Saturday: The Trick to Making Halloween a Real Treat
Why the Farmers' Almanac thinks Saturday is the perfect day for Halloween.

Sedums in a Shoe
Show off your spring flowers in an old boot!

Easy Ways to Compost
Don't throw it away! Compost it! It's better for the environment and for your gardens.

Why Rake Leaves?
Every autumn, we spend hours raking leaves, but is there really a good reason behind it?

Happy Birthday Norman Rockwell!
What was the secret to Norman Rockwell's artistic success? You may be surprised!

What are Ember Days?
In the Farmers' Almanac we list dates for Ember Days. Have you ever wondered what these days are?

Memorable Thanksgiving Weather
The first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 was blessed with pleasant weather. But since then, other Thanksgiving holidays have not always enjoyed such fair conditions.

Was a Snowstorm The Reson for Success?
Learn how a snowstorm helped the Howdy-Doody Show. Back in 1947, when TV was still in its infancy, a snowstorm in December literally helped this very popular TV show get a fabulous start.

What Is It Like To Live in Outer Space?
Find out what a typical day is like on the International Space Station.

The Magical Mysterious Moon
For centuries, the moon has been an object of awe, tall tales, and mysterious powers. Learn more about the many beliefs around the moon here.

Move Over Daylight – Here Comes Standard Time
It's time to change the clocks.

May is Great for Mercury Watching
Are you ready for some night sky fun? Be sure to find out what’s happening and how you may be able to easily recognize this planet in the night sky.

Historic Blizzards
Check out these powerful storms Winter 2008 starts on December 21, but snow has already made its appearance in many places. Read on about some historical storms.

Stormy Weather for the Southern States
Is there a wet or rainy season in the southern US states? After a dry summer, it might be good to know when the rainy season may begin.

Does Thanksgiving Dinner make you Sleepy?
Find out why here. Tryptophan, an amino acid found in turkey, is often used as an excuse for falling asleep after that big holiday meal. But is that truly the culprit?

Easy Ways to Conserve Gas

Stormy End to October?
Weather forecast for the rest of the month. Will the kids be cold and wet this Halloween? Get the forecast now.

Move Over Hunter's Moon ...
Here comes the "Thankful Moon"

Did Abraham Lincoln Read the Farmers' Almanac?
You and Lincoln may have something in common. February is the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birthday. We all know him as a famous president, but did you know he was a lawyer and used the Almanac in a case?

Columbus's Legacy: I'm Lost!
Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended. Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended.

Full Harvest Moon
Full moon names have interesting stories behind them. Discover why September's full moon is often referred to as the Full Harvest Moon.

Set Your Sights on Scorpion
Now is the perfect time to spot a Scorpion in the night sky. Find out where and how.

Learn More About the Big Dipper
Did you know the Big Dipper isn't really a constellation?

The Hunter in the Sky
Learn how to locate Orion in the winter sky.

Natural Cures for Athlete's Foot
Is athlete's foot leaving you itchy? Learn how to naturally alleviate some of the symptoms of this common problem.

Who had the worst wedding weather?
Vote for the best of the worst. Cast your vote for the best of the worst weather that is on our top ten finalist's big day!

Longtime Farmers’ Almanac Forecaster Resigns
For immediate release: Caleb Weatherbee hands in his resignation.

Groundhog vs. Farmers' Almanac:
Will the groundhog agree with the Almanac's preditions? Groundhog Day comes at a time when many are sick of the cold, snowy temperatures. What does the Farmers' Almanac forecast for Groundhog Day and beyond?

15 Easy Water Saving Tips
For Inside and Outside Saving water is a great way to live more resourcefully. Check out our Farmers' Almanac water conservation tips here.

How did an Almanac Save Christopher Columbus?!
Christopher Columbus once used an Almanac and an eclipse to save he and his crew. Find out how.

Say “I Do” to Green: Earth-Friendly Tips for Your Wedding Day
Move over "white." Green is becoming the color of weddings. Learn how to turn your wedding green.

Ben Franklin's Letter to the Editor
Re: Saving Daylight An actual duplicate of Franklin's letter in which he described why there should be some changes with the clocks.

Go to Sleep - Naturally
Tips to help you fall asleep naturally, even if the holidays have you all stirred up.

Tips to Relieve Heartburn and Indigestion Naturally
The holidays for eating is here. Here are some natural ways to help you avoid overeating and possible heartburn.

Ten Ways to Stay Trim
This Holiday Season Find out how to enjoy those tantalizing treats without packing on the pounds.

Holiday Entertaining on a Shoestring
Don't let a tight budget keep you from hosting a holiday party for your friends.

Armstrong and Aldrin: The Eagle Has Landed
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." Read first-hand accounts of this famous trip to the moon.

Natural Ways to Keep Bugs Away!
Summer is such a wonderful time, but those mosquitoes can really be a pain. Learn how to naturally keep them away.

Planets Quiz: Did You Know...?
Take this quiz to test your knowledge on these lesser known planet facts.

Pole Vaulting to a Solar Eclipse
First-hand account from Farmers' Almanac Astronomer. Imagine flying in a plane to chase a solar eclipse. That's what Joe Rao our astronomer did. Here's his eclipse review.

7 Common Sense Health Tips for the Back-to-School Season
Keep them healthy this year with these common sense but beneficial tips.

Holiday Survival Tips
Instead of letting the holidays send you into a spin, we've pulled together the ultimate survival guide to help eliminate some of the frustrations!

Plant a Fall Garden
Make Gardening Season Last Longer Summer is winding down but gardening season can continue into the fall. Find out how.

Natural Remedies for Stress
Learn how to avoid and deal with stress. Life's hectic pace and routines can add stress to your everyday life. Discover natural ways to avoid stress and learn how to unwind if it gets to you.

Apple Cider Season
Autumn is the time for sipping cider. Learn more about this seasonal favorite and how it can be used for cooking.

How to Deal with Household Pests
Mice making a home in your garage? Houseflies causing havoc in your kitchen? Get useful tips on ways to deal with pests here.

The Lost Art of Doing Nothing
Are afternoons of lying in the grass pondering cloud shapes, evenings of watching sunsets, or mornings of counting snowflakes as they hit the windowpane all but extinct? Will we ever spend another hour or even a minute alone with our own thoughts? What incredible daydreams will never be had because we just simply do not have the time?

How Much Daylight are We Really Saving?!

Weather Glossary
Ever wonder what an anemometer measures? Or what a dust devil is? Here's a helpful glossary of popular weather terms.

How to Keep Pests out of your Garden, Naturally.
Learn how to naturally discourage deer, slugs, moles, and other pests from visiting your garden.

Top ELEVEN Most Memorable Weather Events
In 1999 we published an article on the 100 Most Memorable Weather Events over the past century. In 2001, we went further back in weather history and named the Top 10. In 2007 we added one more event to the list.

Haunted Farm Fields
October 20, 2008 12:22 PM

Farm Aid Blog Post #4
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Blogging From Farm Aid - Post #1
September 29, 2006 12:24 PM

DayLight Saving Time
March 6, 2009 4:42 PM

Want to post our videos on your web site or blog?
April 4, 2007 1:05 PM

Dark Enough Mornings For You?
October 27, 2009 8:13 AM

Itching for Blackberries
July 13, 2005 4:53 PM

Farm Aid Blog Post #3
September 30, 2006 2:31 PM

On the Road With the Head Farmhand - Post #1
October 13, 2006 10:06 AM

A Halloween Legend
October 30, 2007 11:19 AM

Storm Stories
December 13, 2006 8:25 AM

Space Shuttle Atlantis and Best Days
June 20, 2007 7:40 AM

Break Out the Beach Chairs
July 6, 2009 2:11 PM

Hanging Basket Plant Care Tips
August 2, 2006 8:05 AM

2008 Farmers’ Almanac Release
August 23, 2007 2:04 PM

Farm Aid Blog Post #2
September 30, 2006 12:20 PM

Squalls in Southern California
November 7, 2007 12:12 PM

Do You Know Any Indian State Names?
September 7, 2005 12:09 PM

Famous American Farming Quotes
September 5, 2005 10:35 PM

Back to the Farm
September 12, 2006 12:00 AM

Need some Good Luck and Fortune?
March 27, 2009 3:28 PM

Vacation Planning Made Easy
February 25, 2008 12:20 PM

Farm Aid 2006 - Onstage with Steve Earle.
September 30, 2006 2:40 PM

Go to Sleep - Naturally
August 1, 2006 9:17 AM

Storm Damage
December 13, 2007 6:03 PM

Daylight Saving Time (and other debates throughout the years)
September 12, 2006 9:12 AM

Halloween Fun
November 4, 2009 9:56 AM

May Changes Everything
May 14, 2008 2:19 PM

Hummingbird Nectar & Feeder Tips
July 10, 2006 9:15 AM

Halloween After
November 1, 2007 11:54 AM

Outlook for Spring and Summer 2007
May 14, 2007 6:26 AM

What is the FFA?
October 12, 2006 10:49 AM

Sneeze on Tuesday… Kiss a Stranger?
April 2, 2009 11:24 AM

Water
October 19, 2007 9:49 AM

Farm Aid 2006 - Backstage with Willie Nelson and Danielle Evin
September 30, 2006 5:20 PM

Full Moon Craziness?
March 9, 2009 6:30 PM

Cooking Outside the Bread Box
September 5, 2005 10:28 PM

Editor’s Choice - Toughest Jobs On Earth (Winter)
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM

Signs of Rain
August 17, 2005 11:35 AM

Use the Signs for Best Days
June 15, 2007 6:42 AM

November is the New December
November 7, 2008 2:07 PM

Cold - Snow - Hail and it’s not winter yet!
October 30, 2008 12:52 PM

Abe Lincoln Day
August 22, 2007 10:30 AM

Thanksgiving Weather
November 8, 2006 10:07 AM

The Agony of Defeat
October 13, 2008 3:32 PM

Do you have Wild Neighbors?
April 20, 2009 11:09 AM

On the Road With The Head Farmhand - Post #2
October 14, 2006 8:38 PM

Ember Days in ‘08
January 18, 2008 10:15 AM

North Star
November 8, 2007 10:54 AM

Worst Weather for a Wedding
October 19, 2007 10:05 AM

I’ve Got Gall
October 16, 2007 11:28 AM

How to Make Beeswax Candles
March 6, 2006 5:28 PM

Giant Pumpkin Regatta
October 9, 2007 11:56 AM

20 Signs of a Hard Winter (Part 2)
August 30, 2007 10:44 AM

Speed Farming
July 23, 2009 6:16 PM

Daylight Saving Time Question
October 1, 2007 10:29 AM

A World Record - Not
October 16, 2008 12:59 PM

Cold Full Moon
December 21, 2007 6:42 PM

Ember Days
June 3, 2009 3:59 PM

On the Road With the Head Farmhand - Post #3
October 15, 2006 8:24 PM

Greenwashing Works for Chemical Giant Clorox Thanks to Sierra Club Sell Out
July 8, 2008 12:53 PM

Monday Mind Mover
August 21, 2006 11:29 AM

We Told You So!
December 13, 2007 11:18 AM

Winter Officially Arrives Saturday
December 18, 2007 4:04 PM

Halloween Heaven
October 31, 2008 1:42 PM

Easy Ways to "Greenify" Your Home
June 30, 2008 12:15 AM

Leave the Stuffing to the Turkey
November 16, 2009 8:57 AM

Weather and Outdoor Events
July 9, 2008 10:50 AM

The Moon in My Mirror and the Man in the Moon
September 15, 2005 8:56 AM

Smart Hints That Save
February 19, 2009 12:06 PM

Keeping Mosquitoes at Bay
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM

Winter, Global Warming, Groundhog Day…
January 31, 2008 3:57 PM

October Fun
October 11, 2007 10:35 AM

Making Friends
June 10, 2009 10:08 AM

Greatest Hints of My Time
January 27, 2009 5:42 PM

Does that come in Green? Greener Home Improvement Tips
August 21, 2008 9:48 AM

Backyard Chickens: Smoke and Mirrors
July 10, 2009 8:30 AM

The Last Great Race on Earth
March 5, 2009 7:30 PM

Bring Your Daughter to the Farm Day
May 27, 2009 9:39 AM

Lightning Fatalities - 2008
May 18, 2009 3:38 PM

Backyard Chickens Demystified!
June 26, 2009 3:22 PM

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