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Recycle Your Christmas Tree
The holidays are here and so is one of the best times of the year for watching your waste.

Top 10 reasons to cut your own tree
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?

Test Your Christmas Trivia
Did you know that Alabama was the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday? Test your Christmas trivia here.

The Great Christmas Eve Snow Storm (2004)
Just two years ago, some very unlikely places experienced a white Christmas.

The Legend of the Poinsettia
The Flower of Christmas Eve Poinsettias are a true holiday tradition. But just how did this seasonal plant become the flower of Christmas Eve?

Christmas Cookies!
Find out how cookies became a Christmas tradition, and then add these recipes to your collection of favorites!

Will Your Christmas be White?
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Find out if it will be snow or grass covered here.

Make Your 12 Days of Christmas More Green
12 Earth-Friendly Tips Learn how to make the 12 days of Christmas a little more green. Check out our easy, but useful, tips here.


Recipe for a Merry Christmas
No baking necessary! Inspirational directions for a happy holiday.

Put the JOY back in Christmas
Tips on ways to spend and stress less. Tis the season for . . . a lot to get done in a short amount of time. Check out our helpful tips that help keep the season less crazy.

Is El Niño a theory or a proven fact?
The Paita sailors, who frequently navigate along the coast in small craft, either to the north or the south of that port, name this countercurrent the current of "El Niño" (the child Jesus) because it has been observed to appear immediately after Christmas.

Decorating the Christmas Tree
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.

5 Ways to Landscape without Going Broke
Tricks and tips on ways to cut costs but enjoy your yard more.

Flower Arranging Basics
Receive flowers for Valentine's Day? Learn some basics about the best ways to arrange them.

Want Orange Leaves? Plant White Oak
If you enjoy the colors of fall, check out this list. It tells you which trees you should plant, based on leaf color.

Wreaths are More than Just Decorations
Wreaths have been used as war symbols, as well as house identifiers. Learn more about wreaths and how to decorate with them.

8 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe this Holiday Season
Pets, like children, can get in harms way during the holidays. Make sure your home is safe.

Credit Card Blues
Before you skip a monthly payment or shop around for a new credit card, you may want to take this advice to heart.

Holiday Plants: How Safe are They?
Are poinsettias really that toxic? Learn the truth behind the health risks of some popular holiday plants.

Farmers' Almanac Tips
For a sustainable, more enjoyable, December


Top Ten Favorite Holiday Treats
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for some fantastic holiday treats to bake or give away as gifts? Check out our Top Ten Favorite recipes here.

Happy Holiday Home Entertaining
Check out these tips for planning a successful holiday party.

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

Give Your Holiday Party a Punch
Try these seasonal holiday punches for your party.

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

How did Frosty Become the Holiday Snowman?
Ever wonder how an animated snowman became a holiday icon?

Are You Ready for Spring Gardening?
Find out what you can do now to prepare. As winter begins to give way to spring, find out what you can do now to prepare for a new season of gardening.

Why Do We Celebrate Arbor Day?
A Day for the Trees What is Arbor Day, and why do we celebrate it?

Healthier Holiday Cooking
Comfort food can be healthy. Find out how to make the holidays healthier here.

Stress Reducing Tips
To keep the holidays happier. Holidays can be busy and stressful enough. Here are some tips for relaxing and enjoying the holidays without overextending ourselves.

Can Acorns Predict a Rough Winter?
Natural Signs of a Bad Winter

8 Things to do on Thanksgiving Besides Watch Football
The meal is complete, the dishes are done and it’s time to be with family and friends. Now what?

Houseplants Anyone Can Grow
You don't need a green thumb to grow these hearty houseplants.

Everything Ice Isn't Always NICE!
(Unless it's in your favorite drink.) What is ice? Does hail only fall in the summer? Why are ice storms so devastating?

Thanksgiving Traditions to Treasure
Meaningful traditions you can incorporate into to your family's Thanksgiving celebration.

Where to Hit the Slopes in 2007 and 2008
Where will the best snow be? Will it be a good skiing year? Farmers' Almanac offers its take on where to hit the slopes this upcoming winter.

Is It True That Cows Lie Down When It's About To Rain?
Ever wonder if cows can foretell the weather? Some believe that if cows are lying down rain is on its way. Is this a good method of predicting rain?

Where to Hit the Slopes in 2008/09
Like to ski? Check out where the Farmers' Almanac is predicting a great ski season.

5 Fun Cures for Spring Fever
Is the ideas of warm weather making you anxious to get outdoors? Check out some fun ways to enjoy spring, even if you still have snow outside.

Childproofing for the Holidays
Before you dress your children in their best holiday clothes, you may want to call grandma and ask her to put the hard candies and breakable ornaments away.

Move Over Phil!
Groundhogs aren't the only animals that predict weather. Besides groundhogs, there are many animals that are known to have weather predicting abilities. Learn which ones predict what kind of weather here.

8 New and Useful Ways to Use Clothespins!
Clothespins work great for a variety of reasons. Find out what these reasons are here.

Exploring Different Varieties of Honey
Here are some facts about honey that may delight you.

Recycle Those Holiday Cards!
Instead of throwing those treasured holiday cards in the garbage, why not make them into something useful?

Kindling a Fire
Need ideas for kindling a fire?

Decorations from Nature
Tips on ways to bring the garden to your next party. Fun ways to make your next outdoor gathering more festive.

Favorite Ways to Spend a Rainy Day
Don't let the rain outside get you down! Check out the Farmers' Almanac's list of 10 ways to enjoy April.

Save Money – Make Your Own Remedies
Natual cures for acne, toothpaste and more. Check out these natural and inexpensive ways to make your own remedies.

Thunder, Lightning and SNOW?
Is there such thing as Ever hear thunder during a snowstorm? Is it possible? Discover what winter thunderstorms are all about.

7 Easy Ways to Make Your Roses Last Longer
Find out how to keep your flowers blooming longer.

Cooking with Warming Spices
Learn how to warm yourself up from the inside out by adding these spices to your menu.


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

No lie George, here’s a good cherry pie!
Cherries are almost as popular as our first president. But are they nutritious? Do they really help lower cholesterol?

Bug Bite? Reach for the toothpaste.
Everyday remedies for annoying bug bites. Warmer weather means more outdoor time and more bugs. Find out how to easily take the sting out of the season.

Need a Holiday?
August has more of them than you think! Just because there are no major holidays in August doesn't mean there is nothing to celebrate.

Why a birthday cake? Why candles?
Birthday traditions revealed. Learn the history behind birthday parties as well as where some birthday traditions come from.


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.

Where did we get Mardi Gras from?
Mardi Gras is right around the corner. Learn more about the traditions behind this festival of fun.

Battling Tomato Blight
Don't let your garden get decimated by late blight.

Have you Exercised your Senses Lately
Tune into life's simple pleasures by exercising your senses. Learn how here.

Mulching Tips For the Organic Gardener
Late fall is a good time to mulch - and protect your outdoor plants. Learn more.

How accurate was the Farmers' Almanac this year?
Remember last winter? The Farmers' Almanac warned that "Shivery is not dead!" And this summer has been an interesting mix of hot, dry conditions. Find out how the Almanac did with its predictions for the 2007 winter and summer.

Collard Greens
Want a prosperous new year? Try eating collard greens this New Year’s Day.

Happy Kwanzaa
Learn what this holiday is all about. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration that starts on December 26th. Learn more about the origin and traditions of this holiday.

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

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

Easy Ways to Preserve our Earth
We can all do something to help preserve our earth. It doesn't have to be difficult.

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.

Recycling: Test Your Knowledge
How much do you know about recycling? Take this quiz and find out.

Best Cherry Recipes – No Lie
These cherry desserts will tempt your tastebuds -- honestly!

Poison Ivy?
Natural Cures to Stop the Itch Learn to recognize and treat this natural nuisance.

Fun Bugs?!!
Is there such a thing? Fun bugs? Check out some interesting bugs that might make for a fun day of exploration.

Top Ten Outdoor Activities for Fall
Ten great reasons to get outside this fall.

Back To School in Eco-Friendly Style
Check out the many earth-friendly options for this year's back-to-school shopping.

Outrageous Weather Myths Debunked
Roosters crowing at night, dogs eating grass, pigs gathering straw. Can these things really predict the weather?

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?

Recipes

Sweet Potato Casserole
Sweet, rich, and crunchy. This Southern recipe is a wonderful alternative to candied yams.

Stick Candy
You have to try this homemade Christmas treat!


Christmas Punch
Make this incredibly delicious drink and enjoy it while trimming the Christmas tree.




Leftover Macaroni and Ham Casserole
Here's a fabulous recipe using leftover Christmas foods like ham & macaroni.

Roast Turkey
The king of all table birds is the turkey. This popular Thanksgiving and Christmas entree is not only delicious, it's a valuable source of protein, vitamin B, and iron. And it's low in calories!


Blog

Make a Tradition Today
December 11, 2008 5:51 PM

Salt and Christmas Trivia
December 10, 2007 11:56 AM

Christmas Guilt
December 2, 2008 10:56 AM

Holiday Trivia
December 20, 2007 5:37 PM

Tree-Planting Tips
June 13, 2007 10:38 AM

Apple A Day
October 8, 2008 12:02 PM

Meetings with Remarkable Trees
July 8, 2005 4:45 PM

Less Stress at Christmas
November 28, 2007 1:37 PM

Why do we kiss under the misletoe?
December 18, 2007 10:28 AM

A White Christmas??
December 3, 2007 11:42 AM

Pet Peeves and Maple Tree Seeds
June 3, 2008 2:08 PM

Halt the Holiday Hustle
November 26, 2007 10:44 AM

Cedar Tree Sachets
August 11, 2008 11:46 PM



Gift Cards For The Holidays
November 18, 2008 6:13 PM

VIDEO: Controlled Underbrush Fire
February 20, 2009 2:31 PM

10 Signs of a Hard Winter
November 8, 2006 10:02 AM

Poinsettia Plants
December 5, 2007 11:56 AM

Making Your Holiday Season Merry
December 1, 2008 12:08 PM

Turkey of a name
November 6, 2007 10:22 AM

Sea Smoke
February 4, 2009 1:17 PM

Cold Full Moon
December 21, 2007 6:42 PM

Winter As It Should Be
December 22, 2008 5:50 PM

Yes, Virginia, There IS a Santa Claus
December 3, 2007 10:10 AM


Summer Safety & The Weather
May 2, 2008 3:53 PM

End of The Year Weather
December 28, 2007 5:04 PM


The Weird Winter of 2006 Continues…
December 28, 2006 10:32 AM

Heating With Wood
July 22, 2008 1:16 PM

Butterfly Garden
July 19, 2006 7:56 AM



Heart Attack
December 19, 2007 8:42 AM

Fun Flavors of Fall
October 26, 2009 12:47 PM

Memorial Day Memories
May 27, 2008 8:57 AM

Predicting Rain
October 5, 2007 7:09 AM

Earth Day
April 22, 2009 10:43 AM

Dear Editor: Go Away, Winter!
April 10, 2007 9:19 AM

Mother Nature’s Split Personality!
August 27, 2007 9:01 AM


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


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

Getting Rid of Ants
March 28, 2008 4:04 PM

An Ant Invasion
April 1, 2008 11:52 AM


Sharing and Caring
October 10, 2008 4:08 PM

All-White Flowering Spring Garden
April 28, 2006 9:32 AM

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

Easiest Ever Flower Wreath
May 12, 2006 11:53 AM

Another Giant Pumpkin Regatta
October 3, 2007 2:02 PM

Be Careful What You Wish For
December 17, 2007 3:14 PM

Where’s Winter?
December 15, 2006 9:22 AM

Spying on Nature
March 24, 2009 10:44 AM

Signs of Rain
August 17, 2005 11:35 AM

Birth Control for Maple Trees
November 7, 2008 12:44 PM

Ice Storms
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM

An Inch of Rain Equals
December 4, 2007 11:14 AM

Flood Awareness Week
March 12, 2008 12:21 PM

Caterpillars and a Rough Winter
October 2, 2007 12:07 PM

DayLight Saving Time
March 6, 2009 4:42 PM



Late Winter (March) Pruning
March 6, 2006 2:17 PM

Our Pets & Winter… Texas Weather
December 4, 2008 12:15 PM

Ice Storm of 2008 - Blizzards
December 15, 2008 11:04 AM

Bringing the Garden to the Table
August 21, 2006 11:04 AM

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

Solutions to Winter Problems
December 29, 2008 12:16 PM

Winter and the Persimmon Seed
October 12, 2009 12:58 PM


Best Summer Tips
May 13, 2008 3:18 PM

Christmas In July
July 17, 2008 2:49 PM

Move Thanksgiving?!
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM

20 Signs of a Hard Winter (Part 1)
August 29, 2007 2:31 PM

Can you predict the weather?
September 3, 2008 1:34 PM

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


20 Signs of a Hard Winter
August 26, 2008 1:17 PM

Summer Mulching Time
July 11, 2006 10:43 AM

Ice Storm in Kentucky
March 3, 2009 10:13 AM

Itching for Blackberries
July 13, 2005 4:53 PM

Dove Hunting with Grandma
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM

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



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