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

Top Feel Good Gifts For Mom
Make her, the earth, and you feel good. The secret to a great Mother's Day Gift is giving from the heart. Check out our earth-friendly, thoughtful ideas here.

What is Earth Day?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?

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.

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.

5 Ways You May Be Inadvertently Hurting the Earth
Find out if your everyday actions may be hurting the earth.

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

Raised Garden Bed Winners
Winners of the 2008 Earth Day Giveaway Farmers' Almanac is pleased to announce the winners of its 2008 Earth Day Giveaway Contest

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

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

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

Making Your Own Natural Holiday Wreath
With just a few pinecones, nuts and hemlock cones, you can make a festive holiday wreath.

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

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


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.

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.

Surviving the Holiday Rush – Ways to Combat Fatigue
Feeling worn out from the holiday rush? Find out ways to prevent exhaustion.

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

When is the Earth Closest to the Sun?
When it's a hot summer day, it often feels like the sun is just an arm's throw away. It's not.

Low-Cal Snacks for Your New Year's Diet
Stay on target with your weight loss plans by keeping these diet-friendly snacks within easy reach.

Helpful Holiday Hints
To make Thanksgiving more memborable The holidays can be a crazy time of year. Check out some of our favorite helpful hints for ways to make this holiday better.

Must Read Remedies for Holiday Indulging
Remedies for Sick Stomachs. Holiday parties and indulging leaving you feeling a little off? Here are some natural cures for upset stomachs.

How did Labor Day become a holiday?
September 3rd is Labor Day this year. Ever wonder how this day became a holiday?

Moon Illusion: A fun trick to try
How big is the moon really? Check out this family-friendly moon illusion.

Reduce Your Waste for Earth Day
Turn Trash into Treasure Simple ways to reuse common items, and make less trash.

5 Budget-Friendly Picks for Summer Getaways
5 top picks for fun but inexpensive summer getaways.

Leading The Way In Improving Ozone Protection
Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive gas composed of three oxygen atoms. Depending on where it is in the atmosphere, ozone affects life on Earth in either good or bad ways.


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

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

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.

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?

8 Wonderful Gifts That Don't Cost A Cent
Is holiday shopping hurting your wallet? Remember, it's the thought that counts. Check out our top 8 meaningful and FREE gift ideas.

What's so Magical about Mistletoe?
Today, kisses can be exchanged under the mistletoe any time during the holiday season.

Are Winter Blues Real?
The truth about Seasonal Affected Disorder Is there really something to the "Holiday Blues"?

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

Squash Season
Winter squash are in abundance during autumn. Try these recipes for your next meal or holiday parties.

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!

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.

Gingersnaps Galore
With a few gingersnap cookies, you can turn ordinary pancakes, muffins and other foods into festive holiday treats with the wonderful gingersnap flavor.

A Day for Peace
September 21 is the official International Day of Peace or "Peace Day." Learn more about this new holiday here.

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.

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?

Food Poisoning: An Unwanted Holiday Gift
Don't let the festivities of the holidays make you sick. Learn how to naturally treat a mild case of food poisoning.

Fourth of July SIZZLERS!
Top Ten HOTTEST Independence Days Fourth of July is a time for picnics, parades, and fireworks, but maybe not in these towns. Check out how HOT some places get during this patriotic holiday.

Make Your Own Eggnog
Recipe and More! Make your own eggnog this holiday season. It's fun, easy, and tasty.

Easter Dinner Favorites
Tasty Recipes for Easter Looking for some new recipes for this spring holiday. Check out three favorites here.

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

Decorate for Winter
Instead of decorating for the holidays, try decorating for the winter season.

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.

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

What are Latkes?
Here is an old-fashioned dish that is associated with Hanukkah. It is also easy to prepare.

Easy Ways to Pay for the Holidays
Holidays take a toll on your finances? Check out some easy ways to help you pay off your expenses.

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.

Can Cats and Dogs Predict Earthquakes?
Can cats and dogs really forewarn people of an upcoming weather or seismic event?

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.

When is the Real First Day of Spring – March 20th or 21st?
Wondering why you grew up thinking the first day of spring was March 21st?


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

Should you make indoor or outdoor plans for Memorial Day?
And what about the 4th of July? Farmers’ Almanac predicts a “Fairly” good weather weekend for Memorial Day.

This Weekend – Fly a Flag & Thank a Dad
June 14th is Flag Day. June 15th is Father’s Day. Learn more about these two holidays here.

Say I Do to a Green Honeymoon
5 Great Green Travel Tips Going green doesn't have to mean sacrificing luxury. Check out these helpful green hints.

Celebrate Grandparents September 7
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.

Salute Veterans on November 11
This week, Americans across the country will be honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces.

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.

10 Fun Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Looking for great ideas for St. Patrick's Day? Try these fun ways to spend the day!

How to cut your dependency on convenience items.
Reduce your dependency on "must-have" convenience items.

2009 Thanksgiving Day Forecast
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?

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

Test Your Moon Knowledge
Lunar Trivia and Facts. These Moon factoids may surprise you!


Does the Moon Glow?
Learn how and why we can see the moon in the dark night sky.

What are meteors?
Find out here.

When will it Snow?
And other timely tips.

How do the seasons change?
Fall is here! Ever wonder why we have seasons? Learn more here.

What Is a Light Year?
Want to see the past? It's possible!

What Are Meteors?
Look to the sky! Is it a bird, plane, shooting star or meteor? Learn what a meteor is, why they happen, and when you might be able to view a meteor shower.

Does Solar Wind Affect the Weather?
With global warming being discussed as a major climate and weather altering catalyst, some experts are also looking at solar wind. What is solar wind and can it affect the weather?

Saturn's Disappearing Rings
Saturn will be at opposition on March 8, but where are its "missing" rings?

First Solar Eclipse in 2 Years!
This Friday, August 1, 2008 There will be a total eclipse of the sun this Friday. Find out more from Farmers' Almanac experts.

The Summer Solstice: Facts and Folklore
The longest day of the year...at least for half of us.

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.

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

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

A Lunar Show You Won't Want to Miss!
Tune in this Wednesday, February 20. Finally! A Lunar Eclipse that more than 3 billion people will be able to view! Find out more about this spectacular event!

What is an Annular Eclipse of the Sun?
You've heard of a solar and perhaps a lunar eclipse, but what is an annular eclipse?

Why is the Sun up so early on June 14th?
Earliest sunrise this year. Did you know that on June 14th the Sun will rise earliest ever this year? Find out why here.

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

Is Your Child Afraid of the Dentist?
Find out how to alleviate your child’s dental fears.

Full SHADOW Moon?
February 9 there's a penumbral eclipse. Learn how and why February's full Snow Moon may be a little duller than normal.

How Do You Sleep Tight?
Ever wonder where the phrases “sleep tight” and “don’t let the bedbugs bite” came from?

Look -- It's a Shooting Star!
Don't miss one of the year's best meteor showers. The Perseids peak August 12.

Thanksgiving Forecast: Soup May be a Hit.
Farmers’ Almanac Predicts Cold Conditions for Turkey Day It's November. Cold weather is expected. Check out what the Farmers' Almanac is predicting in your area.

Meteor Shower Mayhem
Now is the time of year when meteor showers appear more often.

Now Showing: The Summer Triangle
Starring: Vega, Altair, and Deneb This is the time of year when you can spot the famous “Summer Triangle.”


Best Greenified Business Idea Winner
Personal Training Company Turns Water Into Green Winnings Check out how this company eliminated water bottles, recycles water, and wins the Best Greenified™ Idea Contest.

Six Fun Things to do in July
July is a fun time for many things. Check out our top six picks here.

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

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.

An Early St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.

Which Gas-Sipping Scooter is Right for You?
As fuel prices escalate, Americans are joining the rest of the world riding gas-sipping motor scooters.

The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?

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

A Rose is Just a Rose – Or is It?
Don't send the wrong message to your Valentine. Find out what color roses you should give.

Easter Candy Everywhere
Did the Easter Bunny leave lots of goodies in baskets? Check out some sweet statistics on Easter candy.

Is There Life On Mars?
You've heard of the "man on the moon" but what about "man on mars?" Read about the idea of a man on mars here.


What is Copernicus Famous For?
A favorite pastime catapulted this Renaissance Man to astronomical fame.

Earliest Easter You Will See In Your Lifetime
Unless you are 95 or over. Easter 2008 was on March 23rd, one of the earliest dates in can occur. But why?

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.

Things Are Looking Up!
100 Hours of Astronomy 2009 is the International Year of Astronomy. Learn about 100 hours of astronomy here.

Halloween Superstitions and Symbols
If you see a blue light, is a ghost near? Why shouldn't you talk on Halloween? How did Jack O'Lanterns originate?

Getting Rid of Slugs and Snails
Are slugs and snails attacking your gardens? Rid your garden of these pests naturally and easily with some tips from the Farmers' Almanac.

A Night Time Show
Early June is a great time to star gaze at night. Find out what you might be able to see in the night sky.

Light Pollution: Are you a culprit?
Learn why the night sky isn't as dark as it used to be.

Here Come the Leonid Meteors
Circle November 17th on your calendars for an early showing of meteors!

Helpful Hints for the Home
Need some organization? How about a tip on ways to deodorize a smelly microwave? These and more are right here.

A Great GREEN Idea Could Get You Some GREEN
Learn more about the Best "Greenified" Business Idea Contest and how you can enter.

Cold is the Night
When the Stars Shine Bright Is there any truth to this weather lore? And how come the stars seem brighter in colder months?

Hurricane Preparedness: Is Your Pet Safe?
How to protect your pets from the unexpected. Hurricane season is here and will peak on September 10th. Here are ways you can help keep your pet safe in case of a weather disaster.

Feast on these Fermented Foods
Recipes for tasty, healthy "living foods"

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

5 Secrets to Spice Up Your Gardens
Want to try something new in the garden this year? Check out these ideas that will add a little pizazz to your gardens.

How to Build a Green Roof
Here are a few practical hints for greening your roof.

How did that man get in the moon?
We've all heard of the man in the moon, but do you how this legend started?

The Orionids are Coming!
The annual Orionids meteor shower is on its way. What you need to know to enjoy the show.

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

Move over fossil fuels...
It’s time for some ingenuity. Did you know algae can be used to make fuel? Check out some pros and cons of a few alternative fuel sources.

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.

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.

Why is January so Cold?
Find out why this month is often the coldest month of the year.

Fall Forecast Looks Wet
Soggy season could hamper leaf peeking

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.

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

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.

Stormy Spring in the Forecast
Farmers' Almanac releases its stormy spring forecast.


Top Ten Best Outdoor Wedding Cities
Wedding season is here. More weddings happen between May and October than any other time of year. Check out where the best outdoor wedding cities are.

Too Busy to Exercise? Think Again.
Simple Ways to Sneak in Exercise. Life is busy, but exercise is important. Check out our easy ways to sneak in some exercise.

Put your Roof to Work
You don't need a big yard to have a nice garden. Try using your roof for planting vegetables, herbs and more.

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

What is a Blue Moon?
Ever wonder what a Blue Moon is?

Little Known Facts about the Fourth of July
Here are some strange and surprising bits of Independence Day trivia.

Stay Safe in the Sun!
Learn how to protect your family from harmful UV rays.

Mexican Feasts for Cinco de Mayo
Why is the fifth of May associated with Mexico?

Is Your Love Written in the Stars?
A historical look at astrology. Ever wonder how astronomy and astrology are connected? Learn about how the fate of our ancestors relied on the stars.

What Is Snow?
For some areas, it’s time to break out the snow shovel. Here are a few facts to think about when you clear the driveway.

Gowks, April Fish and Other April Fools' Day Lore
April Fools' Day is a day of pranks. Ever wonder why?

Homemade Air Freshener Can Freshen up the Holidays
Here is an easy-to-make air freshener that's also a perfect homemade gift.

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

Grandma's Cooking How-to's
If you are experimenting with some new recipes this month, check out these "how-to"s from Grandma Blanche Bianco. She'll teach how to boil pasta, make bechamel sauce and more.

Summer Weather Update
Will it ever warm up and dry out? Summer is here but many are wondering why this spring has been so cool and wet.

“See” the Importance of Eye Health
When was the last time you had your eyes checked?

Climate Change: Does it affect the Farmers’ Almanac Forecast?
Find out what the Farmers' Almanac weather prognosticator has to say about the secret weather formula.

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

A Gardener's Guide to Frost
How to predict when it's coming and what to do about it It's fall. Temperatures begin to cool down, but your gardens still look so nice. How do you know when frost may hit ? Learn the signs and precautions you should take.

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

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.


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.

One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potato, Four: The Story of America's Favorite Vegetable
Americans love potatoes, whether it's fried, baked or mashed. They have become one of America's favorite vegetables. In this article, we will get to the roots of the potato, where it came from, and how it made its way onto our plates, and into our hearts.

Extreme Weather Stories
Hurricanes, Tornadoes, and Thunderstorms Did hail wreck your car? Wonder why hurricanes form? Do you live in an area prone to twisters? Check out this informative and interesting story about extreme weather conditions.

Recipes

Holiday Cheese Ball
Give your holiday cheese ball a zesty new flavor by adding some of your own favorite spices, nuts, meats, and more.


Green Bean & Mushroom Casserole
An easy way to make sure your family eats their greens!

Cooked Custard Eggnog
This delicious recipe for eggnog is safe for anyone to drink because the eggs are cooked in a custard.

Plain and Simple Black-Eyed Peas
Serve these with fresh sliced onions and tomatoes, hot cornbread and butter. A heavenly meal for a Texan, a Southerner or anyone who can enjoy a meal that doesn't necessarily include a big hunk of meat.


Deviled Eggs
Classic deviled eggs recipe, perfect for any holiday table.

Easy Pumpkin Pie
A tasty holiday tradition made easy.

Frosty Red Punch
This tasty punch is great for holiday entertaining.

Ripe Olive Salad
This olive mix will kick up any holiday meal!

Pumpkin Pecan Apple Cake
A great twist on a holiday pie. That will surely make your mouth water.

Antipasto
This is the basic appetizer that my family grew up with. It was served on holiday occasions.

Eggnog Snickerdoodles
Easy, yummy, holiday cookie.

Videos

Minding the Manor
For Elliot Johnson and his wife, Lisa, their English tudor home combined site-specific designs and salvaged and recycled materials. The couple used a cast earth wall to create an old world feeling to the home.

Green Wall Finishes
Check out these great green options for bringing style and substance to your walls.

2010 Honda Insight
Mother Earth News managing editor John Rockhold recently spent time test driving Honda's 2010 Insight. Here's a close look at this new and improved hybrid.

2010 Honda Insight: Interview With Honda's Todd Mittleman
Mother Earth News managing editor John Rockhold speaks with Honda's Environment & Safety Specialist Todd Mittleman about the new Honda Insight, and what this new hybrid has to offer.

Products

Farmers' Almanac Corn Mug
Go Green with our New EARTH HUG TRAVEL MUGShow your love for the earth with our Farmers' Almanac environmentally friendly travel mug! This heavy-duty 17-oz. insulated travel mug is made of 100% corn plastic, a renewable, biodegradable material formulated from...

2010 Canadian Farmers' Almanac
Nourish your life! Order your 2010 Farmers' Almanac Today!Filled with recipes, handy household hints, informative articles, fun trivia, timeless witticisms, and useful advice to help you live more simply, frugally and closer to the earth, plus our famous long-range weather...

2010 Farmers' Almanac
Nourish your life! Order your 2010 Farmers' Almanac Today!Filled with recipes, handy household hints, informative articles, fun trivia, timeless witticisms, and useful advice to help you live more simply, frugally and closer to the earth, plus our famous long-range weather...

Blog

Suggestions for Homemade Cleaning Products
September 23, 2008 10:52 AM


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

Baby Steps
April 22, 2009 9:48 AM

Random Acts of Green-Ness
January 10, 2008 12:09 AM

Salute Veterans on November 11
November 11, 2009 10:55 AM

Labor Day - Already?!
August 28, 2008 11:44 AM

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

Heart Attack
December 19, 2007 8:42 AM

Good Old Mother Earth
April 22, 2008 9:41 AM


Spring at last
March 20, 2008 11:57 AM



Let the Games Begin
September 5, 2005 12:09 PM

How to De-Stress the Holidays
November 17, 2006 10:48 AM

Planting for the Birds
September 26, 2005 9:07 AM

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


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



Winter Weather - The Latest
October 10, 2007 10:46 AM

Earth Day
April 22, 2009 10:43 AM


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

The True Blue Moon
November 27, 2007 4:24 PM


A GREEN New Year to You!
January 1, 2008 12:06 AM


My Mother - I'll Keep Her
April 16, 2009 11:47 AM


Flag Day - June 14th
June 12, 2008 4:15 PM

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


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

Poinsettia Plants
December 5, 2007 11:56 AM

Holiday Trivia
December 20, 2007 5:37 PM

Slugs!
June 12, 2007 7:41 AM

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

Thanksgiving Traditions
November 16, 2007 2:47 PM

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

Magnolia Wreath
October 22, 2005 6:09 PM

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


The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
February 11, 2009 12:13 PM

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


Recycling Envelopes and Greeting Cards
December 28, 2005 12:38 PM

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

Is it THAT Time Again?!!
August 21, 2009 9:50 AM

Memorial Day Memories
May 27, 2008 8:57 AM

Apple A Day
October 8, 2008 12:02 PM

Talking Turkey
November 21, 2007 10:12 AM

Halloween Fun
November 4, 2009 9:56 AM

The Meaning of G R E E N
August 11, 2008 11:48 PM

October Fun
October 11, 2007 10:35 AM

Flag Day
June 14, 2007 7:40 AM

The Poor Man’s Fertilizer
January 29, 2008 9:08 AM


Safe Swimming Tips
May 29, 2006 9:08 AM

Frugality
April 8, 2008 10:50 AM

The Milky Way - A Deep Question
February 5, 2008 9:28 AM


Vinegar Rocks!
January 12, 2008 12:02 AM

A Full Corn Day
September 4, 2009 12:04 PM


Cold Full Moon
December 21, 2007 6:42 PM

Solar Cycle 24
September 6, 2007 9:28 AM

Easter
March 5, 2008 1:15 PM

A Day to Remember
November 11, 2008 1:43 PM

Poinsettia Trivia
December 12, 2005 10:30 AM

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

A New Light On Bulbs
February 27, 2008 12:29 PM

NASA and Report on the Sun
September 24, 2008 11:44 AM

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

Animals and Weather
February 6, 2008 11:20 AM


Storm Stories
December 13, 2006 8:25 AM

Punxsutawney Phil says…
February 2, 2007 11:06 AM

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

Have you checked it out yet?
August 24, 2008 6:57 PM


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

Farmers’ Almanac TV
August 14, 2007 9:35 AM




Winter and the Persimmon Seed
August 31, 2007 10:04 AM

Farmers’ Almanac taken to Task
August 14, 2008 11:52 PM

A Halloween Legend
October 30, 2007 11:19 AM

Father’s Day & Friday the 13th
June 13, 2008 11:16 AM

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

The Dog Days of Summer
July 8, 2005 11:49 AM

Keeping Ahead of Thanksgiving
November 8, 2009 10:43 PM


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

Front Page News
September 11, 2007 5:02 PM

Christmas In July
July 17, 2008 2:49 PM

Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM


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

The SECRET is OUT!
August 27, 2007 9:20 AM

Love is spelled S-N-O-W
February 26, 2008 10:53 AM



Cleaning Products Exposed!
July 8, 2008 1:33 PM

Ice Storms
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM

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About UV
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Zodiac Signs, Astrology and Astronomy Explained
Astrology interprets the influence that the Sun and Moon have while they are in a specific zodiacal sign. Astrology is based on the concept that there are 12 signs of the zodiac, measuring 30 degrees each, along the astrological circle.However,...

2006-2007 Weather Outlook for the U.S.
Tired of the Heat? Hang on – 2007 Farmers' Almanac Predicts "SHIVERY IS NOT DEAD"Lewiston, ME: After a brutally hot summer in most of the country, cool news is on the way. The new edition of the Farmers' Almanac, which...

What is the UV Index
UV Index: What is it? The UV Index is a next day forecast of the amount of skin damaging UV radiation expected to reach the earth's surface...

Easy Ways You Can Make A Difference
Little Things Add Up. Here are some asy ways to help preserve the earth from the Farmers’ Almanac. Recycle those plastic bags you get from the produce department at your local store. To keep them neat and easy to find, make...

What is a "Blue Moon"?
For more than half a century, whenever two full Moons appeared in a single month (which happens on average every 2 1/2 to 3 years), the second has been christened a "Blue Moon." In our lexicon, we describe an unusual...

About Farmers' Almanac
Farmers’ Almanac - The Trusted Authority on Smart Living for Almost 200 Years.Time-tested and generation approved, the Farmers’ Almanac is a compendium of knowledge on weather, gardening, cooking, remedies, managing your household, preserving the earth, and more. Anyone can...

Farmers' Almanac Fact Sheet
Every year since 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac has been sought after for its long-range weather predictions, practical gardening and household advice, fishing tips, astronomical data and articles on ways to conserve time, energy, and the earth. The Farmers' Almanac has...

Weather Glossary
Below are some common, and uncommon, weather terms. Absolute Zero The temperature at which all molecular motion ceases, equal to -459.67 degrees Fahrenheit or -273.16 degrees Celsius.Anemometer An instrument for measuring wind force and speed. Aurora A glow of colored...

2007-2008 Weather Outlook for Canada
Click here for the 2007-2008 U.S. Outlook » Weather is the most talked about subject on earth, which makes the annual Canadian Farmers’ Almanac weather predictions a hot topic. Fans of the Almanac say its famous long-range forecast is accurate...

What’s inside the 2009 Farmers’ Almanac? Take a peek…
Numb’s the Word: Find out where the Farmers’ Almanac is forecasting a “numbing” winter. Learn how cold it will be, how much snow you can expect and where the best spots for winter warmth will be. (Page 114) Natural Cures...

Common Press Questions and Answers
What is the Farmers’ Almanac? Founded in 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac is North America’s most timeless, trusted, and treasured source for long-range weather predictions, humor, fun facts, and valuable advice on gardening, cooking, fishing, conservation, and much more. The...

What's inside the 2009 Canadian Farmers' Almanac?
As always, the 2009 Canadian Farmers’ Almanac contains 16 months of our legendary weather predictions for Canada. Don’t be caught off guard—see what’s in store for your hometown for the next winter, spring, and summer ahead.This year’s edition contains hints,...

An Interview With Ken Burns (from the 2010 Farmers' Almanac)
For three decades, documentary filmmaker Ken Burns has been exploring the people, places, and events that comprise the fabric of America. Whether a bridge over the East River in New York, a five-year war between the states, or the transformative...