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Happy Holiday Home Entertaining
Check out these tips for planning a successful holiday party.
Check out these tips for planning a successful holiday party.
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!
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!
Holiday Entertaining on a Shoestring
Don't let a tight budget keep you from hosting a holiday party for your friends.
Don't let a tight budget keep you from hosting a holiday party for your friends.
Holiday Plants: How Safe are They?
Are poinsettias really that toxic? Learn the truth behind the health risks of some popular holiday plants.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Ever wonder how an animated snowman became a holiday icon?
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.
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.
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?
September 3rd is Labor Day this year. Ever wonder how this day became a holiday?
12 Simple Tips to Sell Your Home in a Slow Market
Try these low-cost tips to make your house a place buyers will want to call home.
Try these low-cost tips to make your house a place buyers will want to call home.
Must-Know Tips for Rainy Day Driving.
Summer thunderstorms can be a challenge to drive in. Get some important tips on ways to drive safe.
Summer thunderstorms can be a challenge to drive in. Get some important tips on ways to drive safe.
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.
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.
Never Sneeze into Your Hand
Tips to Fend Off Germs Naturally Learn 10 tips to help get rid of germs that may cause illness.
Tips to Fend Off Germs Naturally Learn 10 tips to help get rid of germs that may cause illness.
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.
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.
Must-Know Kitchen Tips
To Hang on the Fridge Useful tips for in and around the kitchen, from the Farmers' Almanac.
To Hang on the Fridge Useful tips for in and around the kitchen, from the Farmers' Almanac.
Top 5 tips for Driving During Wet Fall Months
Timely tips for wet weather driving.
Timely tips for wet weather driving.
Best Baking Tips From the Farmers' Almanac
Just in time for Thanksgiving! 'Tis the time to head to the kitchen! The holidays are a great time to bake. Make your time easier by checking out our useful tips.
Just in time for Thanksgiving! 'Tis the time to head to the kitchen! The holidays are a great time to bake. Make your time easier by checking out our useful tips.
Beat the Heat: Must Know Tips
Prevent Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke The temperature is rising! Be prepared! Here are some useful tips and natural ways to avoid heat-related health issues.
Prevent Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke The temperature is rising! Be prepared! Here are some useful tips and natural ways to avoid heat-related health issues.
Cooking tips from Grandma Blanche Bianco
Wonder how to deglaze a pan or make bechamel sauce? Grandma Bianco has passed on a few tips for those who may be a bit new to the kitchen.
Wonder how to deglaze a pan or make bechamel sauce? Grandma Bianco has passed on a few tips for those who may be a bit new to the kitchen.
7 Pet-Proof Garden Tips
For a nicer garden and happier pet. Is the family dog trampling on your newly planted flower garden? Are neighborhood cats using your garden as a litter box? Check out our top tips for keeping pets out of gardens.
For a nicer garden and happier pet. Is the family dog trampling on your newly planted flower garden? Are neighborhood cats using your garden as a litter box? Check out our top tips for keeping pets out of gardens.
7 Common Sense Health Tips for the Back-to-School Season
Keep them healthy this year with these common sense but beneficial tips.
Keep them healthy this year with these common sense but beneficial tips.
Hurricane Tips: How To Be Prepared!
Being prepared before and during a hurricane can mean the difference between life and death. Check out these essential tips and keep them in a handy place.
Being prepared before and during a hurricane can mean the difference between life and death. Check out these essential tips and keep them in a handy place.
Summer Food Safety Tips
Warmer weather means more picnics and outdoor food. Here are some simple but important tips on ways to keep food safe this summer.
Warmer weather means more picnics and outdoor food. Here are some simple but important tips on ways to keep food safe this summer.
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.
For Inside and Outside Saving water is a great way to live more resourcefully. Check out our Farmers' Almanac water conservation tips here.
Winter Preparedness Safety Tips
Along with cold weather, winter can often bring a series of dangerous situations. Be prepared for Mother Nature's worst weather! Find valuable tips and be prepared by reading our story here.
Along with cold weather, winter can often bring a series of dangerous situations. Be prepared for Mother Nature's worst weather! Find valuable tips and be prepared by reading our story here.
Ten Ways to Stay Trim
This Holiday Season Find out how to enjoy those tantalizing treats without packing on the pounds.
This Holiday Season Find out how to enjoy those tantalizing treats without packing on the pounds.
Top 5 Must Read Winter Weather Driving Tips
Winter weather is coming! Be prepared before you hit the roads. Check out these must read tips.
Winter weather is coming! Be prepared before you hit the roads. Check out these must read tips.
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.
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.
Don't Become Blue: Easy Tips for Growing Blueberries
10 tips for growing blueberries
10 tips for growing blueberries
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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"?
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.
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.
Winter squash are in abundance during autumn. Try these recipes for your next meal or holiday parties.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
Recipe and More! Make your own eggnog this holiday season. It's fun, easy, and tasty.
What is Earth Day?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?
Easter Dinner Favorites
Tasty Recipes for Easter Looking for some new recipes for this spring holiday. Check out three favorites here.
Tasty Recipes for Easter Looking for some new recipes for this spring holiday. Check out three favorites here.
How to Barbecue Like a Pro
Get some seasoned tips.
Get some seasoned tips.
Test Your Christmas Trivia
Did you know that Alabama was the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday? Test your Christmas trivia here.
Did you know that Alabama was the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday? Test your Christmas trivia here.
Healthy Hints for the New Year
Easy to follow tips for a healthier you.
Easy to follow tips for a healthier you.
How to Prevent Motion Sickness
Tips to make your flight or cruise a lot smoother.
Tips to make your flight or cruise a lot smoother.
How to Cook Healthier in the New Year
Here are a few tips on how to lower the fat and calories in your everyday cooking.
Here are a few tips on how to lower the fat and calories in your everyday cooking.
Sunflowers: More than a Beautiful Flower
Tips for harvesting, drying and roasting sunflower seeds.
Tips for harvesting, drying and roasting sunflower seeds.
Need More Sleep?
Do you have trouble getting or staying asleep? Here are some easy yet useful tips that may help you get a good night's rest.
Do you have trouble getting or staying asleep? Here are some easy yet useful tips that may help you get a good night's rest.
Scare Away Tooth Decay
Halloween doesn't have to be a dental nightmare. Follow these tips to keep your children smiling.
Halloween doesn't have to be a dental nightmare. Follow these tips to keep your children smiling.
Be Prepared for Winter Storms
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac 10 tips to help you prepare for a big snow storm.
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac 10 tips to help you prepare for a big snow storm.
Must Read Cooking Tips
Learn how to make eggs fluffier, meatballs easier, and vegetables more full of flavor.
Learn how to make eggs fluffier, meatballs easier, and vegetables more full of flavor.
Dental Tips George Washington Could’ve Used!
Learn how eating apples, figs, and strawberries can keep your teeth whiter and cleaner.
Learn how eating apples, figs, and strawberries can keep your teeth whiter and cleaner.
Mulching Tips For the Organic Gardener
Late fall is a good time to mulch - and protect your outdoor plants. Learn more.
Late fall is a good time to mulch - and protect your outdoor plants. Learn more.
Useful and Timely Tips from the Farmers' Almanac
Did you know that apples will turn lettuce brown? Or what to do if the plastic wrap you use is clinging to itself? Find the answers and more here.
Did you know that apples will turn lettuce brown? Or what to do if the plastic wrap you use is clinging to itself? Find the answers and more here.
DO Try This At Home
Useful Household Hints Burnt popcorn? Scuff marks? Dusting shortcuts? Check out some top tips from the Farmers' Almanac.
Useful Household Hints Burnt popcorn? Scuff marks? Dusting shortcuts? Check out some top tips from the Farmers' Almanac.
How to Plant a Flower Garden
Easy to follow stpes for beginners. Flowers add color, beauty, and cheer to yards and landscapes everywhere. Here are some good tips on how to get started.
Easy to follow stpes for beginners. Flowers add color, beauty, and cheer to yards and landscapes everywhere. Here are some good tips on how to get started.
Learn How to Harvest your Vegetables
Garden growing nicely? Know what to look for before you harvest? Get some harvesting tips here.
Garden growing nicely? Know what to look for before you harvest? Get some harvesting tips here.
5 Ways to Landscape without Going Broke
Tricks and tips on ways to cut costs but enjoy your yard more.
Tricks and tips on ways to cut costs but enjoy your yard more.
Top 10 Things to Do Now for a Better Garden Later
April gardening tips Spring is here. Get your garden in shape now!
April gardening tips Spring is here. Get your garden in shape now!
Go to Sleep - Naturally
Tips to help you fall asleep naturally, even if the holidays have you all stirred up.
Tips to help you fall asleep naturally, even if the holidays have you all stirred up.
Pinkeye Tips and Cautions
Pinkeye is a common eye infection. While highly contagious, there are some natural remedies you may want to try.
Pinkeye is a common eye infection. While highly contagious, there are some natural remedies you may want to try.
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.
The holidays for eating is here. Here are some natural ways to help you avoid overeating and possible heartburn.
Decorations from Nature
Tips on ways to bring the garden to your next party. Fun ways to make your next outdoor gathering more festive.
Tips on ways to bring the garden to your next party. Fun ways to make your next outdoor gathering more festive.
Easy Yet Important Ways to Save Money
From the Farmers’ Almanac Check out some of our timely tips on ways to cut costs.
From the Farmers’ Almanac Check out some of our timely tips on ways to cut costs.
Grilling Veggies
Tips and ways to use your grill. Bring life to fresh vegetables this summer by grilling them. Learn how here.
Tips and ways to use your grill. Bring life to fresh vegetables this summer by grilling them. Learn how here.
Got Mud?
Tips and tricks to keep mud outside. Warmer weather means melting. Melting often leads to mud. Find some helpful ways to keep mud to a minimum this season.
Tips and tricks to keep mud outside. Warmer weather means melting. Melting often leads to mud. Find some helpful ways to keep mud to a minimum this season.
Plant for Taste
Looking for something else to grow and eat besides vegetables? Consider adding flowers to your list of potential snacks, or as additions to your salad bowl. Here are a few tips and rules for your health, when it comes to munching on flower blossoms.
Looking for something else to grow and eat besides vegetables? Consider adding flowers to your list of potential snacks, or as additions to your salad bowl. Here are a few tips and rules for your health, when it comes to munching on flower blossoms.
Not Just For The Dryer
Interested in tips for using dryer sheets?
Interested in tips for using dryer sheets?
Freeze the Peas? Yes Please!
Simple tips for freezing Snow Peas and Sugar Snap Peas, so they'll always taste fresh.
Simple tips for freezing Snow Peas and Sugar Snap Peas, so they'll always taste fresh.
Slow Down! Deer Ahead.
Do's and don'ts for sharing the road with deer. Valuable tips on ways to avoid a deer/car collision.
Do's and don'ts for sharing the road with deer. Valuable tips on ways to avoid a deer/car collision.
11 Smart Ways to Make Your Money Last Longer
The cost of living is rising! Here are some of our favorite cost-cutting, penny-pinching tips from past editions of the Farmers’ Almanac:
The cost of living is rising! Here are some of our favorite cost-cutting, penny-pinching tips from past editions of the Farmers’ Almanac:
Handy Measuring Equivalents
Wondering how much a pound of wheat equates to? Look no further.
Wondering how much a pound of wheat equates to? Look no further.
How Much Energy Does Your Laser Printer Use?
Consider energy use before you take out your wallet If you are interested in conserving energy, you may want to take a hard look at your household appliances. Some add quite a few dollars to your energy bill. .
Consider energy use before you take out your wallet If you are interested in conserving energy, you may want to take a hard look at your household appliances. Some add quite a few dollars to your energy bill. .
Don't Throw Out the Egg Carton
It Can Be Recycled For Many Household Uses Egg cartons make it easy to sort, organize and house screws and bolts. They have many other uses too.
It Can Be Recycled For Many Household Uses Egg cartons make it easy to sort, organize and house screws and bolts. They have many other uses too.
Flower Arranging Basics
Receive flowers for Valentine's Day? Learn some basics about the best ways to arrange them.
Receive flowers for Valentine's Day? Learn some basics about the best ways to arrange them.
Decorate for Winter
Instead of decorating for the holidays, try decorating for the winter season.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Treating Sprains with Ice Packs
Has the winter weather got you down?
Has the winter weather got you down?
Top 10 reasons to cut your own tree
Want to gather the family and cut down 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.
Here is an old-fashioned dish that is associated with Hanukkah. It is also easy to prepare.
Frosty Weather may Lead to Frostbite
Find out how to prevent frozen skin. Do you know the difference between frostnip and frostbite?
Find out how to prevent frozen skin. Do you know the difference between frostnip and frostbite?
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.
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.
Before you skip a monthly payment or shop around for a new credit card, you may want to take this advice to heart.
8 Smarter Ways to Use Your Microwave
Find out how to make your microwave work for you.
Find out how to make your microwave work for you.
How to Pick the Freshest Fruits and Vegetables
Here are some great tips to memorize on ways to choose the freshest fruits and veggies.
Here are some great tips to memorize on ways to choose the freshest fruits and veggies.
Keep Ants Out Of Your Home
Are the ants marching in? Learn smart living tips on ways to naturally keep these pests from invading your kitchen and home.
Are the ants marching in? Learn smart living tips on ways to naturally keep these pests from invading your kitchen and home.
Harvesting Tips For Watermelon and Corn on the Cob
Check our hints for harvesting two favorite summer vegetables-- watermelon and corn on the cob right here.
Check our hints for harvesting two favorite summer vegetables-- watermelon and corn on the cob right here.
Weekly Wisdom
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for a more natural moth ball remedy? Ever wonder what cloves are? Find the answers and more here.
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for a more natural moth ball remedy? Ever wonder what cloves are? Find the answers and more here.
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.
Need some organization? How about a tip on ways to deodorize a smelly microwave? These and more are right here.
Wait! Save that milk carton for my garden!
Recyclable gardening ideas. Don't throw it away! Reuse it for your garden! Check out these new uses for old things.
Recyclable gardening ideas. Don't throw it away! Reuse it for your garden! Check out these new uses for old things.
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.
Want to try something new in the garden this year? Check out these ideas that will add a little pizazz to your gardens.
An Onion a Day, May Help Keep Cholesterol Down
Peeling away the health benefits of onions. They may make you cry, but onions are healthy for you. Find out how.
Peeling away the health benefits of onions. They may make you cry, but onions are healthy for you. Find out how.
Tornado Truths: Test Your Tornado Knowledge.
Be prepared. Learn more about tornadoes.
Be prepared. Learn more about tornadoes.
20 Ways to Save Gas
Gas prices continue to rise. Learn what you can do to help keep your gas consumption and expenditures down.
Gas prices continue to rise. Learn what you can do to help keep your gas consumption and expenditures down.
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.
And what about the 4th of July? Farmers’ Almanac predicts a “Fairly” good weather weekend for Memorial Day.
8 New and Useful Ways to Use Clothespins!
Clothespins work great for a variety of reasons. Find out what these reasons are here.
Clothespins work great for a variety of reasons. Find out what these reasons are here.
Keep Your Skin Healthy
Naturally and Inexpensively Good skin is important. Check out some natural ways to keep your skin healthy without going broke.
Naturally and Inexpensively Good skin is important. Check out some natural ways to keep your skin healthy without going broke.
When is Lightning a Danger?
Keep safe this summer. Get these important safety facts about thunderstorms.
Keep safe this summer. Get these important safety facts about thunderstorms.
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.
June 14th is Flag Day. June 15th is Father’s Day. Learn more about these two holidays here.
Good Manners in the Great Outdoors
Help keep nature beautiful. Get outside and enjoy it, but be polite about it.
Help keep nature beautiful. Get outside and enjoy it, but be polite about it.
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.
Move over "white." Green is becoming the color of weddings. Learn how to turn your wedding green.
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.
5 Great Green Travel Tips Going green doesn't have to mean sacrificing luxury. Check out these helpful green hints.
Set Your Sights on Scorpion
Now is the perfect time to spot a Scorpion in the night sky. Find out where and how.
Now is the perfect time to spot a Scorpion in the night sky. Find out where and how.
6 Creative Ways to Keep Cool During Hot Summer Days
Summer heat getting to you? Check out some easy ways to keep cool here.
Summer heat getting to you? Check out some easy ways to keep cool here.
Cooking Quiz: Can you tell truth from myth?
Start coffee with cold or hot water? Should you put oil in pasta water? Find the answers here.
Start coffee with cold or hot water? Should you put oil in pasta water? Find the answers here.
Easy Ways to Save Seeds
Garden Seed Harvesting Love your cucumbers this year? Learn how to save their seeds and plant them next year.
Garden Seed Harvesting Love your cucumbers this year? Learn how to save their seeds and plant them next year.
Best Day to Potty Train?!
Is there such a thing? Check out a new feature in the 2009 Farmers' Almanac.
Is there such a thing? Check out a new feature in the 2009 Farmers' Almanac.
Celebrate Grandparents September 7
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.
11 Smart Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Cold Winter
Save money and energy. A little preparing now goes a long way in the future. Check out our useful ways to prepare for winter.
Save money and energy. A little preparing now goes a long way in the future. Check out our useful ways to prepare for winter.
Slow Cooking: Hints and Recipes for the Crock Pot
Dinner is never easier than when you use the crock pot. Get helpful hints and great recipes here.
Dinner is never easier than when you use the crock pot. Get helpful hints and great recipes here.
Pick the Perfect Pumpkin
How do you know when you've found the right pumpkin for your Jack o'lantern? Check out these hints.
How do you know when you've found the right pumpkin for your Jack o'lantern? Check out these hints.
Salute Veterans on November 11
This week, Americans across the country will be honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces.
This week, Americans across the country will be honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces.
Delectable Valentine's Cheesecakes
Find out how to make the perfect cheesecake for your Valentine.
Find out how to make the perfect cheesecake for your Valentine.
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!
Looking for great ideas for St. Patrick's Day? Try these fun ways to spend the day!
Stop and Smell the Roses!
Spring is here. Learn to enjoy it!
Spring is here. Learn to enjoy it!
Reduce Your Waste for Earth Day
Turn Trash into Treasure Simple ways to reuse common items, and make less trash.
Turn Trash into Treasure Simple ways to reuse common items, and make less trash.
Favorite Dry Skin Cures and Preventions
Summer weather means dry skin. Check out our favorite ways to keep skin moist and healthy here.
Summer weather means dry skin. Check out our favorite ways to keep skin moist and healthy here.
5 Budget-Friendly Picks for Summer Getaways
5 top picks for fun but inexpensive summer getaways.
5 top picks for fun but inexpensive summer getaways.
Plant a Fall Garden
Make Gardening Season Last Longer Summer is winding down but gardening season can continue into the fall. Find out how.
Make Gardening Season Last Longer Summer is winding down but gardening season can continue into the fall. Find out how.
How to cut your dependency on convenience items.
Reduce your dependency on "must-have" convenience items.
Reduce your dependency on "must-have" convenience items.
10 Must-Stock Items for Your Kitchen
Save time and money by keeping these items in your kitchen cabinets.
Save time and money by keeping these items in your kitchen cabinets.
5 Ways to Save Money Grocery Shopping
Simple ways to go to food shop without going over budget.
Simple ways to go to food shop without going over budget.
2009 Thanksgiving Day Forecast
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?
Every Day Hints You Can't Live Without
Favorite tips from the Farmers' Almanac Drop an egg? Cobwebs filling up your home? Check out out favorite hints from A-M.
Favorite tips from the Farmers' Almanac Drop an egg? Cobwebs filling up your home? Check out out favorite hints from A-M.
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.
Are slugs and snails attacking your gardens? Rid your garden of these pests naturally and easily with some tips from the Farmers' Almanac.
Must Read Tips about Frostbite and Hypothermia.
The cold weather is here. Learn how to recognize and protect you and your loved ones from frostbite and hypothermia.
The cold weather is here. Learn how to recognize and protect you and your loved ones from frostbite and hypothermia.
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.
Mice making a home in your garage? Houseflies causing havoc in your kitchen? Get useful tips on ways to deal with pests here.
Try These Tasty Spring Salad Tips
Learn to make a delicious, filling spring salad.
Learn to make a delicious, filling spring salad.
Ten Secrets to Simplifying your Life
Relaxing breakfasts with the family, taking a nature walk, remember a time when life was less stressful? Allow the Farmers' Almanac to remind you of life's simple pleasures and how to slow down and enjoy them more. Ideas, tips and more.
Relaxing breakfasts with the family, taking a nature walk, remember a time when life was less stressful? Allow the Farmers' Almanac to remind you of life's simple pleasures and how to slow down and enjoy them more. Ideas, tips and more.
Timely Tips About Ticks
Tick season is upon us! Find out what you should do if you find a tick on you.
Tick season is upon us! Find out what you should do if you find a tick on you.
When hayfever attacks
Try eating yogurt daily Fall is ragweed pollen season. You can reduce hay fever attacks by eating yogurt and bananas, as well as following these other simple tips.
Try eating yogurt daily Fall is ragweed pollen season. You can reduce hay fever attacks by eating yogurt and bananas, as well as following these other simple tips.
Fall Checklist: Are you ready?
Timely tips for inside and out. Fall is here! Here's a useful checklist for inside and outside chores that should be done before the cooler weather hits full force.
Timely tips for inside and out. Fall is here! Here's a useful checklist for inside and outside chores that should be done before the cooler weather hits full force.
Health and Medical Hints from 1901
Ever been told to chew on a roasted onion for a headache? Prescribed a daily bath? Check out these natural tips and medical hints from the 1901 Farmers' Almanac.
Ever been told to chew on a roasted onion for a headache? Prescribed a daily bath? Check out these natural tips and medical hints from the 1901 Farmers' Almanac.
Sick of Winter?
Warm up your home décor. Find out how to warm up your winter blues with some easy home decorating tips.
Warm up your home décor. Find out how to warm up your winter blues with some easy home decorating tips.
8 Fun Ways to Hook Kids on Fishing
Fishing season is here. Take the kids and instill in them a love for the outdoors. Here are some tips on ways to get started.
Fishing season is here. Take the kids and instill in them a love for the outdoors. Here are some tips on ways to get started.
10 Ways to Keep Your Mind Healthy
Exercise your brain as you age! Check out our easy tips for ways to keep your mind and memory healthy.
Exercise your brain as you age! Check out our easy tips for ways to keep your mind and memory healthy.
Sick Stomach? Try This
Natural ways to avoid and remedy stomachaches. Everyone's stomach can feel upset now and again. Check out our top tips on ways to avoid and remedy stomachaches.
Natural ways to avoid and remedy stomachaches. Everyone's stomach can feel upset now and again. Check out our top tips on ways to avoid and remedy stomachaches.
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.
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.
Meaningful traditions you can incorporate into to your family's Thanksgiving celebration.
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.
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.
Will the Winds Blow Fair or Foul?
The Farmers' Almanac Reveals its Predictions for Hurricane Season! Hurricane season is officially underway. What will this year have in store?
The Farmers' Almanac Reveals its Predictions for Hurricane Season! Hurricane season is officially underway. What will this year have in store?
From the Garden to the Grill
Tasty veggie ideas for your next backyard barbecue.
Tasty veggie ideas for your next backyard barbecue.
An Early St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.
The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?
Just Add a Pinch of Salt: Recipes for a Cleaner Home
Recipes for a Cleaner Home We all know salt as a seasoning, but did you know it can help you around the house too?
Recipes for a Cleaner Home We all know salt as a seasoning, but did you know it can help you around the house too?
Will Your Christmas be White?
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Find out if it will be snow or grass covered here.
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.
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.
Did the Easter Bunny leave lots of goodies in baskets? Check out some sweet statistics on Easter candy.
Thirsty? Drink This
The perfect dink to beat the heat!
The perfect dink to beat the heat!
Go GREEN when you Clean
Tired of the toxic and expensive house cleaning supplies? Check out a few of our favorite home-made, greener choices.
Tired of the toxic and expensive house cleaning supplies? Check out a few of our favorite home-made, greener choices.
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?
Unless you are 95 or over. Easter 2008 was on March 23rd, one of the earliest dates in can occur. But why?
Refreshing Fruit Salads
Tasty recipes for a summer treat!
Tasty recipes for a summer treat!
3 Yummy Mother's Day Treats
Looking for a new recipe for Mother's Day? Here are a few favorites from the Farmers' Almanac.
Looking for a new recipe for Mother's Day? Here are a few favorites from the Farmers' Almanac.
Saturday: The Trick to Making Halloween a Real Treat
Why the Farmers' Almanac thinks Saturday is the perfect day for Halloween.
Why the Farmers' Almanac thinks Saturday is the perfect day for Halloween.
Personal Pizzas
Quick, easy and a bit untraditional Make personal pizzas with French bread, tomato bagels and even hoagie rolls. It's easy!
Quick, easy and a bit untraditional Make personal pizzas with French bread, tomato bagels and even hoagie rolls. It's easy!
Do Tornadoes Travel Counter Clockwise?
10 facts about tornadoes that you should know.
10 facts about tornadoes that you should know.
Christmas Cookies!
Find out how cookies became a Christmas tradition, and then add these recipes to your collection of favorites!
Find out how cookies became a Christmas tradition, and then add these recipes to your collection of favorites!
Putting plastic snakes to work
A few good uses for plastic snakes that may have not crossed your mind. Read More
A few good uses for plastic snakes that may have not crossed your mind. Read More
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.
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.
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.
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.
Amazing Hummingbird Facts
Did you know a hummingbird's heart beats 500 times a minute? Or that it can fly backwards? Learn more about these tiny birds.
Did you know a hummingbird's heart beats 500 times a minute? Or that it can fly backwards? Learn more about these tiny birds.
Preventing Snoring
There are several at home snoring remedies that may restore harmony to your bedroom.
There are several at home snoring remedies that may restore harmony to your bedroom.
Make Your Own Cooking Mixes
Save Time and Money Like the convenience of store-bought cookie, cake, brownie and other mixes, but don't like the cost? Here's a solution.
Save Time and Money Like the convenience of store-bought cookie, cake, brownie and other mixes, but don't like the cost? Here's a solution.
Lips Parched? Try This Natural Balm
Instead of purchasing lip balm at the store, try making your own. It's easy.
Instead of purchasing lip balm at the store, try making your own. It's easy.
More Great Reasons to Eat An Apple a Day
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Find out why here.
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Find out why here.
New or Used Cars?
When it comes to sticking to your budget, it's tough to beat the value of a good, used car. As with any purchase, the more you know the better your experience will be.
When it comes to sticking to your budget, it's tough to beat the value of a good, used car. As with any purchase, the more you know the better your experience will be.
No Need for Blanching!
Not every vegetable has to be blanched for freezing. Here are some
Not every vegetable has to be blanched for freezing. Here are some
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.
Simple Ways to Sneak in Exercise. Life is busy, but exercise is important. Check out our easy ways to sneak in some exercise.
Where to Hit the Slopes in 2008/09
Like to ski? Check out where the Farmers' Almanac is predicting a great ski season.
Like to ski? Check out where the Farmers' Almanac is predicting a great ski season.
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.
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.
Little Known Facts about the Fourth of July
Here are some strange and surprising bits of Independence Day trivia.
Here are some strange and surprising bits of Independence Day trivia.
Women and Credit
Being contacted by a collections agency can be scary and overwhelming. If you take a step back, read your rights, and think about your options, you can take control of the situation.
Being contacted by a collections agency can be scary and overwhelming. If you take a step back, read your rights, and think about your options, you can take control of the situation.
Bursitis
Symptoms can vary from an ache and stiffness in the local area of the joint, to a burning that surrounds the whole joint around the inflamed bursa.
Symptoms can vary from an ache and stiffness in the local area of the joint, to a burning that surrounds the whole joint around the inflamed bursa.
Quill Pens Scribed American History
The quill pen scripted major turning points in American history, including the Mayflower Compact. Learn More.
The quill pen scripted major turning points in American history, including the Mayflower Compact. Learn More.
Don't get the Wedding Woes
Planning any major event is stressful. Planning a wedding is even more stressful. Planning your own wedding...well, a bit more on top of that.
Planning any major event is stressful. Planning a wedding is even more stressful. Planning your own wedding...well, a bit more on top of that.
Secured Credit Cards
Secured and unsecured cards can be used to pay for goods and services. However, a secured card requires you to open and maintain a savings account as security for your line of credit; an unsecured card does not.
Secured and unsecured cards can be used to pay for goods and services. However, a secured card requires you to open and maintain a savings account as security for your line of credit; an unsecured card does not.
7 Easy Ways to Make Your Roses Last Longer
Find out how to keep your flowers blooming longer.
Find out how to keep your flowers blooming longer.
Mexican Feasts for Cinco de Mayo
Why is the fifth of May associated with Mexico?
Why is the fifth of May associated with Mexico?
The Classic Bruise
Black and Blue? Learn why bruises occur and what some natural and easy ways help prevent or minimize bruising.
Black and Blue? Learn why bruises occur and what some natural and easy ways help prevent or minimize bruising.
Gowks, April Fish and Other April Fools' Day Lore
April Fools' Day is a day of pranks. Ever wonder why?
April Fools' Day is a day of pranks. Ever wonder why?
Got a Headache? Try this herbal relief.
Check out this natural cure for common headaches.
Check out this natural cure for common headaches.
Homemade Air Freshener Can Freshen up the Holidays
Here is an easy-to-make air freshener that's also a perfect homemade gift.
Here is an easy-to-make air freshener that's also a perfect homemade gift.
Choosing Bakeware
When it comes to bakeware, there are different materials to choose from. Traditional choices like ceramic and metal are joined by newcomers like silicone and glass. How do they compare?
When it comes to bakeware, there are different materials to choose from. Traditional choices like ceramic and metal are joined by newcomers like silicone and glass. How do they compare?
Get your Car Ready for Winter
Prepare now - stay safe later. It's important to know what you may need in order to protect against natural hazards.
Prepare now - stay safe later. It's important to know what you may need in order to protect against natural hazards.
Look -- It's a Shooting Star!
Don't miss one of the year's best meteor showers. The Perseids peak August 12.
Don't miss one of the year's best meteor showers. The Perseids peak August 12.
Learn How to Prepare Onions
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac A few ways to prepare onions and avoid. Read More
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac A few ways to prepare onions and avoid. Read More
Recycle Your Christmas Tree
The holidays are here and so is one of the best times of the year for watching your waste.
The holidays are here and so is one of the best times of the year for watching your waste.
Make Your Own Tea
Next time you're in the mood for a cup of hot or cold tea, why not head to your garden? Herbal teas can be mad from herbs grown in your backyard or patio.
Next time you're in the mood for a cup of hot or cold tea, why not head to your garden? Herbal teas can be mad from herbs grown in your backyard or patio.
Fun with Fermentation
Fermenting food is a healthy, and tasty, way to preserve the fall harvest.
Fermenting food is a healthy, and tasty, way to preserve the fall harvest.
Have you Exercised your Senses Lately
Tune into life's simple pleasures by exercising your senses. Learn how here.
Tune into life's simple pleasures by exercising your senses. Learn how here.
Extend Your Growing Season
Mini-greenhouses, cold frames, and other ways to grow in cold weather.
Mini-greenhouses, cold frames, and other ways to grow in cold weather.
Collard Greens
Want a prosperous new year? Try eating collard greens this New Year’s Day.
Want a prosperous new year? Try eating collard greens this New Year’s Day.
Banana Peels Can Even Shine Your Shoes
They can do a lot of other things too. Learn more.
They can do a lot of other things too. Learn more.
Weather Predictions Right Again!
We called it, yet again! Learn how accurate the Farmers' Almanac forecasts have been this year!
We called it, yet again! Learn how accurate the Farmers' Almanac forecasts have been this year!
Are You Having a Heart Attack?
Do you know the signs of a heart attack? February is National Heart Health Month. This information may save your life.
Do you know the signs of a heart attack? February is National Heart Health Month. This information may save your life.
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.
Summer is such a wonderful time, but those mosquitoes can really be a pain. Learn how to naturally keep them away.
Weight Loss - The Natural Way
Fad diets rarely work. Try these natural ways to lose weight and stay healthy!
Fad diets rarely work. Try these natural ways to lose weight and stay healthy!
Houseplants Anyone Can Grow
You don't need a green thumb to grow these hearty houseplants.
You don't need a green thumb to grow these hearty houseplants.
Is Your Child Afraid of the Dentist?
Find out how to alleviate your child’s dental fears.
Find out how to alleviate your child’s dental fears.
Beat Motion Sickness Naturally
If vacation season makes you queasy, these tested cures with have you jet-setting in no time!
If vacation season makes you queasy, these tested cures with have you jet-setting in no time!
Apple Cider Season
Autumn is the time for sipping cider. Learn more about this seasonal favorite and how it can be used for cooking.
Autumn is the time for sipping cider. Learn more about this seasonal favorite and how it can be used for cooking.
Beating the Back-To-School Blues
Going back to school can be stressful. Find out how to help your kids make a smooth transition.
Going back to school can be stressful. Find out how to help your kids make a smooth transition.
Top Ten Deadliest Hurricanes
This has been a stormy hurricane season. Check out a list of some of the deadliest storms over the past 100+ years.
This has been a stormy hurricane season. Check out a list of some of the deadliest storms over the past 100+ years.
Vegetables that Liked this Summer's Soggy Weather
Why Cabbage and Broccoli are a Gardener's Best Friend
Why Cabbage and Broccoli are a Gardener's Best Friend
Eat Your Colors!
Eating a rainbow of colors can improve your health.
Eating a rainbow of colors can improve your health.
Here Come the Leonid Meteors
Circle November 17th on your calendars for an early showing of meteors!
Circle November 17th on your calendars for an early showing of meteors!
Rain, Rain, Go Away ...
Making the Most of a Wet Summer Don't let wet weather keep you out of the garden this summer!
Making the Most of a Wet Summer Don't let wet weather keep you out of the garden this summer!
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.
As fuel prices escalate, Americans are joining the rest of the world riding gas-sipping motor scooters.
Easy Ways to Preserve Summer's Bounty
Learn how to enjoy fresh foods all year-long and save money while doing so!
Learn how to enjoy fresh foods all year-long and save money while doing so!
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.
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.
Healthier Halloween Treats
Sure, candy is dandy, but why not give the gift of good health this Halloween?
Sure, candy is dandy, but why not give the gift of good health this Halloween?
How to Keep Pests out of your Garden, Naturally.
Learn how to naturally discourage deer, slugs, moles, and other pests from visiting your garden.
Learn how to naturally discourage deer, slugs, moles, and other pests from visiting your garden.
Recipes
Cream of Asparagus Soup
A cream of asparagus soup with asparagus and milk, along with butter and seasonings.
A cream of asparagus soup with asparagus and milk, along with butter and seasonings.
Holiday Cheese Ball
Give your holiday cheese ball a zesty new flavor by adding some of your own favorite spices, nuts, meats, and more.
Give your holiday cheese ball a zesty new flavor by adding some of your own favorite spices, nuts, meats, and more.
Cooked Custard Eggnog
This delicious recipe for eggnog is safe for anyone to drink because the eggs are cooked in a custard.
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.
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.
Antipasto
This is the basic appetizer that my family grew up with. It was served on holiday occasions.
This is the basic appetizer that my family grew up with. It was served on holiday occasions.
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Share Your Tips and Ways of Helping Others
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September 12, 2005 8:38 AM
Winter and the Persimmon Seed
August 31, 2007 10:04 AM
August 31, 2007 10:04 AM
A Halloween Legend
October 30, 2007 11:19 AM
October 30, 2007 11:19 AM
Tree-Planting Tips
June 13, 2007 10:38 AM
June 13, 2007 10:38 AM
4 Reasons Why You Should Read the 2010 Farmers’ Almanac
August 28, 2009 12:23 PM
August 28, 2009 12:23 PM
Father’s Day & Friday the 13th
June 13, 2008 11:16 AM
June 13, 2008 11:16 AM
Why is Ice Slippery?
January 15, 2008 6:25 PM
January 15, 2008 6:25 PM
Miscellaneous Cooking, Kitchen and Other Tips
August 30, 2005 3:24 PM
August 30, 2005 3:24 PM
Easy Ways to "Greenify" Your Home
June 30, 2008 12:15 AM
June 30, 2008 12:15 AM
Warming Spices
February 1, 2006 2:33 PM
February 1, 2006 2:33 PM
Gardener’s Soap Recipe
June 21, 2006 8:04 AM
June 21, 2006 8:04 AM
Fall Lawn Care
September 22, 2005 9:03 AM
September 22, 2005 9:03 AM
Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM
Top 5 Reasons to Buy the 2009 Farmers’ Almanac
August 19, 2008 12:27 PM
August 19, 2008 12:27 PM
Water
October 19, 2007 9:49 AM
October 19, 2007 9:49 AM
Keeping Ahead of Thanksgiving
November 8, 2009 10:43 PM
November 8, 2009 10:43 PM
Planting Easter Lilies in the Flower Garden
April 17, 2006 7:06 AM
April 17, 2006 7:06 AM
Top Ten Hurricane Tips - What to Do, How to Prepare
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM
Top 5 Ways to Prevent Falling Through Ice
February 25, 2009 6:10 PM
February 25, 2009 6:10 PM
20 Ways to Save Gas $$
June 30, 2008 8:16 AM
June 30, 2008 8:16 AM
Tummy Ache Tea to the Rescue
November 9, 2005 10:01 AM
November 9, 2005 10:01 AM
Hurricane Survival
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM
Harvesting and Drying Herbs
October 4, 2005 9:12 AM
October 4, 2005 9:12 AM
Flower and Plant Exchange
May 8, 2006 7:23 AM
May 8, 2006 7:23 AM
Buying & Caring Tips for Potted Poinsettia
December 5, 2005 12:15 PM
December 5, 2005 12:15 PM
Hot Oil Hair Treatment and Bath Recipe
August 11, 2008 11:49 PM
August 11, 2008 11:49 PM
Get Organized on a Budget
October 2, 2005 10:22 PM
October 2, 2005 10:22 PM
Tips for a Safe Garage
May 17, 2006 12:54 PM
May 17, 2006 12:54 PM
Potted Easter Lily Care
April 12, 2006 7:59 AM
April 12, 2006 7:59 AM
Blizzard Survival Tips
December 1, 2006 7:07 AM
December 1, 2006 7:07 AM
Does that come in Green? Greener Home Improvement Tips
August 21, 2008 9:48 AM
August 21, 2008 9:48 AM
Playing It Safe - Lightning
June 23, 2008 9:49 AM
June 23, 2008 9:49 AM
Do you have Wild Neighbors?
April 20, 2009 11:09 AM
April 20, 2009 11:09 AM
Be A Nature Detective
January 17, 2008 11:32 AM
January 17, 2008 11:32 AM
Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
Controlling Food Costs
June 10, 2008 3:16 PM
June 10, 2008 3:16 PM
Trapped In Your Car
January 22, 2009 12:24 PM
January 22, 2009 12:24 PM
Fancy Salads and Sneaking Zucchinis
June 24, 2009 4:36 PM
June 24, 2009 4:36 PM
Twister Survival
February 7, 2008 1:03 PM
February 7, 2008 1:03 PM
Doing More With Less… And Loving It!
January 6, 2009 1:18 PM
January 6, 2009 1:18 PM
Hurricane Season is Cranking Up
June 1, 2009 3:14 PM
June 1, 2009 3:14 PM
Selecting and Storing Melons
August 9, 2006 10:50 AM
August 9, 2006 10:50 AM
Love is spelled S-N-O-W
February 26, 2008 10:53 AM
February 26, 2008 10:53 AM
Farmers’ Almanac Top Recycling Ideas (beyond paper)
May 27, 2008 12:18 AM
May 27, 2008 12:18 AM
What's in a name?
August 28, 2008 4:32 PM
August 28, 2008 4:32 PM
An Escape from the Noise
August 31, 2007 9:44 AM
August 31, 2007 9:44 AM
Going Green to Save Green
August 7, 2008 1:48 PM
August 7, 2008 1:48 PM
Winter, Global Warming, Groundhog Day…
January 31, 2008 3:57 PM
January 31, 2008 3:57 PM
Best Summer Tips
May 13, 2008 3:18 PM
May 13, 2008 3:18 PM
A GREEN New Year to You!
January 1, 2008 12:06 AM
January 1, 2008 12:06 AM
Blog Action Day
October 15, 2007 4:45 PM
October 15, 2007 4:45 PM
Living Life Better
June 25, 2008 2:03 PM
June 25, 2008 2:03 PM
The Latest from The Farm
January 31, 2006 10:57 AM
January 31, 2006 10:57 AM
Editor’s Choice - Toughest Jobs On Earth (Winter)
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM
Culinary Seeds for Seasoning Chart
May 24, 2006 1:11 PM
May 24, 2006 1:11 PM
One of the Great Interviews
August 27, 2008 2:51 PM
August 27, 2008 2:51 PM
The Global Warming discussion and tips for reducing your carbon footprint
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM
New Season for Farmers’ Almanac TV
January 3, 2007 10:51 AM
January 3, 2007 10:51 AM
Christmas In July
July 17, 2008 2:49 PM
July 17, 2008 2:49 PM
My Guide To Surviving Mosquitoes
June 15, 2009 2:51 PM
June 15, 2009 2:51 PM
Waste Not, Want Not – Trash into Treasure
May 12, 2008 12:05 AM
May 12, 2008 12:05 AM
Keeping Mosquitoes at Bay
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM
Getting Started on the Farm
May 15, 2009 8:00 AM
May 15, 2009 8:00 AM
Who needs Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)?
May 12, 2009 12:10 PM
May 12, 2009 12:10 PM
The Importance of Indoor Air Quality
August 21, 2008 9:47 AM
August 21, 2008 9:47 AM
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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...
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...
Welcome to the NEW FarmersAlmanac.com
We've been very busy at Farmers' Almanac and Farmers' Almanac TV working on a new site that provides you with a more weather, wisdom, video, recipes, and more! Check out our new enhanced features: One-Stop Weather Site:Our new site is...
We've been very busy at Farmers' Almanac and Farmers' Almanac TV working on a new site that provides you with a more weather, wisdom, video, recipes, and more! Check out our new enhanced features: One-Stop Weather Site:Our new site is...
All About Hurricanes
View More Farmers' Almanac TV Videos » Here are a few articles that will help you understand and prepare for hurricanes:The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm SurgesHurricane GlossaryHurricane TipsHow are Hurricane Categories Determined?How are Hurricanes Named?
View More Farmers' Almanac TV Videos » Here are a few articles that will help you understand and prepare for hurricanes:The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm SurgesHurricane GlossaryHurricane TipsHow are Hurricane Categories Determined?How are Hurricanes Named?
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...
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...
In The 'Nac
What's in the 'Nac -- the Farmers' Almanac that is:Always thrifty, always "green," the Farmers' Almanac is the "go-to" source for resourceful living. It's the only source for amazingly accurate 16 months of weather forecasts that help readers plan for...
What's in the 'Nac -- the Farmers' Almanac that is:Always thrifty, always "green," the Farmers' Almanac is the "go-to" source for resourceful living. It's the only source for amazingly accurate 16 months of weather forecasts that help readers plan for...
2006-2007 Weather Outlook for Canada
Tired of the Heat? Hang on – 2007 Canadian Farmers' Almanac Predicts "SHIVERY IS NOT DEAD"Lewiston, ME: After a hot summer in most of Canada, cool news is on the way. The new edition of the Canadian Farmers' Almanac, which...
Tired of the Heat? Hang on – 2007 Canadian Farmers' Almanac Predicts "SHIVERY IS NOT DEAD"Lewiston, ME: After a hot summer in most of Canada, cool news is on the way. The new edition of the Canadian Farmers' Almanac, which...
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...
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...
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,...
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,...
Grow Your Sales - Advertise with the Farmers' Almanac
Motivated by the Earth. Powered By Wisdom.Put the Farmers’ Almanac Brand to Work For You! Download Ad Rates and Specs (PDF)Published every year since 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac is the go-to source for inspirational and useful tips. Time tested and...
Motivated by the Earth. Powered By Wisdom.Put the Farmers’ Almanac Brand to Work For You! Download Ad Rates and Specs (PDF)Published every year since 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac is the go-to source for inspirational and useful tips. Time tested and...
The 2010 Farmers' Almanac Promotional Edition
Whether you want to thank your customers, wish them happy holidays, or entice them to visit to a new location, the Farmers’ Almanac is the marketing vehicle for you. Our promotional version of the Farmers’ Almanac...
Whether you want to thank your customers, wish them happy holidays, or entice them to visit to a new location, the Farmers’ Almanac is the marketing vehicle for you. Our promotional version of the Farmers’ Almanac...
Podcasts and RSS Feeds
Farmers Almanac TV Weather Podcast From weather proverbs to historic weather events, Farmers' Almanac TV presents the facts behind the folklore! Farmers Almanac TV Video RSS Feed We travel the continent to bring you stories...
Farmers Almanac TV Weather Podcast From weather proverbs to historic weather events, Farmers' Almanac TV presents the facts behind the folklore! Farmers Almanac TV Video RSS Feed We travel the continent to bring you stories...
Farmers' Almanac Timeline
1818 – The first edition of Farmers’ Almanac is printed by editor David Young, Philom., and publisher Jacob Mann, in Morristown, N.J. 1852 – David Young dies. Astronomer Samuel Hart Wright succeeds him as editor. 1875...
1818 – The first edition of Farmers’ Almanac is printed by editor David Young, Philom., and publisher Jacob Mann, in Morristown, N.J. 1852 – David Young dies. Astronomer Samuel Hart Wright succeeds him as editor. 1875...
Farmers' Almanac Testimonials
Our readers say it best! As North America's Favorite Farmers Almanac, we receive tons of letters, emails, and phone calls from readers and fans. Here are a fews of our favorite comments:Dear Almanac,I absolutely love you magazine and now I...
Our readers say it best! As North America's Favorite Farmers Almanac, we receive tons of letters, emails, and phone calls from readers and fans. Here are a fews of our favorite comments:Dear Almanac,I absolutely love you magazine and now I...
Inside the 2010 Farmers' Almanac
Buy the Almanac now!Buy the 2010 Farmers' Almanac now in our online store »Find the Almanac near you!Click here for a list of Farmers' Almanac Retail Locations »What our readers are saying...We often receive comments from our customers who like...
Buy the Almanac now!Buy the 2010 Farmers' Almanac now in our online store »Find the Almanac near you!Click here for a list of Farmers' Almanac Retail Locations »What our readers are saying...We often receive comments from our customers who like...
