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Light or Dark of the Moon
Ever wonder what is meant by the "light of the moon," or the "dark of the moon?"
Ever wonder what is meant by the "light of the moon," or the "dark of the moon?"
What Is a Light Year?
Want to see the past? It's possible!
Want to see the past? It's possible!
Light Pollution: Are you a culprit?
Learn why the night sky isn't as dark as it used to be.
Learn why the night sky isn't as dark as it used to be.
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?
If you see a blue light, is a ghost near? Why shouldn't you talk on Halloween? How did Jack O'Lanterns originate?
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.
When it's a hot summer day, it often feels like the sun is just an arm's throw away. It's not.
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"?
Lightning Kills, Play it Safe
Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.
Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.
Stay Safe in the Sun!
Learn how to protect your family from harmful UV rays.
Learn how to protect your family from harmful UV rays.
What are Northern Lights?
When can they be seen? Fall is a great time to get out and look for the northern lights. But just what are these colors in the sky?
When can they be seen? Fall is a great time to get out and look for the northern lights. But just what are these colors in the sky?
Ben Franklin's Letter to the Editor
Re: Saving Daylight An actual duplicate of Franklin's letter in which he described why there should be some changes with the clocks.
Re: Saving Daylight An actual duplicate of Franklin's letter in which he described why there should be some changes with the clocks.
Does the Moon Glow?
Learn how and why we can see the moon in the dark night sky.
Learn how and why we can see the moon in the dark night sky.
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.
What is heat lightning?
Heat lightning is common during the summer months. Learn what causes it and why you can see it.
Heat lightning is common during the summer months. Learn what causes it and why you can see it.
Move Over Daylight – Here Comes Standard Time
It's time to change the clocks.
It's time to change the clocks.
Astronomy Unites World
The universe is yours to discover during the International Year of Astronomy.
The universe is yours to discover during the International Year of Astronomy.
Fun Bugs?!!
Is there such a thing? Fun bugs? Check out some interesting bugs that might make for a fun day of exploration.
Is there such a thing? Fun bugs? Check out some interesting bugs that might make for a fun day of exploration.
Remember these Childhood Games?
Bring back games that don't require electricity. Summer time is a time for fun. Check out some games from the past and present.
Bring back games that don't require electricity. Summer time is a time for fun. Check out some games from the past and present.
Battling Tomato Blight
Don't let your garden get decimated by late blight.
Don't let your garden get decimated by late blight.
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
Ring Around the Moon
Wondering what causes a lunar halo? Here's the answer.
Wondering what causes a lunar halo? Here's the answer.
Now Showing: The Summer Triangle
Starring: Vega, Altair, and Deneb This is the time of year when you can spot the famous “Summer Triangle.”
Starring: Vega, Altair, and Deneb This is the time of year when you can spot the famous “Summer Triangle.”
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.
Do Stars Really Twinkle?
How about planets? Have you ever star gazed and noticed that the stars seem to be blinking at you? Do they really twinkle?
How about planets? Have you ever star gazed and noticed that the stars seem to be blinking at you? Do they really twinkle?
Once a month Household Chores
Is one of your New Year's Resolutions to keep your house cleaner? Here are some ideas that can help.
Is one of your New Year's Resolutions to keep your house cleaner? Here are some ideas that can help.
Snow in the Forecast?
Learn what the different snow terms mean. Weather forecasters use many terms when predicting snow --showers, flurries, blizzard, etc. Learn what they mean here.
Learn what the different snow terms mean. Weather forecasters use many terms when predicting snow --showers, flurries, blizzard, etc. Learn what they mean here.
Vote Your Taste Buds!
America's Favorite Dinner Looking for a break from all the campaign craziness? Let your taste buds cast this ballot.
America's Favorite Dinner Looking for a break from all the campaign craziness? Let your taste buds cast this ballot.
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.
Who Invented the Telescope?
A history this most important important astronomical tool.
A history this most important important astronomical tool.
PhilosoFacts
Don't be afraid to go out on a limb. That's where the fruit is.
Don't be afraid to go out on a limb. That's where the fruit is.
Timely Weather Definitions
Do you know what these words really mean? Are "squalls" predicted in your area? Do you know what is meant by squalls? What is the halo around the moon caused by?
Do you know what these words really mean? Are "squalls" predicted in your area? Do you know what is meant by squalls? What is the halo around the moon caused by?
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!
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!
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:
Starting Seeds Indoors
If you're anxious to get outside in the garden, but the temperatures are still too cold, why not go ahead and start seeds indoors?
If you're anxious to get outside in the garden, but the temperatures are still too cold, why not go ahead and start seeds indoors?
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!
Top 4 Folklore Favorites
Winter weather getting you down? Learn how to predict what may be coming next.
Winter weather getting you down? Learn how to predict what may be coming next.
Do you know How to Burn off Calories?
How many calories do you burn sitting at the computer? Ever wonder how you can burn off additional calories during the day?
How many calories do you burn sitting at the computer? Ever wonder how you can burn off additional calories during the day?
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.
September's Full Harvest Moon
Full moons have some of the most interesting stories behind them. Discover why and now September's full moon is often referred to as the full harvest moon.
Full moons have some of the most interesting stories behind them. Discover why and now September's full moon is often referred to as the full harvest moon.
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.
Early June is a great time to star gaze at night. Find out what you might be able to see in the night sky.
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.
Exploring Different Varieties of Honey
Here are some facts about honey that may delight you.
Here are some facts about honey that may delight you.
Cataracts
A cataract starts out small, and at first has little effect on your vision. Advances in medicine have made cataracts much less worrisome.
A cataract starts out small, and at first has little effect on your vision. Advances in medicine have made cataracts much less worrisome.
The Great Christmas Eve Snow Storm (2004)
Just two years ago, some very unlikely places experienced a white Christmas.
Just two years ago, some very unlikely places experienced a white Christmas.
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?
When the Stars Shine Bright Is there any truth to this weather lore? And how come the stars seem brighter in colder months?
Weather Instruments You May Want to Own
Weather Tools and What They Do Everything you need to predict the weather, right from the comfort of your own home!
Weather Tools and What They Do Everything you need to predict the weather, right from the comfort of your own home!
Roasting Pumpkin Seeds
After carving the pumpkin, you may want to roast the seed for an easy, and tasty treat.
After carving the pumpkin, you may want to roast the seed for an easy, and tasty treat.
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.
February 9 there's a penumbral eclipse. Learn how and why February's full Snow Moon may be a little duller than normal.
Are You Ready for Spring Gardening?
Find out what you can do now to prepare. As winter begins to give way to spring, find out what you can do now to prepare for a new season of gardening.
Find out what you can do now to prepare. As winter begins to give way to spring, find out what you can do now to prepare for a new season of gardening.
How long does a star last in outer space?
Does it ever explode? Ever wonder how old a star is? Or if it ever explodes? Read on for the answers and more star-filled information.
Does it ever explode? Ever wonder how old a star is? Or if it ever explodes? Read on for the answers and more star-filled information.
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 Orionids are Coming!
The annual Orionids meteor shower is on its way. What you need to know to enjoy the show.
The annual Orionids meteor shower is on its way. What you need to know to enjoy the show.
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.
Recycling: Test Your Knowledge
How much do you know about recycling? Take this quiz and find out.
How much do you know about recycling? Take this quiz and find out.
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.
Buy New and Save Money!
Energy efficient appliances are now easy to find, and they can save you money.
Energy efficient appliances are now easy to find, and they can save you money.
Get Inspired.
Farmers' Almanac Thoughts To Live By Motivational sayings from the pages of the Farmers' Almanac.
Farmers' Almanac Thoughts To Live By Motivational sayings from the pages of the Farmers' Almanac.
How to Dry Gourds
When should you pick gourds? How can you dry them to use for crafts and decorations?
When should you pick gourds? How can you dry them to use for crafts and decorations?
Columbus's Legacy: I'm Lost!
Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended. Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended.
Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended. Sometimes the best discoveries are unintended.
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.
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.
A Peanut A Day
March is national peanut month. Find out why you should incorporate peanuts into your daily diet.
March is national peanut month. Find out why you should incorporate peanuts into your daily diet.
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.
Chilling Forecast for Halloween
Farmers' Almanac Forecast Dressing up this Halloween? You may want to note our forecast and pile on a few extra sweaters.
Farmers' Almanac Forecast Dressing up this Halloween? You may want to note our forecast and pile on a few extra sweaters.
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.
Stormy Spring in the Forecast
Farmers' Almanac releases its stormy spring forecast.
Farmers' Almanac releases its stormy spring forecast.
Farmers’ Almanac right on with wet summer forecast
Wet, cool conditions in the Northeast come as no surprise to the Farmers' Almanac.
Wet, cool conditions in the Northeast come as no surprise to the Farmers' Almanac.
What is aloe good for?
Aloe, a popular houseplant, has a long history as a multipurpose folk remedy.
Aloe, a popular houseplant, has a long history as a multipurpose folk remedy.
Bringing Herbs Indoors
If your area has not had a killing frost yet, you may still have time to bring your herbs indoor for year-round fresh ingredients.
If your area has not had a killing frost yet, you may still have time to bring your herbs indoor for year-round fresh ingredients.
Top Five Foods For Picnics and Cookouts
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.
Farmers' Almanac Fall Forecast
What does Mother Nature have in store for the coming autumn?
What does Mother Nature have in store for the coming autumn?
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.
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.
What the Heck is a Parsnip?
Get to know this tasty tuber!
Get to know this tasty tuber!
Will Snowstorms Win Again?
Perfect Valentine’s Day Weather Poll A few months ago we asked "what your favorite weather storm" was. Now we want to know what your perfect Valentine's Day Weather would be.
Perfect Valentine’s Day Weather Poll A few months ago we asked "what your favorite weather storm" was. Now we want to know what your perfect Valentine's Day Weather would be.
Where to Hit the Slopes in 2007 and 2008
Where will the best snow be? Will it be a good skiing year? Farmers' Almanac offers its take on where to hit the slopes this upcoming winter.
Where will the best snow be? Will it be a good skiing year? Farmers' Almanac offers its take on where to hit the slopes this upcoming winter.
Weather Glossary
Ever wonder what an anemometer measures? Or what a dust devil is? Here's a helpful glossary of popular weather terms.
Ever wonder what an anemometer measures? Or what a dust devil is? Here's a helpful glossary of popular weather terms.
Nature Agrees With Almanac’s Winter Outlook!
While the Farmers' Almanac doesn't use folklore in their formula, folklore is supporting the Almanac's cold winter outlook.
While the Farmers' Almanac doesn't use folklore in their formula, folklore is supporting the Almanac's cold winter outlook.
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.
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.
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?
Wondering why you grew up thinking the first day of spring was March 21st?
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.
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.
Did Abraham Lincoln Read the Farmers' Almanac?
You and Lincoln may have something in common. February is the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birthday. We all know him as a famous president, but did you know he was a lawyer and used the Almanac in a case?
You and Lincoln may have something in common. February is the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birthday. We all know him as a famous president, but did you know he was a lawyer and used the Almanac in a case?
Try These Tasty Spring Salad Tips
Learn to make a delicious, filling spring salad.
Learn to make a delicious, filling spring salad.
Saturn's Disappearing Rings
Saturn will be at opposition on March 8, but where are its "missing" rings?
Saturn will be at opposition on March 8, but where are its "missing" rings?
Hurricane Glossary
Be prepared! Learn the differences between an advisory, warning, and more. Here's a list of the most frequently used hurricane terms and their definitions.
Be prepared! Learn the differences between an advisory, warning, and more. Here's a list of the most frequently used hurricane terms and their definitions.
Memorable Halloween Weather Events
Forget the ghosts and goblins. Halloween has had some scary weather over the past 20 years. Here are a couple of the most memorable nights.
Forget the ghosts and goblins. Halloween has had some scary weather over the past 20 years. Here are a couple of the most memorable nights.
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.
Groundhog vs. Farmers' Almanac:
Will the groundhog agree with the Almanac's preditions? Groundhog Day comes at a time when many are sick of the cold, snowy temperatures. What does the Farmers' Almanac forecast for Groundhog Day and beyond?
Will the groundhog agree with the Almanac's preditions? Groundhog Day comes at a time when many are sick of the cold, snowy temperatures. What does the Farmers' Almanac forecast for Groundhog Day and beyond?
The Meaning of Flowers
Want to send the right flower for the right occasion? A red rose means love, but what about a white one?
Want to send the right flower for the right occasion? A red rose means love, but what about a white one?
The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More
The Magical Mysterious Moon
For centuries, the moon has been an object of awe, tall tales, and mysterious powers. Learn more about the many beliefs around the moon here.
For centuries, the moon has been an object of awe, tall tales, and mysterious powers. Learn more about the many beliefs around the moon here.
How to Grow Flowers Indoors
Here's a simple pick me-up for the winter doldrums that will bring some spring indoors!
Here's a simple pick me-up for the winter doldrums that will bring some spring indoors!
Memorable Weather Events of the Past 200 Years
Excerpted from the 2005 Farmers' Almanac If it seems that weather is more precarious today than in years past, guess again. America has always had strange weather events.
Excerpted from the 2005 Farmers' Almanac If it seems that weather is more precarious today than in years past, guess again. America has always had strange weather events.
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.
Winning Apple Pie Recipes
Farmers' Almanac readers elected Apple Pie as America's Dessert. Now check out our top three winning recipes for this tasty pie.
Farmers' Almanac readers elected Apple Pie as America's Dessert. Now check out our top three winning recipes for this tasty pie.
Fresh From the Farmers’ Almanac Kitchen: Recipes From the Garden
Try these great recipes for summer fresh vegetables and herbs.
Try these great recipes for summer fresh vegetables and herbs.
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.
Back To School in Eco-Friendly Style
Check out the many earth-friendly options for this year's back-to-school shopping.
Check out the many earth-friendly options for this year's back-to-school shopping.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Pumpkins . . . Yum!
Tasty ides for timely pumpkins. Fall is synonymous with pumpkins. Learn how to cook fresh pumpkins and try these tasty recipes.
Tasty ides for timely pumpkins. Fall is synonymous with pumpkins. Learn how to cook fresh pumpkins and try these tasty recipes.
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.
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?
Game Day: Top 10 Picks For Healthy Snacking
Want ideas for healthy, low-calorie snacks for the game? Look no further.
Want ideas for healthy, low-calorie snacks for the game? Look no further.
Top ELEVEN Most Memorable Weather Events
In 1999 we published an article on the 100 Most Memorable Weather Events over the past century. In 2001, we went further back in weather history and named the Top 10. In 2007 we added one more event to the list.
In 1999 we published an article on the 100 Most Memorable Weather Events over the past century. In 2001, we went further back in weather history and named the Top 10. In 2007 we added one more event to the list.
Recipes
Judys Carrot Cake
I have made this for church suppers. There is hardly any cake left. They always go back for seconds.
I have made this for church suppers. There is hardly any cake left. They always go back for seconds.
Baked Stuffed Shrimp
A quick and tasty appetizer ideal for preparing ahead of time and popping in the oven just before guests arrive.
A quick and tasty appetizer ideal for preparing ahead of time and popping in the oven just before guests arrive.
Barbecued Party Apples
Topped with a scoop of ice-cream, this warm dessert will earn you rave reviews.
Topped with a scoop of ice-cream, this warm dessert will earn you rave reviews.
Puffy Egg Cookies
These delicate clouds of puffiness are drop cookies, the easiest type of cookie you can make.
These delicate clouds of puffiness are drop cookies, the easiest type of cookie you can make.
Celery Salad
A cool, crisp salad adds crunch and contrast to any menu. You can also use dried cranberries and walnuts.
A cool, crisp salad adds crunch and contrast to any menu. You can also use dried cranberries and walnuts.
Poached Salmon Steaks With Egg Sauce And Peas
Poached salmon with a rich egg sauce makes a lovely light lunch!
Poached salmon with a rich egg sauce makes a lovely light lunch!
Products
Maine Gold - Maple Syrup Decanter
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Blog
How to Determine a Full Moon?
October 24, 2007 11:10 AM
October 24, 2007 11:10 AM
Rainbows
July 2, 2008 3:13 PM
July 2, 2008 3:13 PM
March - Maple Syrup
March 4, 2008 2:38 PM
March 4, 2008 2:38 PM
Moon Voting
October 21, 2009 7:44 AM
October 21, 2009 7:44 AM
Stars, Planets and Full Moons
November 12, 2008 4:13 PM
November 12, 2008 4:13 PM
Harvest Full Moon
September 26, 2007 8:27 AM
September 26, 2007 8:27 AM
Tips for a Safe Garage
May 17, 2006 12:54 PM
May 17, 2006 12:54 PM
2008 Farmers’ Almanac Release
August 23, 2007 2:04 PM
August 23, 2007 2:04 PM
Once a Month Household Chores
August 6, 2006 4:20 PM
August 6, 2006 4:20 PM
A New Light On Bulbs
February 27, 2008 12:29 PM
February 27, 2008 12:29 PM
Why frosts and how bad?
September 25, 2007 10:31 AM
September 25, 2007 10:31 AM
Farmers’ Almanac taken to Task
August 14, 2008 11:52 PM
August 14, 2008 11:52 PM
My Guide To Surviving Mosquitoes
June 15, 2009 2:51 PM
June 15, 2009 2:51 PM
Full Wolf Moon
January 22, 2008 9:33 AM
January 22, 2008 9:33 AM
Keeping Mosquitoes at Bay
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM
Tornado Damage - Fujita Scale
June 16, 2008 12:17 PM
June 16, 2008 12:17 PM
Transitioning Mums From the Pot to Your Garden
October 19, 2005 9:12 AM
October 19, 2005 9:12 AM
Mercury and CFL Bulbs
September 4, 2008 2:36 PM
September 4, 2008 2:36 PM
Spring at last
March 20, 2008 11:57 AM
March 20, 2008 11:57 AM
Dark Enough Mornings For You?
October 27, 2009 8:13 AM
October 27, 2009 8:13 AM
Dear Editor: Go Away, Winter!
April 10, 2007 9:19 AM
April 10, 2007 9:19 AM
Big Snow - Little Snow
September 22, 2006 8:32 AM
September 22, 2006 8:32 AM
Muffin Firestarters: A Good Gift and Way to Start a Fire
January 25, 2006 1:07 PM
January 25, 2006 1:07 PM
A Few Tips for Container Gardening
May 25, 2005 2:29 PM
May 25, 2005 2:29 PM
Cold Weather Leaving You Dry?
January 2, 2008 9:19 PM
January 2, 2008 9:19 PM
Getting Rid Of A Smart Mouse Or Man Against Beast
June 19, 2008 5:17 PM
June 19, 2008 5:17 PM
Growing Shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day
March 13, 2006 1:44 PM
March 13, 2006 1:44 PM
Tick Alert
July 21, 2008 9:45 AM
July 21, 2008 9:45 AM
Another Giant Pumpkin Regatta
October 3, 2007 2:02 PM
October 3, 2007 2:02 PM
Where’s Winter?
December 15, 2006 9:22 AM
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Poinsettia Plants
December 5, 2007 11:56 AM
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Fighting Germs and Winter Illnesses
January 6, 2006 2:03 PM
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End of The Year Weather
December 28, 2007 5:04 PM
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Break Out the Beach Chairs
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Help us name that moon contest
September 1, 2009 11:24 AM
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Keeping Warm Economically
December 2, 2005 1:22 AM
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Selecting and Storing Melons
August 9, 2006 10:50 AM
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North Star
November 8, 2007 10:54 AM
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How to Make Beeswax Candles
March 6, 2006 5:28 PM
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Farmers’ Almanac and Current Topics
September 17, 2007 10:36 AM
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Thinking Green Can Add Green to Your Wallet
January 25, 2008 12:11 AM
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Living Life Better
June 25, 2008 2:03 PM
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Energy Efficiencies - 4 Ideas
July 31, 2008 4:50 PM
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October Fun
October 11, 2007 10:35 AM
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Cold, Ice, Snow, Oh My!
December 16, 2006 7:09 AM
December 16, 2006 7:09 AM
A Man and His Machine (Snow Blower)
December 23, 2008 11:02 AM
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25 Random Things
February 17, 2009 1:47 PM
February 17, 2009 1:47 PM
Keeping Ahead of Thanksgiving
November 8, 2009 10:43 PM
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Financial Crisis - Suggestions to Save
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM
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The Global Warming discussion and tips for reducing your carbon footprint
January 29, 2007 5:07 PM
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Weather by Caterpillar
September 8, 2008 9:53 PM
September 8, 2008 9:53 PM
The Milky Way - A Deep Question
February 5, 2008 9:28 AM
February 5, 2008 9:28 AM
Abe Lincoln Day
August 22, 2007 10:30 AM
August 22, 2007 10:30 AM
Leave the Stuffing to the Turkey
November 16, 2009 8:57 AM
November 16, 2009 8:57 AM
The 10 Best Weather Cities
October 5, 2006 1:47 PM
October 5, 2006 1:47 PM
Waste Not, Want Not – Trash into Treasure
May 12, 2008 12:05 AM
May 12, 2008 12:05 AM
Top Ten Hurricane Tips - What to Do, How to Prepare
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM
All About Frost
September 27, 2006 7:49 AM
September 27, 2006 7:49 AM
HOT NEWS: Comet 17P/Holmes is undergoing a spectacular eruption!
October 25, 2007 9:14 AM
October 25, 2007 9:14 AM
From the Producer: Season 2 of Farmers’ Almanac TV
January 12, 2007 11:01 AM
January 12, 2007 11:01 AM
Does that come in Green? Greener Home Improvement Tips
August 21, 2008 9:48 AM
August 21, 2008 9:48 AM
Miscellaneous Cooking, Kitchen and Other Tips
August 30, 2005 3:24 PM
August 30, 2005 3:24 PM
Summer Solstice and the Passing of an Astronomy Legend
June 21, 2007 8:41 AM
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Dove Hunting with Grandma
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM
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About UV
The sun radiates energy over a broad spectrum of wavelengths. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which has a shorter wavelength than either visible blue ...
The sun radiates energy over a broad spectrum of wavelengths. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which has a shorter wavelength than either visible blue ...
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...
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...
Primer for Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Here is a basic primer on hurricanes, tornadoes and storm surges: A hurricane is a severe tropical storm, that forms in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, or in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Hurricanes need...
Here is a basic primer on hurricanes, tornadoes and storm surges: A hurricane is a severe tropical storm, that forms in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, or in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Hurricanes need...
Hurricane Glossary
Advisory: A formal advisory message from a Weather Bureau Hurricane Warning Center giving warning information along with details on tropical cyclone location, intensity and movement and precautions that should be taken.Bulletin: A public release for press, radio, and TV dissemination...
Advisory: A formal advisory message from a Weather Bureau Hurricane Warning Center giving warning information along with details on tropical cyclone location, intensity and movement and precautions that should be taken.Bulletin: A public release for press, radio, and TV dissemination...
Peter Geiger, Philom., Editor of the Farmers' Almanac
If Peter Geiger hadn’t become the seventh editor of the world-famous Farmers’ Almanac, he would have wanted to write a syndicated column offering handy, time saving household hints. Luckily for famous hint maven Heloise, Peter’s fate was sealed from an...
If Peter Geiger hadn’t become the seventh editor of the world-famous Farmers’ Almanac, he would have wanted to write a syndicated column offering handy, time saving household hints. Luckily for famous hint maven Heloise, Peter’s fate was sealed from an...
Full Moon Names and Their Meanings
Full Moon names date back to Native Americans, of what is now the northern and eastern United States. The tribes kept track of the seasons by giving distinctive names to each recurring full Moon. Their names were applied to the...
Full Moon names date back to Native Americans, of what is now the northern and eastern United States. The tribes kept track of the seasons by giving distinctive names to each recurring full Moon. Their names were applied to the...
Farmers' Almanac Weather Outlook for Hawaii
Farmers Almanac Weather Summary for HawaiiDue to Hawaii's fairly constant weather patterns, the Farmers' Almanac provides an overall climatological summary for Hawaii. This summary should give you a good idea of what type of weather to expect if you are...
Farmers Almanac Weather Summary for HawaiiDue to Hawaii's fairly constant weather patterns, the Farmers' Almanac provides an overall climatological summary for Hawaii. This summary should give you a good idea of what type of weather to expect if you are...
Meet the Editors
Peter Geiger, Philom., EditorIf Peter Geiger hadn’t become the seventh editor of the world-famous Farmers’ Almanac, he would have wanted to write a syndicated column offering handy, time saving household hints. Luckily for famous hint maven Heloise, Peter’s fate was...
Peter Geiger, Philom., EditorIf Peter Geiger hadn’t become the seventh editor of the world-famous Farmers’ Almanac, he would have wanted to write a syndicated column offering handy, time saving household hints. Luckily for famous hint maven Heloise, Peter’s fate was...
