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Articles

Cook More Efficiently
Get a Second Meal Out of One 6 tips for saving time in the kitchen

Sore Throat Secrets
From Chamomile tea to Slippery Elm bark, there are many natural ways to ease the discomfort of a sore throat.

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

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?

A Red and Green Star?!
Is it possible that a star could appear red or green in color?

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?

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.

What are star clusters?
Ever hear of a star cluster? Find out what a star cluster is.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Buy New and Save Money!
Energy efficient appliances are now easy to find, and they can save you money.

Dog Days are Here!
Why are the hot/sultry days of summer are referred to as "dog days?"

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

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

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!

Best Wedding Weather State?
Ever wonder what states may have the best weather for weddings? Check out what we found from our Worst Wedding Weather Contest.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Summer Sky Fun
Summer is a fun time to star and planet gaze. Now is a good time to spot Jupiter. Learn more.

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

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

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

Dog Days End – A Fish is in the Sky!
Where did the term, "Dog Days of Summer" originate? Look to the sky.

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

Recipes

Cheese Straws
Serious cheese lovers should try this recipe with jalapeno added for extra zip!

Baked Bean Casserole
These easy baked beans are delicious for summer cookouts.

Sweet and Sour Pot Roast
This sweet and sour pot roast is flavored with onions, vinegar, brown sugar, and other seasonings.


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

Festive Glazed Ham
A dish that is incredibly easy to prepare, and yet great tasting. Stud with cloves for a festive look.




Videos

Astronomer's Notebook: The North Star
Discover the science and cultural significance behind the fabled North Star in this edition of the Astronomer's Notebook.

Blake Shelton
Farmers' Almanac TV recently sat down with country music star Blake Shelton.

Products

Season One
Episode 4

EPISODE FOUR: COUNTRY MUSICIAN BLAKE SHELDON & A WINDMILL MUSEUMVisit backstage with Country star Blake Sheldon; tour the American Wind Power Center in Lubbock, Texas, which houses the most comprehensive collection of historic windmills in the world; and be...

The Change in the Weather
People, Weather, and the Science of ClimateWritten by William K. StevensTrade Paperback, 384 pagesUpdated with a new afterword, including information on the warmest winter of the century.Is something going on with the weather?A record-setting heat wave that just won't release...

Blog

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

Farm Aid - Pauline Reese
September 30, 2006 6:00 PM

Flag Day
June 14, 2007 7:40 AM



Pages

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...

Where to Buy
Thanks to the many retailers in North America, the Farmers' Almanac and Canadian Farmers' Almanac are available in your favorite grocery, drug, bookstore, and retail store. Below is where you should find your copy in stores across the US. For...

Retail Distribution
Thanks to many retailers in North America, we are able to sell our 2007 Farmers' Almanac and 2007 Canadian Farmers' Almanac in your favorite grocery, drug store, bookstore, and others. The following is a state by state breakdown of chain...