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What is heat lightning?
Heat lightning is common during the summer months. Learn what causes it and why you can see it.

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 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.

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.

7 Common Sense Health Tips for the Back-to-School Season
Keep them healthy this year with these common sense but beneficial tips.

Healthy Hints for the New Year
Easy to follow tips for a healthier you.

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.

Favorite Dry Skin Cures and Preventions
Summer weather means dry skin. Check out our favorite ways to keep skin moist and healthy here.

Game Day: Top 10 Picks For Healthy Snacking
Want ideas for healthy, low-calorie snacks for the game? Look no further.

Keep Your Skin Healthy
Naturally and Inexpensively Good skin is important. Check out some natural ways to keep your skin healthy without going broke.

Thirsty? Drink This
The perfect dink to beat the heat!

Grilling Veggies
Tips and ways to use your grill. Bring life to fresh vegetables this summer by grilling them. Learn how here.

Muscle Strain: Ice or Heat?
When you have sore muscles, do you reach for an ice pack or the heating pad? Your choice could be making the pain worse.

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

Summer Outlook: Is hot weather on tap?
Hot or Cold? What does the Farmers’ Almanac predict for the summer season ahead?

Farmers' Almanac Summer Weather Accuracy
The summer that was and wasn't This summer has been a mixed bag of crazy weather. How accurate were the Farmers' Almanac predictions?

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

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

What's On Tap for This Summer?
Will the summer of 2009 be a scorcher?

What is "Indian Summer'?
Learn about this warming weather pattern and why it's referred to as "Indian Summer."

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.

Rain, Rain, Go Away ...
Making the Most of a Wet Summer Don't let wet weather keep you out of the garden this summer!

Snack Smart
Snacking throughout the day can help you stay healthy.

Ouchless Tips for Hammering Nails
Basic tips to be memorized. Easy tips for bruise-free hammering.

Fun with Fermentation
Fermenting food is a healthy, and tasty, way to preserve the fall harvest.

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

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

Recipes for Smart Snacking
Healthy, easy to make, recipes to fuel your body through the day.

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

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

Healthy Honey
Honey can help prevent allergies and even give you a slow, steady release of energy.

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.

Hungry? Think Blue!
July is National Blueberry Month. July is the best time to eat more blueberries. They're healthy, patriotic, and tasty!

6 Good Reasons to Use Lemons for Better Health
Did you know lemons can help cure acne AND purify blood? Check out these healthy uses for lemons.

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.

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.

Weight Loss - The Natural Way
Fad diets rarely work. Try these natural ways to lose weight and stay healthy!

Never Sneeze into Your Hand
Tips to Fend Off Germs Naturally Learn 10 tips to help get rid of germs that may cause illness.

How to Create a Year of Wellness
Follow these month by month steps to a successfully healthy year.

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.

Must-Know Kitchen Tips
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.

Healthy Hints for Better Hair
Learn when's the best day to cut your hair. Did you know there is a certain time in the month that's better for cutting your hair? Find out why and what days are best this month.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.


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.

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.

Refreshing Fruit Salads
Tasty recipes for a summer treat!

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

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

When is Lightning a Danger?
Keep safe this summer. Get these important safety facts about thunderstorms.

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.

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.


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.

What sport did George Washington and Abraham Lincoln play?
You have probably played this summer sport too!

When Life Gives You Lemons ...
Try These Tasty Lemonade Recipes! Summer time drink recipes to quench your thirst.

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

Olympic Traditions: One World, One Dream
The 2008 Summer Olympic Games begin August 8 in Beijing and will carry on centuries of tradition.

Fresh From the Farmers’ Almanac Kitchen: Recipes From the Garden
Try these great recipes for summer fresh vegetables and herbs.

Favorite Fall Flowers
Don't let the end of summer stop your gardening. Get ideas on what to plant now as fall gets closer and closer.

Farmers’ Almanac right on with wet summer forecast
Wet, cool conditions in the Northeast come as no surprise to the Farmers' Almanac.

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.

Got a Cut? Reach for the Onions.
Natural Remedies for Cuts and Bruises. The summer season is just about here. Schools are out, kids are outside, and cuts and bruises become more prevalent. Here are a few ways to help these cuts heal quicker and more naturally:

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

Plant a Fall Garden
Make Gardening Season Last Longer Summer is winding down but gardening season can continue into the fall. Find out how.

When will it Snow?
And other timely tips.

How to Barbecue Like a Pro
Get some seasoned tips.


Top 5 Best Weather Cities To Catch a Minor League Baseball Game
Rain can spoil or cancel the game! Find out where the best weather is to catch a game this summer.

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

Tornado Survival Tips
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac What to do before and during

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

How to Prevent Motion Sickness
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.

Save Energy and Money This Winter
Easy to follow tips for a more efficient home.

Sunflowers: More than a Beautiful Flower
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.

Stormy Weather for the Southern States
Is there a wet or rainy season in the southern US states? After a dry summer, it might be good to know when the rainy season may begin.

Scare Away Tooth Decay
Halloween doesn't have to be a dental nightmare. Follow these tips to keep your children smiling.

Parsley Growing Like a Weed?
Easy ways to preserve an abundant herb crop. Herbs are great year-round. Here are some easy ways to preserve your herb crop this summer.

Be Prepared for Winter Storms
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac 10 tips to help you prepare for a big snow storm.

Dental Tips George Washington Could’ve Used!
Learn how eating apples, figs, and strawberries can keep your teeth whiter and cleaner.

Must Read Cooking Tips
Learn how to make eggs fluffier, meatballs easier, and vegetables more full of flavor.

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

DO Try This At Home
Useful Household Hints Burnt popcorn? Scuff marks? Dusting shortcuts? Check out some top tips from the Farmers' Almanac.

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.

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.

Learn How to Harvest your Vegetables
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.

Top 10 Things to Do Now for a Better Garden Later
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.

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

Pinkeye Tips and Cautions
Pinkeye is a common eye infection. While highly contagious, there are some natural remedies you may want to try.

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 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.

Easy Yet Important Ways to Save Money
From the Farmers’ Almanac Check out some of our timely tips on ways to cut costs.

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!

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.

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.

Got Eggs?
Preparation tips How to prepare eggs like a pro

Not Just For The Dryer
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.

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.

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:

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.

Handy Measuring Equivalents
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. .

Make Your Own Ice Cream Pie
An Easy Dessert Sure to Please Going on a picnic? Bring this delicious pie.

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.

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

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.

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


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

Kindling a Fire
Need ideas for kindling a fire?

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.

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.

Treating Sprains with Ice Packs
Has the winter weather got you down?

Frosty Weather may Lead to Frostbite
Find out how to prevent frozen skin. Do you know the difference between frostnip and frostbite?

8 Smarter Ways to Use Your Microwave
Find out how to make your microwave work for you.

Attitude of Joy - Improve your Health with Laughter
For us it seems so natural, but the funny thing is that humans are one of the only species that laughs.

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.

The Lost Art of Doing Nothing
Are afternoons of lying in the grass pondering cloud shapes, evenings of watching sunsets, or mornings of counting snowflakes as they hit the windowpane all but extinct? Will we ever spend another hour or even a minute alone with our own thoughts? What incredible daydreams will never be had because we just simply do not have the time?

How to Pick the Freshest Fruits and Vegetables
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.

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.


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.

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.

Eat More of These Foods
Super foods for a healthier you. Some foods have been known to help prevent some common diseases. Find out which foods you should eat more of.

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.

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.

Tornado Truths: Test Your Tornado Knowledge.
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.

How Hot Have the Past Several Summers Been?
How cold have the winters been? Check out these wacky statistics that prove if anything - weather is weird!

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.

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

June Weather Lore and More!
If June is wet, will September be dry? Check out some fun weather lore sayings we found about the sixth month of the year.

Weather Predictions Right Again!
We called it, yet again! Learn how accurate the Farmers' Almanac forecasts have been this year!

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

Everything you always wanted to know about a hot dog . . .
And then some. What do you call them? Hot dogs, frankfurters, wieners? Learn some trivia about this popular summertime food.

Good Manners in the Great Outdoors
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.

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.

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

Summertime Remedies
Got a splinter? Bee sting? Bug bite? Check out these homemade natural cures for common summertime ailments.

Wonderful Watermelon
Alternative ways to eat this sweet treat. Summer's fruit has to be watermelon. Here are some tasty and unusual watermelon recipes worth a try.

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

Brain Freeze? Try this.
A simple cure that may stop that ice cream headache. Ever been eating ice cream when all of a sudden you have a terrible headache? Get the inside scoop on these "brain freezes."

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.

You Say Tomato, I Say Let’s Eat!
Red, ripe tomatoes are abundant right now. Try these delicious recipes, and enjoy the health benefits!

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.

Easy Ways to Save Seeds
Garden Seed Harvesting Love your cucumbers this year? Learn how to save their seeds and plant them next year.

Wild, Wet, Wacky (Hot) Weather
What's Next? This summer's weather has been interesting to say the least. Did the Almanac predict it? Find out here.

Best Day to Potty Train?!
Is there such a thing? Check out a new feature in the 2009 Farmers' Almanac.

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.

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.

Pick the Perfect Pumpkin
How do you know when you've found the right pumpkin for your Jack o'lantern? Check out these hints.

Squash Season
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.

Delectable Valentine's Cheesecakes
Find out how to make the perfect cheesecake for your Valentine.

Quick, Nurse, Fetch Me The Sauerkraut!
The Healing Properties of Cabbage Is cabbage a cure-all for many ailments? Many used to think so.

Indian Winter?
When will spring warm up? Is Mother Nature "fooling" us this spring? When will April get warmer?

Stop and Smell the Roses!
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.

From the Garden to the Grill
Tasty veggie ideas for your next backyard barbecue.

8 Weird but Real Weather Terms
Ever see a Green Flash or Dust Devil? Check out our top picks for weird weather terms.

How to cut your dependency on 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.

Healthier Halloween Treats
Sure, candy is dandy, but why not give the gift of good health this Halloween?

Some Germs are Good for You
The Real Dirt On Germs Everyone knows germs are bad right? Not so fast. Research is showing that antibacterial products could be making us more vulnerable to health problems.

5 Ways to Save Money Grocery Shopping
Simple ways to go to food shop without going over budget.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Try These Tasty Spring Salad Tips
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.

Timely Tips About Ticks
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.

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.

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.

Sick of Winter?
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.

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.

Lips Parched? Try This Natural Balm
Instead of purchasing lip balm at the store, try making your own. It's easy.

Vegetables that Liked this Summer's Soggy Weather
Why Cabbage and Broccoli are a Gardener's Best Friend

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.

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.

Seven Natural Ways to Soothe Sunburn
Sunburn can catch you off guard, even when you use sun block. Here are some natural ways to help east the pain of sunburned skin.

Eggs Are Good For You
Eggs really aren't as bad as they're cracked up to be.

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

How Does Ice Make Drinks Cold?
When you touch ice it's cold. Add it to a drink and the drink gets cold. But how does this frozen water make things cold?

Beating the Back-To-School Blues
Going back to school can be stressful. Find out how to help your kids make a smooth transition.

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.

Personal Pizzas
Quick, easy and a bit untraditional Make personal pizzas with French bread, tomato bagels and even hoagie rolls. It's easy!

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 Five Foods For Picnics and Cookouts
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.

Eat Your Colors!
Eating a rainbow of colors can improve your health.

Gout, What Is It?
Gout is one of the most painful forms of arthritis and has been on the rise in recent decades.

Got a Headache? Try this herbal relief.
Check out this natural cure for common headaches.

Easy Ways to Preserve Summer's Bounty
Learn how to enjoy fresh foods all year-long and save money while doing so!

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

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?

Numbingly Cold Conditions Won't End For Spring!
Famers' Almanac Spring Outlook Tired of cold weather? Wondering what spring weather will bring?

Where Have all the Hurricanes Gone?
It's hurricane season but it's been quiet. Is this a good sign of what's to come?

What the Heck is Jicama
There's lots to love about this larger-than life legume!

Tasty Tomato Treats
Nothing taste better than fresh tomatoes recently picked from the garden.

What Causes Leaves to Change Color?
Forget leafing through your old science book. Here's a quick article to explain why leaves change color.

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

Take Our Eggciting Quiz
And learn more about your personality.

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

Cold Spring on Tap for Canada
Winter doesn't seem to want to end. Numbing cold conditions are predicted to continue into spring.

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?

Touchdown! Winning Appetizers for the Big Game
Please any football fan with these great appetizers.

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

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.

Farmers' Almanac Fall Forecast
What does Mother Nature have in store for the coming autumn?

Hush Puppies
This little round ball of fried dough has a unique, and potentially sad, origin.

5 Easy Ways to Add Some SPRING to Your February
Spring fever taking over? Here are five easy ways to help make spring seem a little closer.

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.

Wild Weather Forecasters
Lean how animals can predict the weather. Did you know a cricket can tell you the temperature?

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

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

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

Laughter the Best Medicine of All
The natural healing power of laughter. Richard Lederer shares the importance of laughter in every day life.


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?

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.

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

Top Three Favorite Weather Storms
Ever long for a snowy or rainy day? Find out why bad weather sometimes makes for a good day.

3 Yummy Mother's Day Treats
Looking for a new recipe for Mother's Day? Here are a few favorites from the Farmers' Almanac.

What Color is Your Tea?
Why going green with tea is a good idea. Why is "green" tea so good for you?

Learn How to Prepare Onions
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac A few ways to prepare onions and avoid. Read More

A Pillow Can Ease Your Headache Pain
With this easy-to-make pillow, you can rest your weary head and ease the pain of a headache.

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

Toothache
Want temporary relief from an aching tooth?

Weather Update: When will it Warm up?
Tired of the cool spring weather this year? Check out how this spring has compared to others.

Life, Liberty, and (Iced) Coffee for All!
Submit your Iced Coffee Recipe and Learn Coffee's History Share your best iced coffee recipes with us and learn all about coffee in the U.S.

Back-To-School Breakfast Fun!
Your children will have fun helping make these quick and easy breakfast recipes.

Warm Up with Hearty Fall Soups
Save money and eat well. Soups are a great option for dinners and lunches. Check out fall favorites.

Best Days for Leaf Peeping
Find out peak dates to see fall foliage in your area.

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

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

Extend Your Growing Season
Mini-greenhouses, cold frames, and other ways to grow in cold weather.

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

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

Look! It’s A Full Flower Moon
Learn when and why this month's moon is named the full flower moon.

Beat Motion Sickness Naturally
If vacation season makes you queasy, these tested cures with have you jet-setting in no time!

Foods For Fantastic Complexion
What is the secret to a glowing complexion? It may be the foods you eat.

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

Do Tornadoes Travel Counter Clockwise?
10 facts about tornadoes that you should know.

Secret Health Benefits of Garlic
Eating garlic every day may not only keep the vampires away; it may actually improve your health.

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.

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

Name that Virus!
What are the differences between Cold, Seasonal Flu, and H1N1?

Canada's Frigid Forecast: 2010 Winter Weather
Find out here and now what the Canadian Farmers' Almanac is calling for this winter ahead.

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

Check Us Out!
Farmers' Almanac are comign to a paper, radio station, news show near you.

Putting plastic snakes to work
A few good uses for plastic snakes that may have not crossed your mind. Read More

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

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.

Think Snow is Only for Winter? Think Again!
Spring is here, which means no more snow, right? Not so fast!

Health Benefits of Strawberries
Strawberries not only look like a fruity heart-shaped valentine, they are filled with unusual phytonutrients that love to promote your health.

A Peanut A Day
March is national peanut month. Find out why you should incorporate peanuts into your daily diet.

Perfect Father's Day Foods
Treat dad to a special dinner or lunch. Check out these delicious dad-approved recipes.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for
ICE CREAM! Learn a little history and get a recipe for this favorite treat.

Sauerkraut, it’s not just for hot dogs
There are several creative recipes that can be made with Sauerkraut.

Please Pass the Pie
Postively Palatable Recipes. These unique recipes are sure to be a hit with your Thanksgiving guests.

What are Ember Days?
In the Farmers' Almanac we list dates for Ember Days. Have you ever wondered what these days are?

Preventing Snoring
There are several at home snoring remedies that may restore harmony to your bedroom.

Blanching Basics for Vegetables
You can still keep vegetables and fruits fresh tasting, even if you freeze them. Learn how.

Stevia: A Natural (and Unknown) Sweetener
Stevia is very sweet, has no calories and is easy to grow. Try it.

What is a Bone Spur?
The bone spur problem can be extremely painful and my appear in any location in the body.

How Fall Chores Can Make you Healthier
Fall is a time for raking, splitting wood and more. Find out how these chores can actually be good for you.

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.

Did you take your vitamin-D today?
It’s hard to say enough about the health benefits of vitamin D—check out the great things it can do for your body!

Will it rain for 40 days?
July 15 is St. Swithin's Day. Learn about the lore that suggests if it rains on this day, it will continue for 40 more.

Plant a Healing Garden this Spring
Herbs are great to grow. They're useful, beneficial, and come in handy.

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.

Breakfast That Will Stick To Your Ribs
Try these hearty recipes for your weekend breakfast or brunch.

Why Does Scratching an Itch Feel Good?
From bug bites, to poison ivy, to allergies - why does scratching make these "itches" better?

What to Eat For New Year’s Good Luck
What you eat January 1 could determine the success of your new year.

A Beginner’s Guide to the Stars
Star gazing is fun. Here's a quick guide to help you figure out which star is which.

Fair Trade Gives People a Fair Chance
Find out how your shopping habits can help someone in a developing country.


Fight Allergies Naturally
Ease the sneeze with these allergy-busting home remedies

More Great Reasons to Eat An Apple a Day
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Find out why here.

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

Chinese Food – It’s Not Just for Takeout
What could be better than Chinese takeout? How about homemade Chinese cuisine?

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.

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.

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

No Need for Blanching!
Not every vegetable has to be blanched for freezing. Here are some

Top 10 Ways to Prevent a Cold
An ounce of prevention really is worth a pound of cure.

Sensational Super Bowl Soups and Sandwiches
Football fans will cheer when you serve these great soups and sandwiches.

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

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.

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

Weather Instruments
Here's a quick primer on common weather instruments that may be used to forecast winter temperatures and storms.

Quill Pens Scribed American History
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.

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

Five Favorite Winter Warming Recipes
Cold outside? Warm up with these flavorful recipes.

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.

Favorite Fall Recipes
It's time to cook with pumpkins, squash, apples and more! Check out these tasty recipes.

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?

The Classic Bruise
Black and Blue? Learn why bruises occur and what some natural and easy ways help prevent or minimize bruising.

Learn More About the Big Dipper
Did you know the Big Dipper isn't really a constellation?

How Safe is your Food?
We all hope we're feeding our family safe food, but how can we be sure?

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

6 Tasty Treats for Trick-or-Treaters
Are you haunted by what to serve at your Halloween party? No need to fear--try these ghastly goodies!

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?

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.

What is aloe good for?
Aloe, a popular houseplant, has a long history as a multipurpose folk remedy.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Look for the Ploughman in the Sky
Bootes, or the Ploughman, is one of the easisest to spot, but least well-known constellations.

Frigid 2010 Forecast: How Cold will the Winter Weather Be?
Crazy weather on tap! Here it is! The 2010 Farmers' Almanac official long-range weather outlook.

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

Do the signs point to harsh winter?
Is nature sending us cues about the winter ahead? Find out here.

Banana Peels Can Even Shine Your Shoes
They can do a lot of other things too. Learn more.

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.

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.

What the Heck is Kohlrabi?
Great ways to enjoy this weird-looking, but delicious vegetable.

The Magic of Vanilla
Vanilla is a wonderful flavor. It's used in many recipes, but did you know that it also has many other uses?

Cooking Terminology and Methods
Dredge or dunk? Slice or Julienne? Not everyone knows the difference.

2008-09 Weather Outlook for Canada
Canadian Farmers’ Almanac Releases a Frigid Forecast: "Numbing cold winter on tap!" Find out where.

Baking Soda: The Miracle Worker
Baking soda just may be the original natural cure for many health and home related issues.

Fall Garden Cleanup Checklist
Here’s a basic checklist to use as you put your gardens to bed for the year.

Make Your Own Herbal Vinegar
Easy and Tasty Suggestions Tired of just plain vinegar? Looking for some good reasons to plant herbs? Check out these easy ways to make herbal vinegar.

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

Celebrating Easter Nature's Way
Making natural dye colors out of fruits, vegetables, and other everyday items you can find in your home or garden is both easy and fun.

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

lunar eclipse
Choosing a date for your wedding is a big decision. Check out this old wedding lore rhyme.

6 Weird Uses for the Farmers' Almanac
Think people only consult the Farmers' Almanac for the weather? Think again.

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.

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

Could this winter's weather add to economic woes?
Farmers’ Almanac Releases a Frigid Forecast for 2009 Numbing cold winter - says the Farmers' Almanac. Find out where.

Grow Your Own Bouquets
Learn how to grow your own flowers for beautiful bouquets.

Farmers' Almanac Readers Name Apple Pie as our National Dessert
There are many symbols we use to help represent the US and what we stand for. But what about dessert? In 2001, we asked this very question.

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?

How to get the most out of Yard Sales
It's yard/garage sale season. Lean how to find the best bargains.

Poll Results: Pizza Wins by a Landslide!
You cast your votes, and pizza takes the title of favorite all-American dinner.

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.

Top 4 Folklore Favorites
Winter weather getting you down? Learn how to predict what may be coming next.

Wedding Contest Results?!
Winners, Lore, and More! Farmers' Almanac Worst Wedding Weather Contest voting is over. Learn how our Top Ten campaigned for the most votes, and when the winning couple will be announced.

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

How Do Volcanoes Affect Our Weather?
With all of the debris that volcanoes put in the air and the land, what if anything do these volcanic eruptions do to our weather?

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

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

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.

Top 5 Coldest US Cities
Based on Winter Conditions from 2007-08 Ever wonder where the coldest cities are? Here's a look at some of the coldest places in the US last winter.

A Clothesline Comeback
Want to save money? Think clotheslines. They're making a comeback.

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.

Quick Dinners
Think you don't have time to cook a good dinner? Think again!

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.

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

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

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

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.

Recipes

Gazpacho Soup Recipe
For this Spanish recipe, it is convenient to have a hand mixer with chopping blades, a food processor or a blender. This gazpacho can be garnished with minced vegetables and parsley or a dollop of sour cream.

Paella
This is a wonderful dish from my grandma, Blanche Bianco. It's pretty and you need just one pot.


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

Judys Carrot Cake
I have made this for church suppers. There is hardly any cake left. They always go back for seconds.

Crab Bisque
This creamy bisque is an elegant appetizer before any meal.

Woodcock in Wild Mushroom Sauce Recipe
A fabulous recipe for a hunters wild game catch!

Seaview Crab Cakes
Drizzle with your favorite sauce, and garnish with greens.

Pepper Steak
This recipe would work well with venison steak also.



Farmhouse Chicken Noodle Soup
A soothing comfort food that's great for what ails you.

Boo-berry Coffin Cake
Scare up this cake for all your ghosts and goblins on Halloween. You'll have them shouting "yum" instead of "boo!"

Navy Bean Chowder
This soup will warm you on a chilly day.



Roasted Pumpkin Salad
Eating this salad is a flavorful adventure

White Bread
This will remind you of Grandma's homemade bread, but you'll be making it!





Chocolate Mocha Punch
Having a frosty glass of this chocolate punch is almost like sipping a chocolate shake.

Baked Onion Soup
Bake with a topping of Parmesan cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and slices of French bread.

Asparagus with Lemon Crumb Topping
Looking for a new twist for asparagus? Surprise your guest with this recipe.

Creamy Rice Pudding (Kugel)
Here is a rich, comforting dessert from Eastern Europe. Its flavor comes from chewy raisins and fragrant nutmeg.

Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti
Comforting, easy, and delicious this is a twist from the regular spaghetti dish.


Crabmeat Spinach Quiche
Try this delicious quiche at your next brunch or luncheon.


Corn and Sausage Chowder
Try this hearty one pot meal to stay warm!

Grandma's Corn Chowder
This is a hearty and colorful milk-based chowder with celery, canned corn, and bacon.

Barbecued Spareribs
Sweet and spicy barbecued spareribs with a touch of hot sauce.

Shrimp-Shell Chow Mein
There's nothing plain about this savory combination!

Fancy Potatoes
This looks like a very fancy side dish, but is actually easy to do. Definitely a unique way to serve potatoes.

Salmon Loaf
This recipe is a delicious way to prepare salmon.


Kelle Carter's Sugar Pumpkin Pie
Small Sugar Pumpkin is an heirloom pumpkin dating back to the 1800's. Dependable and easy to grow, it boasts high quality, stringless, thick, sweet flesh that is great for making pies. Organic seeds are available from Seeds of Change at www.seedsofchange.com.

Stick Candy
You have to try this homemade Christmas treat!

Crunchy, Munchy Chicken
This chicken dish is a winner.

Pumpkin Butter
This pumpkin butter is an excellent hostess gift and is a wonderful spread for pumpkin biscuits.

Cream of Fresh Tomato Soup
Once you try this delightful version of tomato soup with the perfume of basil, you'll swear off canned tomato soup for good.


Collard Greens
A dish you must eat on New Years' Day.


Roast Pork Loin
This meal tastes great any time of the year.

Easy Hamburger Pasta Skillet
This Italian penne pasta is sure to please!

Candied Yams
Candied sweet potatoes are especially good with roasted turkey, and this recipe is extra good.


Green Tomato-Pepper Relish
Have an abundance of tomatoes from the garden? Try this recipe.

Vegetable Soup
Vegetable soup is one of the best homemade comfort foods. Try this simple recipe.

Beef Stroganoff
Beef and mushrooms cooked in sour cream and served over noodles, this classic recipe has proved itself time and time again.

Finger-tip Chocolate Tortes
So easy to fix — so sure to please! Start with a loaf pound cake, slice into layers, spread with frosting, slice crosswise — and you have a dainty, pick-up dessert.

American Pizza (Italian Pie)
You can make hot, fresh pizza just like the professionals do!

Cinnamon Glazed Carrots
This cinnamon glazed carrots recipe works well with pork.


Spanish Eggs
This Spanish eggs recipe makes a delicious breakfast. Easy to make, the recipe calls for fresh ingredients to make this entree perfect.

Fruit Glazed Carrots
Serve these flavorful carrots at your next meal.

Cider Vinegar BBQ Sauce Recipe
This hand-crafted barbecue sauce recipe is is a snap to whip up.


Easy Fried Rice
A fried rice that you can enjoy plain or loaded with your favorite veggies or meat.


Polenta
Polenta is just cornmeal. It was something my mother made often. She made it instead of potatoes, and it was incredibly delicious. It is a dish that was quite common in Florence, her native region of Italy.

Tangy BBQ Sauce Recipe
This simple recipe has 9 ingredients and only takes 10 minutes!


Chocolate Chocolate Cake
This is the richest chocolate cake around.

Easy Fudge Brownies
These brownies will satisfy the sweet tooth and have you coming back for more.



Tomato Meat Sauce
This is the basic tomato meat sauce that does not require making meatballs.

Kettle Corn
Here’s an old-fashioned favorite snack to munch on while watching a movie or curling up in front of the fireplace. Enjoy!

Jambalaya
Enjoy this spicy Cajun favorite.

Zucchini Fritters
Here's a tasty treat that's even better with grated cheese incorporated before frying.

Brunswick Stew
The aromatic signals that broadcast from a slow simmering Brunswick stew brings everyone into the kitchen anxious for a taste.




Butternut Squash and Roasted Garlic Soup
The soup is a lovely addition to any meal.


Baked Potato Soup
A loaded baked potato soup recipe, this soup incorporates baking potatoes, bacon, cheese, sour cream, and other vegetables and seasonings.

Poached Salmon Steaks With Egg Sauce And Peas
Poached salmon with a rich egg sauce makes a lovely light lunch!

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

Chinese Pork with Peppers
Perfect for having friends over, prepare ahead for less stress.

Teriyaki Beef & Veggies
Try this delicious stir-fry.


Easy Pumpkin Pie
A tasty holiday tradition made easy.

String Beans Marinara
A mouth watering dish Italian Style is delicious as is, but you can easily add other vegetables!

Mississippi Mud Pie
This sweet treat is sure to please!

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

Creamed Spinach
Creamed spinach is highly nutritious and complements a multitude of entrées.

Pork Medallions with Pear-Cranberry Sauce
Sliced pork cooks faster than a whole tenderloin, and this pear-cranberry sauce not only has wonderful flavor, but it's also quick and easy.


Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Try making this simple and sweet recipe for your Valentine!

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

Crab Pate
Delicious starter served with hot brown toast or great for a typical days lunch

Hershey's Chocolate Fudge Icing
Try this rich frosting to top off a delicious Hershey's Chocolate Fudge Cake.


Hawaiian Sundae
Try this tasty dessert that's easy to make.

Cream of Asparagus Soup
A cream of asparagus soup with asparagus and milk, along with butter and seasonings.

Chilled Ruby Red Cider
A cool refreshing way to enjoy the season's apple cider.




Baked Apple and Carrot Slices
This side dish is great served with pork, ham, or sausages.


Summer Bar-B-Q Chicken Recipe
This chicken recipe is easy and delicious.

Chicken and Fruit Salad
This salad can be varied with the seasons. In summer use your favorite type of fruit!

Grilled Lobster
Start your warm summer days with this simple dish

Summertime Ice Cream Special
This refreshing summer drink will cool you down.

Yogurt Pie
Summer is here, and it is time for the easiest, most delicious, low-fat dessert!

Marinated Bean Salad
This is a healthy, fresh tasting salad that will give you an easy way to enjoy the many nutritional benefits of beans.

Spinach Pie
This is one pie you won't feel guilty about eating! A sumptuous and healthy blend of spinach, eggs, and cheese.

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Don't throw away those seeds! They can be turned into a tasty, healthy snack.

Mexican Cornbread
This cornbread is moist and tasty with just a hint of heat!

Hot Cakes A La Henry
Cook over low to medium heat for two minutes, or until hotcakes have golden undersides.

Videos

1-1/2 HP Perkins gas engine
1-1/2 HP Perkins owned by Ralph Harmon, Dallastown, PA; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.

2 HP Domestic mud pump
2 HP Domestic mud pump restored by Bill Klein, Sandy Lake, PA; Shown at Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA, June 19-21, 2008.

4 HP Rockford gas engine
4 HP Rockford gas engine, owned by David Ford, VA; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.

1909 2 HP Challenge gas engine
1909 2 HP Challenge owned by Steve Barr, Downers Grove, IL; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.

1910 3 HP Perkins gas engine
1910 3 HP Perkins owned by Glenn Karch, Haubstadt, IN; Shown at Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA, June 19-21, 2008.

Early 1900s 10 HP Evans gas engine
Early 1900s 10 HP Evans owned by Phil and Corrine St. Jean, Coventry, RI; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.

2-Cylinder Springfield model
2-cylinder Springfield scale model built by Wayne Grenning, Lockport, NY; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.

1906 6 HP Massey-Harris gas engine
1906 6 HP Massey-Harris owned by David Ford, VA; Shown at 2008 Coolspring Summer Expo, Coolspring, PA.

Products

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

Hanging Basket Plant Care Tips
August 2, 2006 8:05 AM


Staying warm on the cheap
January 21, 2009 12:19 PM

Warming Spices
February 1, 2006 2:33 PM

Indian Summer
October 3, 2006 10:46 AM


Best Weather Cities - A Dispute
August 3, 2009 9:09 AM

Potted Easter Lily Care
April 12, 2006 7:59 AM

Hummingbird Nectar & Feeder Tips
July 10, 2006 9:15 AM

Indian Summer
September 28, 2007 5:41 AM

Summer Survival Tips
April 28, 2008 12:59 PM


Keeping Warm Economically
December 2, 2005 1:22 AM

The 10 Best Weather Cities
October 5, 2006 1:47 PM

Weird Summer Weather
July 25, 2008 12:41 PM



Working It Out
August 14, 2009 4:56 PM



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


Fall Lawn Care
September 22, 2005 9:03 AM

Recycling Tips for the Kitchen
August 24, 2005 8:50 AM

Dog Days of Summer
July 31, 2009 9:29 AM

Egg Cooking Tips
August 7, 2006 1:05 PM

Cut Flower Care
February 15, 2006 1:47 PM


The Weather in Idaho
February 8, 2007 12:02 PM


Best Summer Tips
May 13, 2008 3:18 PM

New Year Resolutions
January 2, 2008 9:54 AM

May Changes Everything
May 14, 2008 2:19 PM

Butterfly Garden
July 19, 2006 7:56 AM

Tips for Weeding
June 19, 2007 10:55 AM

Flower and Plant Exchange
May 8, 2006 7:23 AM


Ergonomic Garden Tools and Tips
July 7, 2005 5:31 PM

Rose Gardening Tips
May 22, 2006 10:26 AM

Living to be Really, Really Old
April 21, 2008 10:00 AM

Putting Your Garden to Bed!
December 7, 2005 11:36 AM

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

Selecting and Storing Melons
August 9, 2006 10:50 AM

Summer Mulching Time
July 11, 2006 10:43 AM

Sweet and yet healthy
May 8, 2007 3:16 PM


All About Frost
September 27, 2006 7:49 AM

Make Moving Easier on Yourself
July 18, 2005 10:19 AM


Those Darn Ants
July 28, 2008 2:55 PM

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

Apple A Day
October 8, 2008 12:02 PM


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


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


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


Labor Day
August 30, 2008 11:52 AM

Famous President Quotes
September 28, 2005 9:09 AM

Where is the Winter Weather?
October 22, 2007 11:17 AM


How to Make Beeswax Candles
March 6, 2006 5:28 PM






Energy Efficiencies - 4 Ideas
July 31, 2008 4:50 PM

Flood Safety Tips
April 26, 2007 9:19 AM

October Fun
October 11, 2007 10:35 AM


Holy Hurricane Season
June 2, 2008 1:00 PM

Fresh, Safe & Affordable Food
March 18, 2009 4:56 PM


Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM

Gardening Made easy
March 17, 2009 3:25 PM

Hurricane Survival
August 21, 2007 9:59 AM


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

Frostbite Symptoms and Prevention
February 6, 2007 10:10 AM

In Anticipation of Summer
March 16, 2009 8:44 AM

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

Safe Swimming Tips
May 29, 2006 9:08 AM

Itching for Blackberries
July 13, 2005 4:53 PM

Drink Hot Green Tea to Good Health
January 16, 2006 12:30 PM

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

An Ant Invasion
April 1, 2008 11:52 AM

My Guide To Surviving Mosquitoes
June 15, 2009 2:51 PM

Do you have Wild Neighbors?
April 20, 2009 11:09 AM


Controlling Food Costs
June 10, 2008 3:16 PM



Weed Proof Your Garden
June 9, 2008 10:08 AM

Dull Fall Foliage - the Climate?
October 23, 2007 7:02 AM

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

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

Getting Started on the Farm
May 15, 2009 8:00 AM

Cold Weather Leaving You Dry?
January 2, 2008 9:19 PM

Crippling Ice Storm
January 28, 2009 4:56 PM

Tips for Driving Safely in Heavy Rain
November 28, 2006 10:07 AM

Tick Alert
July 21, 2008 9:45 AM

Poinsettia Plants
December 5, 2007 11:56 AM

Fresh From the Garden Cooking
July 29, 2005 2:48 PM

Living Life Better
June 25, 2008 2:03 PM

Strawberry Stats
March 31, 2006 8:34 AM


Signs of Rain
August 17, 2005 11:35 AM


Best Weather State for Gardening
April 24, 2009 11:13 AM

Breathe Clean Air
November 17, 2006 7:02 AM

Specialty Ice Cream Pies
August 16, 2006 7:55 AM



I Don’t Hate Radishes!
May 21, 2009 2:22 PM


Farm Aid Blog Post #2
September 30, 2006 12:20 PM

Watermelon Hog
August 4, 2006 7:47 AM

Healthy Uses for Lemons
August 14, 2006 12:07 PM


It’s Ok to be Bored!
July 15, 2008 12:26 PM

Heating With Wood
July 22, 2008 1:16 PM

Beets Again?
June 18, 2009 11:00 AM

Surviving The Cold
January 14, 2009 2:18 PM

Removing Wax From Carpet
April 19, 2006 7:58 PM

A Cow’s Best Friend?!
April 3, 2008 4:06 PM



Keeping Mosquitoes at Bay
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM

Go to Sleep - Naturally
August 1, 2006 9:17 AM

Tornado Survival Tips
May 6, 2008 10:07 PM

Farmers’ Almanac and Current Topics
September 17, 2007 10:36 AM

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

The Importance of Indoor Air Quality
August 21, 2008 9:47 AM

Cooking With Zests of Citrus
December 26, 2005 2:16 PM

Abe Lincoln Day
August 22, 2007 10:30 AM

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

Have it your way.
September 30, 2008 4:01 PM


2007 Hurricane Season
June 1, 2007 8:53 AM

Vacation Planning Made Easy
February 25, 2008 12:20 PM

Winter Wild Bird Care
February 22, 2006 8:36 AM

Spring Forward
March 7, 2008 11:10 AM

Why is Ice Slippery?
January 15, 2008 6:25 PM

Hearts from the Hearth
February 10, 2006 8:28 AM

Gardener’s Soap Recipe
June 21, 2006 8:04 AM


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

Water
October 19, 2007 9:49 AM

Time to Think Locally
March 26, 2008 10:22 AM

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



Spring at last
March 20, 2008 11:57 AM


The Big Freeze and Pipes
January 15, 2009 11:42 AM

Favorite Vegetables to Grow
May 15, 2008 2:39 PM


Baby Steps
April 22, 2009 9:48 AM

20 Ways to Save Gas $$
June 30, 2008 8:16 AM

Tummy Ache Tea to the Rescue
November 9, 2005 10:01 AM

Sea Gulls - The Dirty Secret
July 30, 2009 4:28 PM

Harvesting and Drying Herbs
October 4, 2005 9:12 AM


Get Organized on a Budget
October 2, 2005 10:22 PM

Tips for a Safe Garage
May 17, 2006 12:54 PM

Perseid Meteor Showers
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM

Hate Broccoli? You'll Love This
August 1, 2008 12:03 PM

Blizzard Survival Tips
December 1, 2006 7:07 AM


Playing It Safe - Lightning
June 23, 2008 9:49 AM

Be A Nature Detective
January 17, 2008 11:32 AM


Good Weeding
July 8, 2009 8:49 AM

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


Trapped In Your Car
January 22, 2009 12:24 PM

For Goodness Scapes
July 1, 2009 10:01 AM

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

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

Maps for Foliage
September 10, 2008 4:51 PM

Twister Survival
February 7, 2008 1:03 PM

Wood Burning and other comments
January 8, 2009 3:30 PM



Hurricane Season is Cranking Up
June 1, 2009 3:14 PM


What's in a name?
August 28, 2008 4:32 PM

An Escape from the Noise
August 31, 2007 9:44 AM

Going Green to Save Green
August 7, 2008 1:48 PM


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

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

Blog Action Day
October 15, 2007 4:45 PM

DayLight Saving Time
March 6, 2009 4:42 PM

The Latest from The Farm
January 31, 2006 10:57 AM


Planting a Strawberry Pyramid
March 29, 2006 4:30 PM


Rainbows
July 2, 2008 3:13 PM

One of the Great Interviews
August 27, 2008 2:51 PM

Stinging Caterpillars
August 11, 2006 10:04 AM

Cold, Ice, Snow, Oh My!
December 16, 2006 7:09 AM

New Season for Farmers’ Almanac TV
January 3, 2007 10:51 AM

25 Random Things
February 17, 2009 1:47 PM

Christmas In July
July 17, 2008 2:49 PM

Winter Weather Observers
September 22, 2008 10:05 AM

Joyful Frugality
May 22, 2009 9:10 AM


Ice Storms
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM

The 10 Worst Weather Cities
October 6, 2006 6:20 AM

Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM


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

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

Healing Power of Marigold
July 29, 2008 2:52 PM

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

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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...

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...

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...

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

The Seasons
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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...

Farmers' Almanac Weather Outlook for Alaska
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Weather Glossary
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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,...

On The Money
Major Weather Events Accurately Predicted by the Farmers’ Almanac... Photo Courtesy of NOAA  • In 2009, the Farmers’ Almanac predicted an exceptionally cold winter and a cool, wet spring...

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...

What’s inside the 2009 Farmers’ Almanac? Take a peek…
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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...

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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...

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

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...

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...