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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?

Test Your Patriotic Knowledge
Fourth of July Fun See how much you really know about some patriotic symbols.

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.

Wreaths are More than Just Decorations
Wreaths have been used as war symbols, as well as house identifiers. Learn more about wreaths and how to decorate with them.

How did America get an Uncle Sam?
Ever wonder how and why "Uncle Sam" became a symbol for the USA?

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

Persimmon Seeds Widen the Lead: Cold Winter Predicted to Win
The race is on! Which will it be - a cold or mild winter?

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

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

Blog

Where did the Easter Bunny come from?
April 10, 2009 11:41 AM

Winter Indicator
November 5, 2007 11:52 AM

And We’re Off!
August 31, 2009 10:51 AM

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

Winter and the Persimmon Seed
October 12, 2009 12:58 PM