Top Six Favorite July Things To Do
July is a fun time for many things. Check out our top six picks here.

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

8 Things to do on Thanksgiving Besides Watch Football
The meal is complete, the dishes are done and it’s time to be with family and friends. Now what?

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.

What the Hail?
Learn more about thunderstorms and hail. Inside a thunderstorm, there are many crazy things - updrafts, winds, ice. Find out more about hail and thunderstorms.

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?

Creating a Community Garden
Creating a community garden is a fun way to get to know your neighbors. Here are a few things you may want to think about before you dig.

Dear Santa Claus

Simple Pleasures for the Whole Family
Take time this winter to slow down and enjoy some down time! Here are some simple pleasures all of you can enjoy.

Sick of Winter?
Warm up your home décor. Find out how to warm up your winter blues with some easy home decorating tips.

10 Ways to Bring Your Family Closer Together
Here are some tried and true activities that will put smiles on your kids’ faces because they get to have fun with their parents!

What Causes Frost?
And wy can't you see any during the day? Frost ...it's that time of year when it happens. But did you ever wonder what causes frost?

Tips to reduce and avoid Holiday Stress
Holidays can be busy and stressful enough. Here are some tips for relaxing and enjoying the holidays without overextending ourselves.

The Many Helpful Uses of Baking Soda
Baking soda can help clean your dishes, fruits and vegetables, as well as help out with other household chores.

Ever Wonder Why We Say . . .

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.

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

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.

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

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.

4 Ways to Make Winter More Fun
Cabin fever taking over your home? Check out out top 4 ways to make winter more fun.

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.

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

Don't Let Your Financial Guard Down During Retirement
Even if you spent your whole life saving for retirement, you need to keep a watchful eye on your assets after you retire.

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.

Armstrong and Aldrin: The Eagle Has Landed
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." Read first-hand accounts of this famous trip to the moon.

Easy Ways to Help the Earth

Zap Those Cold Symptoms
With These Zinc-Filled Foods Zap those cold symptoms with some Zinc-filled foods. Find out how and why.

Easy Ways to Compost
Don't throw it away! Compost it! It's better for the environment and for your gardens.

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.

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?

Flatulence
You can stop suffering in silence by learning the cause and making changes in your diet.

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

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.

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

Why butter's better!
For many years, a major rift has divided this country. No, not urban versus rural, or even Democrat versus Republican. This split is the ongoing clash between-- butter and margarine . . .

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.

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

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.

An Early St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.

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

Credit Card Blues
Before you skip a monthly payment or shop around for a new credit card, you may want to take this advice to heart.

Did the Calendar Manufacturers Make a Mistake?
Why does February have 29 days this year? Ever wonder "why" we have leap day every four years?

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?

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Is There Life On Mars?
You've heard of the "man on the moon" but what about "man on mars?" Read about the idea of a man on mars here.

Lightning Kills, Play it Safe
There's nothing fun about being struck. Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Have a safe, enjoyable summer. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.

Why is Good Service so Hard to Schedule?
Sick of waiting on the repair man? So are we! Demand the good service that you deserve.

Accumulator of Things: Ken Brecher
Ken Brecher is an obsessive collector and a lifetime hoarder. His "Empire of Objects" tells a compelling story.

Summer on the Farm Vol. 1
Are you looking for the perfect gift for any child? Well, you're in the right place because this video will entertain as well as educate any child as they watch it over and over again. This is one the entire...

Cone-I-Vore
CONE-I-VORE®, now there is finally a tool for picking up pinecones and much, much more!CONEIVORE® allows you to pick up many things quickly and easily without bending over.The Coneivore holds about 18 to 20 cones, and is able to pick...

Farm-opoly
FARM-OPOLY, a down on the farm property trading game! Here's a property tradin' game for farmers or those who just think farmin' is cool! It's life down on the farm where players increase their profits by collecting acres...

American Almanacs: A Living History DVD and VHS
American Almanacs: A Living History. If you are interested in the science behind predictions and in learning how you too can predict things -- this groundbreaking program is for you! Breathtaking photography, beautiful scenery and rare historical images escort...

The Meaning of G R E E N
August 11, 2008 11:48 PM

Farmers’ Almanac Top Recycling Ideas (beyond paper)
May 27, 2008 12:18 AM

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

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

Thinking Green Can Add Green to Your Wallet
January 25, 2008 12:11 AM

Greenwashing Works for Chemical Giant Clorox Thanks to Sierra Club Sell Out
July 8, 2008 12:53 PM

Does that come in Green? Greener Home Improvement Tips
August 21, 2008 9:48 AM

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

Wild March Weather - Scamming the Elderly
March 10, 2008 12:36 PM

April Full Moon
April 17, 2008 6:18 PM

Energy Saving Ideas
April 9, 2008 11:20 AM

A "Storm of the Century" in Colorado?
March 8, 2007 8:15 AM

Hurricanes
September 2, 2008 3:00 PM

Water
October 19, 2007 9:49 AM

Does the warm winter really mean something?
January 8, 2007 11:02 AM

Growing Out of Poverty
October 15, 2008 9:39 AM

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

Honey, My Snowblower is Clogged
January 3, 2008 3:58 PM

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

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

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

Getting Rid Of A Smart Mouse Or Man Against Beast
June 19, 2008 5:17 PM

2009 Farmers' Almanac - 4 Days and Counting
August 21, 2008 11:37 AM

Tick Alert
July 21, 2008 9:45 AM

Caterpillars and a Rough Winter
October 2, 2007 12:07 PM

Controlling Food Costs
June 10, 2008 3:16 PM

The Agony of Defeat
October 13, 2008 3:32 PM

Gift Cards For The Holidays
November 18, 2008 6:13 PM

North Star
November 8, 2007 10:54 AM

Squalls in Southern California
November 7, 2007 12:12 PM

Blog Action Day
October 15, 2007 4:45 PM

Living Life Better
June 25, 2008 2:03 PM

Rainbows
July 2, 2008 3:13 PM

Ten of the Worst Tornadoes
February 8, 2008 10:25 AM

Financial Crisis - Suggestions to Save
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM

Ice Storms
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM

November is the New December
November 7, 2008 2:07 PM

Share Your Tips and Ways of Helping Others
September 12, 2005 8:38 AM

The “Joys?” of Country Living.
November 11, 2008 4:48 PM

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

Use the Signs for Best Days
June 15, 2007 6:42 AM

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

The Many Colors of Nature
January 18, 2008 10:14 AM

Autumn is a Season We Love
October 3, 2005 8:22 AM

Tips and ideas to get organized in 10 minutes
October 2, 2005 10:21 PM

Famous First Lady Quotes
September 29, 2005 12:20 AM

Front Page News
September 11, 2007 5:02 PM

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

Farmers' Almanac Trivia - Why are barns painted red?
September 16, 2008 4:35 PM

Eat your Collard Greens this New Year's Day
December 29, 2006 4:48 PM

The National Show
April 12, 2006 8:58 PM

Recycle, Re-use, Be an Earth Citizen!
July 15, 2005 2:39 PM

Do Not Open Until February 29, 2008
February 28, 2008 8:41 PM

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

Fall Lawn Care
September 22, 2005 9:03 AM

Warming Spices
February 1, 2006 2:33 PM

Keeping Peter Rabbit Out of the Garden
August 9, 2005 10:19 AM

Thanksgiving Traditions
November 16, 2007 2:47 PM

Cooking Outside the Bread Box
September 5, 2005 10:28 PM

Meetings with Remarkable Trees
July 8, 2005 4:45 PM

Space Shuttle Atlantis and Best Days
June 20, 2007 7:40 AM

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

The Snow "Dance"
January 15, 2008 10:13 AM

Gift Mitts – All Through the House & Garden
December 19, 2005 1:10 AM

De-Allergizing Your Home: A Room-by-Room Guide
July 31, 2005 8:44 PM

Fact or Myth? The truth about snails.
June 22, 2006 3:37 PM

Keeping Warm Economically
December 2, 2005 1:22 AM

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

On the Road with Farmers' Almanac TV
October 20, 2006 2:59 PM

Daylight Saving Time (and other debates throughout the years)
September 12, 2006 9:12 AM

Top Ten Hurricane Tips - What to Do, How to Prepare
September 13, 2005 3:24 PM

From the Producer: Season 2 of Farmers' Almanac TV
January 12, 2007 11:01 AM

13 Ways to Improve Your Luck this Friday the 13th
June 9, 2008 1:36 AM

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

Easy Ways You Can Make A Difference
Little Things Add Up. Here are some asy ways to help preserve the earth from the Farmers’ Almanac. Recycle those plastic bags you get from the produce department at your local store. To keep them neat and easy to find, make...

Garden Girl - Patti Moreno
Patricia Moreno, the Garden Girl, was born in raised in New York City. She grew up in Spanish Harlem on Manhattan and was educated at Nightingale-Bamford School for girls. Her path to Urban Sustainable Living began in the mid 1990's,...

Welcome to the NEW FarmersAlmanac.com
We've been very busy at Farmers' Almanac and Farmers' Almanac TV working on a new site that provides you with a more weather, wisdom, video, recipes, and more! Check out our new enhanced features: One-Stop Weather Site:Our new site is...

Sandi Duncan, Philom., Managing Editor of the Farmers' Almanac
If only Sandi Duncan could remember all of the interesting bits of trivia she’s learned throughout her years of editing the Farmers’ Almanac, she’d be able to make a fortune on the television quiz show circuit and retire comfortably. Luckily...

What’s inside the 2009 Farmers’ Almanac? Take a peek…
Numb’s the Word: Find out where the Farmers’ Almanac is forecasting a “numbing” winter. Learn how cold it will be, how much snow you can expect and where the best spots for winter warmth will be. (Page 114) Natural Cures...

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,...

Farmers' Almanac History
Founded in 1818, the Farmers’ Almanac’s timeless appeal has spanned three centuries, offering readers a trademark blend of long-range weather predictions, humor, fun facts, and valuable advice on gardening, cooking, fishing, conservation, and much more. The Farmers’...

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...

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...