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First Solar Eclipse in 2 Years!
This Friday, August 1, 2008 There will be a total eclipse of the sun this Friday. Find out more from Farmers' Almanac experts.

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!

What is an Annular Eclipse of the Sun?
You've heard of a solar and perhaps a lunar eclipse, but what is an annular eclipse?

Pole Vaulting to a Solar Eclipse
First-hand account from Farmers' Almanac Astronomer. Imagine flying in a plane to chase a solar eclipse. That's what Joe Rao our astronomer did. Here's his eclipse review.

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?

March Snow?!
When will this winter end! Spring is right around the corner, but March is a crazy month. Remember the blizzard of 1993?

Farmers’ Almanac Hurricane Update: 9 Named Storms Likely!
Tropical storm activity is picking up. Find out what the Farmers' Almanac is predicting here.

Memorable Thanksgiving Weather
The first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 was blessed with pleasant weather. But since then, other Thanksgiving holidays have not always enjoyed such fair conditions.

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 did an Almanac Save Christopher Columbus?!
Christopher Columbus once used an Almanac and an eclipse to save him and his crew. Find out how.

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 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?

Leading The Way In Improving Ozone Protection
Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive gas composed of three oxygen atoms. Depending on where it is in the atmosphere, ozone affects life on Earth in either good or bad ways.

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.

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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.

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.

Products

Vineyard cart end table
The original crates were open at the top for easy loading and unloading. To make our tables user-friendly we have added a split top that opens in halves from the middle to reveal ample storage.Made from Recycled wine barrels. ...

Vineyard Cart Coffee Table
This unique table was designed and patterned after antique grape carts used in the vineyards of Europe. The original crates were open at the top for easy loading and unloading. To make our tables user-friendly we have added a split...

Jellyfish Squish
All those who enjoy saltwater activities risk being stung by the many different types of jellyfish that inhabit all oceans. Their sting has been described as a painful burn that lasts three hours or more, and then leaves itching...

Weather Chatter

Total Eclipse of the Moon
February 11, 2008 1:32 PM

Buried Head First - A Matter of Survival
February 22, 2008 10:36 AM

Spectacular Night Sky
February 20, 2008 8:41 AM

An Inch of Rain Equals
December 4, 2007 11:14 AM

The True Blue Moon
November 27, 2007 4:24 PM

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

Blog

Famous American Farming Quotes
September 5, 2005 10:35 PM


Thanksgiving Weather
November 8, 2006 10:07 AM


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

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2006-2007 Weather Outlook for the U.S.
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