Last year, a rare “double brood” of cicadas emerged for the first time in 200 years. But how about this year? When are cicadas coming back? Will one or two broods emerge, and what does this mean for your gardens? How many US states will be affected, and, most importantly, how can you minimize the

Quick Reference: October at a Glance Month number: 10th month, 31 days Birthstones: opal (traditional), pink tourmaline (modern) Birth flowers: marigold and cosmos Zodiac: Libra (Sept 23 – Oct 22), Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21) Bird: vulture Herbs: dill (Libra), catnip (Scorpio) Birth tree (Celtic): rowan (until Oct 27), hazel (from Oct 28) Full

April At A Glance Birthstone: Diamond, symbol of clarity, strength, and lasting love. Birth Flowers: Daisy (innocence) and Sweet Pea (gratitude, gentle goodbyes). Zodiac Signs: Aries (March 21 to April 19) and Taurus (April 20 to May 20). Birth Tree: Poplar (early April) and Willow (later April), in Celtic tree lore. Birth Month Bird: Duck.

Many news outlets are talking about the trillions of cicadas due to emerge in April 2024, a rare “double brood” event that hasn’t happened in two hundred years. But what does this mean for your gardens, how many US states will be affected, and, most importantly, how can you minimize the deafening noise that these

Quick Reference: March Birth Month at a Glance Birthstones: Aquamarine and bloodstone Birth flower: Daffodil (also called jonquil or Lent lily) Birth tree (Celtic): Alder for births early in the month, hazel for the close of March Zodiac signs: Pisces (February 19 to March 20) and Aries (March 21 to April 19) Bird of the

As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s time to celebrate the incredible women who fill our lives with love, adventure, and boundless energy! This year, Farmers’ Almanac pays tribute to the Outdoor Mom who finds enjoyment, relaxation, and inspiration in nature. Whether she’s casting a line, tending to her garden, marveling at the nights sky, or entertaining friends in her backyard

January is named for Janus, the Roman god of doorways, who looked backward and forward at the same time. Fitting, then, that the first month of the year comes packed with symbols meant to mark new beginnings: a deep red garnet, a long-lasting carnation, the howl of the Full Wolf Moon, and two stubbornly opposite

There’s something magical about heading outside to look up at the night sky. From spotting shooting stars to identifying the Big Dipper, stargazing is wonderful way to learn about astronomy. Whether you’re an avid or backyard astronomer, you might find our Starry, Starry Night gift picks useful in making your night of stargazing even more

Ever experienced a UFO sighting? New information about unidentified flying objects or unidentified arial phenomena (UAPs) may be making you wonder! But before you call the local authorities be sure to review the list below and put your mind at ease! Bright planets, strange clouds, and aircraft lights can look otherworldly at times! As it