National Egg Day, growing mint, when summer starts

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Monday, June 3, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( June brings tulips, lilies, roses, Fills the children's hands with posies. –Sara Coleridge (1802–52) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [17 days until summer begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View the Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To color hair cut hair to discourage growth harvest belowground crops [Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity.]( Question of the Day Should I store coffee beans in the freezer to keep them fresh? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day The lamb trots about by a creature whose name read backward or forward is always the same. – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Order your 2024 Garden Guide today! (title)]( [Order your 2024 Garden Guide today!]( 128 inspiring pages on vegetables, flowers, herbs, houseplants; also recipes, DIY projects, and more! [LEARN MORE]( [Egg-citing Egg Facts and Folklore (image)]( [Egg-citing Egg Facts and Folklore]( To put it simply: There is nothing quite like the incredible, edible egg! Eggs are surrounded by more symbolism, myths, and old wives’ tales than any other everyday food. Here are some surprising facts about eggs. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [2025 Almanac calendars pre-orders are here! (title)]( [2025 Almanac calendars pre-orders are here!]( All of our reader favorites are back with brand-new artwork and photography. Order your 2025 Almanac calendar today! [LEARN MORE]( [7 Favorite Egg Recipes (image)]( [7 Favorite Egg Recipes]( Eating eggs is an inexpensive way to get more protein, vitamins, and minerals into your diet. Eggs are not just for breakfast; try these tasty egg dishes at any time of the day and incorporate them into your weekly meal plan. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Keep the weeds out! (title)]( [Keep the weeds out!]( You can protect and nourish your garden with The Old Farmer’s Almanac Weed Barrier. It’s designed to keep the weeds out while feeding your plants during the growing season. Not to mention, the paper is biodegradable so you don’t have to worry about digging it up! [LEARN MORE]( [How to Grow Mint Plants: The Complete Guide (image)]( [How to Grow Mint Plants: The Complete Guide]( Mint practically grows itself! This herb adds flavor to foods and tea and is also useful for aiding digestion. All you need to do is confine mint to keep it from spreading. See tips on planting, growing, controlling, and harvesting mint. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Embroidered Baseball Caps are HERE! (title)]( [Embroidered Baseball Caps are HERE!]( Our new collection of embroidered baseball caps features garden-inspired designs on the front and a cheerful sentiment on the back. They’re a stylish choice for your morning walk or a trip to the farmer’s market! [LEARN MORE]( [12 Uses for Mint Leaves, for Health and Home (image)]( [12 Uses for Mint Leaves, for Health and Home]( How do you use extra mint leaves? Here are 12 marvelous uses for mint around the home and garden—from culinary and medicinal uses to mouthwash to bug repellent! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Great additions to your morning routine! (title)]( [Great additions to your morning routine!]( Find your new favorite mug at the Old Farmer’s Store! We offer a wide selection featuring botanic designs for gardeners, birders, and fans of the outdoors! [LEARN MORE]( [Next Full Moon (image)]( [Next Full Moon]( When is the next full Moon? Check our Full Moon Calendar for the U.S. and Canada. Find Full Moon dates and times—customized to YOUR location. [READ MORE]( ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, [share with a friend]( ☜ [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [Shop The Old Farmer's Store]( [SMSbanner_blue]( [Get The Old Farmer’s Almanac Daily Update for Amazon Echo]( “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” Did a friend forward you the briefing? You can [sign up here](. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a [copy of The Old Farmer’s Almanac](. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [Visit Almanac.com]( [Shop Our Store]( You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please [click here to manage preferences](. Is Daily too much? [Switch to weekly](! *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © 2024 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](