Veterans Day, all about owls, ringed planet

[View Web Version]( [WEATHER]( [ASTRONOMY]( [GARDENING]( [CALENDAR]( [FOOD]( [ADVICE]( [STORE]( [hoar frost on leaves] The hoar-frost gathered, o'er each leaf and spray Weaving its filmy network; thin and bright. –Sarah Helen Whitman (1803–78) [Wednesday, November 8, 2017]( 312th day of the year [Winter begins in 43 days]( Parker Posey (actress) was born on this day in 1968. Bil Keane (cartoonist; creator of comic strip Family Circus) died on this day in 2011. Question of the Day What's the difference between a snow shower and a snow flurry? [Answer]( [Order the 2018 Almanac, Get 3 FREE Gifts!]( [Fascinating Facts About Owls (image)]( Why We Love Owls [Fascinating Facts About Owls]( Henry David Thoreau once observed, “I rejoice that there are owls.” Most people became attracted to owls at an early age and they are often the first bird recognized by young children. Any grandparent can recall being delighted by the “hoo,hoo” coming from a grandchild. Why are owls so fascinating? [READ MORE]( [Feed Sack Pillows]( Couch pillows that look like vintage feed sacks. Choose from many different designs. Perfect for a country-themed home. [LEARN MORE]( [Saturn, the Real Lord of the Rings (image)]( The Ringed Planet [Saturn, the Real Lord of the Rings]( Saturn, the sixth planet from the Sun, is named for the Roman god of agriculture. [READ MORE]( [Screaming Eagle Garden Stake]( Features a bright and bold patriotic eagle that was made in the USA. Powder-coated metal for durability and rust resistance. [LEARN MORE]( [Repotting Agapanthus (image)]( The African Lily [Repotting Agapanthus]( Several years ago I was given a potted agapanthus or African lily. After waiting all summer for my agapanthus to bloom I had to finally admit that maybe it was time to repot it. [READ MORE]( [Glass Sun Catchers]( Choose from a large selection of designs, colors, and sizes. Made in the USA. [LEARN MORE]( [When is Veterans Day 2017? (image)]( Veteran's Day [When is Veterans Day 2017?]( Veterans Day always falls on November 11. Learn the true meaning of Veterans Day and its important history. [READ MORE]( [Butterfly Wall Art Set]( Set of 3 indoor/outdoor wall art pieces. Made in the USA and powder-coated for maximum rust resistance. Each large butterfly features a deep reflective finish. [LEARN MORE]( [Mother's Old-Fashioned Homemade Chicken and Dumplings (image)]( Chicken and Dumplings! [Mother's Old-Fashioned Homemade Chicken and Dumplings]( Shirley Wollard Woodlock of Texas learned to make chicken and dumplings while watching her mother, Jennie Wollard Nunn. “Hers were made to perfection,” recalls Shirley. [READ MORE]( [Balsam Fir Pillows]( Balsam Fir Pillows are traditionally given as a sign of friendship and it’s easy to see why! The pleasant smell of balsam fir will last for years and there are many designs to choose from that will complement your sofa. [LEARN MORE]( QUICK CLICKS - [7-Day Forecast]( - [2-Month Forecast]( - [Moon Phase Calendar]( - [Best Days—Astrological Timetable]( [WEATHER]( [ASTRONOMY]( [GARDENING]( [CALENDAR]( [FOOD]( [ADVICE]( [STORE]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [pinterest]( [Instagram]( [Google Plus]( New to this newsletter? It’s free! [Sign up here.]( You are receiving this e-mail message because you subscribed at our Web site: Almanac.com If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please [click here to unsubscribe](. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* [Visit our Web site Help page]( to report corrections or inquire about your online account, products, editorial, and technical issues. For reprinting and reuse, see our [Terms of Use](. © 2017 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.