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Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Saturday, August 31, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( Let no one consider a little cheer As waste of butter, beef, and beer. —The Old Farmer's Almanac, 1802 [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today!]( [22 days until autumn begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View our Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To: - prune to discourage growth [Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity.]( Question of the Day How do I know when onions are ready for harvesting? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day The Empire State.(Name the U.S. state!) – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [The best way to organize your time, no batteries required! (title)]( [The best way to organize your time, no batteries required!]( Our popular planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspiration. Each day offers a tip, fact, quote, proverb, or a bit of folklore to brighten your day! [LEARN MORE]( [16 Folk Remedies for Headaches (image)]( [16 Folk Remedies for Headaches]( Here are 16 “sure-fire” folk remedies for headaches. Back then, they didn’t have that warning, “Don’t try these at home”! (But we do now, so proceed with caution!) [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Take Your Pick! (title)]( [Take Your Pick!]( Our 2025 calendars are shipping now! Unleash your curiosity and find your ideal calendar for the year ahead. [LEARN MORE]( [ How to Grow Hops (image)]( [How to Grow Hops]( Looking to brew your own beer? One key flavoring ingredient is hops, which you can grow in your backyard! Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest hops at home. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Garden Guide Special Report: Yes, You Cannabis! (title)]( [Garden Guide Special Report: Yes, You Cannabis!]( Get expert tips on growing cannabis, creative container gardening ideas, and more! [LEARN MORE]( [Names for Groups of Animals (image)]( [Names for Groups of Animals]( Sure, you probably know a group of birds is called a “flock,” but what group of animals is named an “embarrassment”? Let’s find out more about the fun, descriptive, and often strange names of animal groups. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [What is the 1792 Society? (title)]( [What is the 1792 Society?]( The 1792 Society is an exclusive membership that delivers our most popular yearly publications in one box. In addition to the member box, you’ll also unlock online library access and members-only events! [LEARN MORE]( [Beer Can Chicken With Memphis Rub (image)]( [Beer Can Chicken With Memphis Rub]( Beer Can Chicken may look a little startling, but grilling a chicken upright over an open can of beer results in the moistest, most succulent, and most flavorful chicken you’ve ever tasted. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Bestseller: The Handy Hoe (title)]( [Bestseller: The Handy Hoe]( The Handy Hoe features a wooden handle, and angled blade to make digging, weeding, and uprooting easy! [LEARN MORE]( [How to Sharpen and Care for Garden Tools (image)]( [How to Sharpen and Care for Garden Tools]( Let’s show our hardworking garden tools a little love! Here’s how to clean, sharpen, and spruce up tools for the growing season ahead. Plus, we’re making a smart new tool rack that’ll keep them organized and tidy … and looking good! [WATCH VIDEO]( ☞ 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 Almanac Daily? You can [sign up here](. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of [The Old Farmer’s Almanac](. 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 email newsletter in the future, please [manage your preferences](. Is daily too much? [Switch to weekly](! *Please do not reply to this e-mail* [Contact Us]( © 2024 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [View web version](