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[raindrops on flowers]
Rainbows; and the blue bitter smoke of wood;
And radiant raindrops couching in cool flowers;
And flowers themselves, that sway through sunny hours;
Dreaming of moths that drink them under the Moon.
–Rupert Brooke (1887–1915)
[Tuesday, June 12, 2018](
163rd day of the year
[Summer begins in 9 days](
Paula Marshall (actress) was born on this day in 1964.
Jiroemon Kimura (world's oldest man known, as of June 2013; died at age 116) died on this day in 2013.
Question of the Day
I bought some herbs (basil, sage, thyme, chives, marjoram, oregano, dill, parsley, tarragon, and rosemary) and would like to know how tall each will grow. Do you have a height list? [Answer](
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[When the Whippoorwill Calls (image)](
Whippoorwill Calls
[When the Whippoorwill Calls](
Does the whippoorwill suck goat’s milk? Does it foretell death, marriage, or woe? Can your aching back be cured by its call? Few birds have spun such a crazed web of mythology and myth-information. At the heart of this confusion and misdirection is a medium-size bird, aka goatsucker.
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[Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner](
Dandelions don’t stand a chance! Remove weeds and their roots in one whirling motion. The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty.
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$12.49
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When to Go Fishing
[Best Fishing Days 2018](
When is the best time to go fishing? See our best fishing days in the Almanac’s 2018 fishing calendar, below.
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[Local Farmers' Market Tote](
Features long and short handles for convenience. Plus, a two-sided design.
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$8.97
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What To Do About Raccoons
[Raccoons](
Learn how to identify raccoons and how to get rid of raccoons in your garden with these helpful tips.
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[Wine Bottle Lights](
Create ambient lighting from an empty wine bottle! Choose a bottle from a special celebration or because of its interesting shape and color.
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$12.95
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Father's Day Ideas and Recipes
[Father's Day 2018](
Celebrate Father’s Day 2018! Did you know that this holiday traces its roots to the early 1900s? Enjoy a short Father’s Day history lesson, Father’s Day recipes, and great quotes!
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[The Old Farmer's Almanac Bottle Opener](
Features a cast iron opener with a weathered patina!
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$21.97
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Potato, Chicken & Green Beans
[Potato Salad With Green Beans and Chicken](
This Potato Salad With Green Beans and Chicken dish is loaded with fresh ingredients—and no mayonnaise for those who aren’t fans. Great for a potluck, picnic, or cookout.
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[The Almanac Garden Hod](
Harvest and wash fruit and vegetables easily. Plus, enjoy hundreds of other uses! Each hod has the Almanac Sun logo burned into one side with a fire-heated branding iron.
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$49.95 (save $10)
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