Happy Chinese New Year!, longevity noodles, good luck superstitions

[View Web Version]( [WEATHER]( [ASTRONOMY]( [GARDENING]( [CALENDAR]( [FOOD]( [ADVICE]( [STORE]( [dragon] The dragon is in the street dancing beneath windows pasted with colored squares, past the man who leans into the phone booth’s red pagoda, past crates of doves and roosters veiled until dawn. –Lynda Hull (1954–94) [Friday, January 24, 2020]( 24th day of the year [Spring begins in 55 days]( Mary Lou Retton (gymnast) was born on this day in 1968. Chris Penn (actor) died on this day in 2006. Question of the Day My three-year-old drew in pencil all over our wallpapered dining room. What can I do to remove the marks? [Answer]( [Vegetable Gardener's Handbook]( [Chinese New Year 2020: The Year of the Rat (image)]( What is the Chinese New Year? [Chinese New Year 2020: The Year of the Rat]( The Chinese New Year—also referred to as the Spring Festival and the Lunar New Year globally—lands on Saturday, January 25, 2020. Why does the Chinese New Year start at a different time than ours? How is this important holiday celebrated? What is the animal for Chinese New Year 2020? Here’s all you need to know! [READ MORE]( SPONSORED [There Is One Protein That Can Restart Your "Fat Burner", And No, It's Not Red Meat]( Most Americans struggle with weight gain, junk food cravings, and even belly bloat. The blame is commonly pointed towards a bad metabolism, poor genetics, and even old age. A new breakthrough discovery shows that the real culprit is linked to one extremely common protein. Learn More >> [LEARN MORE]( [Animal Signs of the Chinese Zodiac (image)]( Which Animal Sign Are You? [Animal Signs of the Chinese Zodiac]( What animal are you on the Chinese zodiac? See all 12 Chinese zodiac animals—and see if you match your birth profile! [READ MORE]( [Crossbody Purses for Cell Phones by Chala]( Available in different nature-inspired designs! Perfect size for carrying most cell phones, cash, ID, and a few credit cards. Very nicely made and features adjustable straps. [LEARN MORE]( $32.99 [Longevity Noodles (image)]( Longevity Noodles [Longevity Noodles]( At Chinese New Year celebrations, it’s traditional to serve long noodles, symbolizing a long life. [READ MORE]( [Try the Weed Spinner!]( All you need is a drill and weeds and their roots are gone in one quick spin! The action is fun, fast, and satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty. Expect your neighbors to get curious and want to try the Weed Spinner, too. This back-saving drill bit was invented by retired school teacher Vern Ader and we thank him.  [LEARN MORE]( $15.99 [How to Cook Dumplings Recipe (image)]( Making Chinese Dumplings [How to Cook Dumplings Recipe]( Don’t you just LOVE Chinese dumplings? Editor Annie Copps learned how to make them at home! And it couldn’t be easier. Watch video. [WATCH VIDEO]( [Easy and Safe Tick Remover Tool (3-Pack)]( The best tick remover is the one that is easy to carry and always with you! This safe tick removal tool attaches to key chains, leashes, and backpacks. Made in the USA from high-strength aluminum that won’t break or bend.  [LEARN MORE]( $16.95 [Good Luck Superstitions and Old Wives' Tales (image)]( Good Luck Superstitions [Good Luck Superstitions and Old Wives' Tales]( There are many superstitions for “good luck” around the home. Many of these would be called “Old Wives’ tales.” Let’s have fun exploring these age-old sayings. [READ MORE]( [Local Farmers' Market Tote]( Features long and short handles for convenience. Plus, a two-sided design and small interior pocket. [LEARN MORE]( $6.97 (You Save $5.00) THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( 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]( 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](. © 2020 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.