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[night moon grass]
Shine on, O moon of summer.
Shine to the leaves of grass, catalpa and oak,
All silver under your rain to-night.
–Carl Sandburg (1878–1967)
Saturday, August 15, 2020 [Find out who was born today.](
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Day 5: Winter Weather Reveal!
[2020-2021 Winter Weather Forecast](
Will it rain on the plain? In our winter forecast, “It’s Snow Time!” for most of the High Plains—one of the few places this winter receiving above-normal snowfall. But what’s in store for Texas and Oklahoma? See Day 5 of the Great Almanac Winter Weather Reveal for more predictions.
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[2021 Moon Calendar](
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This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon in the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite. Added bonus: best days for fishing and other activities based on the Moon.
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How Insects Predict Weather
[How Insects Predict the Weather](
Next time you see an insect, spider, or other “creepy-crawly,” check out what it’s doing! It could let you know something about the upcoming weather. Check out our weather proverbs and folklore about insects and other creatures.
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[Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook by The Old Farmer’s Almanac](
Gardeners love it so much, we had to print more! Created for new gardeners, green thumbs, and old hands alike, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook is loaded with advice and inspiration to help plants—and growers—thrive.
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Growing Beets
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A staple in our garden, beets grow easily and you won’t have to wait long until harvesting their tasty roots. And you can eat their green tops, too, so they’re a dual-purpose crop. Learn all you need to know about growing beets—from planting to harvest!
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What is old is new again! Established in 1792 and published every year thereafter. Pre-order The 2021 Old Farmer’s Almanac today and get your copy first.
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Best Fall Flowers
[The Best Fall Flowers for Your Garden](
Summer’s end does not mean the flower blooms have to end! Here are some of our favorite fall-blooming flowers that brighten up our autumn landscape—including annuals, perennials, and shrubs. Why not enjoy colorful blooms and foliage for even longer!
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Tantalizing Tomato Recipes
[Best Tomato Recipes for the Height of Season](
Let’s make the most of summer’s tomato harvest! We’ve got some fresh tomato recipe ideas right here—from tantalizing tomato sauce to fried green tomatoes to super salsa!
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[2021 Engagement Calendar](
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This popular week-at-a-glance desk calendar, now in its 26th year of production, provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations. Each day offers wit, wisdom, a quote, a proverb, or a bit of folklore. Each month’s opener features a month-at-a-glance planning calendar, full Moon name, fun facts and quotes, and more!
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