The Moon meets Mars, growing hops at home, pumpkin health benefits

Your DAILY Companion from the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Friday, October 14, 2022]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [68 days until winter begins]( Question of the Day I want to make sure my Christmas cactus produces flowers in December. What should I do now? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day Why is it hard to have a conversation with a goat around? – [Answer]( The mug of cider simmered slow, The apples sputtered in a row, And, close at hand the basket stood With nuts from brown October’s wood. –John Greenleaf Whittier, American poet (1807–92) ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac [share with a friend](. ☜ [Hops (image)]( [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]( [An Easy Guide To Forcing Bulbs]( Many of your favorite bulbs can be forced indoors, allowing you to keep away the winter blues. Read more with our easy guide to forcing bulbs. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [An Easy Guide To Forcing Bulbs (title)]( [Drying Your Own Herbs for Tea (image)]( [Drying Your Own Herbs for Tea]( Grab the bounty of fresh herbs while you can—and let's dry those leaves for tea. It's simple. See both how to dry your herbs and also how to make a good cup of herbal tea! [READ MORE]( [Heart Surgeon Begs Americans: "Stop Putting This in Your Coffee"]( Coffee is one of the healthiest things you can put in your body - unless you do this… [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Heart Surgeon Begs Americans: Stop Putting This in Your Coffee (title)]( [Night Sky for October 2022 (image)]( [Night Sky for October 2022]( On October 14, look up before bed! The Moon and red Mars will pair up in the night sky. Here are Bob Berman’s latest tips for viewing the bright planets this month. [READ MORE]( [Order Your 2023 Old Farmer's Almanac Planner]( This 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. Order your 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac Planner today! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Order Your 2023 Old Farmer s Almanac Planner (title)]( [The Many Health Benefits of Pumpkin and Winter Squash (image)]( [The Many Health Benefits of Pumpkin and Winter Squash]( Time to turn to pumpkins and sweet, orange-fleshed hubbards, buttercups, butternuts, and acorns for comfort. Winter squash is a nutritional powerhouse—packed with vitamins and minerals. Let's get your pumpkin on with these impressive health benefits. [READ MORE]( [Available Now: The 2023 Almanac!]( It’s time to ship the 2023 edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Can you believe it? We’re excited to bring you the newest edition of this handy yellow book. Order your 2023 Almanac today! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Available Now: The 2023 Almanac! (title)]( [Mulled Apple Cider (image)]( [Mulled Apple Cider]( During apple season, enjoy a cup of Mulled Apple Cider. “Mulled” simply means that the cider is heated with spices. It’s similar to steeping tea. Plus, it fills the house with a delicious fragrance. [READ MORE]( [Amazon Alexa]( “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” [Google Home]( “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS 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]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View More Products from The Old Farmer's Store]( Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can [sign up here](. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of [The Old Farmer's Almanac](. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( [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 e-mail newsletter in the future, please [click here to manage preferences](. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](