History of Christmas wreaths, old-fashioned gingerbread, winter solstice coming soon!

Your DAILY Companion from the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Saturday, December 10, 2022]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [11 days until winter begins]( Question of the Day What can you tell me about Halcyon Days? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day What stones are never seen together? – [Answer]( I thought the sparrow’s note from heaven, Singing at dawn on the alder bough; I brought him home, in his nest, at even; He sings the song, but it pleases not now, For I did not bring home the river and sky;— He sang to my ear,—they sang to my eye. –Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803–82), American poet ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac [share with a friend](. ☜ [The Story Behind Your Christmas Wreath (image)]( [The Story Behind Your Christmas Wreath]( This time of year, Christmas wreaths are hung in every place imaginable—from doors and fences to lampposts and windows—even the front grille of the car! How did a round bit of greenery come to symbolize the holidays? [READ MORE]( [On Sale! Dancing Christmas Gnomes Stacking Mug Set]( This mug set is festive and practical. Each stackable mug is illustrated with dancing gnomes! The mugs store easily in the metal rack that comes with the set. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [On Sale! Dancing Christmas Gnomes Stacking Mug Set (title)]( [Winter Solstice 2022: The First Day of Winter (image)]( [Winter Solstice 2022: The First Day of Winter]( The winter solstice happens on Wednesday, December 21, 2022! This is the astronomical first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere and the shortest day of the year. What happens at the winter solstice? Why is the solstice important? Enjoy solstice facts and folklore from The Old Farmer’… [READ MORE]( [Get ready for cold weather now!]( These Alpaca Fleece OutdoorAdventure Socks are great for winter sports, hiking, hunting, fishing, camping, and cold nights by the fire. Order yours today and get ready for winter! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Get ready for cold weather now! (title)]( [How to Make a Christmas Wreath (image)]( [How to Make a Christmas Wreath]( Make a DIY Christmas wreath from scratch, looking to your yard and garden for natural materials. Making your own wreath is an easy but very satisfying project—and we’ll show you how to make one in 8 steps! [WATCH VIDEO]( [The perfect gift for the gardener in your life!]( The Almanac Gift Box is the perfect gift for your favorite gardener. It features the 2023 editions of The Old Farmer’s Almanac and our Gardening Calendar, plus the Gardening for Everyone handbook, and much more! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [The perfect gift for the gardener in your life! (title)]( [White Christmas Weather Forecast 2022 (image)]( [White Christmas Weather Forecast 2022]( Will it snow on Christmas Day 2022? Check our special White Christmas weather forecast for the U.S. and Canada to see if there will be snow Christmas morning. Plus, see the forecast for the rest of the winter season. [READ MORE]( [Timeless ornaments that will last for generations!]( These Christmas ornaments are made in Vermont by Danforth Pewter. When you give pewter, you are creating an heirloom that will adorn your family’s Christmas trees for generations. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Timeless ornaments that will last for generations! (title)]( [Old-Fashioned Gingerbread (image)]( [Old-Fashioned Gingerbread]( This is an authentic, hundred-year-old recipe that’s wonderful served warm with a scoop of French vanilla ice cream or sprinkled with confectioners’ sugar. [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](