Christmas firsts, cinnamon roll recipe, are Santa's reindeer female?

Your DAILY Companion from the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Saturday, December 24, 2022]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [85 days until spring begins]( Question of the Day What exactly is the “Icelandic low” that weathercasters talk about? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day What is lengthened by being cut at both ends? – [Answer]( Old Santeclaus with much delight His reindeer drives this frosty night, O’er chimney-tops, and tracks of snow, To bring his yearly gifts to you. –Clement Clarke Moore (1779–1863), American poet ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac [share with a friend](. ☜ [Christmas Day 2022: Why Is Christmas on December 25? (image)]( [Christmas Day 2022: Why Is Christmas on December 25?]( Why do we celebrate Christmas Day every year on December 25? Find out with a brief history of this all-important Christian festival—and know the meaning behind the symbols of Christmas. Plus, let’s bring Christmas alive with recipes, crafts, poetry, and customs from around the world… [READ MORE]( [Keep your feet comfy this winter!]( 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 [Keep your feet comfy this winter! (title)]( [Christmas Firsts: The Origins of Christmas Traditions in America (image)]( [Christmas Firsts: The Origins of Christmas Traditions in America]( Do you know who printed the first Christmas card? Which president put up the first White House Christmas tree? Which department store hosted the first department store Santa? Here’s a look back at some Christmas firsts in American history. [READ MORE]( [Who doesn't like getting socks for Christmas?]( These Alpaca Fleece OutdoorAdventure Socks are great for winter sports, hiking, hunting, fishing, camping, and cold nights by the fire. Keep your friends and family warm and toasty this winter by giving them as a gift! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Who doesn t like getting socks for Christmas? (title)]( [Why Santa's Reindeer Are Female (image)]( [Why Santa's Reindeer Are Female]( Ready for a little Christmas humor? On Christmas night, eight reindeer adorned with full sets of antlers lead Santa’s sleigh, as the story goes. In the wild, of course, the only reindeer left with antlers at Christmastime are the females. Enjoy some reindeer trivia and fun … [READ MORE]( [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)]( [Cinnamon Rolls (image)]( [Cinnamon Rolls]( Soft, fluffy, and delicious, our Cinnamon Rolls should be your next baking challenge! Their heavenly scent will fill the kitchen. We also include the special icing to finish off the perfect pastry! [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)]( [How to Make Luminarias (image)]( [How to Make Luminarias]( Brighten the night! Here’s how to make luminarias in 3 steps. Luminarias are twinkling paper lanterns that add a festive touch for Halloween, Christmas, or a party—especially during the darker nights of late autumn and winter. [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](