Ben Franklin's birthday, growing spinach, interpreting dreams

Your DAILY Companion from the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Tuesday, January 17, 2023]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [61 days until spring begins]( Question of the Day Is it true that Benjamin Franklin invented an odometer? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day When is a clock guilty of a misdemeanor? – [Answer]( If a man empties his purse into his head, no one can take it from him. –Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790) ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac [share with a friend](. ☜ [Happy Birthday, Benjamin Franklin! (image)]( [Happy Birthday, Benjamin Franklin!]( Benjamin Franklin was born on January 17, 1706. To celebrate his birthday, here are some facts and quotes about the legendary man. Happy Birthday, Ben! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Jung Seed]( [Spinach (image)]( [Spinach]( Spinach, a super–cold-hardy leafy green, is a popular crop that can be planted in very early spring, as well as in fall and even winter in some areas. Learn more about planting and growing nutritious spinach in your home garden. [READ MORE]( [ALL-NEW AIR JET SERIES-1 REDUCES HEATING BILLS DRAMATICALLY]( First ever to use a Triple-piece Copper Ring combined with a DC Motor giving you 3x the heat! It heats up to 1,000 square feet, evenly! It cures all cold spots. Guaranteed! This strong, healthy, comfortable heat allows you to keep your furnace low. Resulting in astounding heat insulation & savings on your heating bill! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [ALL-NEW AIR JET SERIES-1 REDUCES HEATING BILLS DRAMATICALLY (title)]( [What to Grow in a Kitchen Garden (image)]( [What to Grow in a Kitchen Garden]( Imagine just walking outside your kitchen to your own food garden—gathering golden cherry tomatoes, juicy strawberries, or sweet-as-candy peas off the vine. Food this fresh is more delicious and nutritious! See how to plant a kitchen garden, based on what you actually like to eat. [READ MORE]( [How To Remove Dark Spots (Do This)]( A common misconception that many people have are that dark skin spots are caused by the sun, when in fact they are actually signs of advanced aging. Dr. Gundry has a special at home method that you can use in her home to help reduce dark spots, age spots, and uneven skin tones. Watch The Video! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [How To Remove Dark Spots (Do This) (title)]( [What Do Our Dreams Mean? (image)]( [What Do Our Dreams Mean?]( What are dreams? What do they mean? In this article, we discuss how dreams connect the past and the present and how we watch them as we sleep. [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)]( [Sweet Potato, Pear, and Pecan Salad (image)]( [Sweet Potato, Pear, and Pecan Salad]( A little bit sweet, a lit bit spicy, and a little bit savory—this recipe for Sweet Potato, Pear, and Pecan Salad hits all of your favorite flavor notes in one dish! No wonder it took home third prize in the 2020 Garden Guide Sweet Potatoes Recipe Contest! [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](