Arbor Day!, planting bare-root trees, asparagus risotto

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Friday, April 28, 2023]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [54 days until summer begins]( [When is the next full moon?]( Question of the Day I’m interested in finding the North Star on clear nights. I know it has something to do with the Big Dipper. What is the relationship? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day You throw away the outside. You cook the inside. You eat the outside. You throw away the inside. What am I? – [Answer]( [pine-tree] Acts of creation are ordinarily reserved for gods and poets. To plant a pine, one need only own a shovel. –Aldo Leopold (1887–1948), author of A Sand County Almanac ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, [share with a friend](. ☜ [Arbor Day 2023: Why Do We Celebrate Arbor Day? (image)]( [Arbor Day 2023: Why Do We Celebrate Arbor Day?]( Arbor Day sprouted from the mind of a zealous tree lover named Julius Sterling Morton. A popular Arbor Day tradition is to plant a tree in honor or memory of a loved one. Learn some interesting facts about this day, and learn about the power of trees, which support our well-being! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Comfortable and Bursting with Color!]( Explore our newest selection of kitchen aprons. Each one features a bright floral design, with an adjustable neck strap for a comfy fit. [LEARN MORE]( [Comfortable and Bursting with Color! (title)]( [How to Plant a Bare-Root Tree (image)]( [How to Plant a Bare-Root Tree]( Here are tips on how to plant a bare-root tree the right way—from digging the hole to watering the tree properly once it’s planted. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Available Now: Bison Leather Wallets!]( The American Bison Front Pocket Wallet was designed to fit comfortably with a slim and lightweight build. Each wallet has a billfold and space for 6 cards. That’s plenty of storage for your cash, credit cards, and membership cards! [LEARN MORE]( [Available Now: Bison Leather Wallets! (title)]( [Spring Risotto With Scallops and Asparagus (image)]( [Spring Risotto With Scallops and Asparagus]( Our Spring Risotto features seasonal asparagus and buttery, tender scallops in a Parmesan-cheese risotto. If you don’t eat scallops, substitute with another protein or earthy mushrooms. Delicious! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Look like a rock star at the farmers' market!]( The Official Almanac shirts feature an original design by Ty Meier, a New Hampshire artist, that beautifully captures the natural and celestial themes of The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Order yours today! [LEARN MORE]( [Look like a rock star at the farmers market! (title)]( [Amazon Alexa]( “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” [Google Assistant]( “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” [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]( [Shop The Old Farmer's Store]( Did a friend forward you the 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](. Is Daily too much, [switch to weekly](? *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © 2023 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](