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Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Saturday, May 27, 2023]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( Sing me a song of idle days, When Spring is queen over woods and ways! –Francis W. Bourdillon (1852–1921) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [25 days until summer begins]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Question of the Day Some candle wax dripped on a white tablecloth over the holidays. The cloth was washed before the wax was noted. The wax came off but left a stain. Is there a way to get this stain out of the cloth, or is it permanent? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day What letter turns an animal into a covering? – [Answer]( ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, [share with a friend](. ☜ [Memorial Day 2023 (image)]( [Memorial Day 2023]( Take a moment to learn the true meaning of Memorial Day. It’s important to recognize the difference between this federal holiday and Veterans Day (especially to vets). Also, learn why it was originally called Decoration Day, why the red poppy is a symbol, and when to fly the flag. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Last chance to get our 2023 Almanac products!]( Our May Day Sale is going on now! Save 50% on all of our 2023 products for the entire month. [LEARN MORE]( [Last chance to get our 2023 Almanac products! (title)]( [Companion Planting With Herbs (image)]( [Companion Planting With Herbs]( Learn about companion planting with herbs! Find out which herbs and vegetables grow well together, which herbs to plant together, and which herbs go with which foods. Plus, see how to make a culinary herb wreath! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Companion handbooks for all gardeners!]( Order yourself a copy of The Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook or The Flower Gardener’s Handbook! They’re filled to the brim with gardening wisdom, covering sowing, growing, and harvesting. [LEARN MORE]( [Companion handbooks for all gardeners! (title)]( [Shasta Daisies (image)]( [Shasta Daisies]( The cheerful Shasta daisy is a classic perennial. It looks similar to the familiar roadside daisy but has larger and more robust blooms. Here’s how to grow Shasta daisies in your garden! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Available Now: Vermont Weather Stations!]( The Old Farmer’s Store has a selection of weather stations ready to mount outside a kitchen window or by your deck or patio. Choose from a range of designs and metal finishes! [LEARN MORE]( [Available Now: Vermont Weather Stations! (title)]( [Easy Grilling Recipes—And 10 Tips for Grilling Success (image)]( [Easy Grilling Recipes—And 10 Tips for Grilling Success]( Fire up the grill! Learn the secrets of cooking on the grill, plus find recipes for grilled burgers, barbecue ribs, grilled chicken, kabobs, and more! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [One of a kind glass decorations]( You can decorate your windows with these colorful hand-pressed glass suncatchers. Each piece measures three inches wide and is one of a kind! [LEARN MORE]( [One of a kind glass decorations (title)]( [Growing Cucumbers in Pots (image)]( [Growing Cucumbers in Pots]( Think you don’t have room to grow your own crispy cucumbers for summer salads? Think again! They will grow just fine in a big pot and, in some cases, will do even better than if planted in the garden.  [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Stores easy, protects you from the sun, and on sale!]( This lightweight straw hat offers 50 SPF protection from the sun! It’s also water-resistant and rolls up for easy travel storage without losing its shape. SAVE $4 while supplies last! [LEARN MORE]( [Stores easy, protects you from the sun, and on sale! (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](