Black walnut trees, garter snakes, ice cream

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Saturday, July 8, 2023]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( As the days begin to shorten So the heat begins to scorch 'em. –Weather proverb [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [77 days until autumn begins]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Question of the Day I’m tired of replanting vegetables every year. What are the best perennial vegetables I can grow? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day My first is female; my second the same; my whole is much dreaded; pray what is its name?(What’s the word? Each clue is a syllable!) – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Be the first to get your 2024 Almanac! (title)]( [Be the first to get your 2024 Almanac!]( Now in its 232nd year, The Old Farmer’s Almanac is STILL the best-selling annual in the United States and Canada. Order the 2024 edition today! [LEARN MORE]( [Home Remedies for Sunburn Relief & Treatment (image)]( [Home Remedies for Sunburn Relief & Treatment]( Here are 20 remedies for sunburn relief and treatment. If you have a minor sunburn (where the skin is red or sore, but not blistered or broken), try one of these sunburn remedies to help soothe your pain! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [The Old Farmer s Almanac for Kids Vol. 10 is here! (title)]( [The Old Farmer's Almanac for Kids Vol. 10 is here!]( The new Almanac for Kids will bring a smile to your child’s face—after all, kids love it, adults can’t put it down, and teachers give it high marks! [LEARN MORE]( [20 Perennial Flowers for Beginners (image)]( [20 Perennial Flowers for Beginners]( If you plan to add a new perennial to your garden, see our list of 20 low-maintenance, no-fuss perennials that are perfect for the beginner gardener, with an emphasis on native plants. Bring beautiful blooms to your garden—year after year! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [The best way to organize your time, no batteries required! (title)]( [The best way to organize your time, no batteries required!]( This popular planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspiration. Each day offers a tip, fact, quote, proverb, or a bit of folklore to brighten your day! [LEARN MORE]( [Garter Snakes: The Gardener's Friend (image)]( [Garter Snakes: The Gardener's Friend]( Garter snakes are a gardener’s friend! Harmless to humans, they eat the pests that wreak havoc in your garden. Learn more about the shy but helpful gardening helper who just wants to live peacefully in harmony with you—and eat your slugs! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Dazzling Suncatchers Made in New Hampshire! (title)]( [Dazzling Suncatchers Made in New Hampshire!]( Hang these stunning suncatchers in your window! These suncatchers were hand-pressed from recycled glass using a centuries-old technique by Old Hancock Glassworks in NH. [LEARN MORE]( [Black Walnut Trees (image)]( [Black Walnut Trees]( The black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) is one of North America’s most valuable and beautiful native trees, but it does have a “dark side.”  Here’s what you should know before planting a black walnut in your yard—and how to harvest and eat the tasty walnuts, too! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Do you need a 2024 calendar? (title)]( [Do you need a 2024 calendar?]( We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours! [LEARN MORE]( [How to Make Old-Fashioned Ice Cream at Home (image)]( [How to Make Old-Fashioned Ice Cream at Home]( Learn how to make homemade old-fashioned ice cream using a hand-crank freezer! Plus, discover the history of ice cream and seven delicious ice cream recipes. [READ MORE]( ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, [share with a friend]( ☜ [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]( [SMSbanner_blue]( [Get The Old Farmer’s Almanac Daily Update for Amazon Echo]( “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” 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](