8 ways to use fall leaves, when DST ends, why mushrooms grow in lawns

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Friday, October 20, 2023]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( O suns and skies and flowers of June, Count all your boasts together, Love loveth best of all the year October's bright blue weather. –Helen Hunt Jackson (1830–85) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [62 days until winter begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View the Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To begin logging harvest aboveground crops set posts or pour concrete [Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity.]( Question of the Day What was the biggest volcanic eruption in the United States? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day Why is summer like the letter N? – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [The Science of Fall Foliage (title)]( [The Science of Fall Foliage]( Why do leaves change color and drop from trees in fall? Read our blog to learn the science behind the color change and factors that affect the timing of it, as well as which colors you can expect to see from the trees and shrubs in your yard. [LEARN MORE]( [Daylight Saving Time 2023: When Does the Time Change? (image)]( [Daylight Saving Time 2023: When Does the Time Change?]( Daylight Saving Time ends in early November. At this time, we “fall back” one hour! See details about when the time changes, why we observe DST, and the short history of this practice. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Available Now: Gardening Tool Sets (title)]( [Available Now: Gardening Tool Sets]( Shop our selection of gardening tool sets! Each one comes with a pruner, small cultivator, and a trowel and features a colorful design. [LEARN MORE]( [Don't Fear the Mushrooms in Your Lawn (image)]( [Don't Fear the Mushrooms in Your Lawn]( Did mushrooms pop up in your lawn overnight? Not to worry! They are actually a sign of lawn health. But learn more about how and why mushrooms grow and if you should get rid of them—or, not! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Get ready for the farmer s market! (title)]( [Get ready for the farmer's market!]( If you venture out to the market, make sure you’re ready with plenty of totes to carry fresh produce and goods back to the kitchen. Shop our selection of reusable totes! [LEARN MORE]( [8 Ways to Use Fall Leaves in the Garden (image)]( [8 Ways to Use Fall Leaves in the Garden]( Nature builds soil with falling leaves, and so should you! All those leaves can be turned into gardeners’ gold! We’ll show you a variety of uses for fallen leaves, putting all their goodness to use around the garden, from protecting plants to making leaf mold and mulching. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Get the calendars our readers love! (title)]( [Get the calendars our readers love!]( Unleash your curiosity with our captivating 2024 calendars! Find your ideal calendar for the year ahead and get ready for 2024. [LEARN MORE]( [Italian Vegetable Soup (image)]( [Italian Vegetable Soup]( This Italian Vegetable Soup is a savory, tomato-red soup, thick with vegetables and fragrant with herbs. Chickpeas add protein. In tomato-based soups, we always use a little bit of honey to counteract the acidity and enhance the flavor—it works wonders. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Treat yourself to a new coffee mug! (title)]( [Treat yourself to a new coffee mug!]( Find your new favorite mug at the Old Farmer’s Store! We offer a wide selection featuring bontanic designs for gardeners, birders, and fans of the outdoors! [LEARN MORE]( [Weather History Search (image)]( [Weather History Search]( Interested in weather history? Access weather history data for dates going back to 1945! It’s both useful and fun—whether you’re planning a trip or just want to know the weather on a special date. [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]( [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](