A zany tradition, money-saving gardening tips, woodpeckers!

Groundhog Day 2021
Groundhog Day will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 2! This curious holiday comes from our agricultural past and marks the halfway point between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. Here are some facts and folklore about Groundhog Day. It’s so much more than a wacky weather prediction from...

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What if you could restore your gut health with one simple fix? According to one doctor in California there may be a way. In fact, he believes it’s so powerful that it could be like a “power wash” for your insides.

Different Types of Woodpeckers—Plus Bird Fun Facts!
Everyone enjoys watching a woodpecker work (unless you’re a grub, a tree, or the owner of a wooden house!). But why does a woodpecker peck wood? Here are some fun facts about woodpeckers—including how to identify a few common types of woodpeckers—with beautiful photos of these magnificant ...

The 2021 Engagement Calendar includes clever questions and riddles just like this! The daily planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations. Cheer up each day with wit, wisdom, a quote, a proverb, or a bit of folklore!

How to Grow Sunflower Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, and Easy Grains
When we think about food gardening, we don’t usually think of seeds and grains—where do they fit in, and are they even worth growing? The answer is a resounding, “Yes!” Full of vitamins, minerals and heart-healthy fats, seeds and grains have plenty to contribute to your garden. Here’s our pick of...

Celebrate January’s Full Wolf Moon with our 2021 Moon Calendar! This calendar will answer all your questions with fascinating lunar facts and moonlit folklore!

How to Grow Food for Next to Nothing!
We’re fabulously frugal. So, here are some tips to grow food for less. From using prunings to part-fill garden beds to growing seeds from grocery store fruits, learn how to grow food for next to nothing!

The Old Farmer’s Almanac is your trusty companion for your spring garden! Always timely, topical, and distinctively “useful, with a pleasant degree of humor,” the Almanac is sure to help you harvest loads of veggies and cook up some delicious recipes this spring!

Martha Washington's Potato Rolls

Discover Martha Washington’s Potato Rolls recipe. Martha kept a cooking scrapbook of all her favorite recipes.

Readers’ Best Recipes and the Stories Behind Them brings you all the favorites served at family gatherings and supper tables, the ones that keep folks coming back for more. These exclusive recipes include Momma’s Salted Caramel Shortbread Bars, Gra’s Barbecue Chicken, and so many more! You’ll love the heartwarming, humorous, and true stories that these cooks tell, too. Order today!