The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

When the air is white with the down o' the thistle,
And the sky is red with the Harvest Moon.
–Richard Watson Gilder (1844–1909)

Sunday, September 15, 2019
258th day of the year
Autumn begins in 8 days

Dan Marino (football player) was born on this day in 1961.
Johnny Ramone (guitarist and co-founder of The Ramones) died on this day in 2004.

Question of the Day
How long ago did aluminum cans start having pop tops on them? Answer

Fall Foliage Map

2019 Fall Foliage Map
Planning on leaf-peeping? Check out our interactive Fall Foliage Map to see when fall leaves are at their peak across the country. Plus, help us add to our map with your own report!

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Braiding Onions for Storage

How to Braid Onions
I normally don’t go in for a lot of frou-frou but I love to make a braid of onions every fall. They are not only a pretty way to display your hard-won harvest but I find it is a practical way to store them as well. They get good air circulation to last longer—and it is easy to see the size onion you want and to clip or pull it from the braid.

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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar

For those who like to keep an eye on the sky! Features dramatic photography, weather proverbs, historical weather events, trivia, and more.

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Planting Cover Crops

How to Plant Cover Crops to Enrich Soil This Winter
Late summer is the perfect time to sow cover crops for winter. In this video, we will show you how it’s done.

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Your September Horoscope?

Monthly Horoscope for September 2019
Here’s your monthly horoscope for September 2019. What could be in store for this month? Almanac astrologer Celeste Longacre provides an astrological prediction at a glance for all 12 zodiac signs.

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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Engagement Calendar

A highly useful daily planner full of humor and useful advice. It’s an indispensable tool for managing your life and keeping yourself organized. Includes plenty of room for jotting down appointments and notes.

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Best Apples for Cooking

Best Apples for Baking and Cooking
Not all apples are ideal for cooking! Below is a chart with some of the best apples for baking and cooking—from apple pies and apple crisp to applesauce and cider.

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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Everyday Calendar

Start each day with a tidbit of Almanac fun: weather wisdom, quirky historical facts, useful hints, and time-tested proverbs. Nicely illustrated page-a-day desk calendar.

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