The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

There through the long, long summer hours,
The golden light should lie,
And thick young herbs and groups of flowers
Stand in their beauty by.
–William Cullen Bryant (1794–1878)

Monday, June 10, 2019
161st day of the year
Summer begins in 11 days

Jim Shea (Olympic gold medalist, Men's Skeleton) was born on this day in 1968.
Gordie Howe (hockey player) died on this day in 2016.

Question of the Day
What is the origin of the word pew? Answer

Jupiter's Opposition Today!

Jupiter Draws So Close to Earth, You'll See Its Moons Without a Telescope!
The Giant Planet will draw so close to Earth this week that you’ll be able to see its Moons without a telescope! Called “Jupiter’s Opposition,” this is your best chance of the year to see the biggest planet in our solar system at its very brightest. Bob has the viewing details.

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Cardiologist: “I Beg Everyone To Quit 3 Foods”

There are 4 foods that can hijack the chemicals in your brain. These foods can “rewire” your brain and cause you to crave fat, sugars, and carbs, even when your stomach is full – and worst of all, they could be the reason why you are gaining weight.

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Growing Watermelon

Watermelons
Everyone seems to love juicy watermelon in the summertime. Native to Africa, melons need warm temperatures (up to 80°F during the day) and a long growing season.

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Zucchini Pizza

Zucchini Pizza

When you’re faced with a glut of zucchini, turn to this healthy and delicious recipe that uses squash instead of dough for a crust.

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Ever Hear the Whippoorwill?

When the Whippoorwill Calls
Does the whippoorwill suck goat’s milk? Does it foretell death, marriage, or woe? Can your aching back be cured by its call? Few birds have spun such a crazed web of mythology and myth-information. At the heart of this confusion and misdirection is a medium-size bird, aka goatsucker.

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