The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

March is a boisterous fellow,
And undeterred by fear,
With many pranks proclaims himself
The tomboy of the year!

–The 1931 Old Farmer's Almanac

Tuesday, March 6, 2018
65th day of the year
Spring begins in 14 days

Shaquille O'Neal (basketball player) was born on this day in 1972.
Nancy Reagan (U.S. First Lady) died on this day in 2016.

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Gardening by the Moon

Gardening by the Moon Calendar
Our Gardening by the Moon calendar works according to the age-old belief that phases of the Moon affect plant growth. Lunar planting is a longtime Old Farmer’s Almanac tradition.

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When Does Spring Begin?

Spring Equinox 2018: First Day of Spring
The spring equinox (also called the March equinox or vernal equinox) falls on Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at 12:15 P.M. EDT. This event marks the astronomical first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Enjoy our Spring Equinox facts, folklore, photos, and more!

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Need a Lift, a Laugh?

Counting Chickens, Mistaken Identity, and More Humor
It’s time for another edition of “Humor Me” from The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Consider yourself warned.

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