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)

Monday, September 24, 2018
267th day of the year
Winter begins in 88 days

Nia Vardalos (actress) was born on this day in 1962.
Mike Webster (football player) died on this day in 2002.

Question of the Day
The Cape May area of New Jersey has high humidity during the summer. What area of the country has the lowest humidity? Answer

Full Moon Guide

Full Moon for September 2018
Learn about the Full Moon for September 2018—the Harvest Moon—plus, see Moon phase dates, Best Days by the Moon, folklore, and more!

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Rent a Maple Tree

A truly memorable Christmas gift. After the spring sap run, each tree tenant gets at least 60 ounces of the finest wood-fired maple syrup. Your friends get the delicious results, and you get the raves!

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Harvest Squash Rolls

Fall Harvest Squash Rolls

These fall harvest squash rolls are always a hit! People are surprised when they learn they’re made from squash.

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Pumpkin Harvest Soup

Pumpkin Harvest Soup

This Pumpkin Harvest Soup recipe by Tessa Bowers won first prize in The 2010 Old Farmer’s Almanac Pumpkin Recipe Contest.

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Almanac Field to Fork Cookbook

BRAND-NEW! Almanac cookbook titled Field to Fork. It’s a collection of more than 120 mouthwatering recipes, plus kitchen tips and food facts and folklore. A great gift!

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$19.95

Insects in the Home?

Insects Invading Your Home?
It’s that time of year again! As temperatures cool, various flies, bugs, and beetles slip into your walls, and sometimes into your home’s interior, trying to find somewhere to stay warm for the winter.

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Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner

Remove weeds and their roots in one quick spin! The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty.

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$12.49

7 Tips for Allergy Relief

7 Tips for Fall Allergy Relief
Fall allergy season is upon us and if you’re one who suffers, you know all too well what this entails. Itchy eyes, runny nose, scratchy throat, sneezing. Here are 7 tips for fall allergy relief.

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The Almanac Garden Hod

Harvest and wash fruit and vegetables easily. Plus, enjoy hundreds of other uses! Each hod has the Almanac Sun logo burned into one side with a fire-heated branding iron.

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$49.95 (save $10)