The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

On a clear winter’s evening
The crescent moon
And the round squirrels’ nest
In the bare oak
Are equal planets.

–Anne Porter (1911–2011)

Friday, February 9, 2018
40th day of the year
Spring begins in 39 days

Jimmy Bennett (actor) was born on this day in 1996.
Walter Fredrick Morrison (inventor of the Frisbee) died on this day in 2010.

Question of the Day
What are the oldest college and the oldest law school in the United States? Answer

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Houseplants Clean the Air

Clean House with Tropical Plants
NASA calls itSick Building Syndrome. I know it as a stuffy house that needs a good airing, as my Mom put it. By the end of January, if it weren’t for the forest of houseplants in my home, I’d open the windows, despite the snow and freezing daytime temperatures. I did open them before I learned that tropical houseplants clean indoor air of pollution.

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The Almanac Weather Rock

100% accurate weather predictor! If the rock is wet, it’s raining. If it’s dry and still, just wait a minute—it’s a mistake and will change soon.

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$19.95

Cocoa Versus Chocolate

Could Cocoa Be the Sweetheart Spice?
Where does cocoa come from? What’s the difference between cocoa and chocolate? Is chocolate healthy? Enjoy this delightful post about cocoa—plus, a delicious recipe.

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Almanac Barn Night Light

The roof features The Old Farmer’s Almanac logo in way reminiscent of the painted barn advertisements of the early to mid–20th century for soft drinks and roadside attractions.

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Make a Cake!

Chocolate Berry Torte Recipe for Valentine's Day
I hardly needed a reason to try this Chocolate Berry Torte recipe, but with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it seemed like perfect timing!

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The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac - Collector's Edition

Our exclusive best offer! This hardcover Collector’s Edition Almanac includes a free 2018 Gardening Wall Calendar and replicas of Almanacs from 100 and 200 years ago. (A $15.99 value!)

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$15.95

Language of Flowers

Flower Meanings: The Language of Flowers
Do you know the Language of Flowers? Many flowers, herbs, trees, and other plants traditionally symbolize feelings, moods, or ideas, and as our list below shows, each flower has its own particular meaning.

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Dirt Cure for a Cough?

The Dirt Cure for the Winter Cough
In 1849, a farmer prescribed a “dirt cure” for a winter cough. Watch Janice Stillman, editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, demonstrate this natural remedy. (Warning: Humor required!)

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The 2018 Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Boxed Daily Calendar

Gardeners will be delighted with this nicely illustrated and gift-boxed page-a-day calendar!

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$14.99