The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

On Candlemas day, if the thorns hang a drop,
You are sure of a good pea crop.

–Proverb

Friday, February 1, 2019
32nd day of the year
Spring begins in 47 days

Lisa Marie Presley (daughter of Elvis and Priscilla Presley) was born on this day in 1968.
Edward "Ed" Koch (former mayor of New York City) died on this day in 2013.

Question of the Day
They say I should let the ashes in my fireplace build up somewhat, but how much is best? Answer

Super Bowl 2019 Weather Facts

Super Bowl 2019 Forecast and Looking Back!
Super Bowl LIII, the biggest game of the year, is Sunday, February 3, 2019! It will be played in Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. While we wait for Game Day, let’s take a look back at past Super Bowl weather—plus Sunday’s prediction for Atlanta.

READ MORE

SPONSORED

How To Fix Age Spots (Liver Spots) And Uneven Skin Tones

If you have dark spots, age spots, liver spots or any other uneven skin tones on your hands, arms, face, or head, it’s important that you watch the shocking presentation right now to find out the root cause of these spots and the incredible at home method to help reduce them.

LEARN MORE

Growing More in Your Space

Growing More in the Space You Have
Most gardeners want to grow more in the space they have. A more productive garden gives a bigger harvest with less time spent weeding.

WATCH VIDEO

The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Country Calendar

Scenic photographs, country musings, fun facts, humor, and advice. Plus best days to fish, plant, set eggs, harvest crops, and cut hay.

LEARN MORE

$10.99

True Meaning of Groundhog Day

Groundhog Day 2019
Groundhog Day comes from our agricultural past and marks the halfway point to the spring equinox. Here are the facts and folklore about Groundhog Day. It’s much more than a wacky weather prediction from a plumb marmot!

READ MORE

Handcare Caddies

A silver-toned caddy holding luxurious foaming hand soap and rich lotion together in one place. Very elegant, very convenient. Choose from 9 different scents including: Lavender Rosemary, Pink Grapefruit, Lemon Basil, and more!

LEARN MORE

$21.99

Birth Flowers for February

February Birth Flowers
With Valentine’s Day on people’s minds, February is a big month for flowers. But, oddly enough, the red rose is not February’s birth month flower! Find out which flowers belong to February, plus the meanings behind them.

READ MORE

The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Garden Guide - Online Edition

JUST RELEASED: NEW 2019 EDITION Enjoy instant access—from your tablet or computer! A special website makes reading our Online Edition as easy as flipping the pages of a book. Features enlargeable type, zoom, search, printing pages, or saving as a PDF file to your device. It’s the Almanac Garden Guide always at your fingertips. Plus, pay no shipping charges either!

LEARN MORE

$3.99

Game Day Food

Ready for Game Day Food?
Get ready for party food ideas and game day recipes—from chicken wings to slow-cooker chili to finger food. Whether you’re kicking back at home or bringing a potluck dish to a party, we’ve rounded up 8 crowd-pleasing recipes.

READ MORE

The Old Farmer's Almanac All-Natural Insect Repellent

This DEET-free, extra-strength bug spray will effectively repel ticks, fleas, mosquitoes, blackflies, yellow flies, chiggers, and other pesky, biting bugs!

LEARN MORE

$9.97