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pheasant

Fresh October brings the pheasant;
Then to gather nuts is pleasant
.
–Sara Coleridge (1802–52)

Friday, October 5, 2018
278th day of the year
Winter begins in 77 days

Mario Lemieux (hockey player) was born on this day in 1965.
Rodney Dangerfield (comedian & actor) died on this day in 2004.


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Gardener's Gold

The Value of Leaves
Foliage season is a mixed blessing. I have one eye on the gorgeous spectacle of changing colors and the other eye on the value of these leaves—and how I can put them to work.
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar

Amazing lunar lore, facts, and photos!   
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Fruit to Grow in Pots

Fruit to Grow in Pots: Best Varieties
Blueberries, cherries, and other small fruit shrubs produce faster in big tubs and pots! Here are some varieties I recommend.
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Kitchen Clocks

Kitchen clocks for gardeners in 6 designs!
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Feeling Wind Speed

How to Read the Wind
It’s hurricane season so let’s talk about wind. Bob talks about how we can tell wind speed by feeling the wind on our skin and observing the world around us.
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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
 
October's Night Sky

October 2018 Night Sky Guide
Here are highlights of the October 2018 night sky! We’ll help you spot bright planets, meteor showers, and night sky events!
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac Weather Notebook

Keeps avid weather watchers engaged and entertained day after day for up to 4 years! 
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$14.95
 
Top 10 Apple Recipes

Top 10 Apple Recipes
Enjoy 10 of our favorite apple recipes, including the best apple pie recipe, apple butter, apples and pork, and more.
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Red Mercury Lantern

NEW! Features 10 lights and a 6-hour timer and runs on 2 AA batteries. Buy 2 or more and get $2 off per lantern.
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$11.95
 
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