| 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.
Question of the Day
In the old west, why was a wagon called a buckboard? Answer
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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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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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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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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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