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Your Daily Almanac: Seasonal advice and today’s verse

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For glad Spring has begun,
And to the ardent sun
The earth, long time so bleak,
Turns a frost-bitten cheek.
–Celia Thaxter (1835–94)

Thursday, March 19, 2020
79th day of the year

Spring begins today
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Connor Trinneer (actor) was born on this day in 1969.
Paul Scofield (actor) died on this day in 2008.

Question of the Day
Why is it that wind makes a "whistling" noise as it blows "through" the windows when it is very cold outside, but it makes no sound when it is warm? Answer

Spring Begins Today

First Day of Spring 2020: The Spring Equinox
In 2020, the spring equinox (also called the March equinox or vernal equinox) occurs on Thursday, March 19, which is earlier than it’s been in over a century! This event marks the astronomical first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Before you try to balance that egg, read this!

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Signs From the Sky

Signs of Spring From the Sky
What are signs of spring in the sky? Perhaps you’ve noticed the earlier sunrises. Let’s observe a few more signs in the sky—including a springtime smile from our very own Moon.

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Unusual Equinox Facts

Vernal Equinox Oddities
On the spring equinox, does the Sun rise due east and set due west? Are day and night equal? Bob Berman shares some vernal equinox oddities for the very first day of spring.

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Spring Frog Sounds

A Spring Song: Wood Frogs, Peepers, and Frog Chorus
The wood frog, which literally freezes its body, comes back from the dead. The spring peeper calls out the end of winter. Learn all about our fascinating frog friends—and listen to their sound!

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Updated: Springtime Recipes!

Spring Recipes: Make the Most of Food in Season!
Celebrate spring! Look for these seasonal ingredients showing up in your local market or garden—asparagus, peas, rhubarb and even fiddleheads and dandelion blossoms. And make these recipes to greet spring in a delightful and delicious way.

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