The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

Winter. Time to eat fat
and watch hockey. In the pewter mornings, the cat,
a black fur sausage with yellow
Houdini eyes, jumps up on the bed and tries
to get onto my head. It’s his
way of telling whether or not I’m dead.

–Margaret Atwood (b. 1939)

Thursday, January 25, 2018
25th day of the year
Spring begins in 54 days

Alicia Keys (musician) was born on this day in 1981.
Mary Tyler Moore (actress) died on this day in 2017.

Question of the Day
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Super Blue Blood Moon!

A Supermoon, Blue Moon, and Lunar Eclipse on January 31
Get ready for an unusual skywatching event! On January 31, 2018, we’ll see a Blue Moon, Supermoon, and a Blood Moon, thanks to a total lunar eclipse. So, what exactly is happening? A Moon that’s super-big? One that’s blue? One that’s blood red? Maybe a combination of blue and red! A Purple Supermoon? Here’s what you need to know.

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Country Sunshine Wooden Box Sign

All box signs are 1.75 inches deep and can stand on their own or hang for wall display. Measures 8 inches by 9 inches.

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$21.97

3 Top Gardening Mistakes

3 Garden Planning Mistakes to Avoid
Ready to start garden planning? Here’s a timely video with three normal mistakes gardeners make when planning their gardens, but you really want to avoid!

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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

How to Use Grow Lights

Using Grow Lights to Start Seeds
Starting plants indoors can help you get a head-start on the growing season and ensure stocky, vigorous seedlings.

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Zucchini Potato Soup Recipe

Zucchini Potato Soup and Herbed Popovers
These recipes for Zucchini Potato Soup and Herbed Popovers complement each other perfectly. Cozy and comfortable, this savory meal from The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden-Fresh Cookbook uses fresh ingredients including potatoes, zucchini, and herbs.

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What Side Do You Sleep On?

What Is the Best Sleeping Position?
What is the best sleeping position? Find out how your sleeping position affects your health and how to sleep better in a healthy sleep position.

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