The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

Rainbows; and the blue bitter smoke of wood;
And radiant raindrops couching in cool flowers;
And flowers themselves, that sway through sunny hours;
Dreaming of moths that drink them under the Moon.
–Rupert Brooke (1887–1915)

Tuesday, June 12, 2018
163rd day of the year
Summer begins in 9 days

Paula Marshall (actress) was born on this day in 1964.
Jiroemon Kimura (world's oldest man known, as of June 2013; died at age 116) died on this day in 2013.

Question of the Day
I bought some herbs (basil, sage, thyme, chives, marjoram, oregano, dill, parsley, tarragon, and rosemary) and would like to know how tall each will grow. Do you have a height list? Answer

Whippoorwill Calls

When the Whippoorwill Calls
Does the whippoorwill suck goat’s milk? Does it foretell death, marriage, or woe? Can your aching back be cured by its call? Few birds have spun such a crazed web of mythology and myth-information. At the heart of this confusion and misdirection is a medium-size bird, aka goatsucker.

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Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner

Dandelions don’t stand a chance! Remove weeds and their roots in one whirling motion. The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty.

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$12.49

When to Go Fishing

Best Fishing Days 2018
When is the best time to go fishing? See our best fishing days in the Almanac’s 2018 fishing calendar, below.

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Wine Bottle Lights

Create ambient lighting from an empty wine bottle! Choose a bottle from a special celebration or because of its interesting shape and color.

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$12.95

Father's Day Ideas and Recipes

Father's Day 2018
Celebrate Father’s Day 2018! Did you know that this holiday traces its roots to the early 1900s? Enjoy a short Father’s Day history lesson, Father’s Day recipes, and great quotes!

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Potato, Chicken & Green Beans

Potato Salad With Green Beans and Chicken

This Potato Salad With Green Beans and Chicken dish is loaded with fresh ingredients—and no mayonnaise for those who aren’t fans. Great for a potluck, picnic, or cookout.

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The Almanac Garden Hod

Harvest and wash fruit and vegetables easily. Plus, enjoy hundreds of other uses! Each hod has the Almanac Sun logo burned into one side with a fire-heated branding iron.

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$49.95 (save $10)