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Come, bring with a noise,
My merry, merry boys,

The Christmas log to the firing.

While my good Dame she

Bids ye all be free,

And drink to your heart's desiring.

―Robert Herrick (1591–1674)

Friday, December 21, 2018
355th day of the year
Winter begins today

Kiefer Sutherland (actor) was born on this day in 1966.
Marc Connelly (playwright) died on this day in 1980.


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Longest Night of the Year!

Winter Solstice 2018: The First Day of Winter
Winter officially begins with the Winter Solstice on Friday, December 21, 2018. This is the astronomical first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. Enjoy our winter solstice facts, folklore, FAQs, and more!
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Full Cold Moon Rises!

Full Moon for December 2018: A Full Moon for the Solstice
The Full Moon for December 2018 rises on the 22nd—very near the winter solstice this year! Plus, it will be close to full (95%) on Christmas eve. Traditionally, this Moon was called the Full Cold Moon. Learn why—and see more Moon facts and folklore.
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar

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Solstice, Full Moon, Meteor Shower

Winter Solstice 2018 Brings a Full Moon and Meteor Shower!
Winter solstice 2018 brings a wonderful weekend of night sky wonders—a full Moon, a meteor shower, and a beautiful conjunction of planet Jupiter and Mercury. Here’s all you need to know.
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Notebook

A gardener’s most useful tool is knowledge from past seasons. Don’t rely on sticky notes or memory! You’ll love our beautiful Gardening Notebook with its waterproof cover—easy to bring to the garden. Keep records so you know when pests arrive and when to put preventative controls in place to avoid damage. Also, track what blossoms when, first and last frost dates, what was planted where, what worked, favorite varieties, what you want to move, and other notes. 
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What is the Yule Log?

What is the Yule Log? | Christmas Traditions
Today’s rich mosaic of Christmas customs dates back through the ages. Burning the Yule log started well before medieval times as part of a winter solstice celebration. Today, many of us know the Yule log only as a yummy chocolate dessert! Learn more about this custom.
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar

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Buche de Noel

Buche de Noel

Try this easier, lighter version of the traditional chocolate yule log.

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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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