| Here was October, here
Was ruddy October, the old harvester,
Wrapped like a beggared sachem in a coat
Of tattered tanager and partridge feathers. –Stephen Vincent Benét (1898–1943) |
Monday, October 8, 2018
281st day of the year
Winter begins in 74 days
Sigourney Weaver (actress) was born on this day in 1949.
Franklin Pierce (14th U.S. president) died on this day in 1869.
Question of the Day
When was DDT banned in the United States, and how long had it been used? Answer
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Today is Columbus Day
Columbus Day 2018
Columbus Day 2018 occurs on the second Monday in October. What exactly do we celebrate on Columbus Day? Here’s a brief history of the holiday. |
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| SPONSORED Farm Fresh Gifts
Surprise a loved one with a special gift this season. Cheese from Vermont cows, fresh Maine honey, oysters from Puget Sound, or coffee from the Nicaraguan rainforest. Our Farm Fresh gifts are delicious, sustainable, and support family farms. |
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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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Stuffed Acorn Squash
Stuffed Acorn Squash
Stuffed Acorn Squash has become a fall staple: easy, original, delicious! It’s a dish that everyone enjoys—and is happy to have again. |
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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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Overcoming Morning Stiffness
Why We Wake Up Stiff and Achy
Do you grunt, groan, and ratchet yourself to a standing position as you get out of bed in the morning? Then, after stretching and moving around for a few minutes, do you feel the achiness and stiffness abate (at least some of it)? |
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Black Pepper and Columbus
Where Does Black Pepper Come From?
Most of us have a pepper shaker on our kitchen table, but do you know where that pepper actually comes from? Learn all about black pepper, including its history, health benefits, and even how it contributed to European exploration of the Americas. |
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Silver Mercury Lantern
Standing almost 7 inches tall, these battery-powered lanterns feature 10 lights with a 6-hour timer. |
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