The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE

When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.
–Henry Ford (1863–1947)

Wednesday, December 11, 2019
345th day of the year
Winter begins in 10 days

Gary Dourdan (actor) was born on this day in 1966.
Sam Cooke (singer) died on this day in 1964.

Question of the Day
How did the word Hoosier originate in reference to Indiana? Answer

Full Cold Moon Rises

Full Moon for December 2019
December’s full Moon rises on Wednesday, December 11, into Thursday, December 12, 2019. Plus, this month’s full Moon shines during the Geminid meteor showers! The original Old Farmer’s Almanac will reveal everything you need to know about the Full Cold Moon and what makes it special.

READ MORE

Amazing Ways Seeds Spread

The Amazing Ways That Plants Disperse Seeds
In autumn, ever noticed all the seeds scattering? Plants are launching their offspring into the world! But since plants aren’t mobile, how do they spread their seeds? Discover the amazing ways seeds disperse and plants grow.

READ MORE

Chala Cell Phone Xbody Purses

Top-selling gift! Available in different nature-inspired designs! Perfect size for carrying most cell phones, cash, ID, and a few credit cards. Very nicely made and features adjustable straps.

LEARN MORE

$32.99

Harmful Holiday Plants

Holiday Plants That Are Harmful to Cats and Dogs
We have two new kittens at our house—Fred and Ginger—and they seem to be doubly curious about everything! If you face similar challenges, here is a naughty list from the ASPCA of holiday plants that could be harmful to your cat or dog.

READ MORE

Gingerbread Cookies

Really Old-Fashioned Gingerbread People

This recipe for “Really Old-Fashioned Gingerbread People” makes a large batch because, well, anything this good deserves to be made in bulk.

READ MORE

Bold Kitchen Aprons

There’s always something cooking at The Old Farmer’s Almanac. When it gets messy, we grab for one of these easy-care cotton aprons.

LEARN MORE

$24.99

Feeling Hungry? Get Your Fiber!

High-Fiber Food: What’s the Big Deal?
Maybe you’ve read that most Americans get less than half the fiber they need for optimal health, and thought, “Oh, boy, they’re going to push more husks, groats, skins, rinds, seeds, stringy and raw stuff at me.” Well, maybe, but that’s not all.

READ MORE

THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU

QUICK CLICKS

WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE

New to this newsletter? It’s free! Sign up here.
You are receiving this e-mail message because you subscribed at our Web site: Almanac.com
If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to unsubscribe.

*Please do not reply to this e-mail*
Visit our Web site Help page to report corrections or inquire about your online account, products, editorial, and technical issues.
For reprinting and reuse, see our Terms of Use. © 2019 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.