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Advice of the Day

Happiness is a by-product. You can not pursue it by itself. --Samuel Levenson More

Today is the Best Day to...

  • Cut hair to discourage growth
  • Plant belowground crops
  • Can, pickle, or make sauerkraut

Get the best dates for over 25 activities, based on the Moon's sign. Get ALL best days to plant, lose weight, cut hair, quit smoking, wean and potty train, and more.

Seasonal Advice for April 2013

Step into spring! Enjoy Seasonal Advice for April—holidays, gardening, recipe ideas, folklore, and more.

April 6, 2013

The 96th day of 2013
76 days until summer begins

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Moon's Astrological Place

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Aquarius

See when the Moon enters each Zodiac sign for 2013: buy the complete Astrology Moon's Sign Calendar.

Zodiac Profiles

Zodiac Profiles Enter your birthday to find your Zodiac sign!

Podcasts

Farmers Calendar Podcast The Old Farmer's Almanac regularly produces three podcasts—covering historical events and holidays, seasonal essays, and garden musings. When you subscribe (it's free), you will be able to listen right here on our Web site or on the go! Browse our podcasts.

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Spring Planting Dates

What are the best planting dates in the spring for your garden seeds? Our chart is customized to your zip code! See Best Planting Dates.

Best Fishing Days

Best Fishing DaysGet the year's best fishing days, when the Moon is between new and full.

Wedding Planner

Wedding PlannerGet wedding weather, a sunset calculator, and other tools and tips. See wedding planner.

Solstices & Equinoxes

Seasons for 2011Mark the start of spring, summer, fall, and winter. See equinox and solstice dates.