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Ring of Fire: 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse October 2023!

In less than a month, the "Ring of Fire” annular solar eclipse will sweep across the U.S. and Canada. It will take place on Saturday, October 13. Bob Berman has the details on what to expect and tips on eye protection.
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Today is Day 275 of 2023

80 days until winter begins

Question of the Day

I live in Chicago and have Stargazer lilies in large plastic containers. How should I winterize them?
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Child Health Day

Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi

Columbus Day

Indigenous Peoples' Day

Word of the Day

Precession
The slowly changing position of the stars and equinoxes in the sky resulting from variations in the orientation of Earth’s axis.

Puzzle of the Day

How do you fix a jack-o’-lantern?

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Planting Calendar

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Gardening for Everyone

Learn How to Grow a Vegetable Garden

Find our FREE online series of step-by-step guides! Think of it as a “Gardening 101” masterclass with your trusted Almanac gardening experts as your teachers. Learn more!

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Weather

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Fall Frost Dates

See the first fall frost dates for your location.

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Astronomy

Today's Moon Phase

Today's Moon Phase

Today's Moon Phase

86% of Full • 18 days old

Next Full Moon

The October full Moon, the Full Hunter's Moon, will occur on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

Sunrise and Sunset

Also, see moon rise and visible planets for your area.

Food

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