First frost dates, geraniums, cooking acorns

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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, September 7, 2017

harvest moon

The mellow moon, the changing leaves,
The earlier setting sun,
Proclaim at last, my merry boys,
The harvest-time begun.
–Charles G. Eastman (1816–60)

 
Thursday, September 7, 2017
 250th day of the year


 

Cummins: Stay Ahead of the Storm
 
Frost Dates Calculator

 Frost Dates Calculator
Just punch in your zip code or postal code for your frost dates!
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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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$14.95
 
Basement Flooding

 Prevent Basement Flooding
Spring rain and summer storms are great for the garden, but a wet basement is never a good surprise. Here are some tips to prevent flooding and dampness in your basement.
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The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar
Features amazing photography, weather proverbs, historical weather events, and trivia! 
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$9.99
 
Caring for Geraniums

 Geraniums
Geraniums are a longtime favorite of gardeners. They are easy to grow, colorful, and emit a lovely scent. Here’s how to grow geraniums in your home and garden!
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The Almanac Weather Rock
100% accurate weather predictor! If the rock is wet, it’s raining. If it’s dry and still, just wait a minute—it’s a mistake and will change soon.
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$21.95
 
Cooking Acorns

 How to Prepare and Cook Acorns
Acorns are extremely nutritious and readily available in nature, making them a healthy addition to many recipes. Here’s how to prepare and cook acorns!
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The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac Everyday Calendar
Start each day with a tidbit of Almanac fun: weather wisdom, quirky historical facts, useful hints, and time-tested proverbs.   
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$14.99