Perfect compost, equinox oddities, ancient sites

Daily Newsletter for Tuesday, September 19, 2017

And now the autumn season waits,
In mellowing forms of fruitage.
–Stephen Henry Thayer (1839–1919)

Tuesday, September 19, 2017
262nd day of the year

Danielle Panabaker (actress) was born on this day in 1987.
Jackie Collins (author) died on this day in 2015.

Amazing Seasonal Markers

Five Ancient Sites Aligned With the Solstice and Equinox
Across time, people have marked the changes of seasons—sometimes in dramatic ways! Here are pictures of five amazing ancient sites aligned with the solstice and equinox.

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2018 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar

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Odd Equinox Facts

The Old, Misunderstood Equinox
The autumnal equinox occurs on Friday afternoon, the 22nd, at 4:02 P.M. The reason for the equinox—and the Earth’s seasons—is frequently misunderstood.

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The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac - Collector's Edition

Our exclusive best offer! This hardcover Collector’s Edition Almanac includes a free 2018 Gardening Wall Calendar and replicas of Almanacs from 100 and 200 years ago. (A $15.99 value!)

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List for Fall Cleanup

Fall Chores: Autumn Garden Cleanup
It’s time to start on those fall garden chores. Here is a to-do list for fall vegetable garden cleanup.

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The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac Country Calendar

Scenic photographs, country musings, fun facts, humor, and advice. Plus best days to fish, plant, set eggs, harvest crops, and cut hay.

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How to Compost

The Perfect Compost Recipe - How to Get Your Compost Heap Cooking!
Compost is the very best food you can give to the plants in your garden. However, making really great compost requires the right mix of ingredients.

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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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New! Recipe Contest for Cash

The Old Farmer's Almanac Recipe Contest
Every year, The Old Farmer’s Almanac holds a recipe contest with cash prizes. Enter here—and enjoy winning recipes from past contests!