Lemon power, weather forecasts, slow cooker ideas

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Daily Newsletter for Monday, February 5, 2018

dripping ice

On the wind in February
Snowflakes float still,
Half inclined to turn to rain,
Nipping, dripping, chill.
–Christina Rossetti (1830–94)
Monday, February 5, 2018
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Long-Range Weather Forecast
Two-Month Weather Forecast

Long-Range Weather Forecast
Find the 2021 long-range weather summary and month-by-month predictions for your city, state or province, or region of the USA or Canada. Since 1792, The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been known for its traditionally 80 percent–accurate fore
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The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac - Collector's Edition

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The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac - Collector's Edition
 
Easy Vegetables to Plant in Early Spring
Easy Early Veggies

Easy Vegetables to Plant in Early Spring
The secret to a bountiful early harvest is choosing the right seeds. As you peruse catalogs or seed kiosks, keep this in mind: Choose cold-resistant vegetables to plant this spring, and well begun, you’ll be half done. 
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Engagement Calendar

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How To Slow-Cook Fast
New Slow Cooker Recipes!

How To Slow-Cook Fast
Juggling a lot right now? Getting tired of actively cooking over the stove and seeing dishes and pots stack up in the sink? Try cooking slow, not fast! That’s right. Return to the slow cooker. Throw a few ingredients in the pot, set it, and forget it! Here are our slow cooker recipes including a...
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The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac Everyday Calendar

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Household Uses for Lemons
Magical Power of Lemons

Household Uses for Lemons
Lemons aren’t just good for adding flavor to recipes: They’re also very useful around the house! Here are some of the best uses for lemons and lemon juice.
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The 2018 Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Boxed Daily Calendar

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