Quieter yard tools, August holidays and happenings

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, August 1, 2018



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August blueberries

All Nature helps to swell the song
And chant the same refrain;
July and June have slipped away
And August's here again.
–Helen Maria Winslow (1852–1938)

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Backyard Battle: Gas vs. Electric Lawn Tools
Backyard Battle: Gas vs. Electric Lawn Tools

Wish you could cut the grass in the morning without waking neighbors? Ever consider a cordless electric mower? Read about the key decision points in choosing gas power versus cordless electric mowers and lawn tools.
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Use What the Pros Use

Professional landscapers and arborists rely on ECHO durability every day. Their livelihood depends on their equipment starting and performing every single time. It’s this same reliability you should count on in your own property. Use what the pros use.
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Sky Map (Star Chart): August 2018
Sky Map (Star Chart): August 2018

See this printable sky map for August to navigate the skies on the night of the great Perseid Meteor Shower—plus, find helpful viewing tips.
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All-Natural, DEET-Free Insect Repellent

The Old Farmer’s Almanac name is on the bottle. If it doesn’t effectively repel ticks, mosquitoes, blackflies, chiggers, and other biting bugs we will give you your money back!
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The Month of August 2020: Holidays, Fun Facts, and More
The Month of August 2020: Holidays, Fun Facts, and More

August is upon us! What do we celebrate in August? Why is August a month? See all the notable days of August—from Lammas Day to Left-Handers Day to the Perseid Meteor Showers!
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The Old Farmer's Almanac Bottle Opener

Features a cast iron opener with a weathered patina!
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Monthly Horoscope for August 2018
Monthly Horoscope for August 2018

Here’s your monthly horoscope for August 2018. What could be in store for this month? Almanac astrologer Celeste Longacre provides an astrological prediction at a glance for all 12 zodiac signs.
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The most coveted stocking stuffers in the history Christmas! 
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August Birth Flowers
August Birth Flowers

August’s bright, showy flowers capture the essence of sunny, late summer days! Learn the meanings behind August’s two birth flowers. 
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac

Includes a free hole for hanging up in your outhouse! String not included.
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