Is the Hunter's Moon bigger, brighter, redder?

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, October 24, 2018

bird in autumn

Delicious autumn!
My very soul is wedded to it,
and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth
seeking the successive autumns.

–George Eliot (1819–80)
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
 297th day of the year


Kevin Kline (actor) was born on this day in 1947.
Antoine "Fats" Domino (singer) died on this day in 2017.
 
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Bigger, Brighter, Redder?

 Hunter's Moon 2018: Will It Be Bigger, Brighter, And Redder?
The Full Hunter’s Moon rises on Wednesday, October 24! This is one of the two full Moons that enjoy an official astronomical name. So, will it be bigger, brighter, and redder? Here’s all you need to know!
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Does the Moon Affect Moods?

 Can a Full Moon Affect Your Mood?
Can the Moon affect your mood? Does it make people crazy? Science doesn’t have proof, but could centuries of folklore be wrong? Unless you plan to ask a werewolf (which we don’t recommend), it might be time to explore the myths and reality.
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The Conversion Cutting Board
Classic maple cutting board that features common cooking conversions engraved on the face. 
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$16.99
 
Plant Hyacinth and Muscari

 Hyacinth and Muscari
Hyacinth bulbs are planted in the fall and bloom in the spring. Here’s a guide to planting and growing hyacinths and grape hyacinths in your home and garden!
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Carved Wooden Sign
Measures over 2 feet wide and features a distressed finish!
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$29.95 (SAVE $10)
 
Chicken Tenders

 Crispy Chicken Tenders

This fast and easy Crispy Chicken Tenders recipe is perfect for your on-the-go lifestyle. Try it with our sweet and spicy dipping sauce for even more flavor.
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Farmers' Market Cotton Tote Bag
SAVE 30%! This sturdy cotton canvas bag features The Old Farmer’s Almanac 1792 logo on one side and the message “Support Your Local Farmers” on the other. Made in the USA. 
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$8.99
 
When Novelty Wears Off

 How to Stay Motivated in Gardening and Life
For whatever reasons, you’ve decided to adopt a so-called “natural” way of life. You went for it, whole-hog. It’s not always easy—and certainly not glamorous—but it’s exciting and new. But after a while, the shine wears off.  Sound familiar?
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Wooden Wing Bookmarks
Made in Vermont from a very thin maple veneer that won’t damage book bindings. Choose from bald eagles, barred owls, great blue herons, ospreys, peregrine falcons, snowy owls, cardinals, eastern bluebirds, and hummingbirds.
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$4.00