Bad smells, next full Moon, get perennials ready for winter

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, October 9, 2019

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Just before the death of flowers,
And before they are buried in snow,
There comes a festival season,
When nature is all aglow.
–Emeline B. Smith
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac
 
Getting Rid of Bad Smells

 How to Get Rid of Bad Smells
There are many ways to mask bad odors in your home, but how do you truly get rid of them? Here’s how to get rid of bad household smells once and for all!
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Next Full Moon

 Full Moon for October 2020
October 2020 brings two full Moons: The Full Harvest Moon falls on the 1st of October and then the full Hunter’s Moon falls on the 31st—Halloween! Learn more about these two special Moons. 
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Bold Kitchen Aprons

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT IDEA! There’s always something cooking at The Old Farmer’s Almanac. When it gets messy, we grab for one of these easy-care cotton aprons.
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Ripening Green Tomatoes

 How to Ripen Green Tomatoes
When temperatures begin to drop, tomatoes stop ripening, so it’s time to take action! We will show you how to ripen your green tomatoes both on and off the vine—and also when it’s your cue to remove those tomatoes from the vine.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar

Loaded with dramtic images, lunar lore, and more! Makes a great stocking stuffer!
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Get Perennials Winter-Ready

 Get Your Perennials Ready for Winter
Prepare your perennials for winter! Most perennials can be cut down after the first killing frost; others can add interest or help birds and beneficial insects during the winter months. See our tips.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar

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Pork Meet Sweet Potatoes

 Pork and Sweet Potato Stir-Fry

We are always looking for quick and easy weeknight meals and our recipe for Pork and Sweet Potato Stir-Fry is spot on.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar

For those who like to keep an eye on the sky! Features dramatic photography, weather proverbs, historical weather events, trivia, and more.
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