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Daily Newsletter for Friday, January 3, 2020

Quadrantids Meteor Shower! Meteor Shower Calendar 2020: When Is the Next Meteor Shower? The next meteor shower is: The Delta Aquarids! Start looking for these shooting stars in late July. While they usually peak before dawn around July 30, it may be worth looking for them earlier, as the approaching full Moon is less likely to interfere. See details and the complete Meteor Shower Calendar for 2020 below.   READ MORE

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How Long Seeds Last How Long Do Seeds Last? How long do garden seeds last? How do you tell if your old seeds are still good? Let’s find out!   READ MORE

Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook eBook All You Need to Know to Grow! After inspiring and instructing gardeners for 227 years, we have created a single “how to garden” reference eBook for your computer or tablet that includes all of our expertise.   LEARN MORE   $9.95

January's Gem January Birthstone: Color and Meaning The January birthstone, the garnet, is thought to keep the wearer safe during travel. Garnets form in layers of rock deep underground where they withstand extreme temperature variations. Geologists study garnets to understand the effects of temperature and pressure on surrounding rocks.   READ MORE

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Best Recipe We Made Last Year Braised Chicken Thighs With Mustard Cream Sauce This simple yet sensational dish will be on your menu every week!   READ MORE

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Writing Thank You Notes How to Write a Thank-You Note Why are thank-you notes important? How long does a thank-you note have to be? Here are the oft-forgotten fundamentals of writing a thank-you note.   READ MORE

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