2020-2021 winter weather reveal!, Perseids peak, apple trees

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Daily Newsletter for Tuesday, August 11, 2020

fly

Little fly,
Thy summer's play
My thoughtless hand
Has brushed away.
–William Blake (1757–1827)
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
 See who was born and other amazing events that took place on this day.



 
Almanac Gardening Club
 
2020-2021 Winter Weather Forecast
The Winter Weather Reveal!

2020-2021 Winter Weather Forecast
Your long wait is over! Behold the FULL 2020-2021 winter weather forecast for the U.S. and Canada–straight from The 2021 Old Farmer’s Almanac.
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LOOKING FOR AMERICAN-MADE GIFTS?
 
Perseid Meteor Shower 2020
The Perseids Peak Tonight!

Perseid Meteor Shower 2020
The annual Perseid Meteor Shower peaks from August 11 to 13. The Perseids are considered the best meteor shower of the year—thanks to meteors streaking across the sky every couple minutes and pleasant summer temperatures. Find out when to watch for the Perseids in 2020 and...
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Top U.S. Vet Reveals: The Worst Dog Food You Can Buy

Are you harming your dog by feeding them the wrong food? There are 3 dangerous ingredients that no dog should ever eat, and if you are giving them to your dog then you might be slowly harming it.
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Top U.S. Vet Reveals: The Worst Dog Food You Can Buy
 
Is Comet Swift-Tuttle On a Collision Course?
The Comet Behind the Perseids

Is Comet Swift-Tuttle On a Collision Course?
One of the year’s best meteor showers—the Perseids—is now under way. It starts with just a few extra shooting stars per hour, and when we reach the nights of August 11 and 12, we will see a meteor every 2 minutes or so. But the comet behind these lovely shooting stars is what we should really be...
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The 2021 Old Farmer's Almanac

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The 2021 Old Farmer's Almanac
 
Apples
Apple Tree Care

Apples
Many gardeners dream of growing their own juicy apples. However, growing fruit takes long-term commitment—from pruning apple trees for good form to pest control—for success. Here’s our expert advice on planting, growing, and harvesting apples.
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2021 Calendars

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2021 Calendars
 
Peach Cobbler
New! Peach Cobbler

Peach Cobbler

There’s nothing that says summer like peach cobbler. This old-fashioned dessert is always popular and is best with fresh peaches. Serve hot from the oven with ice cream. 
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2021 Engagement Calendar

This popular week-at-a-glance planning calendar, now in its 26th year of production, provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations. Each day offers wit, wisdom, a quote, a proverb, or a bit of folklore. Each month’s opener features a month-at-a-glance planning calendar, full Moon name, fun facts and quotes, and more!
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2021 Engagement Calendar