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wagons

A birdnote sounding here and there,
A bloom, where leaves are brown and sober,
Warm noons, and nights with frosty air,
And loaded wagons say, October.
–Thomas Stephens Collier (1842–93)

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Learn How to Crochet: Easy Scarf for Beginners
Learn How to Crochet: Easy Scarf for Beginners
Crocheting is more than just a craft. It’s also a great stress reliever, an excellent way to pass time at home—and, it’s super addictive! Not sure how to start? You need just two things: a crochet hook and yarn. Check out our crocheting guide for beginners—plus an easy scarf design. A great gift...
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2021 Moon Calendar

Celebrate the Halloween Full Blue Moon with our 2021 Moon Calendar! This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon in the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite.
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Night Sky Map for October 2020: Constellations, Then and Now
Night Sky Map for October 2020: Constellations, Then and Now
Welcome to the October Sky Map! This month, we highlight constellations. Who was the first person to record constellations? How many constellations are there? Are the constellations permanent? Let’s go stargazing—with our complimentary and printable map of the night stars.
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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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Gladiolus
Gladiolus
Gladiolus is a classic perennial known for its tall flower spikes and large, colorful blooms. Great cutting flowers, gladioli look spectacular in summer bouquets. Here’s how to grow gladioli in your garden.
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Support Your Local Farmers Tote Bag
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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Pickled Peppers
Pickled Peppers

Pickling peppers is easy! When you only have a few peppers, this Pickled Peppers recipe will do nicely.  Just grab some white vinegar and go!
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What's the best book for kids who are always bored?

Keep youngsters entertained for hours with fun facts, fascinating stories, and educational activities in The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids, Vol. 8! Whether your kiddos are reading on their own or you’re reading with them, The Almanac for Kids provides plenty of intriguing stories for anyone who’s a kid at heart!
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Southern Fried Green Tomatoes
Southern Fried Green Tomatoes

Got green tomatoes? Try our Southern Fried Green Tomatoes recipe submitted by an Almanac reader.
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac is a delightful stocking surprise for everyone on your holiday shopping list! Enjoy a holiday season filled with wit and wisdom from your favorite Old Farmer. The Almanac is guaranteed to make people smile and to tickle your funny bones. Order today to get your Almanacs in time for the holidays!
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