Autumn has caught us in our summer wear. –Philip Larkin (1922–86) | Friday, September 27, 2019 270th day of the year Winter begins in 86 days Shaun Cassidy (singer) was born on this day in 1958. William Safire (political columnist, language maven) died on this day in 2009. Question of the Day Why were red, white, and blue chosen as the colors for the U.S. flag? Answer
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| | Fall Bulb Chart by Zone Planting Fall Bulbs for Spring Flowers If you enjoy seeing daffodils, tulips, and colorful flowers in the early spring, you need to plant bulbs in the fall. See our handy fall-planted bulbs chart for a list of flowers for your zone. | | SPONSORED This Is What A Single Diet Soda Drink Does If you consume soda or know anyone who does, this is affecting you directly. There are THREE OTHER DANGEROUS FOODS, marketed as “health foods,” that may be harming you from the inside, and could be the reason why you are not losing weight. Click Here to find out these foods. | | Planting Trees Right Tree-Planting Tips for Fall From a tree’s point of view, fall is an excellent planting time—even better than spring. Many nurseries dig bare-root plants in the fall, sell some, and store the remainder through winter. Such plants are fresher in the fall, and the selection is better. Here’s everything you need to know about choosing and planting a tree! | | Bold Kitchen Aprons 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. | | Happy Birthday, Libra! Libra Zodiac Sign Happy Birthday, Libra! The Zodiac Sign for Libra (September 23 to October 23) is represented by the symbol of the scales, representing balance and justice. | | Vermont Weather Station Measures temperature and humidity with an easy-to-read scale. Available in both brass and copper. A handsome and practical addition to your kitchen window. | | Caramel Apples Caramel-Covered Apples
All you need are three ingredients for easy caramel apples! These are a tried-and-true favorite treat in the fall, especially around Halloween. | | The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Engagement Calendar A highly useful daily planner full of humor and useful advice. It’s an indispensable tool for managing your life and keeping yourself organized. Includes plenty of room for jotting down appointments and notes. | | How to Dry Tomatoes How to Oven-Dry Tomatoes Dried tomatoes add color and flavor to salads, pizza, soups, pesto, and sauces. Paste types work best, as they have less water. | | THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU |
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