| Then came the merry maskers in,
And carols roar'd with blithesome din.
–Sir Walter Scott (1771–1832) |
Friday, December 8, 2017
342nd day of the year
Winter begins in 13 days
AnnaSophia Robb (actress) was born on this day in 1993.
John Glenn (astronaut, first American to orbit Earth) died on this day in 2016.
Question of the Day
Who was the composer of the Christmas carol "Silent Night"? Answer |
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Get Ready For The Geminids!
Geminid Meteor Shower 2017
In 2017, the famous Geminid meteor shower will put on a fantastic show! After being washed out by the “supermoon” in 2016, there will be no moonlight to interfere this year. Mark your calendars for the night of December 13, when the bright Geminids peak with over a meteor a minute! |
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Handcare Caddy
A silver-toned caddy holding our popular foaming hand soap and rich hand lotion together in one place, whether in the bath or the kitchen. Very elegant, very convenient. |
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Keeping Your Tree Fresh
Keeping Your Christmas Tree Fresh
While most of us think about Christmas trees only in December, for growers of cut-your-own trees, it is a year-round commitment. |
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Natural Holiday Decorating
Natural Decorating for Christmas
It’s time to deck the halls! Your garden is a ready source of interesting greenery, berries, dried flower heads, and seedpods. |
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The Almanac Garden Hod
Harvest and wash fruit and vegetables easily. Plus, enjoy hundreds of other uses, including gifting! |
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Start Planning!
Christmas Dinner Recipes
Browse our top Christmas dinner recipes, from ham and rib roast to goose and lasagna. We’ve also added Christmas side dishes and soups to round out the meal! |
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Party Food Ideas
Party Recipes for Christmas
When preparing party recipes for Christmas, keep the menu simple. With a little organization and a few hours spent cooking, you can offer a hospitable feast without becoming crazed. |
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Colorful Kitchen Aprons
Made for the home chef. These aprons are 100% cotton for easy care and have timeless prints. Impress your guests at dinner parties! |
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