| And the dead leaves lie huddled and still,
No longer blown hither and thither,
The last lone aster is gone;
The flowers of the witch hazel wither. –Robert Frost (1874–1963) |
Monday, November 13, 2017
317th day of the year
Winter begins in 38 days
Monique Coleman (actress) was born on this day in 1980.
Irv Rubin (Jewish Defense League leader) died on this day in 2002.
Question of the Day
How long can I keep leftover turkey and stuffing in my refrigerator? Answer |
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Real Meaning of Indian Summer
Indian Summer: What, Why, and When
In the fall, it seems that almost any warm day is referred to by most people as “Indian summer.” And while their error is certainly not of the world-shaking variety, they are, for the most part, wrong. |
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Santa's Key
The perfect solution for homes without a chimney! |
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What's in Store for Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving Weather Forecast
What kind of weather’s in store for the big Thanksgiving weekend? Check the Almanac’s long-range weather forecast summary for your region, below! |
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Jupiter Emerges to Meet Venus
Sky Watch: November 2017
Welcome to the November 2017 Sky Watch! See what to look for in the night sky tonight, including bright planets, the full Moon, and more celestial highlights! |
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Did You Plant Your Garlic?
Planting Garlic
Few flavors rival garlic’s. It’s pungent, exotic, powerful, and scrumptious. Garlic has also been thought to ward off of vampires and used as a cure-all for what ails you. Historically, many serfs were forced to grow it, as the king demanded it for taxes. Garlic has been a mainstay of most households for a long, long time. |
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Dragonfly Tea Infuser
A great gift for the tea drinker. Enough loose tea fits in the stainless steel mesh ball for a pot, or use less for a cup. Handmade in Vermont from fine pewter. |
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