{mobiePub} The Old Farmer's Almanac 2019 (Epub Kindle)

{mobi/ePub} The Old Farmer's Almanac 2019 (Epub Kindle)
{mobi/ePub} The Old
Farmer's Almanac
2019 (Epub Kindle)
Description
WELCOME, FRIENDS, to the 227th consecutive edition of this Almanac! It is our privilege and
pleasure to provide you, on these pages, with the elements that make this a true almanac--a
calendar of the heavens and a time capsule of the year:Timetables for the year's astronomical
eventsTraditionally 80 percent-accurate daily weather forecasts (beginning on page 206) for all of
the United States, including Alaska and HawaiiYou will also find quirky facts, timeless adages and
advice, pithy quotes and profound proverbs, contests, Anecdotes & Pleasantries, Best Days to do
things (from fishing to weaning, from planting to setting eggs), and more, including these
entertaining and informative articles . . .2019 TRENDS (PAGE 6) A forecast of the fun and
fascinating ideas that will define this year.JOIN THE GREEN THUMB CLUB (PAGE 26) Foolproof
advice for beginners, 'black thumbs,' and anyone trying to grow food.PLATE YOUR PETALS
(PAGE 40) Edible flowers are blossoming into an old-is-new-again culinary trend.THE ABCS OF
PICKLING: ASPARAGUS, BEETS, CORN--AND CUKES! (PAGE 52) Whether you pick a peck or
purchase a few pounds, preserving this harvest is as easy as--well, you know.2018 ORANGE
RECIPE CONTEST WINNERS (PAGE 56) Easy and delicious recipes for this citrus.DUCK
STAMP DYNASTY (PAGE 62) Three brothers get their ducks in a row in the only federally funded
art contest in existence.SPECIAL REPORT (PAGE 72): Some of the folks who grow our food
share their stories, inspirations, and dreams in farmer to table.ADVENTURES IN THE ZODIAC
ZONE (PAGE 84) What's behind the Sun and the Moon? Read more THE DAY THE SUN
EXPLODED (PAGE 156) Yes, it could happen again!MUST BE A FULL MOON! (PAGE 162)
Strange things happen every 29½ days--or do they?TELLING THE BEES (PAGE 164) A swarm
of facts, folklore, and traditions.THE NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD: NATURE'S GREAT
CROONER (PAGE 166) Don't say a word; see how it's inspired songs, paintings, and
literature.THE PROS AND CONS OF BACKYARD LIVESTOCK (PAGE 174) Thinking of
converting your backyard into a working farm? Start here.TAKE TWO COCKER SPANIELS AND
CALL ME IN THE MORNING (PAGE180) Why a dog may be the best medicine.THE FASTEST
MAN'S LAST DEATH-DEFYING RIDE (PAGE 186) and how it led to seat belts in
cars.BASEBALL'S MOST AMAZIN' SEASON (PAGE 190) Fifty years ago,the New York Mets
turned the sports world upside down. Here's how and why.HOW TO MAKE SAUSAGE AT HOME
(PAGE 196) Approach sausage asmeat loaf in casings or as patties or rolls, and you've mastered
the art.With all of this--plus Calendar Pages; planting, animal gestation, and measuring tables; a
comprehensive reference section; and too much more to mention--we endeavor not just to meet