The Old Farmer's Almanac - Best burgers, roasted veggies, flag rules

May 28, 2017

WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE Day is done, gone the sun, From the lake, from the hills, from the sky; All is well, safely rest, God is nigh. Fading light, dims the sight, And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright. From afar, drawing nigh, falls the night. –Major General Daniel Butterfield Great Burger Tips Basic Burgers Nothing beats an old-fashioned hamburger, and the best burgers are really quite basic.  Read more Nominate a local hero Do you know someone who’s gone above and beyond to make your community better? Nominate a local hero to win $1000! Plus, you’re entered in a Cummins Generator giveaway! Learn more Grilled Veggies Farmers' Market Grilled-Veggie Platter Vegetables taste best when cooked on the grill! With this recipe, make the marinade ahead of time; freeze it and stash it in your cooler to help keep everything else cold. Read more The Old Farmer's Almanac for Kids, Volume 7 The Almanac for Kids series, winner in five International Book Awards categories, is a treasure trove of fun facts, creative activities, and great ideas that will keep kids of all ages loving learning the whole year through! Volume 7 is not available in stores until June 13, 2017, but it’s shipping now from our online store.   Learn more $9.95 Strawberry Lemonade Recipe Strawberry Lemonade Our easy Strawberry Lemonade is loaded with fresh ripe strawberries and zesty tart lemon! Read more Almanac Tick Remover Tool (3-Pack) Easy-to-use and safe tick removal tool that attaches to key chains, dog collars, leashes, saddles, and backpacks so you’ll always have one when you need it most. Made in the USA from high-strength anodized aluminum that won’t break. Learn more $16.95 Plant Vegetables in Baskets! How to Grow Vegetables in Hanging Baskets Many vegetables are suitable for growing in hanging baskets. Here’s how to plant your own hanging basket—with edibles! Read more Rustic Gears Rotating Kinetic Wind Stake Bring the popular industrial, repurposed look to your landscape with this 26 inch Rustic Gears Rotating Kinetic Stake. The double blades spin in opposite directions, creating a mesmerizing effect. What’s more, the kinetic sculpture will turn to face into the wind! Hand-painted, with a multicolor rustic patina finish.  Learn more $119.99 Raise the Flag! American Flag Guidelines Many of our readers ask about U.S. flag rules and regulations. On June 22, 1942, Congress passed a joint resolution, later amended on December 22, 1942, that encompassed what has come to be known as the U.S. Flag Code. Here are highlights. Read more Solar Tulip Stake The hand-painted petals on this glass tulip provides gorgeous color during the day. A crackle-glass ball inside the tulip emits a lasting glow when the sun goes down. Learn more $27.99 QUICK CLICKS 7-Day Forecast 2-Month Forecast Moon Phase Calendar Best Days—Astrological Timetable

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