A collection of classic, quirky, only-in-the-Almanac stories
Folks often turn to The Old Farmer’s Almanac for homespun wit and tried-and-true advice. We’ve collected some of our most quirky, only-in-the-Almanac articles from “Frozen Death” to “100 Ways to Avoid Dying.” Wishing you a lift, a laugh, or a smile!
Weatherwise & Otherwise
Though our weather predictions have been proven to be 80% accurate, forecasting is still an imperfect science! Here are a couple of vintage Almanac weather articles.
Unbelievable As It May Seem
Folklore often challenges our capacity to believe in the extraordinary. With these stories, temporarily set aside disbelief.
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The True Stories Behind the History Stories
The Old Farmer’s Almanac is the oldest periodical in America, so naturally, it has made its way into some famous hands.
Still Laughing After All These Years
Though the Almanac strives “to be useful with a pleasant degree of humor”, sometimes we reverse the equation!
How To Cure Whatever Ails You
In the folklore tradition, there is much wisdom—and superstition—about “cures.”
Enjoy more amusement from the Almanac archives.
Catherine Boeckmann
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