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Established in 1976 Issue No. 32 Publisher Yolanda Thornton [email protected] Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Reynolds [email protected] Art Direction and Design Michael Roussetos Food Editor ILona Daniel Home and Farm Editor Steve Maxwell G
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This edition is different in some way−can't quite put my finger on it−but I love it! The article on bolting really resonated and I felt seen! Embrace the bolt! Thanks for all your hard work on this gorgeous magazine. Editor’s Note: Thank you for you
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What Is An Almanac?
What I love about an almanac, and especially this Almanac, is that it is a 256-page tribute to the ways we are connected to each other. You and I. All of us. We share this big, beautiful planet we live on and the joys that each new season brings. We
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Things We Love
Harrowsmith caught up with Deirdre Buryk to talk about her Peak Season — a collection of 101 recipes inspired by farmers I wrote this book because Ontario is a culinary region and I wanted to remind everyone of the bounty that grows here. The conveni
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Cuddle Up!
Fashion (deservedly) gets a bad rap on the eco-front. According to Fashion Takes Action’s 2021 Feasibility Study of Textile Recycling in Canada, “textiles in Canada account for 7 percent of all plastics in Canadian landfills and make up the third-lar
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Here Comes The Sun
In early 2020, the current solar cycle, No. 25, began. In 2022, the solar activity associated with this cycle has outperformed forecasts. What happens if this trend continues? How do solar cycles affect our weather and our planet? How much of our cli
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Harrowsmith’s Gardening guide
Find everything you need to know about gardening at harrowsmithmag.com/gardening. The year 2022 has been declared the Year of the Garden, and rightly so, as many Canadians are looking to add more gardens to their lives. For us, that means adding mor
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Dinner Made Easy
Harvest time is truly one of my favourite times of the year. I love the crispness of the air and the way that the kaleidoscope of the crimson, gold and ginger leaves send me daydreaming. Most of all, I adore all the ingredients that come to market at
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Fries Fatale with Three Clove Aioli
You can keep the foie gras and the truffles. Ditto for the lobster and caviar. And what’s with the Wagyu? When my time is up, I want my last meal to be a big bowl of extra-crispy fried potatoes, generously dusted with Parmigiano-Reggiano, fresh herbs
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The ASTRONOMICAL ALMANAC for 2023
During the pandemic lockdowns, most of us likely noticed changes to the ecosystem — most notably a reduction in carbon emissions driven by a reduction in traffic, shipping and aviation. But as we return to our old habits, the environment is returning
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Fall
The first day of fall is September 22, when sunlight and darkness each share half the day. From back-to-school to pumpkin-spiced-everything to hayrides to haunted houses and the magnificent leaves that change colours, there is so much to love about a
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Seasonal
The autumn season should be wetter than normal, aided by direct or indirect impacts of some tropical systems from late September into October. Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland should be the wettest locations, while New Brunswick sho
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September 2022
September’s flowers are the aster (very attractive to pollinators) that represents love and the twining morning glory that symbolizes affection. Zodiac signs: Virgos (Aug 23 – Sept 22) are known for being loyal, practical, thoughtful, and analytical.
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October 2022
October’s flower is the marigold, commonly referred to as the ‘herb of the sun’ for its orange and yellow hues. These annual flowers symbolize positive emotions and energy. Zodiac signs: Libras (Sept 23 – Oct 22) strive for balance and order and are
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November 2022
The November birth flower is the chrysanthemum, a symbol of longevity, fidelity, joy and optimism. Zodiac signs: Scorpios (Oct 24 – Nov 21), the last water sign of the zodiac, are determined and fierce, while Sagittarius (Nov 23 – Dec 21) are inquisi
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Winter
Winter, beginning on December 21st, brings the darkest days along with the merry promise of the holiday season. It’s when the crispness of frosty encounters means coming home to comfort, good food, great friends and warmth by the fire. There’s a joy
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Seasonal
With a weak La Nina expected, winter should be close to normal when it comes to temperatures, but precipitation should be slightly above normal. Most of the storminess will be positioned over New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and PEI and the storm track is
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December 2022
The December birth flowers are the narcissus (paperwhite) and the holly. Hollies show a desire for a happy home, while paperwhite bulbs signify modesty and faithfulness. Zodiac signs: Sagittarius (Nov 23 – Dec 21) are the most travel-loving out of al
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January 2023
The January birth flowers are the carnation, a positive symbol of love, fascination, and gratitude and the snowdrop which stands for innocence and purity. Zodiac signs: Capricorns (Dec 22 – Jan 20) are invested in working hard to make things better i
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February 2023
The February birth flowers are violets, a symbol of truth and modesty and irises flowers that represent courage, faith and wisdom. Zodiac signs: Aquarians (Jan 21 – Feb 18) are assertive, analytical and great humanitarians while Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar
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Spring
Hello spring! On March 20th, the sun crosses the equator line and heads north bringing with it these signs of spring: • Increasing birdsong • Buds getting bigger on trees and shrubs • Earthworms popping their heads out of the ground
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Seasonal
Slightly warmer than normal temperatures can be expected this spring despite a cool start. Precipitation should be slightly above normal early and then get drier as the season moves along. Many foggy days early on over coastal areas as chilly air bat
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March 2023
The March birth flower is the daffodil, a cheery spring bloomer that symbolizes new birth, beginnings, happiness and joy. Zodiac signs: Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20) are empathetic, creative and have a huge imagination, while Aries (Mar 21 to Apr 20) are
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April 2023
April’s flowers are the daisy which symbolizes innocence, happiness, and new beginnings, and sweet peas which represent blissful pleasure. Zodiac signs: Aries (Mar 21 to Apr 20) are courageous, competitive and honest while Taurus (Apr 21 to May 21) a
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May 2023
May’s flower is lily of the valley which symbolizes absolute purity, youth, sincerity, and discretion. But most importantly, it represents happiness. Zodiac signs: Taurus (Apr 21 to May 21), an earth sign, is determined and practical while Gemini (Ma
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Summer
Welcome summer! June 21st is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere — the time to welcome the constellations appearing high in the eastern sky, the kick-off to picnic season, jumping in the lake season, grilling season, and the start
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Seasonal
Temperatures should remain seasonable to slightly above average overall. There will be stormy spells bringing quite a bit of cloud cover and rain, especially in August and September. Overall, precipitation should run above normal. Temperatures should
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June 2023
June’s birth flower is the rose, a symbol of devotion and love. Depending on their colour, roses can mean passionate love (red), friendship (yellow), or peace (white). Zodiac signs: Geminis (May 22 to June 21) are smart and quick-witted while Canceri
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July 2023
The July birth flowers are the larkspur (delphinium), a sure symbol of love, and the water lily which signifies new birth and purity. Zodiac signs: Cancerians (June 22 to July 22) love to surround themselves with family or things that remind them of
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August 2023
August’s birth flower is the Gladiolus. The name comes from the Latin word for sword and symbolizes strength, victory and pride Zodiac signs: Leos (July 23 – Aug 23), a fire sign are passionate, warm-hearted, and fearless while Virgos (Aug 24 to Sept
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A Passion For Wine
Planting and harvesting according to the moon cycle can sound a little woo-woo, but if you ask the people behind Summerhill Pyramid Winery in Kelowna, British Columbia, and Southbrook Vineyards in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, it would seem that it’s
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3 Real-World Insulation Strategies
Insulating your home effectively seems pretty simple at first glance, and that’s the problem. Success is not always simple, especially if you’re dealing with an older house. If you’re really interested in optimizing the insulation efficiency of your
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Refinishing Wood Work
Interior woodwork and furniture can look great or terrible — it all depends on the finish. This is why refinishing interior wood has such enduring popularity. Remove 100 years of ugly paint and varnish, and what looked like something fit for the tras
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The Official Birds of Canada
• The Atlantic puffin, also known as ‘parrot of the sea’ or ‘clown of the sea,’ has a large, colourful triangular bill that turns orange and red during the breeding season. • They are divers and live on a diet of fish. • They live and breed on The Ro
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All The Things That Surround Us
1 Created so as to assist long-term planetary survival7 Waste disposal site10 Dad in slang11 Sunbeam12 ____ warming15 Interlinked living environment18 Sand ___: shallow area in the sea19 Conserve resources by reusing them22 Natural source of heat24 C
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The Completely Nonsensical But Partially True Origins Of The Almanac
This is a cautionary note to the readers of the 16th version of the Harrowsmith Almanac. You will find a lot of forecasts in these pages, along with all the useful tips and observations on what you should be doing with your plot in the forest as the

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