The Team Behind the Almanac
Guiding readers with trusted wisdom since 1792.
Curious about the seasons, the weather, and what grows in your garden? So are we. Behind every forecast, planting tip, and home remedy is a dedicated editor, writer, or artist who cares deeply about the natural world. Every story, tip, and guide comes from someone who’s truly part of the Almanac family—and now, you can put faces to the names.
Our team isn’t just a collection of editors, writers, and artists—they’re a work family. Here’s a glimpse of us in action, enjoying a day out together.
Want a peek behind the scenes? Check out our team outing blog to see more of the fun and how we connect with each other (and nature) outside the office.
Sherin
As Publisher of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, Sherin Pierce is our North Star—guiding the brand with vision, authenticity, and heart. She champions new ideas, supports her team, and keeps the Almanac shining year after year.
- Mad biker who rides almost every day (yes, even up the steep New Hampshire hills)
- Zumba devotee whose energy on the dance floor matches her spark at work
- Hosts her team for dinners infused with the spices and warmth of her Indian heritage
- Believes that partnership is the secret ingredient in everything she does
Carol
Carol Connare, Editor in Chief, leads the Almanac’s editorial team and a crew of contributors to bring each print edition to life. She’s an avid backyard gardener who never tires of reading, writing, and sharing stories about plants.
- Tends a permaculture mini-orchard
- Loves DIY projects and knows her way around power tools
- Sings in a local jam band, writing her own lyrics
- Hikes (or skis) almost every morning with her dog, Jack
- Favorite plants: hardy kiwi, pawpaw, mulberry, hydrangea, and peonies
Lori
Lori Pedrick, Creative Director, is an award-winning creative director, photographer, and graphic designer who brings fresh vision to the Almanac. She blends craft, curiosity, and storytelling to shape the look and feel of our pages—old and new.
- Discovered her love for photography in a darkroom and later returned for a Master’s to pursue that passion.
- Our own rock star: Lori has recorded a radio jingle and counts Natalie Merchant, Annie Lennox, and Stevie Nicks among her favorites.
- Created Growing Up Girl, a portrait series of women paired with essays—soon expanding into a podcast.
- Since Emmett arrived, the house has been a zoo: cats, dogs, birds, hamsters, tortoises… even a snake. Penny the pup still rules. Shhh!
- Believes every problem has a solution—a principle that guides her in work and life.
- South Jersey-raised, Philly at heart—you can take the girl out of Philly, but you can’t take Philly out of the girl.
Sarah
Sarah Perreault, Managing Editor, keeps the Almanac’s pages turning and words polished. She’s sweet on baking, loves music, and cherishes family traditions.
- Bakes cookies, cakes, and cinnamon-roll blondies to unwind
- Known as “Guppy” (or “Guphead”) when visiting England
- Owns a basketball signed by Boston Celtics legend Reggie Lewis
- Keeps her car stocked with CDs: Pure Funk, Wonka soundtrack, NKOTB, The Beatles, and Alanis Morissette
- Vacations with family along the New Hampshire coast
Heidi
Heidi Stonehill, Executive Editor, is the Almanac’s go-to for all things calendar—and she also reviews the much-anticipated long-range weather forecasts. She’s endlessly curious about the natural world, from butterflies to supernovas.
- Sci-fi and fantasy enthusiast
- Avid gamer who also writes quizzes for Almanac readers
- Dabbles in rhyme when she has time
- Her cat, Jimmy Joe, meows like a loon (according to a bird ID app)
- Favorite plants: pansies, peonies, pineapple sage, and potatoes
Catherine
Catherine Boeckmann, Executive Digital Editor, cultivates the Almanac’s virtual landscape—from Almanac.com to beyond—where seasonal insights, stories, and practical know-how flourish.
- A Master Gardener, she grows greens—and goodwill—for food pantries
- Proud dog mom to Vesper, whose name means “evening star”
- Favorite sport is cross-country skiing—through snowy woods in the evening (with warm regards to Mr. Frost)
- Rhubarb crisp is her birthday cake—unadulterated, no strawberries allowed
Tim
Tim Goodwin, Senior Editor, likens himself to a farmer who wears many hats to keep the Almanac tradition alive for longtime and new readers alike. When not combing through words, he enjoys camping, long walks with his dog, and improving his gardening skills (sometimes).
- Father of five: two daughters, two cats, and one dog
- Avid reader of murder mysteries and thrillers
- Hasn’t met a cookie he won’t taste test
- Once “swam” Class V rapids on Maine’s Penobscot River
- Grows sunflowers every year
Cate
Cate Hewitt, Copy Editor, keeps the Almanac’s words clean and polished. A self-described “dictionary nerd,” she’s obsessed with The Chicago Manual of Style—and she loves gardening, houseplants, and tackling DIY projects.
- Knits mostly rectangular-shaped items
- Enjoys walking, cross-country skiing, and listening to birdsong
- Music lover, especially Beethoven
- Loves both dogs and cats—especially dog-like cats
Jenn
Jennifer Keating, Digital Editor, keeps the Almanac’s website humming and compiles the daily newsletter (definitely sign up!). When she’s not typing away, she’s riding horses, cheering on her daughter’s volleyball team, or relaxing with a cup of tea and a good book.
- A lifelong equestrian, riding since 18 months old
- Loves pickles—never met one she didn’t like
- Names a few too many pets after food: Colonel Mustard, Fig Newton, and Taco
- Slight obsession with hostas—she’s planted many varieties
Joe
Joe Bills, Associate Editor, writes, edits, and fact-checks across a wide range of Almanac publications. A lifelong reader, he loves diving into unusual topics, from boxing history to extraterrestrial life.
- Loves all things vintage—he’s worked for both the oldest artists’ retreat (MacDowell) and the oldest continually published periodical (OFA) in the U.S
- Co-owns a comic shop with his brother
- Wrote a James Dean biography that was stolen; now turning the experience into a novel
- Is slowly rehabbing an inherited house—in his “spare time”
Rachel
Rachel Kipka, Senior Production Artist, has been crafting the Almanac’s pages since 1996. From production to prepress wizardry, she brings creativity to everything she touches.
- Paints and beads in her free time
- Nurtures a thriving collection of houseplants
- Helps manage her family property business with spouse Colin and daughters Catrina and Natasha
- Loves sailing on cruise-ship vacations
Stacey
Stacey Korpi, Direct/Retail Sales Manager, ensures the Almanac is available far and wide—from garden sheds to hardware stores. She loves being outside and tackling new projects.
- Says of her English bulldog, “It’s Benny’s world—we’re just living in it”
- Slight obsession with tiny homes
- Finds weeding with music to be the best therapy
- Enjoys kayaking and swimming in New Hampshire lakes
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Janice Edson, Sales Coordinator, helps get the Almanac into readers’ hands, supporting direct sales and e-commerce. Outdoorsy and adventurous, she’s always ready for a new challenge.
- Hikes, skis, rides horses, and bikes in every season
- Passionate gardener who loves getting her hands in the soil
- Brings adventurous energy to life on and off the page
