Scallop shells symbolized female fertility in ancient times. Venus, the goddess of love, was often depicted with them, most famously in Botticelli's "Birth of Venus."
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Baked Scallops Day
Pepper Pot Day
Date When Celebrated : Always December 29 Pepper Pot Day commemorates the creation of this thick spicy soup, which was served to the Continental Army during the cold, harsh winter of 1777-1778. Pepper Pot soup was first made on December 29, 1777. According to the legend........... During the Revolutionary war, the Continental army was camped […]
Rural Transit Day
Celebrate Rural Transit Day on July 16th by recognizing the vital role that public transportation plays in connecting rural communities. Join us in highlighting the impact of accessible and reliable transit services in improving the quality of life for residents in rural areas. From supporting local businesses to enhancing social connections, let's raise awareness about the importance of rural transit on this special day. Join the conversation and spread the word about Rural Transit Day on July 16!
Pig Day
National Pig Day is an event held annually on March 1 in the United States to celebrate the pig. The holiday celebration was started in 1972 by sisters Ellen Stanley, a teacher in Lubbock, Texas, and Mary Lynne Rave of Beaufort, North Carolina.[1][2][3] According to Rave the purpose of National Pig Day is ""to accord […]
Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day
Why January 11th?There is a controversy among some MorseCode operators on who actually created the code: Samuel Morse or AlfredVail. So, in order to not offend either side, I've chosen the dateof January 11, because on January 11, 1838 both Morse and Vail didthe first public demonstration of the electric telegraph together.What's The Purpose?As of […]