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Personal Firewall Day
Personal Firewall Day
Feast of the Ass
The Feast of the Ass (Latin: Festum Asinorum or asinaria festa, French: Fête de l'âne) was a medieval, Christian feast observed on January 14, celebrating the Flight into Egypt. It was celebrated primarily in France, as a by-product of the Feast of Fools celebrating the donkey-related stories in the Bible, in particular the donkey bearing […]
Pizza With The Works Except Anchovies Day
When faced with the question of “what would you like on your Pizza?”, the pizza novice might answer “everything, please!”. This is a rookie mistake, the correct answer is ‘everything except anchovies!’, at least that’s the case for those of us who aren’t keen on those arguably pizza-spoiling salty fish! Pizza With The Works Except […]
Mother Goose Day: Celebrating Timeless Tales on May 1st
As the calendar turns to May 1st, a delightful holiday flutters into our lives like a storybook page come alive—Mother Goose Day! This enchanting celebration honors the beloved collection of nursery rhymes and fairy tales that have shaped childhoods across generations. From "Humpty Dumpty" to "Jack and Jill," these timeless verses have danced through our earliest memories, making Mother Goose Day a perfect opportunity to revisit these cherished stories.
World Turtle Day
World Turtle Day, celebrated on May 23, was established in 2000 by American Tortoise Rescue to promote the conservation of turtles and tortoises. The day, chosen during the nesting season, emphasizes education on threats like habitat loss and illegal trafficking, while celebrating turtles' ecological importance and long evolutionary history. Various activities, such as beach cleanups and educational workshops, highlight this global observance that encourages conservation actions and support for relevant organizations.