HOLIDAYS ARE OUR BUSINESS
Our Wacky Holidays
Lemon Chiffon Cake Day
Something that is always worth celebrating is cake. Lemon Chiffon Cake Day celebrates the love of the deliciously light lemon cake that was invented by Harry Baker in 1927. After keeping the recipe a closely-guarded secret for over twenty years, he eventually sold the recipe to Betty Crocker in 1947, after which the packet-mix became […]
Niagara Falls Runs Dry Day
On March 29th, 1848, ice blockages caused rivers to run dry, and reduced the flow of water to such an extent that Niagara Falls’ 3,160 tons of water per second flow came to a halt. Locals celebrate with Niagara Falls Runs Dry Day, and with plenty of great hotels in the area, it’s not hard […]
Something on a Stick Day
Date When Celebrated : Always March 28th Something on a Stick Day celebrates things on a stick. Isn't this just a neat day? We thought you'd agree. So what comes on a stick? Practically anything. The first thing that comes to mind is popsicles and fudgecicles. Hotdogs are poplar on a stick at campfires. There's […]
Black Forest Cake Day
Chocolate, cherries and cream are on the menu for Black Forest Cake Day. Black forest cake, or Black Forest gateaux are the English names for the German dessert, Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte, which translates to Black Forest cherry torteMore Details...All details taken directly from provider content at http://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/black-forest-cake-day/
Spanish Paella Day
Paella is a traditional Spanish dish, made with rice, meat or fish, and a delicious sauce. Whilst many countries and regions have their own recipes and variations, the best paellas are made in Spain, on the beach, with fresh seafood.Still, that’s no excuse not to make your own, and to join in the celebration. Enjoy […]
Joe Day
Date When Celebrated : Always March 27th National Joe Day is a chance to change your name, if only for today. Many people do not like their given name. They wish they could change it. A few actually do. On National Joe Day, it is perfectly okay to have everyone call your ""Joe"". Why Joe, […]
Quirky Country Music Song Titles Day
If you’re rocking out to classics such as “I Still Miss You Baby, But My Aim’s Gettin’ Better” or “You’re the Reason Our Kids Are So Ugly”, then chances are you’re already well on the way to celebrating Quirky Country Music Song Titles Day.More Details...All details taken directly from provider content at http://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/quirky-country-music-song-titles-day/
Spinach Day
It’s not just Popeye who will be strong to the finish on Spinach Day, but everyone who chooses to celebrate the day by consuming some of this leafy green plant will get to join in the health benefits as well!Packed with nutrients such as Iron, Vitamin A and Calcium, spinach is known for being a […]
Go Birding Day
Nesting in the middle of spring is a day that is dedicated to celebrating the wonderful ways of our feathery friends.If you’re a fan of cheeping, flapping, pecking and swooping, then Go Birding Day should certainly appeal.On a serious note, many of our best-loved species, such as the common house-sparrow are currently under threat, so […]
Make Up Your Own Holiday Day
One of our favourite days of the year, Make Up Your Own Holiday Day is a chance to throw away the rule book and celebrate however you like! Get together with your friends and create your own special holiday, and who knows, if it becomes popular enough, it might end up on our calendar!More Details...All details […]
Nougat Day
Satisfy the sweet tooth on Nougat Day and declare it a day for not counting calories! Heck, satisfy a whole mouth of sweet teeth and smile all the way through bites of the delicious mixture.Celebrate the ode to nougat by opening those all-time favorite candy bars that fill with the tasty confectionary. A mixture of […]
Tolkien Reading Day
Tolkien Reading Day is an annual event, launched by The Tolkien Society in 2003, that takes place on March 25. It has the aim of encouraging the reading of the works of J. R. R. Tolkien, and the use of Tolkien's works in education and library groups. The date of March 25 was chosen in […]