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Our Wacky Holidays
Distaff Day
Distaff Day, also called Roc Day, is 7 January, the day after the feast of the Epiphany. It is also known as Saint Distaff's Day, one of the many unofficial holidays in Catholic nations.Many St. Distaff's Day gatherings were held, large and small, throughout local fiber community. The distaff, or rock, used in spinning was […]
Cuddle Up Day
Cuddle Up Day: It’s time to make yourself a hot chocolate with plenty of marshmallows, pull on your PJs and snuggle up with a teddy bear, a good book, or maybe even another human being if you’re especially lucky.We’ve all got our personal responsibilities, from careers and family to finances and charity work, so we’re […]
World Play Your Ukulele Day
Each year Play Your Ukulele Day gives you a chance to ‘change the world four strings at a time’ by playing your ukulele, sharing it, and teaching others to play. That is, presuming that you own one…More Details...All details taken directly from provider content at http://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/play-your-ukulele-day/
Shortbread Day
On Shortbread Day, one needs to keep things short and sweet! Shortbread (not to be confused with shortcake) is an absolutely delicious kind of cookie (sweet biscuit). It is usually made with one part sugar, two parts butter, and three parts white flour. Slightly less traditional recipes can also see such ingredients as chocolate chips […]
Apple Tree Day
Apple Tree Day could also be called ‘Put a Doctor Out of Business Day’ because of the fruit’s health benefits. However, the origin of this day is quite different. Apple Tree Day started as a celebration of an old apple tree almost two centuries old, and has grown to become a celebration of the apple […]
Bean Day
Every once in a while, you come across a special day that just doesn't seem to have any rhyme or reason. Bean Day appears to be one of those days. Bean Day is day of unknown origin, and unknown cause. But, this day gets plenty of recognition from Ecard companies and calendar oriented sites. […]
Three Kings Day
Celebrating the day upon which the three kings arrived at Bethlehem, Three Kings Day is twelve days after Christmas day, and marks the end of the Christmas period.More Details...All details taken directly from provider content at http://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/three-kings-day/
Whipped Cream Day
There's no denying that whipped cream is delicious. It's the perfect topping for desserts and coffee, and it's also great on its own as a snack. That's why we should all celebrate Whipped Cream Day! Whipped cream is made by combining heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract, then beating it until it forms stiff […]
Bird Day
The health of the global bird population is a reflection of and early warning system for our wider ecological health, and current research indicates that up to 12% of all species of birds may be at risk of becoming extinct in the next century. Bird Day aims to raise awareness of the plights faced by […]
Spaghetti Day
One of the world’s favorite dishes, spaghetti is more than deserving of its own little holiday. And because it is both simple and delicious, spaghetti is the perfect dish to make to bring out your inner chef, even if you don’t have all that much cooking experience! The History of Spaghetti Day Many people don’t […]
Tennis Day
There’s no denying that tennis is one of the most popular sports in the world. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, there’s always something new to learn about this exciting game. On Tennis Day, take some time to hit the courts and improve your skills. If you’re a beginner, Tennis Day is […]