Category Archives: POLITICS / CURRENT EVENTS

    National Crab Rangoon Day, observed every year on February 13, is an informal holiday concocted by Boston friends Sarah White, Kara Sweeney, and Kristin Ostrem. This pre-Valentine’s Day festivity serves as a delightful diversion for friends to gather, shedding the blues often associated with being single during the season of romance. This day […]

    National Van Day is celebrated annually on February 11, commemorating one of the world’s most diverse and widespread names. The name Van, often recognized as a common suffix in Dutch surnames, is also a standalone name that derives from names like Ivan and Evan. The unique history and global use of Van make […]

    National Shut-in Visitation Day occurs annually on February 11 in the United States. This day highlights the importance of visiting those who are housebound due to physical or mental health issues, which often leaves them feeling isolated and lonely. Many of these individuals are so disconnected from the outside world that they depend […]

    National Peppermint Patty Day rolls around every February 11, providing us with a delightful reason to indulge in this sweet treat. Interestingly, peppermint patties are lower in calories and fat compared to many other candies. So, if this is new information for you, perhaps it’s time to savor one and brighten your day […]

    People from around the world gather annually to celebrate National Marc Day on February 11. This celebration, which takes place across various regions globally, commemorates one of the most beloved and versatile masculine names, Marc. The name Marc, popular in English, Spanish, and French-speaking areas, shares a common Latin origin with these languages, […]

    To put it in another way, as Yeats might suggest: “There are no strangers in the world, just friends you haven’t had the chance to meet yet.” It’s vital to continue cultivating friendships, which is why National Make a Friend Day holds such significance. Forming a new friendship can introduce you to fresh […]

    When you think of a guitar, who pops into your head? Perhaps Jimi Hendrix, Andrés Segovia, or Eric Clapton? Certainly, these influential figures have earned their places among the greatest guitarists ever. They’ll definitely be highlighted, but the guitar’s story extends far beyond these players. It’s a tale of an instrument with incredible […]

    National Lost Penny Day is a yearly celebration held on February 12. Pennies are often seen as trivial coins that don’t easily fit in wallets or purses. They tend to escape from pockets or bags, and once lost, are rarely recovered. This day encourages you to pause from your busy life and search […]