• Brew Monday

    Brew Monday

    Origins and Cultural Background of Brew Monday Brew Monday is observed annually on the third Monday of January and centers on the social and emotional role of tea drinking. The […]

  • National Buttercrunch Day

    The Origins of Buttercrunch Candy National Buttercrunch Day celebrates a candy defined by contrast: deep caramel sweetness paired with a crisp snap and rich butter flavor. Buttercrunch is often confused […]

  • National Penguin Day

    National Penguin Day

    Origins and Historical Background of National Penguin Day National Penguin Day is observed annually on January 20 and is widely understood to coincide with the time of year when penguins […]

  • Penguin Awareness Day

    Penguin Awareness Day

    Origins and Purpose of Penguin Awareness Day Penguin Awareness Day is observed annually on January 20 and is dedicated specifically to raising awareness about the conservation challenges facing penguin species […]

  • National DJ Day

    National DJ Day

    Origins and Historical Background of National DJ Day National DJ Day is observed annually on January 20 and recognizes the cultural role of disc jockeys in radio, nightlife, and music […]

  • Squirrel Appreciation Day

    Origins and Development of Squirrel Appreciation Day Squirrel Appreciation Day is observed annually on January 21 and was founded in 2001 by wildlife rehabilitator Christy Hargrove. The holiday was created […]