February 25 in Pop Culture History National Chili Day 1836 – Samuel Colt was granted a United States patent (#9430X) for his Colt revolver. 1901 – J.P. Morgan incorporated the United States Steel Corporation. 1919 – Oregon became the first US state to levy a gasoline tax by placing 1 cent tax on every gallon …
February 24 in Pop Culture History 1582 – The Gregorian Calendar, which most of the world uses today, was introduced. 1711 – The London premiere of Rinaldo by George Frideric Handel. It was the first Italian opera written for the London stage. 1863 – Arizona was organized as a United States territory. 1892 (Earthquake) Imperial …
February 23 in Pop Culture History 1455 – Traditional date for the publication of the Gutenberg Bible, the first Western book printed with movable type. Ironically, if there were newspapers at the time, we could be more confident about the date. 1739 – Richard Palmer was identified by his former schoolteacher, as the outlaw Dick …
International World Thinking Day is celebrated every year by both The Girl Scouts and The Girl Guides. It is also celebrated by some boy organizations. The point of International World Thinking Day is for Girl Scouts/Guides to think about their sister and brothers around the world. In recent years the holiday has been themed. There …
February 22 in Pop Culture History February 22nd is… Be Humble Day was created to encourage people to reflect on their attitudes and actions and to promote humility and self-awareness in their daily lives. Humility is often considered a desirable trait, as it can help people to be more open-minded, empathetic, and grounded in their …
February 21 in Pop Culture History February 21st is… Card Reading Day: A day to celebrate the art and practice of card reading, including tarot and oracle cards. Grain-free Day is a holiday dedicated to raising awareness and supporting individuals with dietary restrictions related to grains. The day’s focus is to encourage the exploration of …
February 20 in Pop Culture History February 20th is… National Cherry Pie Day: Cherry pie is often considered an “American thing” because it has been a staple of American cuisine for centuries and is often associated with American culture and tradition. The popularity of cherry pie in the United States can be traced back to …
February 19 in Pop Culture History February 19th is… Arabian Horse Day: The Arabian horse, also known as the Arab, is known for its distinctive head shape, intelligence, loyalty and speed. It is believed that the breed originated in Arabia over 4,500 years ago and was later imported to Europe in the Middle Ages. Boston …
February 18 in Pop Culture History February 18th is… Drink Wine Day: Wine has been enjoyed for centuries and is a beloved beverage all over the world. People often celebrate wine by drinking it with meals, toasting special occasions, or simply savoring a glass at the end of a long day. Wine is also widely …
