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April 19 in History

April 19 in Pop Culture History April 19th is… Amaretto Day Banana Day Bicycle Day Cat Lady Day Dog Parent Appreciation Day Garlic Day Hanging Out Day Humorous Day John Parker Day Oklahoma City Bombing Commemoration Day Rice Ball Day Stress Awareness Day 1775 – The American Revolution began in Lexington, Massachusetts. 1892 -The first

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"So never mind the darkness, we still can find a way 'Cause nothin' lasts forever, even cold November rain" - Gins N Roses

February 16 in History

February 16 in Pop Culture History February 16th is… National Almond Day: Almonds are a nutritious and delicious snack, and this day is set aside to celebrate this versatile nut. Almonds are a type of tree nut that has been enjoyed as a food source since ancient times. They were mentioned in one of the ...
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February 15 in History

February 15 in Pop Culture History February 15th is… Annoy Squidward Day was created to pay homage to the beloved character of Squidward Tentacles from the popular Nickelodeon series Spongebob Squarepants. On this day, fans of the show celebrate by playing various pranks and doing activities that annoy him.  National Flag Day (Mexico): A day ...
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February 14 in History

February 14 in Pop Culture History February 14th is… Cream-Filled Chocolates Day: A day to celebrate and enjoy cream-filled chocolates and its variations. National Ferris Wheel Day is a day to celebrate the invention of the Ferris Wheel and its role in amusement park history. George Washington Ferris, Jr. invented the Ferris Wheel in 1893. ...
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February 13 in History

February 13 in Pop Culture History February 13th is… Cheddar Day is celebrated on February 13th and is a day to enjoy one of America’s favorite cheeses! Cheddar cheese is known for its sharp flavor and versatile uses, making it a perfect addition to any dish. (Also June 4) On Galentine’s Day, show your appreciation ...
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February 12 in History

February 12 in Pop Culture History February 12th is… Darwin Day commemorates the birth of British naturalist Charles Darwin and recognizes his contribution to the science of evolution. Darwin is best known for his theory of evolution through natural selection, which he outlined in his book On the Origin of Species. Darwin Day is celebrated ...
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February 11 in History

February 11 in Pop Culture History February 11th is… Don’t Cry Over Spilled Milk Day reminds us that not everything needs to be taken too seriously. The phrase “Don’t cry over spilled milk” originates from the old English proverb “Crying will not fill the pot”, which was used to teach children about resilience. On this ...
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February 10 in History

February 10 in Pop Culture History February 10th is… Cream Cheese Brownie Day is a day to celebrate and enjoy the delicious combination of cream cheese and brownies. International Cribbage Day is an annual holiday observed on February 10th that celebrates the card game of Cribbage. It is a day to bring together cribbage players ...
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February 9 in History

February 9 in Pop Culture History February 9th is… Bagel and Lox Day: This special day honors the Jewish-American tradition of having a bagel for breakfast with lox (smoked salmon). Chocolate Day is a day dedicated to the appreciation of chocolate. It is part of the week-long celebration of Valentine’s Day, which begins with Rose ...
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February 8 in History

February 8 in Pop Culture History February 8th is… National Boy Scouts Day: A day to recognize and celebrate the contributions of the Boy Scouts of America to youth development and community service. National Kite Flying Day celebrates the joy and fun of flying kites. People have been flying kites for over 2,000 years. The ...
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February 7 in History

February 7 in Pop Culture History February 7th is… 207 Day (in Maine) Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: A day to raise awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS on the African American community and to promote testing, prevention, and treatment. Fettuccine Alfredo Day: A day to celebrate and enjoy the delicious pasta dish of Fettuccine Alfredo. ...
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