How Often Does the Calendar Repeat?
image source: unsplash There are many odd things that we take for granted today about the standard 'Gregorian Calendar' that's been in use now since 1582. One of the interesting things about this way of measuring the earth's revolutions around the sun is that you can...
Spotlight: When and How to Celebrate National Hat Day
Hatters gonna hat, and on January 15, they’re going to celebrate National Hat Day in some pretty natty style. January is a month in need of cheer; it’s two weeks after the excitement of Christmas has disappeared, it’s usually bitter cold, and the next holiday...
Awesome Ways To Celebrate The Most Annoying People Ever (Siblings)
Do you have a brother or sister that you want to celebrate? If so, National Siblings Day is the perfect day to spend with them. Read on to find out more.
Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday: Who Is He and Why Do We Celebrate Him?
The United States is currently on its 45th president. Not every single president has a national celebration of their birthday. The ones that do have done many things are remembered for, making it a must to celebrate them. One of the past presidents that has a...
Pearl Harbor Day: When Is It Observed and Why Is It Important?
On December 7, 1941, the Imperial Japanese Navy launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, the site of a U.S. Navy and Army base. Not only did the attack catapult the United States into World War II, it also resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries for...
The History and Importance of Federal Holidays
As President’s Day passes, you might start looking forward to the next federal holiday so that you do not need to go into work. We all need a break sometimes, and these holidays spread throughout the year often come at just the right time. While you are waiting for...
In Observance of Fun: Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and Easter
Almost every day, someone posts on Facebook or another social media site, declaring the day to be “National Best Friend’s Day” or “National Siblings Day.” We all need things to look forward to and ways to celebrate those we love. The next opportunities to do so are on...
Three Ways to Spend Your President’s Day Weekend
Whenever February rolls around you find yourself full of so many questions. When is President’s Day? Is President’s Day a Holiday? Will you get the day off? Why does February feel so long? Well, you might not find all the answers, but President’s Day is a federal...