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Celebrate New Beer's Eve with an ice-cold brew: Cheers
If you happen to enjoy an ice-cold brew every now and then, get ready to raise your glass. April 6 is New Beer's Eve, an annual occasion that commemorates an important event in American history. If you're in the mood for a refreshing beverage, all you have to do is make a quick trip to a local liquor, convenience store or bar, right? Heck, you can even whip up your own. But it wasn't all that long ago when it was actually against the law to consume alcohol in America. Difficu
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National Siamese Cat Day: 'Purrfect' holiday celebrates magnificent Meezers
When it comes to holidays, April 6 is just plain "purrfect!" It's National Siamese Cat Day, an annual animal holiday that shines the spotlight on the magnificent Siamese breed! While all felines are fabulous, "Meezers" exude grace and elegance and are one of the most popular cats around. These elegant kitties, originating from Siam (Thailand), came to America in the late 1800s. In fact, America's first Siamese cat was actually a gift for First Lady Lucy Hayes, wife of United
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Happy Bell Bottoms Day: Groovy holiday celebrates fashion trend of days gone by
April 5 is Bell Bottoms Day, an annual event that celebrates a very famous fashion trend of days gone by. Flared or belled below the knees, bell bottoms were the go-to pants for many in the 60s and 70s – and the bigger the bell, the better. Once worn by sailors, the Sonny and Cher television show helped popularize the wide-legged trousers. Typically made of denim, cotton or polyester, men and women often donned platform shoes to keep the casual pants from dragging on the floo
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Easter
Go grab your finest duds and decorated bonnets. Whether you plan on celebrating by attending a sunrise service, enjoying an elegant brunch with family, attending a parade or participating in a fun hunting adventure, Easter is finally here! As millions around the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, children from near and far are anxiously awaiting the arrival of the world’s most famous hare. Get ready to hippity hoppity, folks. The Easter Bunny is on the way! Whi
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Easter Bunny facts: Eggciting Easter Bunny FAQs you never knew
Have you heard the "eggcititing" news? A very special rabbit should be hippity hopping into your neighborhood. Children around the country are waiting for the annual visit from their favorite rabbit - the Easter Bunny. Easter Bunny FAQs Although we can't be certain, it's believed the Easter Bunny made his first visit to America in the 1700s. While we all know Santa Claus lives in the North Pole, the Easter Bunny lives in a top-secret location! Like Santa, the Easter Bunny i
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Find a Rainbow Day
After an extraordinarily long winter, spring has finally sprung! While the weather outside may not be delightful, April 3 is sure to put a little spring in your step. It's Find a Rainbow Day. Although April showers hopefully means May flowers, April usually includes dreary days and gloomy weather. While finding a rainbow may not be possible in your neck of the woods today, why not gather up the kids and add a splash of color to your day by whipping up a colorful recipe? And
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World Party Day: Party On!
Have you heard the big buzz? Get out the horns and get ready to put on your party hat! Besides Tweed Day and Find a Rainbow Day, April 3 is also World Party Day (WPD), and you're invited! WPD is an annual occasion encourages people all over the world to make the world a better, happier place through celebrations in a party-like atmosphere! Where do we sign up? Talk about a novel idea! First observed in 1996, World Party Day, also known as P-Day, was actually inspired by
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Tweed Day
April 3 is Tweed Day. Like many non-traditional holidays, the origins of this particular holiday are unknown. But what makes this special day a bit more unusual is that no one is quite sure what the annual event celebrates. Boss Tweed Some believe Tweed Day recognizes the infamous senator-turned-crook, William “Boss” Tweed, who was born on this day in 1823. Considered the “poster boy” for political corruption, he was the wealthiest and most powerful politician at the time. Ev
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Happy International Children’s Book Day: It's story time
Hip hip hooray – April 2 is International Children’s Book Day (ICBD)! In a “word,” this annual international “holiday” takes place on or around the day beloved poet and children’s book author, Hans Christian Andersen, was born. ICBD inspires a love of reading and celebrates children’s books. Celebrations, competitions and various events are held at libraries, schools and other locations around the globe in honor of the event. Some attendees even dress up as their favorite sto
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National Walk to Work Day: Hit the road, ditch the wheels and take a hike
Spring has sprung and warmer weather is finally on the way! Now is the time to get out of the house and enjoy a little fresh air! On the "heels" of National Walking Day, the first Friday in April is a special day of the year that encourages folks around the country to take a hike! Literally. It's National Walk to Work Day! Launched back in 2004, the annual event is endorsed by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Prevention Magazine and other profession
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National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
If you’re looking for a tasty treat to eat, go grab your plate! April 2 is a day for kids of all ages. Besides World Autism Awareness Day and International Children’s Book Day, April 2 is also National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. The delicious combination of salty peanuts with sweet jelly sandwiched between a couple slices of bread, is pretty hard to resist. While the origins of this annual food holiday are unknown, today serves as the perfect excuse to whip up a good ole’ P
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April Fools' Day
When it comes to fun holidays, today takes the cake! April 1 is April Fools' Day in the U.S.A! While there is some debate as to the origins of this fun-loving “holiday,” many folks look forward to the annual event. Some pranksters scheme and plot for days or months in order to pull off the perfect prank. Whether you rely on the old standards like “pull my finger” or the classic whoopee cushion, some folks go to great lengths to come up with elaborate hoaxes, schemes, gags an
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April Fools' Day Pranks & Gags
Attention pranksters - the best day of the year is finally here! April 1st is April Fools' Day! While there is some debate as to the origins of this fun-loving “holiday,” many people look forward to the annual event. Some pranksters scheme and plot for days or months in order to pull off the perfect prank. Whether you rely on the old standards like “pull my finger” or the classic whoopee cushion, some folks go to great lengths to come up with elaborate hoaxes, schemes, gags
