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World UFO Day is a day dedicated to the existence of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFO). It aims to raise awareness about the “existence of UFOs and with that intelligent being from outer space,” encouraging people to “think about the possibility of us not being alone in the Universe”. If you …
International Joke Day is celebrated on July 1st every year! Fun fact: The first “knock-knock” joke was introduced by Shakespeare in Macbeth in 1603. Fun fact: There’s scientific evidence to prove that laughter is the best medicine. It gives the immune system a boost by decreasing stress hormones, improves heart …
What is Tau? Tau is the constant is numerically equal to 2pi (2 times pi) and with a value of approximately 6.28. The ratio equates to 2C/D. Facts about Tua: Tau (uppercase/lowercase Τ τ), is the letter of the Greek alphabet, used to represent the “t” sound in Ancient and …
National Camera Day is celebrated on June 29th every year! Smile! Fun fact: The word “photography” is based on two Greek words that, when put together, mean “writing with light.” Fun fact: The first selfie ever taken was in 1839. Celebrate this day by coloring your own paper camera (or …
Celebrate National Canoe Day on June 26 with this free handout! Draw yourself and a friend, family member, character, or celebrity in the canoe and color the scene! Click here to download the PDF Click here for a full list of handouts
National Sunglasses Day is celebrated on June 27th every year! The Vision Council created National Sunglasses Day to inform people about the dangers of UV exposure. They are meant for more than a fashion statement. Fun fact: The first sunglasses were created over 2,000 years ago. Celebrate this day by …
June 25th is the “Day of the Seafarer.” It recognizes the invaluable contribution seafarers make to international trade and the world economy, often at great personal cost to themselves and their families. A seafarer is defined as literally being someone who is employed to serve aboard any type of marine …
National Pralines Day is celebrated on June 24th every year! Fun fact: Belgian Pralines – contain a hard chocolate shell with a softer, sometimes liquid, filling. French Pralines – a combination of almonds and caramelized sugar. American Pralines – contain milk or cream and are softer and creamier, resembling fudge. …
