Author Archives: Christopher Moshier

Turn Your Clocks an Hour Back Are we about to embrace a change in history as we know it? Ahead of Daylight-Saving Time, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio reintroduced the Sunshine Protection Act of 2023 for the 118th Congress. The legislation would end the antiquated practice of changing clocks twice a year. NOT YET! Clocks

Scribble Day International Scribble Day is celebrated on March 27th each year. It’s a relatively new and lighthearted holiday that encourages creativity, self-expression, and the joy of imperfection—especially through drawing and doodling. International Scribble Day was started by author Diane Alber, inspired by her children’s book “I’m NOT Just a Scribble.” The idea is to […]

Live Long and Prosper Day Live Long and Prosper Day is celebrated on March 26th each year. It honors the iconic phrase “Live Long and Prosper” made famous by Mr. Spock from Star Trek, portrayed by Leonard Nimoy. The date was chosen because it’s Nimoy’s birthday (March 26, 1931). The phrase, along with the Vulcan […]

Medal of Honor Day ​Medal of Honor Day is observed annually on March 25 in the United States. It’s a day set aside to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the recipients of the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest and most prestigious military decoration. This award is presented by the President of the United […]

Each Person is A Person of Worth Day National Each Person is a Person of Worth Day is observed annually on March 24th and focuses on the significance of recognizing the value of others and the effect this recognition has on the other person. It’s not a contest. We all have worth. We all contribute […]

Puppy Day ​National Puppy Day is celebrated every year on March 23rd. It was founded in 2006 by animal behaviorist and author Colleen Paige, who also established National Dog Day and National Cat Day. Promote adoption of puppies from shelters and rescues rather than buying from pet stores or puppy mills. Raise awareness about the […]

Talk Like William Shatner Day ​International Talk Like William Shatner Day is celebrated annually on March 22nd to honor the iconic Canadian actor William Shatner, best known for his role as Captain James T. Kirk in Star Trek. The day encourages fans to emulate Shatner’s distinctive speech patterns—marked by dramatic pauses, emphatic intonations, and expressive […]

Day Of Action on Syringe Exchange March 21st is recognized as the National Day of Action on Syringe Exchange. Syringe exchange programs, also known as syringe service programs (SSPs), are a vital component of harm reduction and are an important tool in combating the overdose epidemic.Syringe exchange programs (SEPs), also known as needle exchange programs […]

Alien Abduction Day ​Alien Abduction Day, also known as Extraterrestrial Abduction Day, is observed annually on March 20. This day playfully celebrates humanity’s fascination with UFOs, alien encounters, and the mysteries of the cosmos.​ While the exact inception of Alien Abduction Day remains unclear, it gained prominence in 2008 when a festival in Toronto, organized […]

Spring Begins The spring season is a time of renewal and transition, marking the shift from the cold, dormant months of winter to the warmth and growth of summer. Begins with the vernal equinox, usually on March 19–21, and ends at the summer solstice around June 20–21. Defined for simplicity in weather records as March […]