Category Archives: What Is Tea-Day?

What is Tea-Day? A play on words for us tea aficionados. What is Tea-Day refers to the current day and what holidays or observances are associated with it.

August 8th – Zucchini, Cats and Braids

Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day National Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day, celebrated on August 8, is one of the quirkiest and most charming holidays of the summer. It was created by Thomas Roy, an actor and holiday enthusiast known for inventing whimsical observances like National No Socks Day and […]

August 7th – Purple Hearts and Lighthouses

Lighthouses

Purple Heart Day Purple Heart Day, observed annually on August 7th, honors the brave men and women of the U.S. military who have been wounded or killed in action. The Purple Heart is one of the oldest military decorations in the United States, originally established by General George Washington on August 7th, 1782, during the […]

August 6th – Hiroshima, Sailor Moon and Fresh Breath

Sailor Moon Day

Hiroshima Day Hiroshima Day is observed annually on August 6th to commemorate the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, by the United States during World War II. On August 6, 1945, the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb, codenamed “Little Boy,” on the city of Hiroshima. This was the first time a nuclear weapon was used in […]

August 5th – Couscous and Blogging

Couscous

Couscous Day National Couscous Day, celebrated annually on August 5th, is a relatively new holiday that honors the rich culinary tradition of couscous. It was established in 2020 by The Branded Food Group Limited to raise awareness of couscous as a tasty, nutritious, and easy-to-prepare alternative to staples like rice, pasta, and noodles. Couscous Day […]

August 4th – Psychics and White Wine

Psychic Day

Psychic Day Psychic Day is celebrated annually on August 4th and is a lighthearted observance that honors those who claim to have extrasensory perception (ESP), such as psychics, mediums, clairvoyants, and fortune tellers. Psychic Day is a day dedicated to the exploration and celebration of psychic abilities, intuition, and the mysteries of the metaphysical world. […]

World Alternative Games

World Alternative Games

World Alternative Games The World Alternative Games is a quirky, fun-filled sporting event held in Llanwrtyd Wells, Wales. Established in 2012, this biennial event was created as a lighthearted alternative to the Olympic Games, offering a platform for unconventional and eccentric sports that are rarely seen on the global stage. It celebrates creativity, humor, and […]

August 3rd – Sandcastles, Nuts and Watermelon

Sandcastle and Nuts

Sandcastle Day Sandcastle Day, celebrated on August 3rd, is a day dedicated to the fun and creativity of building sandcastles. This day encourages people to head to the beach or any sandy area to create their own sand masterpieces. Whether you’re crafting elaborate castles with moats and towers or simple, whimsical shapes, Sandcastle Day is […]

Mustard Day

Mustard

Mustard Day National Mustard Day, celebrated on the first Saturday of August, is a flavorful tribute to one of the world’s most beloved condiments. It was officially founded in 1991 by the National Mustard Museum in Middleton, Wisconsin, though the idea originated in 1988 with Jill Sengstock. Mustard Day is an annual celebration dedicated to […]