February 27th – Pokemon, Polar Bears and Anosmia

Polar Bears

Pokemon Day Pokémon Day is celebrated annually on February 27th to commemorate the launch of the first Pokémon games, Pokémon Red and Green, in Japan in 1996. It’s an official celebration of the franchise, often marked by special announcements, events, and promotions from The Pokémon Company. Pokémon Polar Bear Day International Polar Bear Day is […]

February 26th – Jeans, Carpe Diem and Thermos Bottles

Levi Jeans

Levi Strauss Day Levi Strauss Day is celebrated on February 26th to honor the life and legacy of Levi Strauss, the German-American businessman who founded the company Levi Strauss & Co. and is credited with creating the first pair of blue jeans. Levi Strauss was born on February 26, 1829, in Bavaria, Germany. He immigrated […]

February 25th – Nuts, Pistols and Quiet

Weather

Chocolate Covered Nut Day Chocolate Covered Nut Day is celebrated on February 25th, and it’s a day to indulge in one of the most beloved snack combinations: chocolate-covered nuts. Whether it’s almonds, peanuts, cashews, or hazelnuts, the pairing of chocolate with nuts has been a popular treat for centuries, offering both sweetness and crunch in […]

February 23rd – Tootsie Rolls, Diesel and Curling

Rhubarb Pie

Tootsie Roll Day Tootsie Roll Day is celebrated on February 25th to honor the iconic Tootsie Roll candy, which was introduced on this day in 1896 by Leo Hirshfield. The candy is named after his daughter, Tootsie, and has become one of the oldest and most beloved candies in the United States. The Tootsie Roll […]

January 22nd – Walk the Dog and Swallow a Sword

Waling Your Dog

Walking the Dog Day National Walking the Dog Day is celebrated on February 22nd each year, encouraging dog owners to get outside and take their dogs for a walk. It’s a fun and healthy way to bond with your pet while also getting some exercise yourself! If the weather permits, explore new parks or trails, […]

February 21st – Sticky Buns and Mother Language

Sticky Buns

Mother Language Day International Mother Language Day is observed on February 21st every year to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. Established by UNESCO in 1999 and first observed in 2000. Honors the Bengali Language Movement in Bangladesh, where protesters were killed on February 21, 1952, advocating for Bengali to be recognized as an […]