Discover some fun facts and historical trivia about all your favorite national days of the year.
It’s time for the debate, candy apple vs caramel apple, what’s the difference and which is better? Let’s learn their histories and attributes. Like gingerbread cookies, candy and caramel apples are traditionally enjoyed during the holiday season each year. Both of these desserts are served in the fall, and feature apples on a stick with…
The history of vinyl records is a very important chapter of music history. Keep reading to learn how vinyl records have changed over time! Vinyl records have undergone many changes over the years, but no matter how they have evolved over time, records have always been a vital part of music history. Would you believe…
Have you been curious about the Pina Colada origin? Keep reading to find out the history behind the drink and learn some facts about how this popular tropical cocktail came to be. The Pina Colada Origin There’s some controversy as to whether pirates or bartenders invented the cocktail, so let’s start from the beginning. Research shows…
The modern bikini has a long and controversial past. It is even associated with nuclear testing in the USA! Read on to find out more about the history of the bikini and the origin of early two piece swimsuits. The word bikini is generic term for a two-piece swimsuit that comes in many different cuts,…
Chinese New Year is a traditional Chinese holiday that is celebrated on the first day of the Chinese calendar. In 2020, the first day of the Chinese New Year falls on January 25 – almost a month later than our normal New Year. This special day on the Chinese calendar is also celebrated in quite…
The history of gingerbread spans many centuries and continents. Read on to learn about the evolution of this traditional Christmas treat. If you’ve ever wondered where gingerbread men came from, why we make gingerbread houses, and why gingerbread is a symbol of Christmas, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s dive into the rich history…
Guy Fawkes Day is also known as Bonfire night and Firework night. It is an annual celebration, observed on November 5, in the UK and a few other places. History of the Gunpowder Plot – Bonfire Night and Firework Night The history of the celebration began in 1605, when Guy Fawkes was arrested for guarding…
March 11 is National Johnny Appleseed Day. The legend follows a true life character with a love of apple trees. The national day for him is also celebrated on September 26, the day of his birth. More people celebrate the day in September than in March, and this seems to make sense because of fall apple…
We all love to kiss under the mistletoe at Christmas. But have you ever wondered why we do this during the holidays? The history of mistletoe actually goes back centuries. What a month this is going to be! Did you know that there are over 150 National Days in December to celebrate? December 1st is National Mistletoe…
Have you heard about the vinegar and water melting ice trick? Does it really work? For many of us here in the U.S. there is a lot of snow. That means that, more often than not, when you go outside in the morning, your car will be covered in snow and ice. Wouldn’t it…
These snowy winter photos show the majesty of the cold months. For me, winter is a time of reflection. I think back on the year that has passed and ahead to the one which is yet to come. As the days get shorter and so much colder, I hunker down and do things that I…
Each year during the festive season, our homes get decorated with all manner of holiday greenery. Whether it be holly and ivy, Christmas trees of fir or spruce, Mistletoe balls and sprigs, or other forms of holiday greenery, our homes seem to always get the extra decor. What is the Story behind Christmas Greenery? Did…
