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National Bison Day – November 5, 2022, history, significance

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National Bison Day – November 5, 2022, history, significance You see them everywhere — on coins, on sports team logos, and a couple of state flags. No, we’re not talking about the bald eagle. This honor is reserved for North American bison. On National Bison Day, November 5, an annual event that falls on the first Saturday in November, all Americans should reflect on the impact bison have as a part of our environmental and cultural heritage. Bison are especially revered by Native people — central to their survival as…

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American Football Day – November 5, 2022, history, significance

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American Football Day – November 5, 2022, history, significance Time to phone your friends and get the old pigskin out, because November 5 is American Football Day. Sure, they could have just called it Football Day, but if we want the rest of the world to join in on the festivities, we should probably be more specific. American Football Day celebrates the U.S.A’s most popular sport and reminds us all that it’s mid-season and we should probably check on our fantasy teams. To know more on how enthusiastic America is…

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World Tsunami Awareness Day – November 5, 2022, history, significance

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World Tsunami Awareness Day – November 5, 2022, history, significance World Tsunami Awareness Day is observed on November 5 every year. Japan is credited for starting this observance, owing to its repeated, bitter tsunamis experience. Over the years, it has built up major expertise in certain areas such as tsunami early warning, public action, and building back better after a disaster to reduce future impacts. The United Nations designated this day to raise awareness about the importance of education about tsunamis to ensure that communities act decisively and without panic…

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Guy Fawke’s Night – November 5, 2022, history, significance

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Guy Fawke’s Night – November 5, 2022, history, significance Guy Fawkes’ Night is celebrated every year on November 5 in the U.K. On this day every year, people light bonfires and set off fireworks in memory or loathing of one man — Guy Fawkes. Today is the anniversary of the failed assassination attempt that happened over 400 years ago and although Guy Fawkes has become the singular name associated with the plot, he was part of a larger group of rebels. This annual ritual has lost its religious overtones and…

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National Love Your Red Hair Day – November 5, 2022, history, significance

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National Love Your Red Hair Day – November 5, 2022, history, significance National Love Your Red Hair Day on November 5 is a day dedicated to the beauty of men, women, girls, and boys – everyone with red hair. Whether you consider your hair strawberry blonde, deep burgundy, or ginger, this day is for you and your uniqueness. Being a redhead means you have been gifted with the world’s rarest hair color and this is the day to celebrate. HISTORY OF NATIONAL LOVE YOUR RED HAIR DAY Red hair occurs…

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National Chicken Lady Day – November 4, 2022, history, significance

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National Chicken Lady Day – November 4, 2022, history, significance At first glance, National Chicken Lady Day on November 4 sounds like a food-related holiday— or perhaps a witty homage to the character played by Mark McKinney on “The Kids in the Hall.” But it’s not really related to either of those things. (OK, it’s sorta related to chicken.) National Chicken Lady Day is named in honor of Dr. Marthenia “Tina” Dupree, a businesswoman and motivational speaker. Dupree’s inspiring story and successful business acumen led to a meeting with President…

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Flag Day in Panama – November 4, 2022, history, significance

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Flag Day in Panama – November 4, 2022, history, significance Panama Flag Day is celebrated on November 4 every year to commemorate the country’s second official liberation from external aggressors. Panama has the unique distinction of having two Independence Days. Panamanians have valiantly resisted colonization for centuries. Whether Spain, Colombia, or later the U.S. — several forces have tried to stifle Panamanian self-determination. The country has emerged stronger every time. Flag Day celebrates Panama’s official separation from the Republic of Colombia in 1903. But wait, there is more to the…

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Fountain Pen Day – November 4, 2022, history, significance

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Fountain Pen Day – November 4, 2022, history, significance Fountain Pen Day takes place on the first Friday in November, so it’s on November 4 this year. It started in 2012 and is a day set aside to specially embrace and promote the use of fountain pens and the enjoyment of writing in general. The day is supported by many businesses and organizations worldwide, and it is common for supporting businesses to hold offers and promotions either on or leading up to the day. The point of the day is…

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Love Your Lawyer Day – November 4, 2022, history, significance

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Love Your Lawyer Day – November 4, 2022, history, significance Love Your Lawyer Day is observed on the first Friday of November, making it November 4 this year. This is when we honor lawyers in the U.S. and encourage them to keep going, despite the often negative reputation they have. Even Shakespeare had nasty things to say about lawyers! This is despite many lawyers doing a wonderful job in tough circumstances, and with an ever-changing work environment. Law and the legal system has been around almost since the beginning of…

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National Candy Day – November 4, 2022, history, significance

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National Candy Day – November 4, 2022, history, significance We hope your sweet tooth is ready, because November 4 is National Candy Day. These sweet and sour treats have been our favorite snack since childhood. Whether they’re hard, chewy, fruit flavored, or a “melt in your mouth not in your hand” sort of treat, candy has been a consistent source of happiness and, as we get older, nostalgia. History of National Candy Day In the early 13th century the English borrowed a word from the French who in turn adopted…

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