EVENTS "Time fo-ah what's goin' on," as the man who owned a television station in Bangor, Maine used to say when presenting community events.
HAPPY MARCH!
March 1st – World Compliment Day . . . and may I say “You look mah-velous, dah-link!
March 2nd – Oscar Night
March 3rd – National Anthem Day – On this date in 1931, “The Star Spangled Banner” was designated the official anthem of the United States of America – resolution signed by President Herbert Hoover. Francis Scott Key wrote the lyrics in 1814 after witnessing the British attack on Fort McHenry during the War of 1812. The melody had been written earlier by John Stafford Smith.
March 4th – Hug A GI Day – or at the very least – say “Thank You!” It’s also Fat Tuesday – so Happy Mardi Gras & Laissez les bons temps rouler!
March 5th – Ash Wednesday
March 6th – Dentist’s Day
March 7th – Employee Appreciation Day
March 8th – International Working Women’s Day
March 9th – Get Over It Day
March 10th – International Day of Awesomeness . . . ah, this one has me all over it!
March 11th – Johnny Appleseed Day . . . and yes, we also celebrate this on September 26, which marks the birthday of John Chapman in 1774 (aka Johnny Appleseed).
March 12th – Girl Scouts Day – this organization was founded on this date in 1912 in Savannah, Georgia.
March 13th – It’s Smart & Sexy Day – AND – Popcorn Lovers Day!
March 14th – National Pi Day . . . because Pi is 3.14 . . . get it?
March 15th – Beware the Ides of March. Had Caesar listened.
March 16th – Freedom of Information Day – celebrated on the birthday of James Madison. The 4th President of the United States was born on this date in 1809. He is considered the Father of the Constitution and was a staunch advocate for openness in government.
March 17th –Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Erin go Bragh!
March 18th – Tea for Two Tuesday
March 19th – Let’s Laugh Day
March 20th – Happy Spring! Spring Equinox officially arrives at 11:06PM EDT.
March 21st – Fragrance Day
March 22nd – As Young As You Feel Day
March 23rd – National Puppy Day – a fave at Chez Fisher!
March 24th – National Cheesesteak Day
March 25th – Feast of the Annunciation
March 26th – Live Long & Prosper Day . . . you, Trekkies!
March 27th – National “Joe” Day . . . a biggie with my Joe!
March 28th – Weed Appreciation Day
March 29th – National Mom & Pop Business Owners Day
March 30th – Take A Walk In The Park Day
March 31st – National Crayon Day
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