Category: Holidays
Mar 10
It’s Also MaryO’Day?
Even though the day is really for Mario, I like to think of it as MaryO day. Since I’m Scottish, how about MaryO’Day? So, I bring you the new holiday…
Sep 06
National Read A Book Day
In another of the “Who Knew” Holidays… National Read A Book Day is observed annually on September 6th. Don’t keep it to yourself. Share the experience! Read aloud to anyone who will listen. Reading improves memory and concentration as well as reduces stress. Older adults who spend time reading show a slower cognitive decline …
May 09
It’s Mother’s Day :)
Mother’s Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in the months of March or May. It complements similar celebrations honoring family members, such as …
Apr 06
Tartan Day: 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Scotland
I have my Black Watch tartan ready to go to wear at the parade in New York whenever COVID allows… Don’t be surprised if you see people decked out in tartan this weekend. Today, April 6, the United States is celebrating National Tartan Day. The day is intended to recognize the contributions of …
Apr 06
Tartan Week!
April 6 is National Tartan Day. This is an official national holiday which kicks off Tartan Week. National Tartan Day honors all the Scottish heritage that flows through this nation. From its earliest beginnings, Americans with Scottish ancestry endeavored for that freedom as much as any American. It was in their blood. It was 400 …
Apr 06
April 6: National Tartan Day
NATIONAL TARTAN DAY April 6 is National Tartan Day. This is an official national holiday. April 6th has been designated as National Tartan Day, a day for celebrating Scottish heritage and pride. The New York Tartan Day Parade is usually held the Saturday nearest Tartan Day. The 2017 18th Annual New York Tartan Day Parade …
Apr 04
Happy Easter!
Easter symbolizes the renewal of life. I wish you and your family the renewal of life, love, and happiness.
Feb 15
Happy Presidents’ Day!
Today is President’s Day, a combo of holidays for George Washington’s and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays, making a new Monday holiday. These days people don’t seem to celebrate much except for having car and furniture sales. When I was a kid, we lived in a small town (Pawcatuck, CT and Westerly, RI are sister towns, virtually …