Celebrating Love- the History and Development of Valentine’s Day

Celebrated annually on February 14, Valentine’s Day, also known as the Feast of Saint Valentine or Saint Valentine’s Day, has its roots as a Christian feast honoring one or two early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine. Over time, this holiday has come to hold significance in many parts of the world, both culturally, religiously, and… Read More »

February 6 is National Lame Duck Day 

National Lame Duck Day, celebrated every February 6, observes the day the 20th Amendment was passed, reducing what’s known as the congressional lame-duck period or the weeks between the congressional elections and their inauguration day. During this time, elected officials on their way out of office tend to have less clout and are just waiting for… Read More »

February 5 is ‘National Weatherperson’s Day’

There are few things that can affect our day — or inspire small talk in an elevator —quite like the weather. But instead of getting caught in a heavy downpour without an umbrella, what if there were a group of special people who could give us a hint beforehand? That’s why we celebrate National Weatherperson’s… Read More »