The International Civil Aviation Day is celebrated on December 7th. This day commemorates the signing of the Convention on International Civil Aviation, also known as the Chicago Convention. The convention was signed in 1944 and came into effect in 1947. It established the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a specialized agency of the United Nations. …
St. Nicholas Day, also called the Feast of St. Nicholas, is celebrated on December 6 in many European countries. The day commemorates St. Nicholas, a Christian saint who was known for his generosity and love for children. On this day, children often receive gifts from “St. Nick” or other family members. In some areas of …
The United Nations’ (UN) World Soil Day is held on December 5 annually to raise awareness of the importance of soil for human survival. The day is also a reminder of the need to protect this vital resource. Soil provides many ecosystem services, including supporting plant growth, filtering and purifying water, and cycling nutrients. It …
December 5th is International Volunteer Day, a day to celebrate the power and potential of volunteerism. This day was established by the United Nations in 1985 as an annual day of recognition for volunteers around the world. Volunteers play a vital role in communities, providing critical services and support that help to build a better …
Wildlife Conservation Day is celebrated every year on October 4th. This day was created to bring awareness to the importance of conserving our wildlife and their natural habitats. There are many ways we can help conserve wildlife, such as reducing our carbon footprint, supporting organizations that advocate for conservation, and spreading the word about the …
The International Day of Banks is celebrated on the first Monday in October. This day was created to honor the role that banks play in society and to promote banking awareness. In recognition of the role that banks play in our economy, the United Nations has declared October 1st as International Day of Banks. This …
The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery is an annual observance that commemorates the struggle against slavery and human trafficking. It also raises awareness of the continued need to fight these scourges in today’s world. The day was first observed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1986. Today marks the International Day for …
Candle Day is a day to celebrate the invention of the candle. On this day, people all over the world light candles in honor of the person who invented the candle. This day is also a time to reflect on the importance of light in our lives and how it brings comfort and peace. Today …
National Mutt Day is celebrated on July 31st and was created to celebrate all mixed breed dogs. This day is also a great opportunity to adopt a mixed breed dog from a shelter or rescue organization. In honor of National Mutt Day, let’s celebrate all the wonderful mixed breed dogs out there! These pups are …
In 2010, American Express founded Small Business Saturday to help businesses with their most pressing need – customers. The day happens every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, and is a day for people across the country to support the small businesses that make their community unique. Many small businesses offer special promotions and events …
