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There is no official origin for this particular holiday, and it has grown out of custom and fun. However, it does provide an opportunity to enjoy one of the world’s favorite (and oldest) beverages. Take a chance to try a new variety of wine you’ve never tried. Even if you were to drink a glass of wine daily over a lifetime, you could only taste all varieties. As of 2010, more than 75,000 variations within 200 primary categories.

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Feb

Wine, Open that Bottle Night: February 22

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Dorothy J Gaiter and John Brecher created Open That Bottle of Wine Night. The purpose is to open that bottle of wine you've been saving. This event is not sponsored.

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Feb

Wingman's Day, Ntl: February 13

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Wingmen are the best friends of guys who look out for their buddy's best interests in dating, flirting, and life. Tomorrow is Valentine's Day, typically when the wingman gets forgotten as the friend focuses on love. So, Wingman's Day is set aside to honor these essential friends on the day before they get ditched. This event first ran in 2016. Annually on February 13.

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Feb

Wise Health Care Consumer Month, Ntl.: February

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Wise Health Care Consumer Month promotes cost-saving, health-enhancing medical self-care, and health care education programs as part of workplace wellness. Multiple tools have been created to help Human Resource Departments integrate Wise consumer health care into the office and work environment. Free Wise Health Care Consumerism Toolkit is available at: http://healthylife.com/wise.

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Feb

Women and Girls in Science, Intl. Day of: February 11

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Celebrating the contributions of women and girls to the sciences, the UN's International Day for Women and Girls in Science highlights gender bias in the sciences (less than 30 percent of professionals worldwide are women). It increases learning opportunities in these fields for women and girls. The internet resource for this event states: "According to UNESCO data (2014 - 2016), only around 30 percent of all female students select STEM-related fields in higher education. Globally, female students' enrollment is particularly low in ICT (three percent), natural science, mathematics and statistics (five percent) and in engineering, manufacturing, and construction (eight percent)." This event first ran in 2016.

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Feb

Women Physicians Day, Ntl. (1821): February 3

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National Women Physicians Day honors the first woman to receive a degree in medicine in the United States, Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell. She was born on February 3, 1821, in Bristol, England. Her family immigrated to the United States in 1832, and she eventually received a medical degree from Geneva Medical College, New York, in 1849. Her thesis was on Typhus Fever, and she graduated first in her class despite the difficulties of being the first woman. National Women Physicians Day honors all the women who followed in Blackwell's footsteps, becoming doctors, scientists, and researchers in the decades and centuries ahead.

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Feb

Women's Heart Health Day, Ntl.: February 1

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Women's Heart Health Day was founded by author, journalist, and heart disease survivor Charlotte Libov to teach women the warning signs of heart disease and how to protect their health. According to Libov: Heart disease is the number one killer of American Women. Every year, an estimated 485,000 American women die of cardiovascular disease (heart disease & stroke), more than twice the number who die of all cancer combined. An estimated 240,000 women die annually of heart disease, five times the number who die of breast cancer. Women suffer nearly half (49 percent) of the 480,000 heart disease deaths annually. More women than men die of heart attacks within the first year of their first heart attack (44 vs. 27 percent). More women than men will suffer a heart attack within four years after their first heart attack (20 percent vs. 16 percent). Heart attacks kill nearly 21,000 women under age 65, with 29 percent being under 55. One in eight women aged 45 and over has had a heart attack. Black women have a 33 percent higher death rate from coronary heart disease than white women and a 77 percent higher death rate from stroke. Coronary heart disease is a major stroke risk factor, killing over 87,000 women each year. An estimated nearly one million Americans are currently living with heart defects. Some defects occur more commonly in women and can remain undetected until well into adulthood, putting their lives at risk.

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Feb

Women's Right to Vote Day (US-UT)(1870): February 12

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Who said religious societies and conservatives aren't progressive? Islam was educating women for centuries before Christianity emerged from the dark ages. And then there are the Mormon women of the territory of Utah. Wyoming and Utah granted women the right to vote 50 years before the United States government on December 10, 1869, and February 12, 1870, respectively. In Wyoming, the women almost lost their rights two years later but squeaked by in a territorial congressional vote. Attacks against their right ceased after 1873. The women of Utah had it a little rougher. The US Congress wasn't too happy about women's suffrage or plural marriage and passed the Edmunds-Tucker Act in 1887, stripping Utah women of their voting rights by hiding it in this anti-polygamy bill. Utah was a territory at the time, hoping for statehood. Polygamy was a big part of the new Mormon faith (created in the 1820s), and it was the reason given as to why Utah, unlike Wyoming, was not invited into the union. Not to be deterred, the women of Utah, Mormon and not, would have none of that—they had been voting for 17 years! It wouldn't happen overnight, but once the LDS Church (the predominant authority in the faith) ended its support of polygamy in 1890, the path to statehood was revived. Upon Utah achieving statehood in 1896, part of the deal was that women retained the right to vote—and hold office. To ensure the US government didn't stage another pull-back, Utah's women ensured their voting rights were enshrined in the state constitution, something they learned from their counterparts in Wyoming when it became a state in 1890. Though the Wyoming Territory had granted the right to vote to its female citizens eight weeks before Utah, the first actual vote cast by a woman in the US or its territories occurred in Utah on February 14, 1870, Valentine's Day.

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Woolworth's Day (1879): February 22

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Woolworths Day marks the anniversary of the establishment of the first five-and-dime department store in the United States. Once a staple of the American retail landscape, Woolworths traces its origins to a single store founded by Frank Winfield Woolworth. On February 22, 1879, Woolworth opened his first store in Utica, New York, which failed within months. Undeterred, he opened a second location in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on June 21, 1879, under the name "Woolworth's Great Five Cent Store." This store was successful and marked the beginning of what would become one of the world's leading retail chains. The Woolworths concept was simple yet revolutionary for the time: selling a wide variety of items for just five cents. The store's success led Woolworth to open additional locations and, eventually, to introduce the ten-cent pricing tier. This expansion was the groundwork for the first "five-and-dime" stores, which sold low-priced goods to the mass market. Woolworth's innovation was not limited to pricing strategies; he pioneered merchandising and store design. His stores were known for their large, open layouts, where goods were displayed on tables rather than behind counters, encouraging customers to browse and select items themselves. The F.W. Woolworth Company incorporated in 1912, and by then, it had become one of the largest retail chains in the world. Woolworth was among the original 12 companies listed on the Dow Jones Industrial Average. At its peak, Woolworths operated thousands of stores worldwide, including the famous Woolworth Building in New York City, completed in 1913 and the world's tallest building until 1930. The building stood as a symbol of Woolworth's success. Despite its early triumphs, Woolworths struggled with changing market conditions and increased competition in the late 20th century. The last Woolworths store in the United States closed in 1997, marking the end of an era for the once-dominant retailer. However, the Woolworth name lived on internationally, particularly in countries such as the United Kingdom, Germany, and South Africa, though these businesses were no longer directly connected to the original American company. Today, Dollar Store and Dollar General carry on the tradition created by Woolworth. Though gone, his contributions to retail will never be forgotten.

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Work Naked Day, Ntl.: February 7

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Work Naked Day is a play on words. Today is about pursuing your dreams and working from home, that is, being your boss. If you've thought about running your own company or starting your own business, this is the day to begin putting your dreams into action. WorkingNaked.com sponsored this day but no longer exists. The day was created by Lisa Kanarek, the sponsor of this day, who is one of the foremost experts on setting up a home office to be productive.

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Work Your Proper Hours Day (UK): February 28

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Work Your Proper Hours Day is when the average person who does unpaid overtime finishes the unpaid days they do every year and starts earning for themselves. Are you one of the five million Brits who donate their labor to their employer through unpaid overtime? Use this calculator to determine how much it is costing you: https://secure.goingtowork.org.uk/page/content/unpaid-overtime.

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Yom HaMishpacha (IL): February 28/March 1

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Yom HaMishpacha (Family Day) is a relatively new holiday in Israel that was established in 2001. The holiday is celebrated on the 30th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat, which usually falls in February. Yom HaMishpacha is intended to celebrate the importance of family and to promote stronger family ties and relationships. The idea for Yom HaMishpacha originated in the Knesset, where a group of lawmakers proposed the establishment of a national holiday to honor the family. The holiday was designed to provide an opportunity for families to spend time together, to strengthen family bonds, and to reinforce the importance of family values. On Yom HaMishpacha, various events and activities are held throughout Israel to celebrate the holiday. Many families take the opportunity to spend time together, to share meals, and to engage in activities that promote family togetherness. Schools and community organizations also hold events and activities that focus on the importance of family, including workshops and educational programs that provide guidance on how to build strong and healthy family relationships. In addition to promoting family values, Yom HaMishpacha is also seen as a way to address some of the social and cultural changes that have taken place in Israel in recent years. The holiday is designed to counterbalance some of the negative trends that have emerged in Israeli society, such as the decline of traditional family structures and the growing isolation and individualism of modern life. By emphasizing the importance of family and encouraging people to prioritize their relationships with their loved ones, Yom HaMishpacha seeks to build a stronger and more cohesive society.

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Yorkshire Pudding Day (UK): February 2

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Yorkshire Pudding Day, celebrated on the first Sunday of February, honors one of Britain's iconic dishes. Yorkshire pudding, a classic of British cuisine, has its roots in the north of England, with the name deriving from England's largest county, Yorkshire. Yorkshire pudding dates back to the 1700s. Chefs traditionally made it from a batter of eggs, flour, and milk or water. The dish was initially known as "dripping pudding," a reference to the pan drippings from roast meat included in the batter. The result was a light, airy pudding served as a first course with gravy, intended to fill diners up and reduce the amount of more expensive meat required. The earliest known recipe for Yorkshire pudding appeared in a book titled "The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy" by Hannah Glasse in 1747, which established the recipe. Over time, the pudding became a staple accompaniment to the traditional British Sunday roast, particularly roast beef, prepared in various forms, from miniature puddings to large, family-sized portions. Yorkshire Pudding Day evolved online to celebrate this beloved dish's heritage and encourage people to continue the tradition of making and enjoying Yorkshire puddings. Today, families, restaurants, and pubs across the UK prepare Yorkshire puddings, sometimes with modern twists on the classic recipe. The day is not only a celebration of a culinary tradition but also serves to highlight the region's cultural history. Yorkshire pudding's enduring popularity is a testament to its role in British culinary tradition and its development from a practical solution for making meals more filling into a national dish that carries a sense of pride and nostalgia.

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Youth Day (CM): February 11

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On February 11 each year, Cameroon in West Africa celebrates its youth with parades, activities, and festivities. Youth Day is a national holiday in the country.

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Youth Leadership Month: February

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Youth Leadership Month, observed annually in February across the United States, is dedicated to celebrating and promoting the role of young people in leadership and community engagement. The month-long observance encourages youth to take active roles in their communities and develop leadership skills that will serve them throughout their lives. The initiative for Youth Leadership Month emphasizes the importance of mentorship, education, and opportunities for youth to lead. Schools, youth organizations, and community groups often host events, workshops, and activities designed to inspire and empower young people. These events provide the tools and resources for effective leadership, including public speaking, problem-solving, team building, and project management skills. Youth Leadership Month also highlights the achievements of young leaders who have significantly contributed to their communities. It is a time to showcase the younger generation's potential and provide them with platforms to voice their ideas and perspectives on social, economic, and political issues. Award and scholarship presentations highlight exceptional leadership qualities. Educational institutions and organizations often initiate campaigns or projects encouraging young people to take on leadership roles and engage in civic activities. The observance of Youth Leadership Month reflects a broader societal recognition of the vital role that young people play in shaping the future. It is an acknowledgment that investing in youth leadership can have a profound impact on community development and the fostering of a responsible and active citizenry. In summary, Youth Leadership Month in the United States is a celebration of the potential and accomplishments of young leaders. It underscores the importance of nurturing leadership skills in young people and provides opportunities for them to become involved, make a difference in their communities, and prepare for the responsibilities of adulthood.

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