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Soft Serve Ice Cream Day celebrates the swirled summer treat on a cone. Carvel Ice Cream Company created the first soft serve ice cream cone, which premiered on August 4, 1938, in Kankakee, Illinois.

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Aug

Aja Ekadashi (H): August 19

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Aja Ekadashi is a fasting day in the Hindu calendar that falls in August or September. Hindus believe if they observe this fast, they will not suffer the consequences of their sins, and activities deemed sinful are forgiven upon completion of the fast. PLEASE NOTE: We use the Indian civil calendar, the official holiday calendar in India. The Hindu faith has many calendars, each specific to different regions and tribes, with dates and celebrations marked by differing positions of the sun, moon, and stars. Names of months and holidays and the corresponding dates in the Gregorian Calendar may vary widely from one calendar to the next. Determine the proper calendar before attending local events.

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Aug

Aviation Day, Ntl. (1871): August 19

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National Aviation Day honors the field of aviation and occurs each year on the birthday of Orville Wright (August 19, 1871). President Franklin Delano Roosevelt proclaimed the day during his administration. Public schools take note of it by having students study the history of aviation and debate its future.

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Aug

Bow Day, Intl.: August 19

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International accessories retailer Claire's created International Bow Day before starting the school year. For centuries, bows have adorned clothes, hair, hats, and other accessories. Items like the bowtie are ubiquitous among men, while hair bows, varying in size and placement, often define women's and girls' fashions of the time. Check for special deals with Claire's on this day.

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Aug

Humanitarian Day, World (2003): August 19

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World Humanitarian Day honors humanitarian aid workers for their work in helping people throughout the world. Its purpose is to increase knowledge of various humanitarian activities and honor those who died pursuing humanitarian causes. Established by the United Nations in December 2008 under the General Assembly A/63/L.49 and observed the following year. August 19 was chosen because it is the anniversary of the 2003 bombing of the Canal Hotel in Iraq, in which 22 people lost their lives, including Sergio Vieira de Mello, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to Iraq.

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Aug

Independence Day, (AF)(1919): August 19

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Independence Day in Afghanistan marks the anniversary of August 19, 1919, when the Treaty of Rawalpindi removed the nation from British rule. Independence Day is a national holiday.

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Aug

Orangutan Day, Intl: August 19

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International Orangutan Day falls on the third Sunday of August. This event promotes the conservation and awareness of orangutans.

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Aug

Photography Day, World (1839): August 19

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On August 19, 1839, the French government purchased the patent for the Daguerreotype process from Louis Daguerre and Joseph Nicephore Niepce. His is the invention that made photography possible. Rather than keep it just for the French people, the government gifted it to the world so that all people, no matter where they lived, would have access to photography. This selfless gift of technology is celebrated each year on the anniversary of the patent acquisition as World Photography Day.

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Aug

Popsicle Day (1924): August 19

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Popsicle Day honors the popsicle on the anniversary of patent US 1505592 for a frozen confection on a stick, August 19, 1924. Popsicles are the accidental creation of 11-year-old Frank Epperson. On a cool winter evening, he left a mixture of soda flavoring and water on the porch. The following day, he discovered that the drink had frozen during the night’s low temperature and tasted good. Popsicles became a sensation at a fireman’s ball in 1922, where they were introduced. Epperson sold his pops on the stick at Neptune beach in California in 1923. First named Epsicle (Epperson icicle), this simple frozen flavored water or juice on a wooden stick has become a favorite summer staple worldwide.

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Aug

Potato Day, Ntl.: August 19

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National Potato Day honors the versatile root popular the world over. Potato starch packs more vitamins and minerals than other carbohydrates, including wheat and barley. Because of this and its ease of cultivation, potatoes quickly became a staple of European diets once introduced. Potatoes are native to South America, most notably Bolivia and Peru, and were brought back to Europe by Spanish Conquistadors in 1536. In 1589, Sir Walter Raleigh brought the potato to Ireland. By 1621, potatoes returned to the New World and arrived in North America. The potato was the first organic crop cultivated and grown in space in October 1995. The Inca were the first to cultivate potatoes between 8,000 and 5,000 BC.

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Aug

World's Fair of Money (US-OK): August 19-23

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The history of the World's Fair of Money dates back to the mid-20th century when the American Numismatic Association (ANA), founded in 1891, began holding annual conventions. Over time, these conventions evolved into what's now known as the World's Fair of Money. This event usually occurs in a different city each year, usually in the United States, attracting thousands of collectors, dealers, and the general public worldwide. The World's Fair of Money aims to provide a platform for coin enthusiasts and collectors to come together. It includes auctions, educational forums, exhibits, and a bourse floor where dealers can buy and sell coins. It's an excellent opportunity for investors and collectors to meet with coin dealers, learn and add to their collections. The highlight of the World's Fair of Money is the exhibit area, where rare and historically significant numismatic items are displayed—many seldom seen outside of a museum setting. The United States Mint and several foreign mints often have booths at the fair, offering the latest coin and medal releases. Representatives of various numismatic organizations and clubs are also present, making the World's Fair of Money a central hub for networking and knowledge-sharing among the numismatic community.

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Aug

Bacon Lovers Day, Ntl: August 20

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Happy Bacon Lovers Day. Like so many great things, from sunglasses to pasta, bacon originated in China around 1500BC. By salting pork, the Chinese could preserve it during hot months. The same technique made its way to Europe and eventually America. Bacon is considered an adequate hangover food (ever noticed you seem to crave fatty foods when hungover?), and the choline found in bacon is said to help in fetal brain development. Our favorite bacon recipe at LEEP? Pita chips dipped in classic hummus and dipped again in bacon bits. It's easy, fast, and addictive. PS: For those on halal, kosher, or vegan diets, nobody said your bacon couldn't be turkey, beef, or plant-based, though there is no substitute for the real thing! Also, check out the Los Angeles Times's 18 ways to enjoy bacon (including a bacon martini, bacon-bourbon-pumpkin pie, and salads): http://www.latimes.com/food/la-dd-recipes-for-bacon-lovers-from-the-la-times-test-kitchen-20140829-photogallery.html Or Weber's favorite bacon grill recipes. https://www.weber.com/US/en/blog/grilling-inspiration/six-recipes-to-celebrate-national-bacon-lovers-day/weber-29555.html

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Chocolate Pecan Pie Day, Ntl.: August 20

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Chocolate Pecan Pie Day is a celebration of pecan pie drizzled in chocolate. Chocolate Pecan Pie Day is an unofficial event with no sponsor.

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Dosimetrist Day, Ntl. Medical: August 20

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International Dosimetrist Day honors the men and women of the radiation oncology team. Medical dosimetry professionals run the radiation equipment used in fighting cancer. It is marked each year on the third Wednesday of August.

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Aug

Lemonade Day (Varies by City US/ZA/CA): August 20*

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Lemonade Day is a fun, experiential program that teaches youth how to start, own and operate their business, a lemonade stand. Over the years, this event has grown international, with events now held in the United States, Canada, and South Africa. By teaching vital analytical skills, financial literacy, and decision making, children learn self-esteem, a key attribute in helping today's youth become the business leaders, social advocates, community volunteers, and forward-thinking citizens of tomorrow. Michael Holthouse founded Lemonade Day in 2007. The event date can be anytime in August, with August 20 the most common. To locate Lemonade Day in your city, check the Lemonadeday.org website: https://lemonadeday.org

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