All - Leep Calendar

National Poet’s Day was created in 2001 by husband and wife poetry lovers Daniel and Natalie Rhodes. It is a day to honor poets and the prose they produce.

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Aug

Senior Citizens Day, Ntl.(1935): August 21

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Senior Citizens Day marks the anniversary of the signing of the Social Security Act by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on August 21, 1935. President Reagan further proclaimed this day via a declaration in 1988. Another Senior Citizen’s Day is observed on May 8 as part of Older Americans Month.

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Aug

Spumoni Ice Cream Day: August 21

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Spumoni Ice Cream Day celebrates the sweet treat brought to America by Italian immigrants from Naples in the late 19th century. Spumoni ice cream has three layers of Italian ice cream mixed with nuts and dried fruits. Spumoni comes from the Italian word “spuma” or foam; spumoni ice cream is sliced rather than scooped.

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Aug

Victims of Terrorism, Day of Remembrance, Intl.: August 21

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Terrorism exists throughout the world. However, five countries, Afghanistan, Iraq, Nigeria, Somalia, and Syria, see the most. These five countries accounted for 75% of all deaths from terrorism in 2017. International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism is a United Nations initiative designed to focus resources and attention on the survivors of terrorism, assisting them with the grieving and recovery process, physically, psychologically, socially, and financially. “I ask that we all reflect on the lives that have been changed forever due to terrorism. Let us commit to showing victims that they are not alone and that the international community stands in solidarity with them, wherever they may be. In their call for healing and justice, they speak for all of us.” — UN Secretary-General, António Guterres

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Aug

Bao Day, Ntl: August 22

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Baos are Asian-style hot steamed buns filled with various savory fillings. National Boa Day is a Chicago-based Wow Boa restaurant promotion to promote their Asian buns.

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Aug

Be an Angel Day: August 22

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Be an Angel Day is your opportunity to be kind and make the world a better place. Today, people put others before themselves, help those in need and pay it forward. Founded by Reverend Jane Howard Feldman, an Interfaith Minister, Life Coach, and Reiki Master, this occasion began in 1993. As Mother Theresa once said, "Let us not be satisfied with just giving money. Money is not enough, money can be got, but they need your hearts to love them. So, spread your love everywhere you go." What beautiful words to live by and remember in honor of Be an Angel Day!

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Aug

Chinese Valentine's Day, Qixi Qingren Jie (CN): August 22

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Qixi Qingren Jie, Chinese Valentines Day or Double Seven Day always on the 7th Day of the 7th month of the Chinese calendar; this festival originated during the Han Dynasty (206 BC-220AD). Chinese Valentines Day, or the Qixi Festival, celebrates the union of two star-crossed lovers in Chinese mythology who, through the help of magpies creating a bridge between them, now form the Milky Way in the stars. In China, this is a festival for young girls and newlywed couples, and it ultimately symbolizes sexual happiness and marital devotion.

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Aug

Hoodie Hoo Day, Southern: August 22

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Created by Wellcat, Hoodie Hoo Day's objective is to mark the day when it is exactly one month until spring begins in the Southern Hemisphere. In anticipation, people are encouraged to walk outside at noon and yell "Hoodie Hoo" at the top of their lungs.

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Aug

Never Bean Better Day, Ntl.: August 22

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Never Bean Better Day celebrates the unconditional love pets give their owners and is named for the celebrity and registered therapy Golden Retriever, Bean. Never Bean Better Day is a fundraising event, and an awareness campaign focused on the benefits of therapy animals and the joy they bring to life.

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Aug

Pecan Torte Day, Ntl.: August 22

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National Pecan Torte Day celebrates the Pecan Torte. Though denser, broader, and shorter than traditional cakes, the term ‘torte’ means cake in German and Hungarian. The difference between the two is that the torte often contains nuts and cakes unless in the frosting, do not.

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Aug

Plant Milk Day, World: August 22

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Last century this industry barely existed, and today it is worth over $16 billion in sales annually. Plant-based milk products, including almond and soy milk, have become the beverage of choice for millions of people worldwide. World Plant Milk Day is the day to try dairy alternatives if you haven't. If you have, look for specials at your local market.

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Aug

Surgical Oncologist Day, Ntl. (1947): August 22

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Surgical Oncologist Dwight Carlton De Risi was born on August 22, 1947. He is considered the pioneer of modern surgical oncology, a surgeon specializing in diagnosing cancer via biopsy and removing tumors. Today celebrates this specialized field and the doctors who practice it. Note: In 2018, De Risi was accused of sexual abuse by former patients. In 2019, a judge threw out the case, stating there was no probable cause.

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Aug

Take Your Cat to the Vet Day, Ntl.: August 22

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National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day occurs each August and seeks to press the necessity to get your cat's annual check-up. Feline preventative care is essential to your cat's long-term health. Check with local veterinarians to see if they are running any specials on this day.

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Aug

Victims Acts of Violence Based on Religious Belief, Day Commemorating, Intl.: August 22

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"GENEVA (21 August 2019) – States have an important role to play in promoting religious tolerance and cultural diversity by promoting and protecting human rights, including freedom of religion or belief, say a group of UN independent experts*. The experts urged States to step up their efforts to combat intolerance, discrimination, and violence against people based on religion or belief, including against members of religious minorities and people who are not religious. Their comments come in a statement marking the first International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief on 22 August: "We welcome the decision of the UN to designate 22 August as the international day to commemorate the victims of acts of violence based on religion or belief. This is a great opportunity to raise awareness about religious intolerance and violence, and discrimination against anyone based on their religion or belief. Any distinction, exclusion, restriction, or preference based on religion or belief which has the effect of nullifying or impairing the recognition, enjoyment, or exercise of human rights and fundamental freedoms on an equal basis would amount to religious intolerance and discrimination. This was made clear in the 1981 General Assembly Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Intolerance and of Discrimination Based on Religion or Belief. We have observed violence in the name of religion around the world perpetrated by States and non-state groups, leading to discrimination, persecution, arbitrary arrests or detention, enforced disappearances, sexual violence, and killings of many people based on their religion or belief." Excerpt of Press Release United Nations Human Rights, Office of the High Commissioner.

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Aug

Ride the Wind Day (1977): August 23

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Ride the Wind Day marks the anniversary of the first human-powered flight, the Gossamer Condor 2, in 1977. This light plane traveled 2,172 meters, propelled by human power alone. This is a day about human achievement when people can be carefree and simply “ride like a wind.” A day for relaxation. Ride the Wind Day can be enjoyed by flying a kite or being in an airplane, parachute, or hang glider.

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