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Peanut Butter Cookie Day is the best time to bake peanut butter cookies, easily identifiable with their hashtag fork imprint. Although the Aztecs used peanuts, the cookie is a recent creation. George Washington Carver published the first three recipes in his 1916 book, "How to Grow the Peanut and 105 Ways of Preparing it for Human Consumption."

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Jun

Red Rose Day: June 12

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Red Rose Day celebrates the official flower of June, the rose. Legend has it that the gift of a red rose is a declaration of true love; in fact, the name 'rose' is a derivative of the Greek god Eros, who had Cupid's power to make people fall in love. When struck with his love potion, a rose bush would grow in their place. The red rose symbol is recognized the world over. In 1986 roses were declared the official flower and floral emblem of the United States. Red Rose Day is an unofficial event with no sponsor.

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Jun

Russia Day (RU)(1990): June 12

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Russia Day marks the end of Soviet rule of Russia and the beginning of a new path and the end of communism in the nation. June 12, 1990, is the day Boris Yeltsin signed the Declaration of the Sovereignty of the Russian Federation. Russia Day is a national holiday in Russia.

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Jun

Supreme Court Decisions Weeks: June 12-30

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It is a time of year Americans either anticipates or dread, depending upon what is on the docket and their opinions. Historically, the last two weeks of June see a flood of US Supreme Court decisions posted. The Supreme Court's decisions have an enormous impact on the lives of ordinary Americans, whether the decision on Roe v Wade in 1973, its Dobbs decision in 2022 erasing Roe, or the Citizen's United Decision of 2010, which created PACs to fund political campaigns. This two-week period in June leads to a three-month quiet period, in which no conferences or arguments are heard until October. Typically, a flurry of Supreme Court decisions will be handed down within these weeks.

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Jun

Women Veterans Appreciation Day (1948): June 12

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On June 12, 1948, President Harry S. Truman signed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act, allowing women to serve as regular military members. Several states, including New Jersey, recognize June 12 as Women Veterans Appreciation Day. . The Women Veterans Appreciation Day concept has been proposed and discussed in various countries, but it does not have a universally recognized date or status. It is essential to acknowledge the role of women in the military, as their contributions have often been underrepresented or overlooked in history.

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Jun

Albinism Awareness Day, Intl.: June 13

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International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) is observed annually on June 13 to raise awareness about albinism, a genetic condition that affects people worldwide, regardless of ethnicity or gender. The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on December 18, 2014, proclaiming June 13 as International Albinism Awareness Day. The first official celebration of IAAD took place in 2015. Albinism is characterized by a lack of melanin pigment in the hair, skin, and eyes, resulting in little to no coloration. People with albinism often have pale skin, white or light-colored hair, and eye color ranging from pale blue to brown. They may also experience vision problems and are more vulnerable to sunburn and skin cancer due to their lack of pigmentation. The main objectives of International Albinism Awareness Day are: Raise awareness: The day aims to educate the public about albinism, its causes, symptoms, and challenges faced by people living with the condition. By increasing understanding, IAAD hopes to dispel myths and misconceptions surrounding albinism. Advocate for equal rights: People with albinism often face discrimination, social exclusion, and even violence in some parts of the world. IAAD seeks to promote the rights of people with albinism and ensure they have the same opportunities. Support and celebrate: The day is also an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and contributions of people with albinism and to support them in their endeavors. Various organizations, governments, and individuals worldwide participate in International Albinism Awareness Day by organizing events, seminars, workshops, and social media campaigns to spread knowledge about albinism and advocate for the rights of those affected.

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Jun

Ban Live Transport, International Day of Action: June 13 (est)

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The International Day of Action to Ban Live Transport is an event highlighting the condition and plight of live animals in freight. Animals suffer during these long hauls, and many die before reaching their destination. What started as a simple movement by farmers Peter and Anna Roberts 50 years ago has become a global phenomenon in which many cities participate. You can help by sharing and tweeting about freight animals on social media or joining the Animals International campaign for the World Organization for Animal Health. There are also local rallies you can also participate.

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Jun

Call Your Doctor Day, Ntl.: June 13

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It's time to schedule your annual health check-up if you still need to do it this year. Currently, 80 percent of Americans neglect to schedule preventative health measures like an annual exam, and that percentage is even higher for those under 40 (93 percent). National Call Your Doctor Day was established in 2016 to help people, especially women, remember to get in for that annual exam.

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Jun

Forklift Safety Day: June 13

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National Forklift Safety Day is an annual event dedicated to promoting forklift safety awareness and the importance of proper operator training. Although the specific date may vary each year, it typically occurs on the second Tuesday of June. The event is organized by the Industrial Truck Association (ITA) in the United States, and other organizations may host similar events around the world. National Forklift Safety Day aims to reduce the number of workplace accidents involving forklifts by emphasizing the significance of safe operation, proper maintenance, and adherence to industry standards. Activities on this day may include seminars, webinars, training workshops, equipment demonstrations, and the distribution of educational materials related to forklift safety. Companies, organizations, and individuals involved in material handling, warehousing, and other industries that use forklifts participate in this event to encourage a safer work environment. This day also provides an opportunity for industry professionals to share best practices, experiences, and innovative ideas to improve overall forklift safety.

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Jun

Gardening, Weed Your Garden Day: June 13

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Weed Your Garden Day encourages people to weed their gardens rather than use chemicals to deter weeds. Weeding increases the nutrients plants can get from the soil and adds to the garden's aesthetic appeal.

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Jun

Hermit Week, Ntl.: June 13-20

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Created in 1996, National Hermit Week is your excuse to cocoon and be alone if you want to be. Use the time for reflection, exploration, learning, or whatever you want. Hermit Week is 'me' time, and it's all about you!

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Jun

Kitchen Klutzes of America Day: June 13

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Kitchen Klutzes of America Day honors people who would like to cook and prepare food in the kitchen yet fail to do so. It's an acknowledgment of the effort, not the result. Kitchen Klutzes of America Day is an unofficial event with no sponsor.

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Jun

Outdoor Marketing Day, Ntl.: June 13

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Seeking to educate advertisers about the possibilities and variety of outdoor marketing products, Outdoor Advertising Month and Day are an initiative of promotional products, flag, and banner supplier Quinn, Inc. In addition to billboards, outdoor includes bus benches, spectaculars, projections, flags, banners, pennants, tents, table covers, portable displays, table stands, and protective products, businesses have a multitude of create outdoor possibilities for marketing.

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Jun

St. Anthony of Padua Feast Day (PT)(1231): June 13

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Celebrating the patron saint of the poor and illiterate, Saint Anthony of Padua's Feast Day falls on the anniversary of his death, June 13, 1231 AD. Saint Anthony of Padua's Feast Day is a national holiday in Portugal. WHY SO MANY FEAST DAYS? Have you ever noticed that there seem to be feast days for just about everything in the Catholic and Orthodox Christian faiths? There is a reason for that. The church granted feast days to allow all subjects of the Crown to take a day off. As most worked six days a week, feast days provided a break that landowners and nobility couldn't deny. If they tried, they were going against the church, and that you did not do. In medieval times, there were approximately 60 feast days a year. Add this to 52 Sundays, Christmas, and Easter; workers received at least 114 days off a year. Contrast that to today. The average American gets 104 weekend days and seven national holidays off work. That's three days less than the commoners of the Dark Ages, just in case you're feeling a little overworked.

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Jun

Blood Donor Day, World: June 14

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World Blood Donor Day has been observed annually since 2004. Voluntary, unpaid blood donations must be increased rapidly in more than half the world’s countries to ensure a reliable supply of safe blood for patients whose lives depend on it. “Although we have many external differences, the same vital blood pumps through all our veins,” said Dr. Margaret Chan, WHO Director-General. “Voluntary, unpaid blood donation is the act of giving life – the greatest gift any person can give or receive.” About 108 million blood donations are collected globally every year. Nearly 50% of these blood donations are collected in high-income countries, home to less than 20% of the world’s population. The average blood donation rate is more than nine times greater in high-income and low-income countries. However, in many countries, demand exceeds supply, and blood services face the challenge of making sufficient blood available while ensuring its quality and safety. An adequate supply can only be assured through regular donations by voluntary, unpaid blood donors. Regular voluntary unpaid blood donors are the foundation of a safe blood supply because they are associated with low levels of infection that transfusions, including HIV and hepatitis viruses, can transmit. Around the world, 25 countries cannot screen all donated blood for one or more of these infections due to irregular supply of test kits, staff shortages, poor quality test kits, or lack of quality in laboratories. WHO encourages all countries to establish blood services based on voluntary non-remunerated blood donations. Today, only 62 countries get nearly 100 percent of their national blood supplies from voluntary unpaid blood donations, with 34 countries still dependent on family donors and even paid donors for more than 75 percent of their blood supply. Blood can be used whole or separated into its parts, such as red blood cells, platelets, plasma, and other “substances” that can be used to treat a wide range of diseases. A single unit of blood can benefit several patients. Transfusions of blood and blood products help save millions of lives every year, including during emergencies such as conflicts, natural disasters, and childbirth. It can help patients suffering from life-threatening conditions live longer and with a higher quality of life and supports complex medical and surgical procedures. “Voluntary blood donors come from all walks of life, but they have one thing in common: they put others before themselves — people they don’t even know,” said Dr. Ed Kelley, Director of the Department of Service Delivery and Safety at WHO. “Each time they donate blood, they commit an act of selfless heroism.” World Blood Donor Day’s objective is to improve the safety and adequacy of national blood supplies by promoting a substantial increase in the number of safe, voluntary, unpaid donors who give blood regularly.

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