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Thesaurus Day in the United States celebrates the writer’s resource and invaluable tool of poets, the thesaurus. It occurs on the birthday of its creator in the English language, Peter Mark Roget (January 18, 1779 - September 12, 1869). Roget created the first modern-day thesaurus in 1805, but it wasn’t published until 1852. His book, with updates, is still in print today.

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Weedless Wednesday, Ntl. (CA): January 18

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Weedless Wednesday occurs during National Non-Smoking Week (NNSW). It refers to abstaining from cannabis for the day to encourage Canadians to quit. NNSW is one of the longest-running initiatives in Canada’s ongoing public health education efforts to help those who want to quit smoking quit. Weedless Wednesday is organized by Canadian Council for Tobacco Control (CCTC).

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Winnie-the-Pooh Day (1882): January 18

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Winnie-the-Pooh Day marks the anniversary of Alan Alexander Milne's birth on January 18, 1882. He first wrote of Christopher Robin (his son and one of the characters in Winnie-the-Pooh) in the poem 'Vespers' for Vanity Fair in 1923. Vespers led to his first illustrated children's book in 1924. This book featured a story about a Teddy Bear, but it wouldn't be until Christmas Eve 1925 that Winnie-the-Pooh would make his official debut in a bedtime story published in the Evening News. That bedtime story became chapter one of his 1926 book, Winnie-the-Pooh, and the rest is history. Happy Winnie-the-Pooh Day!

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Celtic Connections (UK): January 19 - February 5

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Featuring 2000+ artists, 30 events, and 20 venues, Celtic Connections is the largest music festival in the United Kingdom. Fans will find a variety of music genres, from indie and fusion to rock, Gaelic, and traditional. Celtic Connections is one of the most anticipated festivals of winter. The festival first ran in 1994. PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are only a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Confederate Heroes Day (US-TX)(1807): January 19*

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On different days, Confederate Memorial Day is observed in most former states of The Confederacy. In some cases, like Georgia, it is no longer referred to as Confederate Memorial Day but rather as a state holiday. It is an official state holiday that honors the men who died fighting for The Confederacy during the American Civil War, 1861-1865. The dates are as follows: Alabama, Georgia: 4th Monday in April Mississippi: Last Monday in April Florida: April 26; Tennessee, Kentucky & Louisiana: June 3, Jefferson Davis's birthday in 1808 North & South Carolina: May 10, Anniversary of the death of General "Stonewall" Jackson in 1863 Texas: January 19, Birthday of Robert E. Lee 1807; Due to the 400-year legacy of slavery (ending in 1865) and state-supported racial segregation (ending in 1964), this event is highly contentious and seen as a celebration of racism by many critics. Detractors insist this plays into existing racism and celebrates white supremacy and slavery. Proponents insist that the Confederacy played a part in shaping who we are, and to deny a portion of our past, good and bad, is selective censorship. Both sides have points. Confederate Memorial Day can be used to explore the unspoken but oft-deployed prejudices, which are real. It also opens discussions of extreme political correctness, which squelches debate and is equally intolerant. Whether you side with the detractors or the proponents, the best way to acknowledge this day is to spend some time reading the Constitution of the United States and learning history. History, not social studies. History teaches the how and why; social studies do not. A great place to start is with Howard Zinn's "Peoples' History of the United States," which some states, including Arizona, have tried to ban from their schools. Why? Because it is the history of the American people, not the leaders, barons, and wealthy. It looks at the nation from the perspective of the 99%, the immigrants, migrant workers, women, religious minorities, Native Americans, slaves, and the common man. The Confederacy existed, and it impacted and continues to impact American history. Ignoring it doesn't make it go away, and squashing debate on it doesn't work. Learning about it and understanding the whys and hows is the best defense against a second tearing asunder. Listen/Watch Howard Zinn's Peoples History of the United States: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCHuPpyoyBQ&list=PLCtsSTwQSIOKrtS_vyTAVuWLGnCB7Dbs8.

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Customer, Get to Know Your Customer Day Q1: January 19

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A day set aside each quarter of the year to work on your customer journey, marketing, sales funnel, and customer service policies and find additional ways to increase customer loyalty through appreciation. The Loyalty Formula: Loyalty = Great Service + Confidence "Customer Loyalty is about the next time—every time. Every day, and all of the time. All year long!" -Shep Hyken

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Popcorn Day, Ntl. (1853): January 19

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National Popcorn Day marks the anniversary of the birth of Charles Cretors on January 19, 1853. Cretors owned a confectionary shop in Decatur, Illinois, and decided to expand his offerings onto the sidewalk where people were. He purchased a peanut roaster but found it needed more functionality. Tinkering, he improved it and added other products. He is the person that created the sidewalk roasters used for peanuts, coffee, and popcorn that were commonplace in the late 19th century through WWII. Because of Cretors, you could go to the boardwalk, ball game, or circus and enjoy roasted peanuts or popcorn, fresh and hot. National Popcorn Day honors his memory. Popcorn has been around for about 4,000 years, but it wasn’t until 1519 that Europeans discovered it. Cortes got his first sight of popcorn when he invaded Mexico and came into contact with the Aztecs. Popcorn was an essential food for the Aztec Indians, who also used popcorn as decoration for ceremonial headdresses, necklaces, and ornaments on statues of their gods, including Tlaloc, the god of rain and fertility. Today it is a favorite snack the world over. Americans consume some 16 billion quarts yearly, or 51 quarts per man, woman, and child. The Popcorn Board is the official representative of all things popcorn in the United States. They have over 50 recipes you can download with pictures on their site at: http://www.popcorn.org/AboutUs/Media/PopcornPhotos/tabid/112/Default.aspx Not all corn kernels pop. Only the Zea Mays Everta corn can become popcorn.

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Quark Day, World: January 19

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Quark doesn't refer to the drafting software essential to 1980s and 1990s engineering. World Quark Day was invented in 2019 to celebrate the cream cheese-like food out of Europe described as a cross between buttermilk and yogurt. Unlike many new plant-based foods, quark is derived from real buttermilk. It is much lower in fat than traditional cream cheese but spreads as easily and can be substituted. High in calcium, it is prized in the elderly care community.

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Radio Show, European (FR): January 19-21 (est)

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Considered the world's largest trade show, conference, and event for radio professionals, the European Radio Show is an annual event. PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are only a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Sundance Film Festival: January 19 - 29

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The Sundance Film Festival, organized by the Sundance Institute, is the largest independent film festival in the United States. Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden, and the Sundance Resort host. It showcases the work of indie filmmakers. Founded in 1981 by Robert Redford, Sundance Institute is a nonprofit organization that provides and preserves the space for artists in film, theatre, and new media to create and thrive. The Institute's signature lab, grant, and mentorship programs develop unique artists throughout the year. The Sundance Film Festival and its public programs connect audiences to artists with new ideas, assist in discovering original voices, and build a community dedicated to independent storytelling. PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are only a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Timket (C)(ET/ER): January 19

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In the Coptic, Ethiopian and Eritrean churches, Timket is the Epiphany celebration marking the baptism of Jesus Christ in the Jordan River. Timket is a national holiday in Ethiopia and Eritrea.

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Tin Can Day (1810): January 19

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Tin Can Day celebrates the invention of the tin can on January 19, 1810, by British merchant Peter Durand. A major game-changer in food preservation, tin cans revolutionized the food industry. The first commercial canning factory opened in England in 1813, thanks to John Hall and Bryan Dorkin.

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Arbor Day, (US-FL): January 20

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Florida is one of the first states to celebrate Arbor Day, and it has been doing so since 1886. The day focuses on environmental education and increasing the planting of trees throughout the state. Annually on the third Friday in January.

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Army Day, (LS)(1986): January 20

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Army Day in Lesotho marks the anniversary of January 20, 1986, when the army overthrew Prime Minister Leabua Jonathan and his government. Army Day is a public holiday.

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Break-up Day, Intl.: January 20

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International Break-up Day marks the single day each year when more romantic couples will split than any other. On January 20th, the holiday season has been over for three weeks, and the next significant stressor on relationships, Valentine's Day, is still three weeks off.

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