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Static Electricity Day celebrates static electricity's oft-amusing and somewhat annoying physical effect. Whether you've zapped your hand on a doorknob or had your hair flip out after removing a scarf or a hat, we've all experienced this interesting phenomenon. Check Science Made Simple's article on static electricity to see how exactly this works and why it happens: http://www.sciencemadesimple.com/static.html

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Art Deco Weekend, Miami (US-FL): January 9-11

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Miami is known for its art deco-style architecture, and each January, Miami hosts Art Deco Weekend, a festival of architecture, art, and all things Miami. This free community cultural festival supports the Miami Design Preservation League's commitment to preserving, promoting, and protecting Miami and its heritage through historical preservation and educational initiatives.

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Moon—Third Quarter: January 10

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Today is the third quarter of the moon, meaning it is halfway between the full moon and the new moon.

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Vision Board Day, Ntl.: January 10

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Vision Boards are a pictorial representation of goals. Vision Board Day encourages everyone to define their plans for the upcoming year and create a visual reminder of these goals. Vision boards are made by cutting and pasting from magazines and pictures or virtually done on websites and social media. This event was first held in 2016 and created by actor Kellan Lutz and manager Ryan Daly.

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Bittersweet Chocolate Day: January 10

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Dark chocolate in Europe, or bittersweet baker’s chocolate in the Americas, is a minimum of 35% pure cocoa with little or no sweetener added. Of all the chocolates in the world, dark chocolate is the most versatile and can be used in baking or eaten with wine and cheese.

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Energy, Cut Your Energy Costs Day, Ntl. (CA/US): January 10

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National Cut Your Energy Costs Day occurs annually in the US and Canada. It is an education and awareness outreach program designed to help citizens reduce their energy usage and save money by replacing obsolete appliances and changing habits.

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Houseplant Appreciation Day: January 10

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Houseplant Appreciation Day—because cats and dogs are not our only household friends that deserve a holiday! Today is a day for growing, caring for, and loving houseplants, and it serves as a reminder to show them a little love, especially during the winter months.

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Oysters Rockefeller Day, Ntl.: January 10

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Nestled in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Antione's Restaurant continues as a family enterprise. When Antione Alciatore opened his doors in 1840, he had no idea five generations later; it would still be in the family. He had no idea his creation of Oysters Rockefeller would become a culinary icon. In memory of Alciatore's contribution to international cuisine, in 2017, Antione's Restaurant named January 10 Oysters Rockefeller Day.

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Peculiar People Day: January 10

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On Peculiar People Day, we are encouraged to appreciate and honor differences and seek out the peculiar souls surrounding us, even those we ignore, mock, or dismiss. It is a day to celebrate what makes each of us unique. It’s possible Peculiar People Day began to honor an anniversary within the religious movement known as Peculiar People, Plumstead Peculiars, or Banyardites. The protestant sect was created by James Banyard in the mid-nineteenth century and was known for its pacifism and rejection of modern medicine. The phrase derives from the book of Deuteronomy in the Old Testament. Today the church is the Union of Evangelical Churches.

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Save the Eagles Day: January 10

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The story of "Save the Eagles Day" is a tale of two birds, a community, and a grove of cottonwood trees in one of the more unlikely states, New Jersey. Why unlikely? Well, New Jersey is often the butt of jokes (There is a "Be Kind to New Jersey Day" in the calendar). Despite its motto as "the Garden State," the state isn't exactly known for its gardens. It's better known for big hair, jug handles, tacky gambling venues, loudness, and as that place with an awful turnpike between Philadelphia and New York City. It's not the kind of place where one expects to see bald eagles soaring majestically over abandoned factories and water towers, but that is precisely where this pair of eagles decided to call home. AL AND ALICE Al and Alice were two bald eagles and one of five nesting pairs in Bergen County, New Jersey. In 2011, the eagles took up residence in a tall cottonwood in Overpeck Park, quickly becoming a focal point for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts and a beloved addition to daily life for the surrounding community. Then, like many homes in rural areas, the tranquility of this natural haven was threatened by proposed developmental projects. The planned construction endangered not only their nest but also the survival of their species in the area. In the 1970s, bald eagles were approaching extinction due to habitat destruction and the use of DDT (a toxic insecticide). Over the following decades, the eagles made a slow but steady comeback. The development risked reversing their gains. SAVE OUR EAGLES The community swung into action to save their beloved birds. As word spread about the impending threat, the Bergen Audubon Society, a local organization dedicated to protecting and studying birds, stepped forward. Together with community leaders, the non-profit spearheaded a campaign to save the eagles' habitat, rallying the community and garnering widespread support. The response from the community was overwhelming. People from all walks of life united and joined the cause. Schoolchildren wrote letters, local artists created eagle-themed artworks, and residents attended town meetings to voice their concerns. The movement gained momentum, capturing the attention of local authorities and national media outlets. Ultimately, the collective efforts of the Bergen Audubon Society and the community paid off. The development project received modifications to protect the eagles' habitat. This victory was not just a triumph for environmental conservation but also a testament to the power of community action. A NATIONAL MOVEMENT Recognizing this significant achievement, "Save the Eagles Day" was established in 2015. The event spread to communities across the United States, serving as a clarion call to preserve local wildlife and various species of eagles, hawks, and wildlife with educational activities, guided bird-watching tours, and community gatherings. It serves as a reminder of the enduring bond between humans and nature and the importance of safeguarding our natural treasures for future generations.

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Golden Globe Awards: January 11

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The Golden Globe Awards honor excellence in film and television. The Golden Globe Awards are decided by the 93 Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) members and cover domestic and foreign film, television, and digital media. The annual ceremony and dinner of the Golden Globe are an anticipated event of the film industry's awards season, together with the Academy Awards.

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Meitlisunntig (CH): January 11

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During the Villmergen War of 1712, the women of the townships of Meisterschwaden and Fahrwangen, Switzerland, paraded to the frontlines to assist the men fighting. Each year in honor of this event, the young women of both towns dress in period costumes and participate in a military parade before a female general staff, followed by a festival.

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Sunday Supper Day, Ntl: January 11

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What began as a single Sunday in January has expanded to the whole month. The Sunday Supper Movement seeks to bring families together for dinner on Sunday during January. The second Sunday is set aside for those unable to be together during the entire month. This movement began in 2012.

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Cigarettes Are Hazardous To Your Health Day (1964): January 11

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Cigarettes Are Hazardous To Your Health Day marks the anniversary of Surgeon General Luther L. Terry's issuance of a report on January 11, 1964, that declared cigarettes to be hazardous to health. In his words, the message "hit the country like a bombshell," making it the lead story and front page of news sources worldwide. The anniversary raises awareness of the dangers of smoking cigarettes for smokers and those in the vicinity.

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