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St. Patrick's Day

Mar 17

The luck of the Irish be with ye on St. Patrick’s day, unless of course you forget to wear something green, in which case you’ll have to endure endless mockery. Yes, St. Patrick’s Day (alternatively known as St. Patty’s Day, Saint Paddy's Day or St. Pat’s Day) is closely associated with the color green. But don’t let... read more

<p>The luck of the Irish be with ye on St. Patrick’s day, unless of course you forget to wear <br />something green, in which case you’ll have to endure endless mockery. Yes, St. Patrick’s <br />Day (alternatively known as St. Patty’s Day, Saint Paddy's Day or St. Pat’s Day) is closely associated <br />with the color green. But don’t let that fool you into thinking that it’s environmentally <br />friendly; St. Patrick’s Day has famously been celebrated in Chicago by dumping green <br />dye into their river, not to mention the rampant littering at celebrations across the <br />country. And while St. Patrick’s Day remains best known for its parades and festivals, <br />as well as being the most difficult day to get a reservation at an Irish pub, it’s also an <br />occasion to share some of the merriment with friends and family, one cheesy green <br />plastic hat at a time.</p> <p>St. Patrick’s Day wasn’t always green, initially its official color was blue. But in the <br />1700s, green became increasingly popular as the public became more aware of the history <br />of St. Patrick, who was said to use the shamrock to demonstrate Christian beliefs to the <br />people of 4th century Ireland. Eventually, many other practices of St. Patrick became <br />incorporated into the March 17 festivities as well, though the tradition of pinching <br />people who don’t wear green remains firmly rooted in American elementary schools. St. <br />Patrick’s day has also become a recognition of Irish pride, with prominent celebrations <br />held in cities with large Irish communities such as Boston, New York, and Chicago. <br />Parades, Irish craft festivals, and Celtic music concerts abound, making St. Patrick’s day <br />in America the next best thing to kissing the Blarney Stone.</p>See less
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Persian New Years (Nowruz)

Mar 20

From the land of 1001 Nights comes one night that can’t be missed. It’s the night of Nowruz, also known as the Persian New Year! Famous in the West for their cuisine and elegant rugs, the Persians use their New Years festival to prove to the world that they also know how to cut a rug. Elaborate celebrations and festivals... read more

<p>From the land of 1001 Nights comes one night that can’t be missed. It’s the night of Nowruz, also known as the Persian New Year! Famous in the West for their cuisine and elegant rugs, the Persians use their New Years festival to prove to the world that they also know how to cut a rug. Elaborate celebrations and festivals abound, in Persia and in Persian communities around the world. There are concerts, celebrations, and fine cuisine; thankfully, you don’t have to be a sword swallower to enjoy Persian food. But it’s also fairly common to take this time to stay in touch with friends and family, Nowruz greeting cards are often sent wishing a happy night of celebration. And the best part about a greeting card for Persian New Year is that you don’t have to deal with the time change for family on the other side of the world.</p> <p>The Persian New Year is calculated to take place during the spring equinox, but since it’s calculated by the Persian calendar, it can take place on between March 20 and March 22. Traditionally the New Year has been a time for cleaning; Persians actually refer to their tenacious tidying as “shaking the house”, though that could also come from the fact that Persia is prone to periodic earthquakes. Tradition also dictates that the time after the New Year should be reserved for a twelve day long visit with family, followed by a picnic. But some of the most rowdy celebrations for Persian New Years are actually held by the Kurds, who celebrate by lighting a large fire and jumping over it – this tradition became a lot more practical after the invention of the fire extinguisher. But no matter how you celebrate it, Persian New Year is a great time to keep in touch with friends and family. By sending a greeting or a card, you can help ensure that the New Year will be good for you and your family. Don’t forget to wish them luck in hopping over the fire! </p>See less
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Passover

Apr 07

From the banks of the Red Sea comes a holiday celebration of Biblical – make that Torahesque - proportions. It’ s Passover, the most important holiday of the Jewish month of Nisan (that’ s either March or April on modern calendars). The holiday commemorates the escape of the Hebrews from Egypt, named in honor of the... read more

<p>From the banks of the Red Sea comes a holiday celebration of Biblical – make that <br />Torahesque - proportions. It’ s Passover, the most important holiday of the Jewish month <br />of Nisan (that’ s either March or April on modern calendars). The holiday commemorates <br />the escape of the Hebrews from Egypt, named in honor of the God’ s “ passing over” of <br />the Hebrew first born immediately before their departure – as opposed to the Egyptian <br />first born, who God, shall we say, didn’ t pass over. The holiday celebration lasts an <br />impressive seven days total. And while modern Passover is generally a bit more relaxed <br />than its Exodus origins, it’ s still a big effort to pull off. But ultimately, the celebration <br />is rewarding for those in the Jewish community and all who observe it, a time to cherish <br />family ties and traditions, and definitely not something to pass over.</p> <p>As is the case with many Jewish holidays, the rituals of Passover are intricate enough <br />to require a graduate level college course. Chief among the Passover ceremonies is <br />the baking of the Matzo bread, left flat to honor the lack of cooking time the Hebrews <br />had before the Exodus, as well as in recognition of the fact that fully cooked bread is <br />sometimes associated with inflated egos. By tradition, Matzo has to be cooked within <br />twenty-two minutes, resulting in whirlwind kitchen sessions. But thankfully observers of <br />Passover are allowed more time to buy the ingredients; perhaps the original observances <br />of Passover foresaw the disastrous supermarket lines that would exist in modern times. <br />Other important Passover traditions include the Seder dinner on the first night, the <br />Counting of the Omer on the second night, the retelling of the Red Sea parting on the <br />seventh night, and one more Seder on the final night.</p> <p>For those in the family who might not be able to make the festivities, it’ s a good time to <br />send a Passover greeting card. It’ s always been traditional to send wishes for a warm and <br />joyous Seder with a card, and your family will love that you wish them Chag Sameach <br />even as you’ re rushing to get the Matzo done on time.</p>See less
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Easter

Apr 08

Springtime is here, and what better way to recognize the changing of the season than to combine solemn religious ceremony with delicious chocolate bunnies? We’re talking Easter! The holiday commemorates what is arguably the most important event in Christian tradition, even if it is overshadowed a bit by a certain other... read more

<p>Springtime is here, and what better way to recognize the changing of the season than to combine solemn religious ceremony with delicious chocolate bunnies? We’re talking Easter! The holiday commemorates what is arguably the most important event in Christian tradition, even if it is overshadowed a bit by a certain other Christian holiday. But even outside the circles of the faithful, Easter is the perfect time to send a greeting to friends and family, and to celebrate that you won’t have to shovel your sidewalk for another six months. <br /> <br />As the history goes, Easter traces back to the year 33, which Christian scholars generally agree to be the year in which Jesus died and came back to life. After Christianity became a widely recognized religion in Rome, Christian leaders decided that the date of Easter each year would be determined by a complex calculation involving the vernal equinox and the lunar cycle, thus making any hope for an Easter equivalent of advent calendars next to impossible. While religious ceremonies reflect as much as possible the Christian teachings surrounding the holiday, popular Easter traditions also include key elements of Pagan springtime celebrations. The use of rabbits and lilies as symbols of Easter stem from their use as fertility symbols in Norse mythology; thankfully, the other Norse springtime tradition of slaughtering oxen did not endure. Comparatively little is known about the history of Easter egg hunts, though some have speculated that the tradition of hiding chocolate eggs for children to find is a way for them to let out their repressed rage after not getting an advent calendar. <br /> <br />After religious services, many families traditionally hold a large meal on Easter day. It’s also common to send greetings to distant family members, ranging from bible verse cards for the more faithful to playful or funny cards for others. For Easters which fall earlier in the year, it may even be cool enough to observe the slightly goofy tradition of one member of the family dressing in a giant rabbit suit, though this of course requires the wearer to be free of rabbit allergies and to have a high tolerance for humiliation.</p>See less
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Mother's Day

May 13

The mother of all holidays, Mother's Day is a time for all of us to appreciate the most important person in our lives. Mother's Day comes every second Sunday of May, as the flowers begin to bloom again and the animals of the forest come out of hibernation. During this season, we take time to remember our mothers, who... read more

<p>The mother of all holidays, Mother's Day is a time for all of us to appreciate the most <br />important person in our lives. Mother's Day comes every second Sunday of May, as <br />the flowers begin to bloom again and the animals of the forest come out of hibernation. <br />During this season, we take time to remember our mothers, who incidentally tend to like <br />flowers and cuddly animals. And although we may not always appreciate their phone <br />calls or their opinions on who we date, Mother's Day is the perfect time to thank our <br />moms for all the good things they've done for us, and remind them that we really did turn <br />out better after eating our veggies.</p> <p>How did Mother’s Day come to be? As it turns our, Mother’s Day has its own mother: <br />Anna Jarvis, who founded the campaign for a national day honoring mothers in 1908. <br />Jarvis propelled the idea forward with her unwavering determination, writing letters <br />to state governments and enlisting allies such as Philadelphia businessman John <br />Wanamaker. In 1914, Mother’s Day was officially designated as a national holiday by <br />President Woodrow Wilson, perhaps hoping to appease his own mother in case she <br />disapproved of his foreign policy. Since then, Mother’s Day has become a tradition <br />which is as American as, well, mom and apple pie. Mother’s Day is also the busiest day <br />of the year for long distance phone calls, perhaps proving that mothers are still easier to <br />talk to than fathers.</p>See less
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National Doctor's Day

Mar 30

Break out your stethoscopes and EKGs, it’s time to celebrate National Doctors’ Day! Doctors’ Day is a time to show appreciation for MDs of all stripes: general practitioners, surgeons, dermatologists, optometrists, even dentists – though it’s best not to thank dentists while they’re cleaning your teeth. Naturally, the... read more

<p>Break out your stethoscopes and EKGs, it’s time to celebrate National Doctors’ Day! <br />Doctors’ Day is a time to show appreciation for MDs of all stripes: general practitioners, <br />surgeons, dermatologists, optometrists, even dentists – though it’s best not to thank <br />dentists while they’re cleaning your teeth. Naturally, the epicenter for Doctors’ Day <br />celebrations is at hospitals, some of which throw themed parties in honor of their scrub- <br />wearing servants to society. Free band-aids and reflex testers abound, but it’s still just <br />as hard to get an appointment. Nevertheless, Doctors’ Day is the perfect time for people <br />around the country to send their doctors a healthy “Thank you” and “Hope to see you <br />soon”</p> <p>In the United States, Doctor’s Day was first observed in 1933. The choice of March 30 <br />originated in recognition of the first use of anesthesia in surgery; for a day celebrating <br />doctors, it’s an appropriate milestone. The idea of making Doctor’s Day a national <br />holiday began in 1958, when a bill officially recognizing it passed through the House of <br />Representatives. However, the bill flatlined in the Senate for the next thirty-two years, <br />until finally passing into law in 1990. Doctor’s Day has come to be symbolized by red <br />carnations, which are seen as an emblem of charity, courage, and bravery, in addition <br />to helping lower your heart rate. Recommended dosage for Doctor’s day is to take one <br />of each: doctor’ s thank you cards, surgeon’ s thank you cards, and a thank you card for <br />any medical specialist you feel is special. Side effects of Doctor’s Day include a better <br />relationship with your health care professional and maybe a sticker as you leave the <br />hospital.</p>See less
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April Fool's Day

Apr 01

April Fools’ Day: a day of gags and gotchas, a day when the most reputable news sources run fake stories and even the most stiff-lipped, Ben-Stein-in-Ferris-Bueller boring among us show a bit of humor. It’s a day for pranksters far and wide to exercise their funny bones and a day for the more credulous among us to... read more

<p>April Fools’ Day: a day of gags and gotchas, a day when the most reputable news sources run fake stories and even the most stiff-lipped, Ben-Stein-in-Ferris-Bueller boring among us show a bit of humor. It’s a day for pranksters far and wide to exercise their funny bones and a day for the more credulous among us to believe phony headlines saying that their local municipality has been attacked by Godzilla. A day when everyone has their eye out for stink bombs and soda cans stuffed with spring snakes. April Fools’ Day: the perfect time to send a joke message to old friends – or at least leave a flaming bag of something unpleasant on their doorstep. <br /> <br />There are many differing histories of April Fools’ Day, most of which are hoaxes themselves. One story holds that the holiday goes back to Noah’s ark; when Noah sent out one of the doves too early, the story goes, he was effectively playing the first April Fools’ prank in history. Luckily for Noah, he knew better than to play any pranks against God. Another story claims that the holiday goes back to ancient Druid festivals in Scotland, while one of the more accepted theories maintains that the tradition began after the shifting of the New Year’s celebration from Spring to Winter in 16th Century France. During this time, villagers who had received news of the new date would send others who didn’t know about it to do phony New Year’s tasks, or “fool’s errands.” Today, fool’s errands are performed throughout the year. <br /> <br />Whether you’re a goofball or the sullen serious type, take a moment on April Fools’ day to revel in the jokes, pranks, and merriment. But be sure to remember that the photo in your local paper of a three-headed sea monster attack is probably just some clever Photoshop work.</p>See less
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Earth Day

Apr 22

Planet Earth: where would we be without it? Most likely floating around in space, constantly being bumped by asteroids and space monsters, light years away from the nearest internet connection. That won’t do! In recognition of our beautiful blue and green planet’s noble task, why not take some time out to celebrate Earth... read more

<p>Planet Earth: where would we be without it? Most likely floating around in space, constantly being bumped by asteroids and space monsters, light years away from the nearest internet connection. That won’t do! In recognition of our beautiful blue and green planet’s noble task, why not take some time out to celebrate Earth Day? And while you’re at it, spend just a little time making sure it stays green: Earth Day’s April 22 celebration includes events and gatherings dedicated to preserving the planet and helping to organize for the environment. Because without a good environment, Earth is just a big asteroid with more earthquakes. <br /> <br />Relatively new on the national and international holiday scene, Earth Day traces its roots back to US Sen. Gaylord Nelson, who first got the idea in 1962, but was spurred to take action in 1969 after witnessing a terrible oil spill in Santa Barbara, CA. The first earth day focused on college demonstrations; April 22 was chosen so as not to coincide with students’ breaks or finals, and to give them adequate time to calm down from two days earlier. Earth Day was first observed in 1970, but originally intended only to be a one-time event. The day was then picked up again in 1990, and by 1995 had been organized into a yearly holiday that extended to countries covering all parts of, well, the Earth. Today, every Earth Day is a chance to join up with environmentally friendly folk, and perhaps send a greeting to any tree-hugging friends or relatives you might have. If you send a card, you can be sure they’ll keep it, or at least recycle the paper.</p> <p>All of Card Gnome's cards are created using wind power, and we only print with organic ink and recycled paper. Feel good about sending someone one of our cards on Earth Day!</p>See less
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Administative Professionals Day

Apr 27

While most holidays are geared toward amateur celebrations, there’s one that’s clearly much more professional: Administrative Professionals’ Day! The holiday celebrates everyone in the workplace who contributes to the general administration of office tasks, and conducts themself professionally. It is scheduled every year... read more

<p>While most holidays are geared toward amateur celebrations, there’s one that’s clearly much more professional: Administrative Professionals’ Day! The holiday celebrates everyone in the workplace who contributes to the general administration of office tasks, and conducts themself professionally. It is scheduled every year to fall on the Wednesday of the last full week of April, a formula whose calculation is complicated enough to occasionally require the help of an administrative professional. This scheduling exists to allow each Administrative Professionals’ Day to happen during the work week, though scheduling it two days earlier would have also helped to alleviate various cases of “the Mondays”. With a long and rich tradition of office merriment and thoroughly justified recognition of hard working staff members, Administrative Professionals’ Day is a holiday for every professional to administer some good times. <br /> <br />Administrative Professionals’ Day traces back to 1952; it was originally founded as “Secretaries’ Day”, which also included an entire Secretaries’ Week happening simultaneously. Initially it was held in June but three years later the date was moved up to April and the surrounding Secretaries’ Week was dropped. In 2000, the decision was made to change the title to “Administrative Professionals’ Day to encompass a broader range of job descriptions, and because “Secretaries’ Day” was a little too evocative of the Mad Men era. Today the holiday is observed around the world and is administered, as it were, by the aptly named International Association of Administrative Professionals. The day is typically celebrated with light-hearted or funny cards and small gifts; among the most popular are coffee mugs inscribed with cheesy sayings like “World’s Greatest Administrative Professional.”</p>See less
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Cinco de Mayo

May 05

Hold on to your sombreros, Cinco de Mayo is here! It’s everyone’s favorite Mexican- American (well, mostly American) holiday for Latinos and gringos alike. Cinco de Mayo is the perfect time to throw a fiesta, take a baseball bat to a piñata, throw some meat on the asada, and since this is an American holiday too,... read more

<p>Hold on to your sombreros, Cinco de Mayo is here! It’s everyone’s favorite Mexican- <br />American (well, mostly American) holiday for Latinos and gringos alike. Cinco de Mayo <br />is the perfect time to throw a fiesta, take a baseball bat to a piñata, throw some meat <br />on the asada, and since this is an American holiday too, drink an enjoyable yet prudent <br />amount of cerveza. And even though historically our two countries haven’t always gotten <br />along, it’s a good opportunity to study up of the history and culture of our southern <br />neighbor. Of course, Cinco de Mayo is also a good time to think of your amigos by <br />sending them a greeting or perhaps going out for a burrito.</p> <p>Cinco de Mayo celebrates the defeat of the French army in Mexico in 1862 on (you <br />guessed it) May 5. Irate at the prospect of being forced to eat croissants and wear berets <br />all the time, Mexicans in the city of Puebla took up arms against the French invaders, <br />and won a decisive victory. Despite ultimately succumbing to French rule, the Mexican <br />victory diverted their resources and ensured that their stay would be short. This victory <br />was important for the United States as well since it kept the French from taking a side in <br />the Civil war; as difficult is it is to imagine, the haut couture French were on the verge of <br />supporting the decisively not haut couture Confederacy. Today, the holiday is not widely <br />celebrated in Mexico outside of Puebla, but is a huge deal throughout the United States. <br />It is very common to meet with family or organize parties, many of which feature recipes <br />unique to Cinco de Mayo. For relatives who don’t live nearby, many people choose to <br />send a card with Cinco de Mayo-themed images or a gift; Cinco de Mayo But the day is <br />enjoyable even for people with no family nearby, because after all, they could be eating <br />quiche instead of quesadillas.</p>See less
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Armed Forces Day

May 19

Ten-hut! Mark your calendar soldier, the third Saturday of May is Armed Forces Day. According to the U.S. Defense Department, Armed Forces Day is “a type of ‘educational program for civilians,’ one in which there would be an increased awareness of the Armed Forces.” Fortunately they have found ways to achieve this goal... read more

<p>Ten-hut! Mark your calendar soldier, the third Saturday of May is Armed Forces Day. According to the U.S. Defense Department, Armed Forces Day is “a type of ‘educational program for civilians,’ one in which there would be an increased awareness of the Armed Forces.” Fortunately they have found ways to achieve this goal that don’t involve putting the whole civilian populace through boot camp. The order of the day usually involves parades, voluntary informational sessions, and open houses at certain military bases and facilities. It’s enough to put the mind of any military enthusiast at ease, unless of course said enthusiast has to wake up to a bugle blast of reveille that morning. <br /> <br />Armed Forces Day comes near the end of Armed Forces Week, which begins a week earlier and ends the next day, a nine day event in total. The history of Armed Forces Day goes back to the late 1940s; at that time each branch of the military separated its own holiday separately, and as a result, nobody paid much attention to any of them. The first Armed Forces Day was announced by the Defense Department in 1949 and recognized by President Truman the next year. In contrast to other military holidays, Armed Forces Day focuses on currently serving military personnel, as well as its goal of awareness and education. Thus, it’s a pretty good time to write to friends or family in the military to thank them for their service. And for those serving in the armed forces, it’s a great opportunity to request that your civilian friends drop and do 100 push ups.</p>See less
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St. David's Day

Mar 01

Saint David is the patron saint of Wales, and, as a fiercely patriotic nation, the Welsh celebrate St David’s Day on March 1st. Saint David’s Day greeting cards are sent, not just within Wales, but in Welsh communities all over the world. The Welsh national symbols, Red Dragons and Daffodils, make for colorful... read more

<p>Saint David is the patron saint of Wales, and, as a fiercely patriotic nation, the Welsh celebrate St David’s Day on March 1st. Saint David’s Day greeting cards are sent, not just within Wales, but in Welsh communities all over the world.</p> <p>The Welsh national symbols, Red Dragons and Daffodils, make for colorful greeting cards but the leek is also a Welsh symbol, originating, apparently, from a battle that took place in a field of leeks, the Welsh warriors stuffing leeks in their hatbands to distinguish themselves from the enemy.</p> <p>Leeks also feature in Saint David's Day meals, along with Welsh Cakes and Bara Brith and maybe even Laverbread.</p> <p>Even in the very Anglicized part of South East Wales, near the border with England, young children wear the picturesque Welsh costume to school on Saint David’s Day and mini-eisteddfods (a kind of music and drama festival) are held in school. You can see examples of the Welsh national costume, which often features on greeting cards.</p> <p>Elsewhere Saint David’s Day parades still take place. </p>See less
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National Doctor's Day

Mar 30

Break out your stethoscopes and EKGs, it’s time to celebrate National Doctors’ Day! Doctors’ Day is a time to show appreciation for MDs of all stripes: general practitioners, surgeons, dermatologists, optometrists, even dentists – though it’s best not to thank dentists while they’re cleaning your teeth. Naturally, the... read more

<p>Break out your stethoscopes and EKGs, it’s time to celebrate National Doctors’ Day! <br />Doctors’ Day is a time to show appreciation for MDs of all stripes: general practitioners, <br />surgeons, dermatologists, optometrists, even dentists – though it’s best not to thank <br />dentists while they’re cleaning your teeth. Naturally, the epicenter for Doctors’ Day <br />celebrations is at hospitals, some of which throw themed parties in honor of their scrub- <br />wearing servants to society. Free band-aids and reflex testers abound, but it’s still just <br />as hard to get an appointment. Nevertheless, Doctors’ Day is the perfect time for people <br />around the country to send their doctors a healthy “Thank you” and “Hope to see you <br />soon”</p> <p>In the United States, Doctor’s Day was first observed in 1933. The choice of March 30 <br />originated in recognition of the first use of anesthesia in surgery; for a day celebrating <br />doctors, it’s an appropriate milestone. The idea of making Doctor’s Day a national <br />holiday began in 1958, when a bill officially recognizing it passed through the House of <br />Representatives. However, the bill flatlined in the Senate for the next thirty-two years, <br />until finally passing into law in 1990. Doctor’s Day has come to be symbolized by red <br />carnations, which are seen as an emblem of charity, courage, and bravery, in addition <br />to helping lower your heart rate. Recommended dosage for Doctor’s day is to take one <br />of each: doctor’ s thank you cards, surgeon’ s thank you cards, and a thank you card for <br />any medical specialist you feel is special. Side effects of Doctor’s Day include a better <br />relationship with your health care professional and maybe a sticker as you leave the <br />hospital.</p>See less
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April Fool's Day

Apr 01

April Fools’ Day: a day of gags and gotchas, a day when the most reputable news sources run fake stories and even the most stiff-lipped, Ben-Stein-in-Ferris-Bueller boring among us show a bit of humor. It’s a day for pranksters far and wide to exercise their funny bones and a day for the more credulous among us to... read more

<p>April Fools’ Day: a day of gags and gotchas, a day when the most reputable news sources run fake stories and even the most stiff-lipped, Ben-Stein-in-Ferris-Bueller boring among us show a bit of humor. It’s a day for pranksters far and wide to exercise their funny bones and a day for the more credulous among us to believe phony headlines saying that their local municipality has been attacked by Godzilla. A day when everyone has their eye out for stink bombs and soda cans stuffed with spring snakes. April Fools’ Day: the perfect time to send a joke message to old friends – or at least leave a flaming bag of something unpleasant on their doorstep. <br /> <br />There are many differing histories of April Fools’ Day, most of which are hoaxes themselves. One story holds that the holiday goes back to Noah’s ark; when Noah sent out one of the doves too early, the story goes, he was effectively playing the first April Fools’ prank in history. Luckily for Noah, he knew better than to play any pranks against God. Another story claims that the holiday goes back to ancient Druid festivals in Scotland, while one of the more accepted theories maintains that the tradition began after the shifting of the New Year’s celebration from Spring to Winter in 16th Century France. During this time, villagers who had received news of the new date would send others who didn’t know about it to do phony New Year’s tasks, or “fool’s errands.” Today, fool’s errands are performed throughout the year. <br /> <br />Whether you’re a goofball or the sullen serious type, take a moment on April Fools’ day to revel in the jokes, pranks, and merriment. But be sure to remember that the photo in your local paper of a three-headed sea monster attack is probably just some clever Photoshop work.</p>See less
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Earth Day

Apr 22

Planet Earth: where would we be without it? Most likely floating around in space, constantly being bumped by asteroids and space monsters, light years away from the nearest internet connection. That won’t do! In recognition of our beautiful blue and green planet’s noble task, why not take some time out to celebrate Earth... read more

<p>Planet Earth: where would we be without it? Most likely floating around in space, constantly being bumped by asteroids and space monsters, light years away from the nearest internet connection. That won’t do! In recognition of our beautiful blue and green planet’s noble task, why not take some time out to celebrate Earth Day? And while you’re at it, spend just a little time making sure it stays green: Earth Day’s April 22 celebration includes events and gatherings dedicated to preserving the planet and helping to organize for the environment. Because without a good environment, Earth is just a big asteroid with more earthquakes. <br /> <br />Relatively new on the national and international holiday scene, Earth Day traces its roots back to US Sen. Gaylord Nelson, who first got the idea in 1962, but was spurred to take action in 1969 after witnessing a terrible oil spill in Santa Barbara, CA. The first earth day focused on college demonstrations; April 22 was chosen so as not to coincide with students’ breaks or finals, and to give them adequate time to calm down from two days earlier. Earth Day was first observed in 1970, but originally intended only to be a one-time event. The day was then picked up again in 1990, and by 1995 had been organized into a yearly holiday that extended to countries covering all parts of, well, the Earth. Today, every Earth Day is a chance to join up with environmentally friendly folk, and perhaps send a greeting to any tree-hugging friends or relatives you might have. If you send a card, you can be sure they’ll keep it, or at least recycle the paper.</p> <p>All of Card Gnome's cards are created using wind power, and we only print with organic ink and recycled paper. Feel good about sending someone one of our cards on Earth Day!</p>See less
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Administative Professionals Day

Apr 27

While most holidays are geared toward amateur celebrations, there’s one that’s clearly much more professional: Administrative Professionals’ Day! The holiday celebrates everyone in the workplace who contributes to the general administration of office tasks, and conducts themself professionally. It is scheduled every year... read more

<p>While most holidays are geared toward amateur celebrations, there’s one that’s clearly much more professional: Administrative Professionals’ Day! The holiday celebrates everyone in the workplace who contributes to the general administration of office tasks, and conducts themself professionally. It is scheduled every year to fall on the Wednesday of the last full week of April, a formula whose calculation is complicated enough to occasionally require the help of an administrative professional. This scheduling exists to allow each Administrative Professionals’ Day to happen during the work week, though scheduling it two days earlier would have also helped to alleviate various cases of “the Mondays”. With a long and rich tradition of office merriment and thoroughly justified recognition of hard working staff members, Administrative Professionals’ Day is a holiday for every professional to administer some good times. <br /> <br />Administrative Professionals’ Day traces back to 1952; it was originally founded as “Secretaries’ Day”, which also included an entire Secretaries’ Week happening simultaneously. Initially it was held in June but three years later the date was moved up to April and the surrounding Secretaries’ Week was dropped. In 2000, the decision was made to change the title to “Administrative Professionals’ Day to encompass a broader range of job descriptions, and because “Secretaries’ Day” was a little too evocative of the Mad Men era. Today the holiday is observed around the world and is administered, as it were, by the aptly named International Association of Administrative Professionals. The day is typically celebrated with light-hearted or funny cards and small gifts; among the most popular are coffee mugs inscribed with cheesy sayings like “World’s Greatest Administrative Professional.”</p>See less
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Cinco de Mayo

May 05

Hold on to your sombreros, Cinco de Mayo is here! It’s everyone’s favorite Mexican- American (well, mostly American) holiday for Latinos and gringos alike. Cinco de Mayo is the perfect time to throw a fiesta, take a baseball bat to a piñata, throw some meat on the asada, and since this is an American holiday too,... read more

<p>Hold on to your sombreros, Cinco de Mayo is here! It’s everyone’s favorite Mexican- <br />American (well, mostly American) holiday for Latinos and gringos alike. Cinco de Mayo <br />is the perfect time to throw a fiesta, take a baseball bat to a piñata, throw some meat <br />on the asada, and since this is an American holiday too, drink an enjoyable yet prudent <br />amount of cerveza. And even though historically our two countries haven’t always gotten <br />along, it’s a good opportunity to study up of the history and culture of our southern <br />neighbor. Of course, Cinco de Mayo is also a good time to think of your amigos by <br />sending them a greeting or perhaps going out for a burrito.</p> <p>Cinco de Mayo celebrates the defeat of the French army in Mexico in 1862 on (you <br />guessed it) May 5. Irate at the prospect of being forced to eat croissants and wear berets <br />all the time, Mexicans in the city of Puebla took up arms against the French invaders, <br />and won a decisive victory. Despite ultimately succumbing to French rule, the Mexican <br />victory diverted their resources and ensured that their stay would be short. This victory <br />was important for the United States as well since it kept the French from taking a side in <br />the Civil war; as difficult is it is to imagine, the haut couture French were on the verge of <br />supporting the decisively not haut couture Confederacy. Today, the holiday is not widely <br />celebrated in Mexico outside of Puebla, but is a huge deal throughout the United States. <br />It is very common to meet with family or organize parties, many of which feature recipes <br />unique to Cinco de Mayo. For relatives who don’t live nearby, many people choose to <br />send a card with Cinco de Mayo-themed images or a gift; Cinco de Mayo But the day is <br />enjoyable even for people with no family nearby, because after all, they could be eating <br />quiche instead of quesadillas.</p>See less
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Armed Forces Day

May 19

Ten-hut! Mark your calendar soldier, the third Saturday of May is Armed Forces Day. According to the U.S. Defense Department, Armed Forces Day is “a type of ‘educational program for civilians,’ one in which there would be an increased awareness of the Armed Forces.” Fortunately they have found ways to achieve this goal... read more

<p>Ten-hut! Mark your calendar soldier, the third Saturday of May is Armed Forces Day. According to the U.S. Defense Department, Armed Forces Day is “a type of ‘educational program for civilians,’ one in which there would be an increased awareness of the Armed Forces.” Fortunately they have found ways to achieve this goal that don’t involve putting the whole civilian populace through boot camp. The order of the day usually involves parades, voluntary informational sessions, and open houses at certain military bases and facilities. It’s enough to put the mind of any military enthusiast at ease, unless of course said enthusiast has to wake up to a bugle blast of reveille that morning. <br /> <br />Armed Forces Day comes near the end of Armed Forces Week, which begins a week earlier and ends the next day, a nine day event in total. The history of Armed Forces Day goes back to the late 1940s; at that time each branch of the military separated its own holiday separately, and as a result, nobody paid much attention to any of them. The first Armed Forces Day was announced by the Defense Department in 1949 and recognized by President Truman the next year. In contrast to other military holidays, Armed Forces Day focuses on currently serving military personnel, as well as its goal of awareness and education. Thus, it’s a pretty good time to write to friends or family in the military to thank them for their service. And for those serving in the armed forces, it’s a great opportunity to request that your civilian friends drop and do 100 push ups.</p>See less
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