Welcome to our series featuring Unique Holidays: September 24th, 2022. Did you know today is International Rabbit Day? Suzzane had a pet Rabbit when she was little named Christine. Then when she passed away she had another Rabbit name Hershey’s Kisses. If I didn’t have the Dogs I would get a Rabbit for Charlie.
International Rabbit Day – Fourth Saturday in September
Rabbits are found all over the world and International Rabbit Day seeks to protect Rabbits as pets and in the wild. Did you know not everyone loves Rabbits? While kids and even adults love Rabbits, farmers, gardeners, and even many homeowners see Rabbits as pests that eat their hard-earned crops and flowers. In many Countries, Rabbits are a source of food.
Animal rights groups and humane societies are active promoters of International Rabbit Day. Their objectives are to promote healthy, caring environments for Rabbits that are raised as pets, and those living in the wild. They also seek to stop the use of Rabbit furs and the use of Rabbits on restaurant menus.
Worldwide, Rabbits are the third most popular pet, behind Dogs and Cats.
How to Celebrate International Rabbit Day
- Celebrate International Rabbit Day with your pet Bunny.
- Research and learn a little more about Rabbits and how to properly care for their needs.
- If you don’t have a pet, maybe today is the day to get a pet Bunny!
- Support Animal Rights Organizations.
Rabbit Trivia
- Rabbits lick each other as a sign of affection
- Rabbits can turn their ears 180 degrees.
- Rabbits are exceptional jumpers and can jump up to 2 feet high.
- Rabbits sleep with their eyes open.
- As pets Rabbits can be liter trained.
- Rabbits live 8 to 12 years.
- Rabbits teeth never stop growing.
- Rabbits live in groups in an underground home called a “warren”.
- A few carrots are good for Rabbits while a lot of carrots are not.
- Rabbits and Hares belong to different species of the same family.
History and Origin of International Rabbit Day
International Rabbit Day appears to have originated in the UK. Its popularity quickly multiplied spreading first to Australia, and then on to the rest of the world.
Most internet websites point to an organization called “Rabbit Charity” in the United Kingdom, as the originator of International Rabbit Day. Unfortunately, the website for this group has gone dark, so we have been unable to contact them to find more information about the origin of International Rabbit Day.
National Cherries Jubilee Day is the sweetest kind of day that will make Cherry lovers jubilant. National Cherries Jubilee Day will satisfy your sweet tooth, too. If you enjoy Cherries, you must absolutely love this holiday. Cherries Jubilee is easy to make. All you need is a can of Cherry Pie Filling, Cognac or Brandy, and Vanilla Ice Cream.
Is there any doubt as to how to celebrate National Cherries Jubilee Day? Make today as sweet as a Cherry with Cherry Jubilee for dessert or as a snack. You score extra points if you make it yourself.
Cherries Trivia
There are several types, of Cherries including:
- Red or “Sweet” Cherries – the ones we usually eat fresh.
- Yellow Cherries – which are far less common, but still taste sweet.
- Dark Cherries – called “Black Cherries” which are sweet, too.
- Sour Cherries – Which you don’t want to eat fresh. Use Sour Cherries for baking.
History and Origin of National Cherries Jubilee Day
We found no factual information about Cherries Jubilee Day which the food industry appears to have created and promoted many food-related holidays., without leaving a trace of the origin of the holiday.
There is no known documentation confirming this to be a “National” holiday and we found no congressional records or presidential proclamation.
National Hunting and Fishing Day – Fourth Saturday in September
National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD) was first created to recognize and thank hunters and fishermen for their support of Wildlife and Aquatic Conservation. Hunters and fishermen were the first to recognize the need to conserve and manage Wildlife and fishing populations and maintain a healthy environment for them.
When we think of Fish and Wildlife management, licenses and limits often come to mind. Education is also an important part of celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day. Preserving Wildlife areas and the health of Lakes and Streams is also essential to healthy and sustainable populations. Shrinking Wildlife areas, poisoning the environment with chemicals, and polluting our Waters, are an ever-constant threats.
Today, State and local governments along with public and private organizations and groups use this holiday by holding programs to promote conservation, and Fish and Wildlife management. They also use National Hunting and Fishing Day as a day to encourage people to partake in hunting and fishing. Especially encouraging our youth to participate in these sports.
We encourage you to participate in events in your area. We also encourage you to take your young son, daughter, niece, or nephew out fishing, or to a shooting range. As you do, make sure to teach and encourage them to get involved with conservation and management efforts, too.
How to Celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day
Support local and National Wildlife Management and conservation groups and organizations by donating our time, money, or both.
History and Origin of National Hunting and Fishing Day
Hunters and fishermen were early supporters of Conservation and Wildlife management. Which goes back to over one hundred years, and was led by President Theodore Roosevelt, an avid sportsman. They urged sustainable Fish and game management. During this time, the first hunting and fishing licenses were required.
Ira Joffe of Upper Darby, PA was the first to suggest and promote a holiday of thanks to sportsmen for their conservation efforts. In 1970, thanks in part to his efforts, 1970 Pennsylvania declared the first “Outdoor Sportsman Day”.
Then, in June, 1971, U.S. Senator Thomas McIntyre of New Hampshire, introduced Joint Resolution 117 authorizing every 4th Saturday in September to be National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD).
In May, 1972, President Richard Nixon issued a proclamation for NHFD when President Richard Nixon said “I urge all Citizens to join with outdoor sportsman in the wise use of our natural resources, and in insuring their proper management for the benefit of future generations.”
Yom Kippur – Date varies: Starts at sunset on October 4, 2022; September 24, 2023; October 11, 2024; October 1, 2025; September 20, 2026; October 15, 2027; October 19, 2028
Important Note: Many Jewish holidays begin at Sunset. Some internet websites record these holiday on the first full day, while others sites state the date when it begins at Sunset.
“Yom Kippur” means “Day of Atonement”. Appropriately, people set aside this day to atone for sins they have committed. “Yom Kipper” is a holiday of Prayer, fasting, and a time to attend the synagogue. Jewish people will also not work on this day, one of the most important days in the Jewish calendar. During Yom Kippur, people seek forgiveness from God, and seek to give and receive forgiveness and reconciliation with others.
Yom Kippur always occurs ten days after Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year.
Yom Kippur and Rosh Hashanah are the only Jewish holidays that do not have roots in a historical religious event.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
