Sunday, 28 January is the Feast of Saint Carolus Magnus, also known Charlemagne, Karl der Grosse, and Carl the Great. While he is famous for his contributions to the Roman Catholic Church — he is Blessed, which is one step below… Continue Reading
Tonight is Burns Night, a celebration of the life and poetry of the Scottish poet and lyricist Robert Burns. Born 25 January 1759, Burns is widely considered to be the national poet of Scotland. He is known for “Auld Lang Syne,” “Scots Wha… Continue Reading
Today, January 23, is National Pie Day in the United States, not to be confused with Pi Day, which is March 14. According to one story, school teacher named Charlie Papazian declared National Pie Day for the first time in… Continue Reading
Today, January 19, is popcorn day! The Popcorn Board, an alliance of popcorn companies in the United States, has no information on the origins of the day, stating, “Some other individual or organization (with obvious good taste) began this tradition.”… Continue Reading
Today, January 16, is National Fig Newton Day in the United States. Magically, figs are believed to enhance fertility, strength, energy, and health, and are pleasing to Venus. Some sources imply that men can eat fresh figs to increase their potency… Continue Reading
Today, January 11, is National Milk Day in the United States. It is also the 144th anniversary of the death of Gail Borden, Jr., the inventor of condensed milk. Borden’s invention in 1853 meant that milk could be kept without refrigeration… Continue Reading
Today is the Feast of Miguel de Molinos. The Invisible Basilica of Sabazius tells us that Molinos was a “Spanish priest and mystic, the chief exponent of Quietism. He studied theology at Valencia, moving to Rome after his ordination.” The… Continue Reading
Today is the first day of Kwanzaa, a week-long celebration honoring African heritage in African-American culture. The holiday is observed from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a feast and gift-giving. The feast, known as Karamu, usually takes place on December 31.… Continue Reading
Today in 274 CE, the Roman Emperor Aurelius dedicated a temple to Sol Invictus, the Unconquered Sun. Sol Invictus was a patron of soldiers as well as the official sun god of the later Roman Empire. The Aurelian family (gens Aurelian) was associated… Continue Reading
Ok need a new drink to kick off any party with new drink. Try this one. 1 oz vodka 1 oz of homemade grenadine (equal parts sugar to pomegranate juice) 1 oz fresh OJ Splash of lemon or lime juice… Continue Reading