Welcome to semester two! I trust you all spent your holidays celebrating every special day despite this column’s absence. Without further ado, here’s what’s worth celebrating this week:
Monday 10th July – International Town Criers Day & Don’t Step On A Bee Day
To honour International Town Criers Day, I encourage you all to shout the wonderful news to the public that it is International Town Criers Day. Be careful not to step on a bee as you do so, otherwise you will break the code of conduct that constitutes Don’t Step On A Bee Day.
Tuesday 11th July – World Population Day
Today brings our focus to the issues of our growing population. You can visit the United Nations for more information.
Wednesday 12th July – Different Coloured Eyes Day
Heterochromia iridis (different coloured irises) is a rare and phenomenal trait - honour those who have it and celebrate!
Thursday 13th July – International Rock Day
We all had a pet rock when we were younger (No? Just me then), so today we must pay tribute to every conglomerate of minerals that has made this world a better place.
Friday 14th July – Pandemonium Day
Pandemonium Day asks you to abandon your structured lives and embrace chaos. Celebrate by running through the streets naked, rebelliously eating your meals at strange times and wearing gloves as socks.
Saturday 15th July – Pet Fire Safety Day
Make sure your dearly beloved knows about fire safety – there are a surprising number of arsonist doggos and kitties around. Teaching them how to use a fire extinguisher and how to stop drop and roll might just save their life.
Sunday 16th July – World Snake Day
Note that this fine Sunday is not an excuse to snake people, but instead is a time to celebrate the existence of your favourite slippery snakes.