Skip to content May 16th is the 136th day in the Gregorian calendar. On this day Queen Elizabeth became the first monarch to address the United States Congress; the first Academy Awards were bestowed, and then President Andrew Johnson was acquitted of impeachment by a single vote in the U.S. Senate. Famous May 16th birthdays include Janet Jackson and Liberace. Today is National Mimosa Day.
We have 12 holidays listed for May 16.
Vesak Vesak celebrates Buddha’s birth, along with his enlightenment and death in some traditions.
Buddha Purnima Take deep breaths and clear your mind, as we take you on a mystical journey!
Drawing Day Get out your drawing pads and pencils and bring the images in your imagination to life.
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