National Tile Day is on February 23, and we are supercharged to enjoy the aesthetic pleasure of the superb craftsmanship and creativity of the tile industry. Did you know that tiles have existed for thousands of years? Yes, mostly ceramic, mosaic, and stone tiles, and they have evolved into the many varieties so many of us crave today.
Big Wind Day
Big Wind Day is observed each year in the United States on April 12. The day commemorates the recording of the highest natural wind gust measured on the Earth’s surface. It was on the afternoon of April 12, 1934, that winds blowing at 231 miles per hour were recorded by Mount Washington Observatory. Mount Washington is the highest peak in the Northeastern United States at 6,288 ft. It is said to be the most notable mountain east of the Mississippi River. While it is difficult to say if the day will receive strong winds as it did in 1934, one can still expect that it will be windy on Mount Washington.
National Cinnamon Crescent Day
National Cinnamon Crescent Day is celebrated every year on April 10. Cinnamon crescents are easy to make. When preparing the cinnamon crescent pastry, the dough is filled with ingredients like sugar, cinnamon, and butter. Once the stuffing is inserted, the dough is rolled into a crescent shape and is then put into the oven for baking. After a few minutes of baking, the crescent is ready to be eaten. The pastry is sweet, which makes the cinnamon crescent a widely loved delicacy. You may add icing sugar to the pastry for extra sweetness.