Stephen Lawrence Day is commemorated every year on April 22, in honor of a black teenager who was slain in a racist attack on the same day in 1993. Lawrence was 18 years old when he was attacked and killed while waiting for a bus in Plumstead, south-east London. The suspects were apprehended but never charged. Lawrence’s race was said to have influenced how the case was handled. The Stephen Lawrence Foundation established Stephen Lawrence Day to honor his life and legacy, to inspire a more equal, inclusive society, and develop possibilities for the U.K.’s marginalized youth.
World Curlew Day
World Curlew Day is observed every April 21 by various environmental organizations to raise awareness about the problems faced by curlews. Curlews are a group of birds comprising nine species from the genus Numenius. Long, slender, downcurved bills and mottled brown plumage are characteristics that can easily help identify the bird. Mary Colwell started the day in 2017 as a grassroots initiative to help protect the species. The plight of the bird is mostly man-made, and it is our primary responsibility to make the planet a safe place for not just humans, but all other living beings as well.
Sylvester the Cat Birthday
We celebrate Sylvester the Cat Birthday on April 19. We all love the whimsical cat who keeps on chasing a small birdie he can never get. There are moments when we can’t help but root for him seeing how desperate he gets. We occasionally shared his frustration and felt for his failure. He also managed to help us laugh and forget our woes. What more can we ask from a cartoon tuxedo cat with some speaking issues? Sylvester’s birthday is a big deal for all his fans and we are excited to share this day with you.