Etch A Sketch Day is celebrated annually on July 12. Etch A Sketch is a mechanical toy used for drawing. It’s an invention by André Cassagnes from France, and was manufactured by the Ohio Art Company. The Etch A Sketch was introduced on July 12, 1960 and sold for $2.99 (equivalent to $26 today). Being a classic, it has entertained and delighted generations of kids. Etch A Sketch Day is celebrated mainly by organizations, and everyone is encouraged to be creative and have fun.
National Culture and Senior Citizens Day
National Culture and Senior Citizens Day is celebrated on July 11 in Kiribati. This public holiday celebrates the traditions of Kiribati, including its emphasis on appreciating seniors in their society. In the past, councils of chiefs ruled the islands. Members of these councils were some of the oldest and most experienced people on the island. Today, most decisions are made by courts and the national government of Kiribati, and the tradition of honoring the elderly remains. Their councils are consulted on many social, political, and economic issues, acting as a sounding board for many decisions.
National Pizza Day in Brazil
National Pizza Day in Brazil is celebrated on July 10 every year. Sao Paulo is Brazil’s pizza capital because a section of its population is of Italian descent. The ‘oriundi,’ or Italian descendants, in Brazil number around 25 million, and an estimated 10 million live in Sao Paulo. Nearly 25 million pizzas are eaten every month in Sao Paulo. On National Pizza Day in Brazil, pizzerias hold events and restaurants offer discounts. Tourists get the opportunity to taste rare pizzas, including some made with ice cream, chocolate truffles, and even fruit.