National Jamaican Patty Day, which takes place on the first Saturday in August each year, is a celebration to make all food lovers — and their taste buds — sit up and pay attention. This year, it takes place on August 2. For those who aren’t familiar with this delicious snack yet, Jamaican Patties are flaky, spicy, savory pastries that are found everywhere you get West Indian cuisine. These patties are filled with a variety of flavorful meats like ground beef, chicken, or seafood, and are seasoned differently too. What makes it authentically Jamaican is the addition of special Caribbean herbs and spices — the fiery Scotch bonnet chili is one common ingredient.
Sandcastle Day
Sandcastle Day is observed on the first Saturday in August every year. This year, it falls on August 2. Sandcastle Day was created to remind us of the pleasure that a bit of sand, water, and sunlight can provide us in the summertime. Everyone’s childhood sandcastle experiences should be treasured for the rest of their lives. Sandcastle Day is an excellent opportunity to take a few hours out of your day to recall how much fun it can be to build sandcastles at the beach with your children.
National Dash Cam Day
National Dash Cam Day on August 5 is held to raise awareness about various road safety precautions. A dash cam is a small in-car camera positioned on the windscreen that records everything in front of and, in some situations, behind the driver.
When involved in an accident, it can act as an objective witness while also saving drivers money on their insurance. Most dash cams also feature a parking mode that can record events and act as a deterrent to theft and damage when you’re not in your vehicle.