December 12 Ding-a-Ling Day

Today day is December 12 Ding-a-Ling Day observed every year for Call someone you haven’t heard from in a long time.
This is the very day of the year to get in touch with dear people you did not get in touch with for a long time. If you know someone you feel sorry about having lost the contact to, then Ding-a-Ling Day offers you the perfect opportunity to give him or her a call.

In 1972, Franky Hyle placed a free ad in Chase’s Calendar of Events with his PO Box Number in Melrose Park, IL stating that for $1 you can join the Ding-A-Ling club. The club, with 871 original members, would call friends and relatives they haven’t heard from in a while every year on December 12. In a 1975 Lakeland Ledger article, the idea for the club developed during a discussion among friends about people being friendlier and led to the meaning of the term ding-a-ling. After looking up the word and finding it meant “One who hears bells in his head.
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December 11 Noodle Ring Day

Today day is December 11 Noodle Ring Day observed every year.
Day celebrates the pasta dish which is formed in an 8 or 9 inch ring mold or bundt pan. Usually made from noodles, flour, breadcrumbs, cheese, eggs and other seasonings, this dish has quite a following. When baked the noodle ring is removed from the mold and served on a plate giving it an elegant appearance.

Try your hands on making a noodle ring.
Making noodle ring from scratch is easy, all you need is some cooked pasta, eggs, bread crumbs and a cheese that melts easily. Mix all the ingredients and put it in a mold and bake until all the eggs cook and the cheese melts. Unmold and fill the center with a filling of your choice. Many recipes recommend chicken salad, sautéed vegetables or canned tuna as a filling.
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December 10 Human Rights Day

Today day is December 10 Human Rights Day observed every year across the world. The date was chosen to honor the United Nations General Assembly's adoption and proclamation, on 10 December 1948, “the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).”

The formal inception of Human Rights Day dates from 1990, after the Assembly passed resolution 423(V) inviting all States and interested organizations to adopt 10 December of each year as Human Rights Day.
Make the most of this important day and fight and talk about human rights every day of every year.
For more information on all these subjects visit the official UN website about Human Rights Day.
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December 10 Dewey Decimal System Day

Today day is December 10 Dewey Decimal System Day observed every year, Is the birthday of Melvil Dewey (1851-1931) inventor of the Dewey Decimal system of library classification.

The Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), or Dewey Decimal System, is a proprietary library classification system first published in the United States by Melvil Dewey in 1876. It has been revised and expanded through 23 major editions, the latest issued in 2011, and has grown from a four-page pamphlet in 1876 with fewer than 1,000 classes to a four volume set. It is also available in an abridged version suitable for smaller libraries. It is currently maintained by the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC), a non-profit cooperative that serves libraries. OCLC licenses access to an online version for catalogers called Web Dewey.
Learn more about the Dewey Decimal System, Visit a library and explore using the Dewey Decimal System.
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December 9 Pastry Day

Today day is December 9 Pastry Day observed every year. In the 7th century, pastry-making developed as a culinary art form in the Middle East. Culinary historians often consider French pastry chef Antonin Careme (1784 – 1833) to have been the original great master of pastry making in modern times. The Egyptians made doughnut-like pastries out of crude flour and honey, and then dipped them in wine.

There are many different types of pastry. Pastry is made with ingredients such as flour, sugar, milk, butter, shortening, baking powder and eggs. The types of pastry vary depending on the type of pastry dough they are made with. Short crust pasty is the most common pastry as it is the easiest to cook. It is made with flour, cooking fat, salt and water. To make sweetened short crust pastry, egg yolks and sugar are added.
Pastrys come into categories: like Shortcrust pastry – simplest and most common, Sweetcrust pastry – similar to the shortcrust but sweeter, Flaky pastry – simple pastry that expands when cooked, Puff pastry – has many layers that cause it to puff when baked, Choux pastry – very light pastry that is often filled with cream or other fillings, Phyllo pastry – paper-thin pastry dough that is used in many layers.
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December 8 Brownie Day

Today day is December 8 Brownie Day observed every year. Brownies were created in the United States at the end of the 19th century. A cross between a cookie and cake, they soon became very popular across the country. The name “brownie” was first used in 1896.

Brownies come in a variety of forms. They are either fudgy or cakes, depending on their density, and they may include nuts, frosting, whipped cream, chocolate chips, or other ingredients. A variation that is made with brown sugar and no chocolate is called a Blondie.
Brownies are common lunchbox fare, typically eaten by hand, and often accompanied by milk or coffee. They are sometimes served warm with ice cream, topped with whipped cream or marzipan, or sprinkled with powdered sugar. They are especially popular in restaurants, where they can be found in variation on many dessert menus. (With material from: Wikipedia)
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December 7 Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Today day is December 7 Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, a holiday to remember and honor all those who died in the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.

More than 2000 American citizens were killed and more than 1000 were injured. The Americans also lost a large proportion of their battle ships and nearly 200 aircraft that were stationed in the Pacific region. More than 60 Japanese servicemen were killed, injured or captured. The Japanese Navy also lost five midget submarines and 29 aircraft.
Today Traditionally the Flag of the United States is flown at half-staff, until sunset, to honor those who lost their lives serving this nation at Pearl Harbor.
It is not a federal holiday. Government offices, schools, and businesses do not close. Some organizations may hold special events in memory of those killed or injured at Pearl Harbor.
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December 6 Gazpacho Day

Today day is December 6 Gazpacho Day observed in US and all over the world. Gazpacho is a soup made of raw vegetables and served cold, originating in the southern Spanish region of Andalusia. Gazpacho is widely eaten in Spain and neighboring Portugal (Portuguese: gazpacho), particularly during the hot summers, as it is refreshing and cool.

The original Spanish Gazpacho recipe includes stale bread, tomato, cucumber, bell pepper, onion and garlic, olive oil, wine, vinegar, water and salt.
Gazpacho has ancient roots. There are a number of theories of its origin, including as a soup of bread, olive oil, water and garlic that arrived in Spain and Portugal with the Romans and also with the addition of vinegar. Once in Spain, it became a part of And allusion cuisine, particularly Córdoba and Seville, using stale bread, garlic, olive oil, salt, and vinegar, similar to ajoblanco.
During the 19th century, the red gazpacho evolved when tomatoes were added among the ingredients. This version was spread internationally. (With material from Wikipedia)
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December 6 Microwave Oven Day

Today day is December 6 Microwave Oven Day observed every year.
A microwave oven (commonly referred to as a microwave) is a kitchen appliance that heats and cooks food by exposing it to microwave radiation in the electromagnetic spectrum. This induces polar molecules in the food to rotate and produce thermal energy in a process known as dielectric heating. Microwave ovens heat foods quickly and efficiently because excitation is fairly uniform in the outer 25–38 mm (1–1.5 inches) of a homogeneous, high water content food item; food is more evenly heated throughout (except in heterogeneous, dense objects) than generally occurs in other cooking techniques.

Percy Spencer is generally credited with inventing the modern microwave oven after World War II from radar technology developed during the war.
Named the "Radarange", it was first sold in 1946. Raytheon later licensed its patents for a home-use microwave oven that was first introduced by Tappan in 1955, but these units were still too large and expensive for general home use. The countertop microwave oven was first introduced in 1967 by the Amana Corporation, and their use has spread into commercial and residential kitchens around the world. (With material from Wikipedia)
Tips on Safe Microwave Oven Operation
• Follow the manufacturer's instruction manual for recommended operating procedures and safety precautions for your oven model.
• Use microwave safe cookware specially manufactured for use in the microwave oven.
• Don't operate a microwave oven if the door does not close firmly or is bent, warped, or otherwise damaged.
• Stop using a microwave oven if it continues to operate with the door open.
• As an added safety precaution, don't stand directly against an oven (and don't allow children to do this) for long periods of time while it is operating.
• Do not heat water or liquids in the microwave oven longer than recommended in the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Some ovens should not be operated when empty. Refer to the instruction manual for your oven.
• Regularly clean the oven cavity, the outer edge of the cavity, and the door with water and a mild detergent. A special microwave oven cleaner is not necessary. Be sure to not use scouring pads, steel wool, or other abrasives.
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December 5 Bathtub Party Day

Today day is December 5 Bathtub Party Day observed every year people enjoy this day to skip the ordinary, everyday shower and take luxuriate shower in a good soak in the tub.

Today Take a tub full of warm water today and have fun with bubbles and foam! A bathtub, bath or tub is a large container for holding water in which a person may bathe. A bathtub is usually placed in a bathroom either as a stand-alone fixture or in conjunction with a shower.
Bathing creates a feeling of well-being and the physical appearance of cleanliness. Bathing may also be practised for therapeutic purposes or as a recreational activity. (With material from: Wikipedia)
Bathtub Party Day was created by Thomas and Ruth Roy at Wellcat.com visit to more information. The creators of this day at Wellcat encourage you to invite a friend to your bathtub party.
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December 5 Sacher Torte Day

Today day is December 5 Sacher Torte Day observed every year, people also known as Sachertorte.
Sachertorte is a specific type of chocolate cake, or torte, invented by Austrian Franz Sacher in 1832 for Prince Wenzel von Metternich in Vienna, Austria. It is one of the most famous Viennese culinary specialties.

Recipes similar to that of the Sachertorte appeared as early as the 18th century, one instance being in the 1718 cookbook of Conrad Hagger, another individual represented in Gartler-Hickmann's 1749 Tried and True Viennese Cookbook (Wienerisches bewährtes Kochbuch).
In 1832, Prince Wenzel von Metternich charged his personal chef with creating a special dessert for several important guests. The head chef, having taken ill, let the task fall to his sixteen-year-old apprentice, Franz Sacher, then in his second year of training in Metternich's kitchen. The Prince is reported to have declared, "Let there be no shame on me tonight!" While the torte created by Sacher on this occasion is said to have delighted Metternich's guests, the dessert received no immediate further attention. Sacher completed his training as a chef and afterward spent time in Bratislava (Pressburg) and Budapest, ultimately settling in his hometown of Vienna, where he opened a specialty delicatessen and wine shop. (With material from Wikipedia)
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December 4 Dice Day

Today day is December 4 Dice Day observed every year across the US. Dice are small throw able objects with multiple resting positions, used for generating random numbers. Dice are suitable as gambling devices for games like craps and are also used in non-gambling tabletop games.

A traditional die is a cube, with each of its six faces showing a different number of dots (pips) from 1 to 6. When thrown or rolled, the die comes to rest showing on its upper surface a random integer from one to six, each value being equally likely. A variety of similar devices are also described as dice; such specialized dice may have polyhedral or irregular shapes and may have faces marked with symbols instead of numbers. They may be used to produce results other than one through six. Loaded and crooked dice are designed to favor some results over others for purposes of cheating or amusement.
Dice likely originated in the ancient Middle East. One of the oldest known dice games was excavated from a Mesopotamian tomb, dating to the 24th century BC. British archaeologist Leonard Woolley discovered the dice in the Royal Cemetery at Ur with a board game known as the Royal Game of Ur. Two types of dice, stick dice and tetrahedral dice (dice with four triangular surfaces), were found with the board game. Unlike modern dice, the numbers on the opposite sides of Mesopotamian dice were consecutive numbers rather than numbers that add up to seven. (With material from Wikipedia)
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December 3 Roof Over Your Head Day

Today day is December 3 Roof Over Your Head Day observed every year. A Home and Roof for every one…And that’s most of us dreamed until we achieved.

“Love is not all you need – you will also need food, clothes and a roof over your heads. Silly, but so true.”
-Moffat Machingura
The primary job of most roofs is to keep out water. The large area of a roof repels a lot of water, which must be directed in some suitable way, so that it does not cause damage or inconvenience. Because the purpose of a roof is to protect people and their possessions from climatic elements, the insulating properties of a roof are a consideration in its structure and the choice of roofing material. (With material from: Wikipedia)
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December 2 Fritters Day

Today day is December 2 Fritters Day observed every year. Fritters are popular all over the world, though obviously they’re not called fritters everywhere you go.
Fritters are pan-fried or deep-fried cakes with a wide variety of fillings. Fritters have first been consumed by Ancient Romans who then carried them to Europe.
Fritters come in a variety of forms, from morsels dipped in flavorful batters to bits of dough stuffed or filled with delicious surprises, all of which are deep-fried and served hot with dips, drips or dustings of seasonings, sweets or sauces.
Enjoy your favorite fritter on Fritters Day, and then share them with a friend and family.
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December 1 Eat a Red Apple Day

Today day is December 1 Eat a Red Apple Day Observed every year.
There are over 7,500 varieties of apples, apples are widely available. They can come in a variety of shapes, flavors, and colors including all shades of red, green, and yellow. Washington State is one of the biggest producers of apples in US and over 7.5% of the world production coming from the US only.
Apples have high nutritional value and are an extremely healthy snack. You know the saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”.
The peel alone contains antioxidants that help reduce damaged cells and fight diseases. Apples are also fat, sodium, and cholesterol free. They are very low in calories, have high amount of fiber and Vitamin C and their skin is full of antioxidants. They are thought to have bad cholesterol reducing properties and can help lower the risk of certain types of cancer.
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