The Latest News & Views from Rose Calendars
Interesting information and news about relevant dates and events, with facts relating to topical or seasonal themes. We explore the sources of historic events, festivals and celebrations from around the world and look at why these take place and where they originate.
Commemorating D-Day: Remembering the Normandy Landings
On 6 June 1944, the biggest military seaborne operation in history was carried out on the beaches of Normandy: the D-Day landings. This meticulously planned invasion, involving troops from Britain, the US, Canada and other Allied nations, marked a major turning point in World War II.
Celebrating Amelia Earhart’s Groundbreaking Solo Flight Across the Atlantic
On 20 May 1932, Amelia Earhart made history as the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. Battling icy winds and mechanical troubles, she completed the daring 15-hour journey from Newfoundland to Northern Ireland, proving that women could conquer the skies. Here is the story of that amazing feat.
Pier to Pier Walk in aid of St Helena Hospice
Taking to the shoreline at the weekend, Michael, Elizabeth and Paddy (the dog) walked between Clacton and Walton piers for a fundraising event to raise funds for St Helena Hospice.
Receiving a Stationers’ Warrant for Promotional Calendars: What It Means and Why It Matters
Rose Calendars have been awarded a Stationers’ Warrant for the range of promotional calendars for a second year running. But what does this mean and what benefits can customers dervive from it?
Commemorating the Anniversary of Concorde’s Maiden Flight
In early March 1969, the supersonic commercial passenger plane Concorde embarked on its maiden flight. This groundbreaking event showcased to the world the incredible developments in aeronautical engineering and heralded the beginning of a new era in air travel.
Donation to St Helena Hospice from Festive Fundraising
Staff at Rose Calendars were joined by St Helena Hospice’s Corporate Fundraiser Ruth Jennings last week, to hand over a cheque from monies raised over the festive period.
