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.
Why May Day is More Than Just a Day Off Work
Having just emerged out of a four day Easter weekend, and the May Day Bank Holiday upon us, what of maypoles and morris dancing, and why do we do these crazy things?
The Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race Makes History
The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race is one of the staples of the watery British sporting calendar, but find out why this year it is set to make sporting history.
What makes St Patrick one of the most celebrated saints?
It’s hardly surprising that Ireland puts on a bit of a show for its patron saint, but why is St Patrick’s Day so popular in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, England and elsewhere?
What’s so scary about Friday the 13th?
We’ve been surrounded by rumours and myths concerning Friday the 13th for over 900 years. It’s one of the most well recognised superstitions of the western world and it’s likely to have permeated the psyche of even the most rational person.
Ethos wins 3rd award in World Calendar Awards
Our highly acclaimed Ethos Calendar has just won it’s 3rd award this year, in The World Calendar Awards.
Everyone loves a Pie!
With this week designated ‘National Pie Week’ what better reason is there to indulge in the nation’s favourite food and take some time to look at why this idea has grabbed our interest?
