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SHELBY COUNTY COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Today is March 18 National Lacy Oatmeal Cookie Day March.

Oral Health Awareness Initiatives
Philips Sonicare has declared March 20th as World Oral Health Night, a public awareness initiative coinciding with World Oral Health Day.

Promoting ‘caring and sharing’ globally for 2026 International Day of Happiness
In two days, the world will be commemorating the 2026 International Day of Happiness, a day celebrated annually on March 20,...

National Biodiesel Day Celebrates Future of Clean Fuel Production
On National Biodiesel Day, Clean Fuels Alliance America celebrates the industry's resiliency and looks ahead to new opportunities for...

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Irish music across genres
Irish Times writer Patrick Freyne shares his recommendations for music out of Ireland.

National Sloppy Joe Day: What was your favorite elementary school lunch?
March 18 is National Sloppy Joe Day! For many, it is a cafeteria lunch staple. What was your favorite elementary school lunch?

Love Ravioli? Try These 10 Inventive Variations
National Ravioli Day is celebrated on March 20 and is a great opportunity to celebrate this classic tender pasta packed with deliciously...

World Oral Health Day: 'The Night Switch' could save your smile
World Oral Health Day is this Friday, March 20, 2026, but experts are shifting the spotlight to what happens after the sun goes down.

World Oral Health Day: 'The Night Switch' could save your smile
World Oral Health Day is this Friday, March 20, 2026, but experts are shifting the spotlight to what happens after the sun goes down.

Thousands march through St. Paul in 60th St. Patrick's Day parade
Shamrocks, flags and green as far as the eye can see as thousands march in the 60th St. Paul St. Patrick's Day Parade.

ESSEX COUPLES GIVEN CHANCE TO WIN ENGAGEMENT RING THIS NATIONAL PROPOSAL DAY
Loved-up couples across Essex and beyond are being given the chance to win a £2,500 engagement ring this National Proposal Day,...

National Biodiesel Day Celebrates Renewable Fuel Innovation
Tomorrow is National Biodiesel Day, observed each year on March 18, it highlights the growing role of renewable fuels in today's energy...

100 Silly St. Patrick’s Day Jokes Kids Will Love
The luck of the Irish is not enough—get your kids into the spirit of March 17 with these funny St. Patrick's Day jokes and puns.

We're learning how to get out of those awkward moments at work!
National Awkward Moments Day is Wednesday. Our civility expert will put us to the test to see if we know how to get out of some sticky...

Chicken community releases economic impact data ahead of National Poultry Day
DOVER — The Delmarva chicken community raised 628 million birds, produced 4.7 billion pounds of poultry products and generated $4.6 billion...

New Mexicans celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day early
People across the Albuquerque metro area are already celebrating St. Patrick's Day, with festivities kicking off early this weekend.

Ray Brewer leads Jaffrey St Patrick's Day parade
The only St. Patrick's Day parade in New Hampshire was led by a former WMUR reporter for whom the holiday has an extra special meaning.

GALLERY: Who’s who at Wellsville’s World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Photos by Ella Green, pictured are the parade founders Allegany County AOH. Wellsville has long celebrated St. Patrick's Day with gusto over...

World Oral Health Day 2026
World Oral Health Day 2026 · Present the Western Pacific Regional Implementation Plan for Oral Health · Highlight progress on integrating oral...

Downtown Portland turns green with St. Patrick’s Day parade, festivities
PORTLAND, Maine (WGME) -- A sea of green filling Downtown Portland for St. Patrick's Day Weekend. The city ushering in St. Patrick's day...

5 Common St. Patrick's Day Myths, Debunked
From the birthplace of St. Patrick to the color green, several popular myths actually have little to do with the true origins of the...

World Sparrow Day 2026: 5 fascinating facts about the bird
Every year, World Sparrow Day 2026 is observed on March 20 around the world to raise awareness about the bird, their decline,...

The Gold'N Krisp Potato Chips story is a family affair
CANAL FULTON − Step aside, math geeks. March 14 — known as Pi Day, as in 3.14 — also happened to be National Potato Chip Day.

