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.
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?
Calendar Houses
The ‘Calendar House’ is something of a rarity – only a few were ever built in this curious architectural style. Knole House in Kent is a fine example, built with 365 rooms, one for each day of the year.
