New Years Day
How many light bulbs covered the FIRST Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball?
100
What day is Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrated each year?
The third Monday of January.
They say if the groundhog sees its shadow, what happens?
There will be six more weeks of winter
What is Cupid the god of?
Love
When is President's Day observed?
The third Monday in February
How much confetti is dropped in Times Square on New Year’s Eve?
About one ton
When is Martin Luther King Jr.'s actual birthday?
January 15th, 1929
If the groundhog does not see its shadow, what is predicted?
An early spring
What do the x and o in the term xoxo mean?
Hugs (o) and kisses (x)
President's Day was originally celebrated on February 22nd to honor which president's birthday?
George Washington
In Spain, 12 of what type of food is eaten at midnight on New Year’s Eve for good luck?
Grapes
Where was Martin Luther King Jr. born?
Atlanta, Georgia
What is the name of the famous groundhog in Pennsylvania?
Punxsutawney Phil
What can Cupid typically be found carrying?
A bow and arrow
Who was the only president who served four terms in office?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
When did the New Year’s Eve Ball first drop in Times Square?
1907
What was the name of Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous speech?
"I Have a Dream."
What other name is commonly used for groundhogs?
Woodchucks
How did Valentine’s Day get its name?
The holiday is named after St. Valentine who secretly officiated weddings despite the emperor forbidding young men from marrying, aiming to strengthen Rome’s soldiers
Who was the youngest elected president?
John F. Kennedy
Which Roman emperor introduced January 1st at the start of the new year?
Julius Caesar
What was Martin Luther King Jr.'s profession?
He was a minister and civil rights activist.
What is the average lifespan of a groundhog in the wild?
About 6 years
Approximately how many roses are produced for Valentine's Day each year?
250 million
Who was the only bachelor president?
James Buchanan