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Day Guide for Saturday January 1st 2022

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This is our day guide for Saturday January 1st 2022 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Observances on January 1st 2022

Alzheimer's Awareness Month

• Health
• Canada

This Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, let’s end stigma and make Canada a safer place for people living with dementia. Read More

Veganuary

• Health
• International

Find out the dates and background to Veganuary Read More

Feast of St Basil

• Religious
• International

On January 1 the Greek Orthodox church commemorates Saint Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia. Read More

New Year's Day

• Public Holiday
• International

The first day of the year is a truly global holiday, celebrated by 90% of the world's population. Read More

Public Domain Day

• History
• International

Celebrate creativity and cultural freedom on Public Domain Day, marking the release of classic works for all to use, share, and enjoy freely. Read More

World Day of Peace 🕊️

• General
• International

Discover the history and significance of the World Day of Peace, a Catholic observance held every January 1st to promote global harmony and reflection. Read More

National Fruitcake Toss Day

• Action
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Fruitcake Toss Day Read More

National Mentoring Month

• Education
• USA

Find out the dates and background to National Mentoring Month Read More

National Poverty in America Awareness Month

• General
• USA

January is Poverty Awareness Month, a month-long initiative to raise awareness and call attention to the growth of poverty in America. Read More

National Blood Donor Month 🩸

• Health
• USA

Discover how National Blood Donor Month honors donors and boosts awareness on the vital need for donations, especially during times of increased demand. Read More

National Bloody Mary Day

• Alcohol
• United Kingdom

This famous cocktail is said to have originated in Paris at the start of the 1920s. Read More

Dry January

• Health
• United Kingdom

In January we are encouraged to give up alcohol and go vegan. Both probably sponsored by the February Marketing Board. Read More

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General Information for January 1st 2022

• There are 12 observances on this day.
• This was 1520 days ago.
• Day 1 of 2022
• 364 days left in 2022
• Week 52 of the year

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On this Day in History

• 2002 - Across Europe, countries ditch their local currency in favour of the Euro.
• 1995 - Serial killer Fred West is found hanged in his Birmingham prison cell - he was awaiting trial on 12 murder charges, abduction, false imprisonment and various sexual offences.
• 630 - The Prophet Mohammed and his army set out to capture Mecca.