Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Socializing: CANADA Day 2026 – Morning Coffee Talks

 A briefing will be available soon on this website, meanwhile, here is the Press Release.

July 1, 2026: CANADA Day

Today (July 1, 2026), all Canadians across the realm take the time to celebrate the beauty and the diversity of this incredible country we all call it home now.
It is important to realize that Canada Day is not just a simple holiday; it is a great opportunity to honor the generations who build this country and to appreciate those who will carry it forward; it is the perfect time to deeply reflect on the shared history, to honor the land we live on and to embrace the values that make Canada so special: the kindness, the inclusivity and the resilience. Here is to the pride, to the promise and to the enduring wonders of Canada!
To all those who consider Canada as their home, a very HAPPY CANADA DAY, dear fellow Canadians!
Here are few interesting facts about Canada:
1. Canada is the second-largest country in the world by land area.
2. Canada has the longest coastline in the world, with over 243,000 kilometers of shoreline.
3. Canada has more lakes than any other country, with over 2 million lakes covering about 8% of its land area.
4. The country's name comes from the St. Lawrence Iroquoian word "kanata," meaning "village" or "settlement."
5. Canada is home to the world's oldest known rock, the Acasta Gneiss, which is approximately 4.01 billion years old.
6. The country has six time zones: Pacific, Mountain, Central, Eastern, Atlantic, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
7. Canada is home to the world's longest street, the Trans-Canada Highway, which spans over 7,800 kilometers.
8. The country has a vast array of wildlife, including bears, moose, wolves, and beavers.
9. Canada is the world's largest producer of maple syrup, accounting for over 70% of global production.
10. The country has a diverse population, with over 20% of Canadians being foreign-born.
11. Canada has two official languages: English and French.
12. The country is home to the world's largest freshwater island, Manitoulin Island, located in Lake Huron.
13. Canada has a strong reputation for its natural beauty, with many famous attractions like Niagara Falls, Banff National Park, and the Canadian Rockies.
14. The country has a thriving arts and culture scene, with numerous museums, galleries, and festivals.
15. Canada is known for its friendly and welcoming people, with a high standard of living and a strong social safety net.
(Source: Love Canada)
My previous greetings on the same theme: CANADA Day – 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

June 24, 2026 – Universal Day of the ROMANIAN BLOUSE

Each year, on June 24 (during the Ro “Sânziene” feast), Romanians in the country and around the world celebrate The Universal Day of the Romanian Blouse.
The traditional Romanian blouse is not just a piece of clothing; it is a form of collective memory, a textile manuscript in which the stories of village women, the values ​​of a community and the aesthetic vision passed down from generation to generation were written with needle and thread.
Long live our Romanian traditional blouse – a bearer of memory, culture and identity!
24 iunie 2026: : Ziua Universală a Iei Românești
Pe 24 iunie (de Sânziene), românii din ţară şi de pretutindeni sărbătoresc Ziua Universală a Iei Românești.
IA nu este doar o piesă vestimentară; este o formă de memorie colectivă, un manuscris textil în care s-au scris cu ac și ață poveștile femeilor din sate, valorile unei comunități și viziunea estetică transmisă din generație în generație. 
Să ne trăiasca IA – purtătoare de memorie, cultură și identitate!IA – purtătoare de memorie, cultură și identitate!
My previous greetings on the same theme:
The Universal Day of the ROMANIAN BLOUSE2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020

Sunday, June 21, 2026

June 21, 2026: SUMMER solstice & Father’s Day

Welcome, SUMMER of 2026! May it bring us joy and peaceful days!
June 21, 2026: The SUMMER SOLSTICE = the longest day of the year. Officially, a new summer has arrived! At this time the Sun is most powerful, but after the Solstice, days will start getting shorter & shorter…meanwhile, all is green & growing – a beautiful celestial reminder of the perpetual miracle of creation. May the radiant Sun Light fill & nourish your hearts!
June 21, 2026 is also the WORLD SUN DAY. This date is not a random one, but it was chosen because it represents the beginning of the astronomical summer.
My previous greetings on the same theme: SUMMER Solstice – 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019
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21 June 2026: FATHER’S DAY in Canada
Today (June 21’26) we honor and celebrate all fathers, grandfathers, godfathers and father figures who lead with strength, wisdom, love and dedication. Your countless lessons, unwavering support, and values you pass on to future generations are deeply valued.
Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible fathers out there! I’m wishing all a day filled with love, appreciation, and cherished moments together with the loved ones.
My previous greetings on the same theme:  FATHER’s Day – 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019