On July 31, the world marks the professional holiday of wildlife defenders — World Ranger Day, and magic fans celebrate Harry Potter's birthday. According to the new church calendar, Orthodox believers honor the memory of the righteous Evdokym and prepare for the beginning of the Dormition Fast, reports UNN.
World Ranger Day
An important ecological and professional holiday established by the International Ranger Federation (IRF) in 2007. On this day, park rangers and nature conservation inspectors are honored, who risk their lives daily protecting wild animals from poachers and preserving unique ecosystems. Also on this day, rangers who died in the line of duty are remembered.
Warriors' Day in Malaysia
A national holiday in honor of all servicemen of the Malaysian Armed Forces who died defending the sovereignty and security of their country in various historical eras.
Harry Potter's Birthday
A cult unofficial holiday for millions of fans of the "Boy Who Lived." According to J.K. Rowling's books, Harry Potter was born on July 31, 1980. Interestingly, the writer herself also celebrates her birthday on July 31.
National Avocado Day
A popular gastronomic holiday dedicated to one of the healthiest superfoods of our time, which has become a real hit in cooking and social media.
National Mutt Day
A good initiative celebrated twice a year. It encourages people to adopt animals from shelters, as mixed breeds often have stronger health and become incredibly loyal friends.
Raspberry Cake Day
A sweet culinary holiday that perfectly fits the summer berry harvest season.
Commemoration Day of the Righteous Evdokym of Cappadocia (Meat-Fare for the Dormition Fast)
According to the new calendar, on July 31, the righteous Evdokym is honored, who is considered the patron of the family hearth. In folk tradition, the holiday was called "Evdokym's Day." Since the strict Dormition Fast begins the next day (August 1 according to the new style), July 31 was traditionally celebrated as Meat-Fare — the last day when meat and dairy dishes were allowed.
For those who follow the old calendar: on July 31, the memory of the martyr Emilian (Omelian) is honored. In folk tradition, the day was named "Omelian's Day." By this time, the harvest usually ended. After hard work in the field, peasants traditionally heated bathhouses with brooms for steaming to relieve fatigue and cleanse themselves.