Barnum & Bailey Day

March 28 marks an exciting celebration in the world of entertainment—it’s Barnum & Bailey Day! This day commemorates the iconic American circus known as “The Greatest Show on Earth,” which combined the talents of P.T. Barnum, J.A. Bailey, and the Ringling Brothers. It’s a day to remember the magic, excitement, and wonder that the circus has brought to audiences around the world. 

Five Fun Facts about Barnum & Bailey Day

·   The Barnum & Bailey Circus was created when P.T. Barnum’s circus merged with James Anthony Bailey’s in 1881.

·    Known for its elaborate spectacles, the circus travelled across the country in special trains.

·   The phrase “The Greatest Show on Earth” was actually coined by P.T. Barnum, showcasing his flair for the dramatic.

·  The circus was famous for its vast menagerie of animals, breathtaking acrobatic performances, and unique attractions.

·  Barnum & Bailey Day celebrate not just the circus, but the imagination and innovation that can turn dreams into reality.

Anand Rishiji Maharaj's Death Anniversary

 

Anand Rishiji Maharaj, who passed away on 28 March 1992, aged 91, in Ahmednagar, Maharashra, India, was a Jain religious leader. The Government of India issued a commemorative postage stamp in his honour on 9 August 2002. He was awarded with the honorary title of Rashtra Sant by Maharashtra’s chief minister. He was the Second Acharya of Vardhaman Sthanakvasi Shraman Sangha.

He was born in Chinchodi, Maharashtra on 27 July 1900 and received initiation from the age of thirteen with Acharya Ratna Rishiji Maharaj, who died in Alipur, Maharashtra in 1927. He was pious from his childhood, and started taking religious lessons at an early age.

From 1964 until his death in 1992, he was the second Acharya of Vardhman Sthanakvasi Jain Shravak Sangh, a Jain religious body.

At the age of 13, Nemichand decided to spend the rest of his life as a Jain sant. His diksha (consecration) took place on 7 December 1913 at Miri in Ahmednagar district. He was then given the name Anand Rishi Ji Maharaj. He started learning Sanskrit and Prakrit Stotras under the guidance of Pandit Rajdhari Tripathi.

He gave his first pravachan to the public in 1920 at Ahmednagar. Anand Rishi Ji started many programs to benefit Shravaks. While in Ghodnadi for chaturmas, he decided to establish a religious center called Shri. Tilok Ratna Sthanakvasi Jain Dharmik Pariksha Board. It was established in Ahmednagar on 25 November 1936.

He was the founder of many educational institutes. The AnandDham, Anandrishiji Hospital, Anandrishiji Netralaya and Anandrishiji Blood Bank in Ahmednagar were built in his memory and are named after him.

He accepted santhara (preparation for death by fasting) before his death on 28 March 1992 in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra.

Marc Chagall's Death Anniversary

 

Marc Chagall, who passed away on 28 March 1985, at Saint-Paul, Alpes-Maritimes, France, aged 97, was a Belorussian-born French painter, printmaker, and designer who composed his images based on emotional and poetic associations, rather than on rules of pictorial logic. Predating Surrealism, his early works, such as I and the village (1911), were among the first expressions of psychic reality in modern art. His works in various media include sets for plays and ballets, etchings illustrating the Bible, and stained-glass windows.

Respect Your Cat Day

 

Respect Your Cat Day, celebrated annually on March 28, is a day of showing regard for one's feline companions, and the holiday might have had its origins in a 1384 edict from England's King Richard II.

It is a day for cat owners to revere their pets as they were once worshiped 4,000 years ago in ancient Egypt.

On this day, cat owners are encouraged to take the time to show their cats how much they are loved and appreciated. This can be done in a variety of ways, such as giving your cat extra attention, playing with them more, or providing them with special treats.

It is also important to remember that respecting your cat means more than just showing them affection. It means providing them with a safe and comfortable environment, feeding them a healthy diet, and taking care of their physical and emotional needs.