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April 11, 2015

Eight Track Tape Day
Huh?  What's an 8 Track Tape?!

Barbershop Quartet Day
The History of the Barbershop Quartet
Barbershop Harmony Society
Why Are They Called "Barbershop Quartets"?
Male Barbershop Groups


Female Barbershop Groups

National Submarine Day
History and Design of Submarines
The Five Best Submarines of All Time



Cheese Fondue Day
History of Fondue
Cheese Fondue Recipes
What kind of fondue pot should you pick?

Pet Day
My guess is if you are a pet owner it is because you want to be and therefore already spoil your pets. But in case I'm wrong, maybe take today to treat your pet or if you know your pet would be happier and better taken care of with a different person/family then love them enough to find that family or person.

World Parkinson's Day
Mayo Clinic: Parkinson's 
8 Ways to Raise Awareness for Parkinson's Disease All Year Long

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