Welcome back to our series sharing Unique Holidays: October 6th, 2022. Today is Come and Take It Day. What does “come and take it day” mean to you and why? For Charlie and I were not sure what it means so were going to sit this holiday out.
Come and Take it Day– always observed on October 6th
October 6th is Come and Take It Day, a unique holiday. This holiday is here for the taking. Grab it. Take it and run with it. We’re sure it’s going to be a great day.
There is a slight difference between the terms “come and get it” and “come and take it”. The first suggests an offer by someone, and therefore, approval to have whatever “it” is.
We’re not sure what you have been looking for. Today is the day to reach out for it. To take it. Use your imagination. If the taking involves another person in any way shape or form, get their okay before you take it.
How to Celebrate Come and Take It Day
Don’t wait. Just go for it today. It’s there for the taking.
Learn about the Texas Revolution, the reason for Come and Take It Day.
History and Origin of Come and Take It Day
Did you know the town of Gonzales, Texas holds a Come & Take It Festival each year. The Festival commemorates the firing of the first shot of the Texas Revolution on Oct. 2nd, 1835, which took place near Gonzales.
Some people also believe that this holiday originated from a movie of the same name in 2001. We believe this is accidental.
Come and Take It Day is catchy name for a holiday, and sounds like a fun day.
Mad Hatter Day– always observed on October 6th
Mad Hatter Day, is another holiday that falls on October 6th. A great day to be silly and celebrate silliness. The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. The Mad Hatter is always acting silly. On this holiday it is only fair and fitting to act a little silly.
Despite being a silly day, the selection of the date was actually quite logical. The Mad Hatter wears a top hat. On the front of the hat is a slip of paper with “10/6” written on it. The paper is believed to be an order to make the hat, and that it costs ten shillings sixpence.
Grab yourself a top hat and have a silly Mad Hatter’s Day!
In the 8th Century, Mercury was used in hat making in a process called “carroting”. Mercury poisoning drove hatters crazy ie. mad.
How to Celebrate Mad Hatter Day
- Take some time today to watch the movie Alice in Wonderland.
- Read Mad Hatter quotes.
Famous Mad Hatter Quote
“Really, now you ask me,” said Alice, very much confused, “I don’t think—” “Then you shouldn’t talk,” said the Hatter.
History and Origin of Mad Hatter Day
Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. Mad Hatter Day dates back to 1986. Most likely a bit bored with bits and bytes, they got a little silly and created Mad Hatter Day.
Physician Assistant Day– always observed on October 6th
National Physician’s Assistant Day, celebrates and recognizes the importance and skills of the Physicians Assistant. The highly trained Physician’s Assistant, abbreviated as “PA”, is an invaluable aide to physicians and general practitioners. Physician’s Assistants can perform many of the tasks of general practitioners.
The profession of Physician’s Assistant was created in 1965 by Dr. Eugene Stead at Duke Medical Center. The first PAs graduated from Duke University on October 6th, 1967. Since then, Physician’s Assistant has grown to tens of thousands of people. Their numbers continue to grow.
How to Celebrate National Physician Assistant Day
If you see your PA today, wish them a happy day. Let them know they are appreciated.
Send them an Ecard. Or, mail them a greeting card.
History and Origin of National Physician Assistant Day
We believe that the American Academy of Physician’s Assistants (AAPA) created National Physician Assistant Day. While their website does not come out and claim to have created this holiday, they do sponsor National Physician’s Assistant Day, and National Physician’s Assistant Week.
We did not find any documentation confirming this to be a “National” Holiday and we found no congressional records or presidential proclamation.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
