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December 11, 2016
Holidays/Events/Parades

“Three phrases that sum up Christmas: Peace on Earth, Goodwill to Men, and Batteries Not Included”

A popular Christmas saying printed on many images is: "Three phrases that sum up Christmas are: Peace on Earth, Goodwill to Men, and Batteries Not Included." The jocular line has been…

December 29, 2022
Holidays/Events/Parades

“To everyone who received a book from me for Christmas, they’re due back at the library next Friday”

"To everyone that received a book from me for Christmas, they're due back at the library next Friday. Thank you" is a jocular saying that has been printed on many images. The joke…

December 12, 2024
Buildings/Housing/ParksHolidays/Events/ParadesWork/Businesses

“To get rid of unwanted junk during the holidays… Put it in an Amazon box and leave it on the porch”

"Need to get rid of unwanted junk during the holidays? Put it in Amazon boxes and leave it on your front porch" is a jocular saying that has been printed on may images. That is, people…

March 8, 2017
Holidays/Events/Parades

“Today is International Women’s Day” (joke)

International Women's Day is on March 8th; a Women's Day was celebrated in New York City on February 28, 1909. A joke has been printed on several images: "Today is International…

December 19, 2016
Holidays/Events/Parades

“Trimming the tree with happy hearts, that’s the way the holiday starts”

A Christmas tree saying has several small variations: "Trimming the tree with happy hearts, that's the way the holiday starts.""Trimming the tree with happy hearts, that's…

October 23, 2024
Holidays/Events/ParadesTransportation

“Trunk or Treat” (“trick or treat” from a vehicle’s trunk)

"Trunk or Treat" is a variation of "trick or treat" from a vehicle's trunk. Google Groups: alt.religion.mormon Whats "appropriate" in the chapel??…

December 20, 2024
Holidays/Events/ParadesTime/Weather

“Two tips for Christmas: 1. Forget the past. You can’t change it. 2. Forget the present. I didn’t get you one”

"Two tips for Christmas: 1. Forget the past. You can't change it. 2. Forget the present. I didn't get you one" is a joke that has been printed on many images. There is a pun on…

January 28, 2017
Holidays/Events/Parades

“Valentine’s Day is when a lot of married men are reminded what a poor shot Cupid really is”

A Valentine's Day saying has been printed on several images: "Valentine's Day is when a lot of married men are reminded what a poor shot Cupid really is.: The saying was posted to…

December 25, 2025
Holidays/Events/ParadesTime/Weather

“We have now entered the void (25th December to 31st December)”

The period between the holidays of Christmas (December 25th) and New Year's Day (January 1st) is a time when many people are off from school or work. Some people catch up on sleep and…

December 25, 2025
Holidays/Events/ParadesTime/Weather

“We have officially entered the void (December 25th to December 31st)”

The period between the holidays of Christmas (December 25th) and New Year's Day (January 1st) is a time when many people are off from school or work. Some people catch up on sleep and…

December 25, 2025
Holidays/Events/ParadesTime/Weather

“We have officially entered the void (December 26th to December 31st)”

The period between the holidays of Christmas (December 25th) and New Year's Day (January 1st) is a time when many people are off from school or work. Some people catch up on sleep and…

February 12, 2026
Food/DrinkHolidays/Events/Parades

“We should get rid of Valentine’s Day and replace it with a second Thanksgiving”

Many people don't like Valentine's Day because it's about love, but they do enjoy meeting people and eating together. It's been suggested to get rid of Valentine's Day and…

October 30, 2022
Holidays/Events/Parades

“Well at least I can pretend that the dark circles around my eyes are for Halloween”

Some people have dark circles around their eyes -- naturally perfect for Halloween. "My new meds made me feel like a zombie this morning. The dark circles under my eyes are a great prep for…

November 10, 2016
Holidays/Events/Parades

“What always comes at the end of Thanksgiving?”/“The letter G.”

A popular Thanksgiving riddle is: Q: What always comes at the end of Thanksgiving?A: The letter "g." The riddle has been cited in print since at least 2006, when it was included on a web…

April 21, 2025
Food/DrinkHolidays/Events/ParadesTime/Weather

“What comes after Easter Sunday?”/“Egg Fart Monday.”

"What comes after Easter Sunday? Egg Fart Monday" is a jocular saying that has been printed on many images. Easter is a holiday that is associated with eggs. "So, Good Friday is…

December 20, 2016
Holidays/Events/Parades

“What did Adam say on the day before Christmas?”/“It’s Christmas, Eve.”

A popular Christmas riddle is: Q: What did Adam say the day before Christmas?A: "It's Christmas, Eve." The riddle has been cited in print since at least 1977. The joke sometimes has…

September 17, 2018
Holidays/Events/Parades

“What did I get for Christmas? Fat. I got fat”

"What did I get for Christmas? Fat. I got fat" is a jocular line that has been printed on many images. "Knows what i'm getting for christmas: fat" was posted on Twitter by…

December 24, 2022
Holidays/Events/Parades

“What did one Christmas tree say to another?”/“Lighten up!”

A Christmas riddle is: Q: What did one Christmas tree say to another? A: Lighten up! "What did the Christmas tree say to the string of bulbs when they were sad? Lighten up! #christmas…

March 15, 2017
Holidays/Events/Parades

“What did St. Patrick say to the snakes?”/“He told them to ‘hiss off!’”

A St. Patrick's Day joke about Saint Patrick is: Q: What did St. Patrick say to the snakes?A: He told them to "hiss off!" The joke has been cited in print since at least 2001.…

December 24, 2022
Holidays/Events/Parades

“What did the Christmas tree say to the light bulb when it was sad?”/“Lighten up!”

A Christmas riddle is: Q: What did one Christmas tree say to another? A: Lighten up! "What did the Christmas tree say to the string of bulbs when they were sad? Lighten up! #christmas…

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