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January 29 is a fascinating day with various observances. It is Freethinkers Day, a day dedicated to those individuals who have the courage to think independently and express their opinion without fear. Simultaneously, it is National Puzzle Day, Curmudgeons Day, International Carnation Day, and more.

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Curmudgeons Day

#People

Honoring grumpy, ill-tempered individuals and encouraging understanding their grouchy outlook on life.

Pink carnation with a red stripe in the center

International Carnation Day

#Nature#Plants

A special day dedicated to appreciating the beauty and symbolism of carnations.

Hand holding a puzzle piece to assemble the puzzle that is on the table

National Puzzle Day

#Fun#Activities

Embracing the thrill and challenge of puzzling in various forms.

Interesting Facts of January 29th

  1. 1. There are 336 days remaining until the end of the year (337 in leap years).
  2. 2. The 1964 Winter Olympics were opened in Innsbruck, Austria, on this day.
  3. 3. President Carter formally welcomed Chinese Vice Premier Deng Xiaoping to the White House on this day in 1979, , marking the re-establishment of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and China.