Rob Cote

Celebrating Mountain Day in Japan Find out more about Mountain Day, or Yama no Hi 山の日, in Japan and learn some easy mountain-related Japanese words.

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August 11 Mountain Day Dungeon Master Prompt: A festival of a minor mountain god is ongoing. It's said the mountain god himself may make an appearance this year. #DnD

Celebrating Mountain Day in Japan Find out more about Mountain Day, or Yama no Hi 山の日, in Japan and learn some easy mountain-related Japanese words.

Inspired by Mountain Day: buff.ly/r1ImS6g

August 11 Mountain Day Writing Prompt: Pull up a picture of a Japanese mountain; describe it in ornate detail.

Learn more about Mountain Day: buff.ly/r1ImS6g

Dungeon master prompt: A festival of a minor mountain god is ongoing. It's said the mountain god himself may make an appearance this year.

Writing prompt: Pull up a picture of a Japanese mountain; describe it in ornate detail.

Established in 2016, the day is intended to provide "opportunities to get familiar with mountains and appreciate blessings from mountains," encouraging people to explore the outdoors and reflect on the importance of mountains in Japanese culture.

In Japan, August 11 is Mountain Day, a national public holiday dedicated to appreciating the nation's mountainous landscapes. -> 🧵 #YearinYarn

World Lion Day Join us for World Lion Day on August 10th, find out our top lion facts and how the big cat at the top of the animal kingdom needs our help.

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August 10 World Lion Day Dungeon Master Prompt: In a world beset by monsters and evil spellcasters, it's a strange, unexplainable plague of lions that is producing the greatest negative consequences in decades. #DnD

World Lion Day Join us for World Lion Day on August 10th, find out our top lion facts and how the big cat at the top of the animal kingdom needs our help.

Inspired by World Lion Day: buff.ly/anozlZR

August 10 World Lion Day Writing Prompt: Write a short children's story about a lion.

World Lion Day Join us for World Lion Day on August 10th, find out our top lion facts and how the big cat at the top of the animal kingdom needs our help.

Learn more about World Lion Day: buff.ly/anozlZR

Dungeon master prompt: In a world beset by monsters and evil spellcasters, it's a strange, unexplainable plague of lions that is producing the greatest negative consequences in decades.

Writing prompt: Write a short children's story about a lion.

Co-founded in 2013, the day aims to highlight the sharp decline in lion populations and rally support for conservation efforts. It's an opportunity to learn about the threats facing lions, from habitat loss to human-wildlife conflict, and to support organizations working to protect them.

Worldwide, August 10 is World Lion Day, a day to celebrate one of the world's most iconic species and raise awareness for its conservation. -> 🧵 #YearinYarn

Plantation of the Meyboom | City of Brussels

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August 9 Meyboom Dungeon Master Prompt: A magical tree has stood since its planting commemorating a great military victory thousands of years ago. For the first time ever, its leaves are changing from green to red. #DnD

Plantation of the Meyboom | City of Brussels

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August 9 Meyboom Writing Prompt: The planting of the tree of joy sparks a surprising effect across Brussels.

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Dungeon master prompt: A magical tree has stood since its planting commemorating a great military victory thousands of years ago. For the first time ever, its leaves are changing from green to red.

Writing prompt: The planting of the tree of joy sparks a surprising effect across Brussels.

Dating back to 1213, the tradition involves parading and planting a "tree of joy" (the Meyboom) in a specific location by 5 p.m. to commemorate a victory over the nearby city of Leuven. This event is a lively celebration filled with processions, giants, and fanfare.

In Brussels, Belgium, August 9 is the day of the Meyboom, one of the city's oldest and most vibrant folkloric traditions. -> 🧵 #YearinYarn