• Marshmallow peeps are coming back in 2021 after production was halted due to the pandemic.

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    Marshmallow peeps are coming back in 2021 after production was halted due to the pandemic.
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    In 2020, the production of peeps the most popular American Easter candy was suspended due to the pandemic but returning this spring.  

  • Earth Day was first celebrated in 1967.

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    Earth Day was first celebrated in 1967.
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    Fales.  Earth Day (April 22) was the brainchild of Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin in 1970 to raise awareness about environmental issues.

  • April Fool's Day started in 1582!

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    April Fool's Day started in 1582!
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    Although the origin of playing practical jokes and pranks on this day is hazy, many folklorists believe it may go back to 16th-century France. At that time, New Year's Day was March 25, with a full week of partying and exchanging gifts until April 1. In 1582, the Gregorian calendar moved New Year's Day to January 1. Those who forgot or refused to honor the new calendar were teasingly called, "April Fool!" 

  • The word April means Spring.

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    The word April means Spring.
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    False.  The most common theory is that Aprilis is derived from the Latin word Aperire to open, as the opening, or blossoming, of trees and flowers.

  • Diamond is April's birthstone.

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    Diamond is April's birthstone.
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    True. Diamonds are said to bring all kinds of benefits to their owners such as better relationships, eternal love and an increase in inner strength.