When is Electronic Greetings Day?

It is observed on November 29 each year.

How do people celebrate Electronic Greetings Day?

Post a story with #electronic-greetings-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.

Electronic Greetings Day — Obscure Holiday Calendar

Overview

Electronic Greetings Day, observed annually on November 29th, encourages individuals to send holiday greetings, well wishes, or simple messages through digital means. This modern observance highlights the convenience and speed of communication via email, e-cards, social media messages, and other electronic platforms as an alternative to traditional paper cards, especially as the busy holiday season approaches.

Observed each year on November 29, Electronic Greetings Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.

Origin and story

The first email was sent by Ray Tomlinson in 1971, a foundational step for electronic communication.

The widespread popularity of e-cards began in the mid-1990s as internet access became more common.

Quick facts

DateNovember 29
TypeCultural / community observance
Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams

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Ways to celebrate

Post a story with #electronic-greetings-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.
Electronic Greetings Day lands on November 29 — host a quick nod with Friends, Families and snap a photo.
Share one fast fact about Electronic Greetings Day: The first email was sent by Ray Tomlinson in 1971, a foundational step for electronic communication.
Plan a 10-minute activity that fits the cultural / community observance vibe and make it a mini tradition.
Add Electronic Greetings Day to your Obscure Holiday Calendar app widget so you get a reminder next year.

Fun facts

The first email was sent by Ray Tomlinson in 1971, a foundational step for electronic communication.
The widespread popularity of e-cards began in the mid-1990s as internet access became more common.
Electronic greetings offer an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional paper cards by reducing paper and postage use.

Sources and attribution

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FAQ

When is Electronic Greetings Day?: It is observed on November 29 each year.
What is Electronic Greetings Day?: Electronic Greetings Day, observed annually on November 29th, encourages individuals to send holiday greetings, well wishes, or simple messages through digital means. This modern observance highlights the convenience and speed of communication via email, e-cards, social media messages, and other electronic platforms as an alternative to traditional paper cards, especially as the busy holiday season approaches.
How do people celebrate Electronic Greetings Day?: Post a story with #electronic-greetings-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.

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