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Where is Odie Day celebrated?
Odie Day is celebrated throughout the United States.
Who is Odie Day celebrated by?
Everyone, particularly children, celebrates Odie Day.
When did Odie Day first start?
Odie Day was first celebrated on August 8, 1978, when he first appeared in the 'Garfield' comic strip. It is also Odie's birthday.
Who started Odie Day?
No one knows who started Odie day.
History And Timeline
Odie is a lovable character with a lolling tongue and a tail that wags like a metronome, especially when he sees Garfield. He loves Garfield without reservations and is quick to defend the cat whenever he gets into trouble because of his unkindly tongue.
Earlier, Jim Davis had thought of calling him Spot, and he had to change that name because there was another dog named Spot in another comic strip.
The Original Cartoon Appears
The original cartoon written by Jim Davis was titled 'Jon', and appeared locally in Pendleton Times-Post newspaper.
1976Odie Appears
On August 8, Jim Davis introduced Odie in the cartoon series 'Garfield and Friends.'
1978'Garfield' Debuts On Television
Wider viewership was attained when 'Garfield' aired on CBS Television.
1988Odie Starts Walking On Two Feet
In October this year, Odie started to walk on two feet and not four.
1997First Garfield Movie Released
'Garfield: The Movie' released.
2004Traditions And Customs
Odie day was celebrated only once by his creator, Jim Davis. But the public has started to celebrate his birthday by throwing an Odie-themed party. It's a day to bring out all the 'Garfield' comics and introduce a new generation to these two famous cartoons, so they don't miss the fun that the older generation had in reading them.
Ways To Observe Or Celebrate Odie Day
Organize balloons, streamers, and party hats for the party participants. Make Odie cake pops, serve them on plates with Garfield pictures, and have napkins featuring Garfield's and Odie's pictures on them. You can also celebrate the birthday party by having guests dressed up as Odie and Garfield.
Facts And Stats
- This day celebrates Odie's birthday when he was introduced for the first time in the comic strip.
- Odie Day is celebrated to remind us of our childhood and it celebrates one of the most famous comic strips of our time.
- Many people celebrate this day by sharing the hashtag #odieday campaign on social media and spreading awareness about this day.
Why do most kids like Odie Day?
A lot of kids can identify with Odie. Odie takes it in his stride and never objects to it when Garfield is making fun of him.
He never objects to anything that Garfield does, and it does not affect their relationship in any way. It's never in Garfield to miss an opportunity to call Odie a moron. There are occasions when Odie can outsmart Garfield.
There was an instance when Odie locks both Garfield and Jon outside in a storm during one of their camping trips. They both got drenched while Odie was inside the car, as dry as a bone and helping himself to all the goodies that were in the car.
What are some events similar to Odie Day?
August 8 is also National Frozen Custard Day and National Sneak Some Zucchini into your neighbor's Porch Day.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Saturday, August 08, 2020
- Sunday, August 08, 2021
- Monday, August 08, 2022
- Tuesday, August 08, 2023
- Thursday, August 08, 2024
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