The Almanac · Month index
April
Every day in April — the historical events, the famous birthdays, and the holidays behind each date. 30 days to wander.
April, when the Northern Hemisphere blooms, likely springs from the Latin aperire, “to open” — buds, blossoms, and the year opening up.
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Born in April
Birthstone · Diamond
April’s diamond, the hardest natural gem, has stood for endurance, clarity, and unbreakable bonds since antiquity.
Birth flower · Daisy
April’s daisy, simple and sunny, has come to mean innocence, cheerfulness, and new beginnings.