What is Thomas Day?


Thomas Day is, in short, a celebration of humanity (by focusing particularly on that part of humanity whose name starts, ends or includes "Thomas). On this day, Thomases from around the globe join together to contemplate their shared contribution to making this world a better place. It is, therefore, not a time for self-agrandizment but rather a time for Thomases to look around and recognize what they can offer the world, to take satisfaction in what they have already accomplished and to committ themselves to try a bit harder, to give a little more.

Thomas Day is also an opportunity for all individuals with the first, middle or surname of "Thomas" to join together in fraternity and fellowship. From the charter drawn up by the Thomas Day Committee on the inaugural celebration in 2001, "one of the primary goals of this celebration is to further develop associations and networks with other Thomases." We encourage free and frequent socialization among Thomases of all nationalities, disciplines, ages, genders and families. Let us be an example to the world of the amiable associations and brotherhood that should exist among all mankind. Our common unity as Thomas should never exclude others of different names, rather we would treat every Jane, Dick and Harry as if they are our own brother and sister.




Thursday, September 24, 2009

Happy Thomas Day 2009!!!

Thomas Day 2009 had finally arrived! We welcome all Thomases (Toms, Tommys, Thomasitas, etc.) and hope your day will be meaningful. If you are a newcomer to Thomas Day and Thomas Day celebrations, please take a moment to acquaint yourself with the history of Thomas Day (see description on the left).

Since this is the first year of our world wide virtual gathering we invite you to leave a comment here as a sort of "sign in". Be sure to share with us the town, state, country, etc. where you live and provide us with a brief description on your greatest accomplishment of the past year. Thomas Day is, at its core, a celebration of your impact in the world. Great job Thomas, make us all proud!

-Thomas Day Committee, 2009
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  1. Eric in IrvineSeptember 24, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    A Happy Thomas Day to all!!!

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  2. TomSeptember 25, 2009 at 6:43 AM

    How about Thomas ("Tom") Emmett (3 September 1841–30 June 1904) was one of the finest bowlers in English cricket in the late 1860s, the 1870s and the early 1880s. Emmett was an extremely popular professional, with a cheery nature, inexhaustible energy and a florid nose, making him a huge favourite wherever he went.

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  3. desert momSeptember 25, 2009 at 9:26 AM

    Proud mother of Thomas. Let's all go out and make a difference.

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