Love Fried Chicken? This Town Is the World's Capital...
Sunday, September 17, 2023
Once every four years, an extra day is added to February, the shortest month of the year, to keep the Earth's rotation aligned with our calendar. | | |  | | Anthony, New Mexico/Texas |
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| And every leap year, the twin towns of Anthony, which straddle the New Mexico and Texas border, hold a huge party to celebrate. The neighboring towns share the self-proclaimed Leap Year Capital of the World title. In 1988, a member of the Anthony (Texas) Chamber of Commerce who celebrated a February 29 birthday proposed a local festival for the community on the date. Each year since, the celebration has grown to include events and a popular parade — attracting leaplings from around the world for a festive few days of live music, barbecues, and more. |
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