It’s National Peppermint Patty Day
When I read that February 11th was National Peppermint Patty Day the first thing that came to mind was the Peanuts character who always called Charlie Brown Chuck (Peanuts.com). This date, however, is about the dark chocolate candy with the mint filling and not the cartoon.
In Virginia, the most popular brand in Virginia seems to be York Peppermint Patties. The cartoon character is also fondly thought of by locals, especially baby boomers.
Make it a dual celebration
Patty had a friend named Marcie who always referred to her as “Sir.” Patty is a Tom Boy and a great athlete who often says to Charlie Brown “You kind of like me don’t you Chuck?
In honor of National Peppermint Patty Day consider celebrating the chocolate and the animated character. You can eat the delicious chocolate patty while watching the Peanuts character in Snoopy Come Home or another film or television special.