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Today we celebrate , also known as "Wet Monday"—the world’s most joyful post-Easter bash! Whether you’re in Poland or a Polish-American hub like Buffalo or South Bend, it’s time to trade the Lenten fast for pussy willows, polka, and plenty of water. What is Dyngus Day?

Legend says when kittens fell into a river, the willow trees swept their branches into the water to save them. Ever since, the willows have sprouted soft "pussy willow" buds in their honor. dyngus_1965

If you are celebrating in the U.S., you can find large annual festivals through organizations like Dyngus Day Buffalo . Today we celebrate , also known as "Wet

– Have a wet Dyngus! (Check out the Polish Learning Daily guide for more phrases). Legend says when kittens fell into a river,

Historically, boys would sprinkle girls with water and tap them with pussy willow branches for luck and beauty. Today, it’s a free-for-all water battle for everyone!