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May 1 marks the beginning of Zombie Awareness Month, a time for us to celebrate the undead and make sure we're prepared for any zombie apocalypse! This month was created in 2004 by the Zombie Research Society as a way to educate people about zombies and promote zombie-related activities. From movies, TV shows, books, comics and video games to costume parties and zombie walks, there are plenty of fun ways to get into the spirit of this spooky holiday. So grab your brain snacks and get ready to party like it's the end of days!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1922</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Zombie Reference in Cinema</div><div class='timeline-text'>The silent film 'White Zombie', considered the first feature-length zombie movie, was released, marking the start of the zombie-genre in Hollywood.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1968</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Modern Zombies</div><div class='timeline-text'>With George A. Romero's cult classic 'Night of the Living Dead', the modern perception of zombies as flesh-eating creatures was presented.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Zombies in Video Games</div><div class='timeline-text'>The video game 'Zombies Ate My Neighbors' was released, one of the earliest games to prominently feature zombies, beginning a trend that continues today.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"The Walking Dead" Comic Launched</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first issue of "The Walking Dead" comic series was released, eventually inspiring the popular TV series and multiple video games.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Zombie Awareness Month Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Zombie Research Society officially designated May as Zombie Awarenesses Month, aimed at educating people on survival strategies during a potential zombie apocalypse.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"The Walking Dead" TV Series Debut</div><div class='timeline-text'>The television series based on "The Walking Dead" comics premiers, becoming a cultural phenomenon and further popularizing the zombie genre.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch zombie movies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Curl up with some popcorn and watch some classic zombie movies, like Dawn of the Dead, Shaun of the Dead, and 28 Days Later. Also, don't forget to check out the newest zombie releases.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Participate in a 5K zombie run</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put your fitness to the test and join a zombie run. Make sure you wear your best zombie costume and practice your zombie shuffle.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a zombie party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a night of zombie fun. Serve up some brain cupcakes, play zombie board games and have a costume contest.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a zombie-themed craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make a zombie themed craft like a brain wreath or a zombie wind chime. You can also check out craft websites for other ideas.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a zombie crawl</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find out if your town has an annual zombie crawl and join in the festivities. Bring your own costume or rent one from a local shop.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about preventable illnesses</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Every October, people around the world take part in Zombie Awareness Month to educate others about preventable illnesses and diseases. By educating people about these health risks, they can learn how to protect themselves and minimize their chances of getting sick.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness in our communities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Zombie Awareness Month is not just a time to spread knowledge, it's also an opportunity for communities to come together. People can plan events, fundraisers, and other activities that promote zombie awareness and give back to those in need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages us to be prepared for emergencies</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When it comes to disaster preparedness, everyone should be equipped with a basic survival kit and emergency plan. Zombie Awareness Month helps remind us of the importance of being prepared for any situation - whether it's a natural disaster or a zombie outbreak - so we can stay safe and self sufficient during difficult times.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Zombies Are More Than Just Walking Dead</h3><p class='facts-content'>Zombies actually have roots in Haitian Vodou. The term referred to someone who has died and been brought back to life (without their free will) by a spiritual practitioner known as a bokor.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Term 'Zombie' Didn't Originate From English</h3><p class='facts-content'>The term ‘zombie’ comes from Haitian folklore, and derives from the word ‘nzambi,’ which means ‘spirit of a dead person’ in the Kikongo language.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The First Zombie Novel Was Published in 1929</h3><p class='facts-content'>Before they become a popular movie theme in modern times, zombies first appeared in literature with the novel 'The Magic Island' by William Seabrook.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Zombie Comics Sparred Controversy in The Mid-Twentieth Century</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the 1950s, horror comics featuring zombies and other supernatural creatures caused so much controversy that the Comics Code Authority was established to regulate the content of comic books.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Popularity of Zombies in Mass Media Created a New Subculture</h3><p class='facts-content'>The rise of zombie films, books and video games has led to an entire subculture, with "zombie walks" and "zombie parties" becoming regular events in city celebrations and cultural festivals around the world.</p></div></div>
Zombie Awareness Month is celebrated on May 1 every year. In 2024 Zombie Awareness Month will occur on a Wednesday.
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