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Gumdrop Day

Observed primarily in the United States where the gumdrop was purportedly invented by chemist Percy S. Truesdell by altering the consistency of starch used in candies, this food holiday recognizes the popularity of little pieces of gelatin garnished with a sugar coating.

Earlier Event: February 14
Cream-Filled Chocolates Day
Later Event: February 17
Cabbage Day