The History Channel definition of Pi Day - "March 14 marks Pi Day, an annual celebration of the mathematical sign pi. Founded in 1988 by physicist Larry Shaw, March 14 was selected because the numerical date (3.14) represents the first three digits of pi, and it also happens to be Albert Einstein's birthday."
As a way to encourage math and science education many teachers began the tradition of using a PIE to explain Pi to their students. A math education idea at its finest! Being that it is a circle, a pie provided a great way to show the mystery of pie: no matter how big or small the circle, the ratio is always 3.14.
And speaking of Pie, let's celebrate with a PIZZA Pie! With some forethought and planning ahead you can make your Pi Day celebration a fun event, read on for more.
Pi Day Fun Facts
- Famed mathematician and physicist Albert Einstein was, appropriately enough, born on Pi Day in 1879.
- Pi Day was started in 1988 by physicist Larry Shaw at San Francisco's Exploratorium, where he was fondly known as the Prince of Pi.
- Congress made Pi Day official in 2009.
- The official Pi Day celebration time is 1:59 pm to make an appropriate 3.14159 when combined with the date.
- If you hold a mirror to a circle, it looks like a circle. If you hold a mirror up to 3.14, it spells PIE!
When Should You Celebrate Pi Day?
Well of course you should celebrate Pi Day on the 14th of March! This can be a fun day to celebrate pi and math, as well as an excuse to indulge in some treats that are especially delicious for this occasion.
How to Celebrate Pi Day
If you’re looking to celebrate Pi Day in your home, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got ideas for how to celebrate Pi Day...
- Host a Pizza Party: A pizza party is a classic way to celebrate Pi Day. If you’re hosting a large gathering, this is a must-do.
- Make Pi-inspired Treats: Pi-themed treats are another great way to celebrate the day. You can make pi-inspired cookies, ice cream, and more.
- Build or Create with Pi: If you’re looking to inspire creativity in your house, build something with pi or create something that uses pi in its construction.
- Make Your Own Pi-Centred Gift: If you’re looking to make a more personal impact on your Pi Day celebrations, consider making a gift that focuses on pi.
- Attend a Pi-Themed Event: Another way to celebrate Pi Day is to attend a pi-themed event. Whether you attend a math or science event, or a music concert, it’s a great way to celebrate.
Tips for Making a Successful Pizza Pi Day Celebration
Plan and execute your celebration with a bit of forethought and planning ahead. Even if it’s a small gathering of family and friends, you want to make sure you have everything you need and nothing is left out. Coordinate your celebrations with other home base Pi Day events, if applicable. Choose a celebration method that’s fitting for your home base. For example, if you’re hosting a pizza party, decide whether you’d like to go classic or go all out with a pi-inspired theme.
Pizzaville Specialty Pizzas you can order for Pi Day
- BACON CHEESEBURGER PIZZA (Mozzarella/Cheddar Cheese Blend • Beef • Bacon • Onion • Cold Pickles • Sliced Tomato)
- BUFFALO CHICKEN PIZZA (Buffalo Sauce • Mozzarella Cheese • Grilled Chicken)
- CHICKEN BACON RANCH PIZZA (Ranch Dressing • Mozzarella Cheese • Grilled Chicken • Red Onions • Bacon)
- DELUXE PIZZA (Pizza Sauce • Mozzarella Cheese • Pepperoni • Sausage • Onion • Green Pepper • Mushrooms)
- DILL PICKLE PIZZA (Zesty Ranch Sauce • Mozzarella Cheese • Sliced Dill Pickles • Diced Ham • Dill)
- HAWAIIAN PIZZA (Pizza Sauce • Mozzarella Cheese • Ham * Bacon • Pineapple)
- JUST VEGGIES PIZZA (Pizza Sauce • Mozzarella Cheese • Onions • Green Peppers • Green Olives • Black Olives • Banana Peppers • Mushrooms)
- MEATZAVILLE PIZZA (Pizza Sauce • Mozzarella Cheese • Pepperoni • Sausage • Ham • Ground Beef • Bacon)
- SPICY BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA (Spicy BBQ Sauce • Mozzarella Cheese • Grilled Chicken • Bacon • Red Onion)
- THE VILLE PIZZA (Pizza Sauce • Mozzarella Cheese • Pepperoni • Ham • Sausage • Onions • Mushrooms • Green Peppers • Black Olives • Green Olives)
- CHILI CHEESE DOG PIZZA (with chili cheese dog sauce, onions, Nathan's beef hot dogs, and cheddar cheese)
Conclusion
Pi Day is a great day to celebrate math, pi and Pizza. Remember, you can celebrate in any way that works best for your home base. From hosting a pizza party, to making pi-inspired treats, to building or creating with pi, to making a gift that focuses on pi, there are many ways to celebrate Pi Day in your own household.
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For more information about the company or to order pizza online, visit Pizzaville’s website at www.pizzavillepizza.com
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