History of Calendars
Calendars are one of humanity’s earliest organizational tools. Archaeologists have found evidence of lunar-tracking notches carved into bone as early as 8,000 BCE in Scotland. The Egyptians developed a solar calendar with 365 days to regulate farming along the Nile, and the Romans refined timekeeping further with the Julian calendar. This eventually gave way to today’s Gregorian system. Across cultures and centuries, calendars have always been more than date-keepers: they coordinate communities, rituals, and commerce.
Printed Calendars
The invention of the printing press in the 15th century brought calendars into everyday life. For the first time, they could be produced and distributed on a mass scale. This ensured that farmers, merchants, and citizens aligned their schedules. By the 18th and 19th centuries, calendars became a staple in advertising. Offices, shops, and homes proudly displayed branded calendars that doubled as year-round marketing tools.
In the modern print industry, custom calendars remain a powerful marketing touchpoint. They can be fully personalized with your company’s branding, photography, or messaging. Transforming them into a daily reminder of your business. Beyond function, they’re also highly giftable, making them an ideal piece of branded collateral for clients, employees, and partners at the start of the year. Timing is everything, and fall is the perfect season to print and deliver calendars in time for the New Year.
At Calitho, we print calendars for businesses and organizations that want more than just a way to track days. From glossy wall calendars saddle stitched or spiral-bound to desk top and pocket planners, we bring function and flair together. Add recycled papers, vibrant imagery, or custom finishes, and you’ll have a calendar that’s as memorable as it is practical. We make sure your calendar doesn’t just count the days- it makes every one of them memorable. Get started today!