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Bachelor’s Day (February 29th, 2024)

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Quick facts When is it? February 29th, 2016 February 29th, 2020 February 29th, 2024 February 29th, 2028 What's the date pattern? Each leap year Tagged as Men People & Relationships What's the hashtag? #BachelorsDay Have we missed something? Like everything, being a bachelor has its pros and cons. Of course, living alone and not having anyone to come home to can get a little lonely sometimes, as can not having anyone to cuddle up to at night or never having , or eating a real meal once a month when visiting Mom. But Bachelor’s Day was created to remind guys to celebrate the beauty of their bachelorhood, a state that usually lasts just a few beer-filled years before the next stage of life begins–and everyone knows how much life can change after after marriage and/or having a couple of kids. So time to live it up, guys! This is your day to celebrate one of the freest times of your life. The History of Bachelor’s Day Bachelor’s Day originated as an Iri...

The Big Breakfast Day (February 27th)

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Quick facts When is it? Every February 27th Tagged as Food & Drink What's the hashtag? #TheBigBreakfastDay When was it founded? 2020 Who founded it? Jeffrey Arnold Have we missed something? Often called the most important meal of the day, breakfast gets its name from the idea of breaking the natural fast (or time of not eating) that happens overnight. Different cultures may have different ideas about what the best foods are to consume at this time, but one thing everyone probably agrees on? Breakfast is delicious!  Have some fun and enjoy some culinary experiences too by getting involved with and celebrating The Big Breakfast Day! History of The Big Breakfast Day The Big Breakfast Day acts as a reminder to slow down just a bit and make time to savor everything in life. After all, there’s just no need to be in such a rush! Established in 2020, The Big Breakfast Day offers an opportunity to slow down a bit and enjoy more than just a quick cup of coffee o...

Adopt A Ferret Month (April 2023)

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Quick facts When is it? Every April What's the official website? Official Site Tagged as Animals What's the hashtag? #AdoptAFerretMonth When was it founded? 2008 Who founded it? Dawn Miklichs Have we missed something? I can’t talk to a man who bears an undeserved animosity towards ferrets. Graham Chapman Who doesn’t love ferrets? They’re slinky balls of fur that love to jump, tumble, and squeak! Although it isn’t a common Pet to have in the household, ferrets are lovable creatures that can bring excitement into your life. Sadly, not many ferrets get adopted. That’s why the month of April is deemed Adopt a Ferret month, a month all about educating people about ferrets and where you can get them. Let’s take a look at what ferrets are like and how you can go about getting a new fuzzy friend into your home. History of Adopt A Ferret Month Adopt a Ferret Month is all about educating people about ferrets and how to take care of them. The holiday has multiple...

National Couple Appreciation Month (April 2023)

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Quick facts When is it? Every April Tagged as Life & Living People & Relationships What are the hashtags? #CoupleAppreciationMonth #NationalCoupleAppreciationMonth Have we missed something? If you’re single, sugary sweet couples cooing at each other for hours on end (“You’re Schmoopy!” “No, you’re Schmoopy!”) can make you feel jut a bit ill. And being invited to a dinner that you know will be attended by a bunch of smug married couples who just don’t understand your relationship with a bottle of wine can seem like an exceptionally cruel form of torture. On the other hand, if you’re in a relationship, especially a long-term one, you may sometimes find yourself wondering where all the romance went and why you don’t seem to be enjoying each other’s company nearly as much as you used to. Whatever side of this you’re on, National Couple Appreciation Month can help you make some changes for the better. The Histo...

Autism Acceptance Month (April 2023)

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Quick facts When is it? Every April What's the official website? autism-society.org/get-involved/national-autism-awareness-month Tagged as Body & Health Health care Jobs & Professions Life & Living What's the hashtag? #AutismAcceptanceMonth Have we missed something? Autism … offers a chance for us to glimpse an awe-filled vision of the world that might otherwise pass us by,” Dr. Colin Zimbleman, Ph.D. This is not a condition that we can run from nor are there cures right around the corner, but we can learn through the eyes of those who deal with it every day. Many amazing people have grown up facing the prejudice of the world because they were different, but didn’t let it dampen nor demean who they were. Autism Acceptance Month helps us learn that while they face certain challenges, those who face the world are people just like you and me. History of Autism Acceptance Month The Society for Autism founded in 1965 by Dr. Rimland, to promot...

Tangible Karma Day (April 1st, 2023)

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Quick facts When is it? April 6th, 2013 April 5th, 2014 April 4th, 2015 April 2nd, 2016 April 1st, 2017 April 7th, 2018 April 6th, 2019 April 4th, 2020 April 3rd, 2021 April 2nd, 2022 April 1st, 2023 April 6th, 2024 April 5th, 2025 What's the date pattern? First Saturday of April Tagged as Life & Living Religion & Belief What's the hashtag? #TangibleKarmaDay Have we missed something? It’s referenced in a million different ways, across as many cultures and religions. “Do unto others as you’d have them do to you”, “You reap what you sow”, “What goes around comes around”, all of these statements speak of one suspected truth of the universe. That the energy you put out into the world is what will come back to you. Tangible Karma is your opportunity to help yourself while helping others, by putting out those items around your home that you no longer need and passing the on freely to those who need them. The nice thing is, with Karma, you can expect it al...

National Trading Card Day (February 24th)

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Quick facts When is it? Every February 24th Tagged as Hobbies & Activities Items & Things What's the hashtag? #NationalTradingCardDay Have we missed something? Take a little walk down memory lane and head back to a simpler time! Before the internet and even before television, one amazing way that people connected over certain topics was through trading cards. Printed on cardstock and originally tucked into cigarette or gum packages, these trading cards went from a barely noticeable add-on to a fascinating hobby and popular part of American culture. Now it’s time to show appreciation for and celebrate this hobby with National Trading Card Day! History of National Trading Card Day The background of National Trading Card Day can be traced back to the late 19th century when trade cards were originally published by companies that placed cards in products like tobacco products or candy packages. These trade cards were the ancestors of modern trading card...

National One Cent Day (April 1st)

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Quick facts When is it? Every April 1st Tagged as Life & Living Money & Finance What are the hashtags? #OneCentDay #NationalOneCentDay Have we missed something? National One Cent Day is a day dedicated to the History and origins of the one cent coin, colloquially known as the penny. The one cent coin has been in circulation in the United States since 1793, but the modern image of the coin, bearing the face of American President Abraham Lincoln didn’t come into circulation until 1909. Previous to this date the coins bore the mark of a Native American in traditional head-dress. The name “penny” is a colloquialism derived from the English penny, though it is pluralized to “pennies” in the US, rather than the British “Pence”. The image of Lincoln on the coins came to pass as part of a decision made by President Roosevelt to increase the artistic merit of the American currency system. To accomplish this goal he brought on a sculptor by the name of Augustus Sai...

International Pillow Fight Day (April 1st, 2023)

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Quick facts When is it? April 7th, 2012 April 6th, 2013 April 5th, 2014 April 4th, 2015 April 2nd, 2016 April 1st, 2017 April 7th, 2018 April 6th, 2019 April 4th, 2020 April 3rd, 2021 April 2nd, 2022 April 1st, 2023 April 6th, 2024 April 5th, 2025 What's the date pattern? First Saturday of April What's the official website? pillowfightday.com Tagged as Hobbies & Activities What are the hashtags? #PillowFightDay #InternationalPillowFightDay Who founded it? the urban playground movement Have we missed something? It’s coming fellow warriors of nap-time shenanigans, that day where you raise your fluffy pillows high and charge into the streets. Together you will carry your bolsters and duvets, dakimakura and gulls, and bed pillows of all sizes and meet in noble combat with those heretic inhabitants of the wrong side of the bed. Feathers will fly, the stuffing will scatter like the intestines of slaughtered plushies, and everywhere will shrieks of laughter rin...

Fun Day (April 1st)

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Quick facts When is it? Every April 1st Tagged as Hobbies & Activities What's the hashtag? #FunDay Have we missed something? Everyone needs a little unstructured fun in their day, and Fun Day is perfect for having time dedicated to exactly that. It gives everybody the chance to unwind, relax, and get a little silly, released from the confines of orderly school and work routine to remember what life is supposed to be all about.  In today’s high-speed world, with its constant pressure to go farther, get more done, be more productive, and climb in our career, having a little fun often goes by the wayside. The stress of this Lifestyle has been shown to have a constant and growing negative effect on the overall Health of people. Fun Day is a reminder to break the stressful line of day to day living, and to go out and have some Fun!  History fo Fun Day Shaking off this stress allows everyone to slow down and take a break. Whether it’s for a few minutes or a...

National Sourdough Bread Day (April 1st)

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Quick facts When is it? Every April 1st Tagged as Bread Food & Drink What are the hashtags? #SourdoughBreadDay #NationalSourdoughBreadDay Have we missed something? If there’s one thing any sandwich connoisseur knows, it’s that most sandwiches are made better by the addition of sourdough bread. Bacon Lettuce Tomato sandwiches? They’re always better with the bite and tang of sour dough . Burgers? Oh, yes, replacing a humdrum old hamburger bun with a butter-grilled sour dough bread pushes them to the next level. Tuna salad sandwiches? If there is anything that can make this already delicious sandwich better, it’s putting it on a couple of slices of toasted sour dough bread. So is it any wonder that Sourdough Bread has its own day of celebration dedicated to it? It shouldn’t be a surprise! History of National Sourdough Bread Day The History of Sourdough Bread is actually rather long. Sourdough bread is made from dough that has a mixture of the normal yeasts...

National Love Your Produce Manager Day (April 2nd)

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Quick facts When is it? Every April 2nd Tagged as Jobs & Professions What are the hashtags? #LoveYourProduceManagerDay #NationalLoveYourProduceManagerDay Have we missed something? National Love Your Produce Manager Day was initiated in 2012 to celebrate all the hard work that Produce managers put in to bringing us the best and brightest of the world’s produce straight to your storefront. Produce managers are members of a rarely seen group within a grocery stores administrative staff. They are responsible for choosing what produce their store is going to carry, and where it is going to be obtained from. The next time you are in the produce section of your grocery store, take a moment to look around and appreciate all the choices you have, and realize that someone has to keep those orders flowing, the shelves stocked, and new selections coming to you every day. It is because of produce managers that we get such selections as ‘Chinese Gooseberries’, better known t...

Geologists' Day (April 2nd, 2023)

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Quick facts When is it? April 7th, 2019 April 5th, 2020 April 4th, 2021 April 3rd, 2022 April 2nd, 2023 April 7th, 2024 April 6th, 2025 What's the date pattern? First Sunday of April Tagged as Jobs & Professions What's the hashtag? #GeologistsDay Have we missed something? For many people, geology could be considered an underappreciated Science . This may be especially true when it is compared to other Science s such as physics, biology or chemistry. However, if the human race didn’t have geologists, then we wouldn’t know how the earth was formed! Geologists’ Day dedicates this time towards thanking them for all the research they do to help further understand how our world works. Not only that, but this day also seeks to learn about historical geologists that have helped people understand our world better and even possibly inspire some people to become geologists themselves! History of Geologists’ Day Geology, or the study of the composition of rock...