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SUMMARY:National Awkward Moments Day
DESCRIPTION:On March 18th\, we recognize National Awkward Moments Day. This is an annual day that every person can relate to. We have all had our awkward moments from time to time. They are a part of life; they just happen. \n\n\n \n#AwkwardMomentsDay\nAwkwardness or embarrassment is defined as an emotional state of intense discomfort with oneself. \nHave you ever called someone by the wrong name\, tripped over nothing\, walked into a door\, had the completely wrong words come out of your mouth\, or just forgotten what you were doing?  The list could go on and on. Sometimes\, things just do not seem to go right and something happens that may make you feel like you want to run and hide. No matter the day\, today\, or any other day\, everyone has them. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE AWKWARD MOMENTS DAY\n\nFind the ability to laugh at yourself\, see the humor in awkward moments and have fun with them.\nRelive old awkward moments by telling stories about them. Laugh over them and enjoy the memory.\nHelp someone else recover from an awkward moment. They may be embarrassing at first. However\, the humor in these moments shows just how human we can be.\nKeep in mind that no one is perfect\, ever.\nWear humility like a cloak and laugh at yourself.\nUse #AwkwardMomentsDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Supreme Sacrifice Day
DESCRIPTION:On March 18th\, National Supreme Sacrifice Day honors those who have made tremendous sacrifices for the sake and the good of others as well as those who sacrifice their lives every day for us. \n\n\n \n#SupremeSacrificeDay\nWe may most readily call to mind the men and women in uniform who have laid down their lives protecting their country and communities. This day also honors those who may have stepped forward during times of crisis to rescue a stranger or a neighbor and gave the supreme sacrifice that day. \nThese sacrifices come in many forms. We don’t always recognize them when we see them\, nor do we always expect them. Like in the case of one young Miner who saved the lives of 11-year-old Emmet and 8-year-old Myrdith when the sleigh they were in overturned during a blizzard so fierce they couldn’t see their house\, though they were only 200 yards away. Wind howling so loudly\, they couldn’t hear their father’s voice calling to them. On March 15\, 1920\, they’d set home from school in rural North Dakota and been caught up in the blizzard. Their 16-year-old sister\, Hazel Miner protected her siblings with her body\, keeping the blankets in place over her siblings through the night. Hazel Miner died that night\, but her actions saved her siblings’ lives. \nThese sacrifices don’t always come in uniform and are often unsung. Often\, these heroes step up when we least expect it and when we need it most. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE SUPREME SACRIFICE DAY\n\nHonor someone who gave the ultimate sacrifice.\nVisit with their families\, support them and the people in uniform who place their lives on the line\, daily.\nVisit a local memorial and learn the names of local heroes.\nParticipate in events around your state that support the military and first responders.\nUse #SupremeSacrificeDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Quilting Day
DESCRIPTION:Snuggle up every National Quilting Day on the third Saturday in March. Around the country\, special quilting shows\, classes\, open museums and much more celebrate the day. It also appreciates and recognizes quilt makers\, along with all of their long labor\, love\, and skill that goes into the making of each quilt. \n\n\n \n#NationalQuiltingDay\nA quilt is a layer of batting or stuffing between two layers of pieced-together fabric. Early American quilts were the result of patched together pieces of worn-out blankets and clothing. Since they had to weave their own fabrics\, there was little time for creative piecing together colorful\, artful patterns. These items were purely functional. \nBy the mid 18th century Americans were making elaborate quilts designed to be handed down from mother to daughter\, often pieced together from salvaged pieces of clothing and other bedding. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL QUILTING DAY\n\nCelebrate the warmth and the stories behind the quilts you collect. Whether you make them or they’ve been given to you\, mark the day.\nAttend a quilt fair. You might learn techniques or discover new quilting styles.\nTake a quilting class. The next family heirloom might be in the making!\nShare the story of a family quilt. Don’t let it become lost to the ages. Take a picture of it and the person who made it.\nDiscover the significance of 7 Historical Quilt Patterns.\nUse #NationalQuiltingDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Let's Laugh Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, National Let’s Laugh Day on March 19th reminds us to add a little humor to our day. It’s never good to be serious all the time and letting the laughter bubble up from time to time is good for all of us! \n#LetsLaughDay\nWe have all heard the saying\, “Laughter is the best medicine.” This is the day to take your medicine. \nSome studies have shown that laughter may boost your immune system\, relieve tension and help you relax. Who does not need any of those things in our busy and hectic world? \nLaugh at yourself first\, before anyone else can. ~ Elsa Maxwell \nWe don’t laugh because we’re happy — we’re happy because we laugh. ~ William James \nAs we all know\, laughter can also be contagious. Even faking it seems to have some benefits. Classes called “laughter yoga” engage the abdominal muscles\, lungs\, arms\, and facial muscles while using humor to get us laughing to cure what ails us. \nWhen you and a friend have those long bouts of uncontrolled laughter that end in tears and aching stomach muscles that last a good 10 minutes or longer\, you burn between 10-40 calories per 10 minutes. So\, keep giving each other those don’t-look-at-me-or-I’ll-start-laughing-again looks and you’ll keep right on burning more laugh-healthy calories and you’ll enjoy a good memory\, too! \nHOW TO OBSERVE LET’S LAUGH DAY\n\nAdd a laughing baby ringtone to your phone.\nUse humor to make someone’s day.\nEducators\, visit the National Day Calendar Classroom for more fun ways to celebrate the day\, too!\nTake some time to laugh and use #LetsLaughDay to post on social media.\nTry laughter yoga to get you started.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:World Social Work Day
DESCRIPTION:World Social Work Day on the third Tuesday in March recognizes the hard work and dedication of social workers. A global organization of social workers comes together for social justice\, human rights\, and social development all through the promotion of best practices in social work. \n\n\n \n#WSWD\nSocial workers serve many roles in their communities. They assess their client’s needs and challenges. As advocates\, they speak for their clients\, getting them access to the resources they need to improve their lives. Social workers also respond to crisis situations. \nThey work in many settings\, too. Social workers find positions in medical facilities\, child welfare and human service agencies\, and schools. They can also work in education\, teaching new social workers. \nWorld Social Work Day celebrates the achievements of social work globally and locally. It also recognizes the efforts of individuals who’ve chosen social work as a profession. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE WORLD SOCIAL WORK DAY\n\nBe sure to give a shout-out to social workers in your community.\nIf you’re a social worker\, share your experience.\nAttend a job fair and encourage future social workers.\nIf you’re interested in becoming a social worker\, learn more about their educational path.\nTo find out more visit ifsw.org.\nAnd use #WSWD on all your social media posts throughout this day.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day
DESCRIPTION:World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st gives people with Down Syndrome and their advocates a voice and an opportunity to be heard. It’s a day where we assemble and organize activities to promote public awareness for the genetic disorder. The goal is to educate others on the importance of supporting our friends and family who have directly and indirectly experienced life with Down syndrome. \n\n\n \n#WorldDownSyndromeDay\nDown syndrome is a naturally occurring chromosomal arrangement that has always been a part of the human condition. It exists in all regions globally and commonly affects learning styles\, physical characteristics\, and overall health. In order to ensure proper growth and development\, social learning programs support and integrate with anyone who has Down syndrome. \nEvery year\, their voices grow louder\, and they influence government policy\, becoming more empowered. Through events around the world\, people with Down syndrome can ensure their own advocacy and be included in their communities. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY\n\nCheck if your local school offers any volunteer opportunities in their Integrated Learning Center.\nJoin local events or share yours.\nJoin their #LotsOfSocks fundraising campaign.\nCreate your own fundraising campaign. Visit the link below to learn more.\nCreate a video based on this year’s theme.\nVolunteer to speak at your school about Down syndrome and share your experiences.\nCreate opportunities in your community that will encourage advocacy and empowerment.\nFind out more at worlddownsyndromeday.org and use #WorldDownSyndromeDay to share on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Common Courtesy Day
DESCRIPTION:National Common Courtesy Day on March 21st serves as a reminder of the behavior that keeps society from melting into a sea of madness. In addition\, the day brings awareness to how crucial common courtesy is in our lives and provides examples to help us improve. \n\n\n \n#CommonCourtesyDay\nIn the Merriam-Webster dictionary\, courtesy is described as a: behavior marked by polished manners or respect for others: courteous behavior b: a courteous and respectful act or expression. \nCommon courtesy can be as simple as saying “please” and “thank you” when asking for and receiving a service\, gift\, or assistance. Kindness and courtesy go a long way and are noticed by others even if you do not realize it. Letting someone in front of you in traffic is easy. Hold open a door for someone or give a person a hand with his groceries. Give up your seat on the bus to someone who might need it. Introduce yourself to the new employee or kid at school and take the time to introduce them to the rest of the crew. \nA polite enemy is just as difficult to discredit\, as a rude friend is to protect. – Bryant H. McGill \nThese examples provide a glimpse into how you can infuse courtesy into your life. Momentary deeds of courtesy may be incremental\, but they might make a huge difference in someone’s life. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE COMMON COURTESY DAY\n\nIf common courtesy is not a part of your daily routine\, make Common Courtesy Day your opportunity for change.\nStart implementing courtesy into your life.\nTry it; not only will others appreciate it\, but you will feel good about it\, too.\nShow your appreciation for the common courtesy you experience.\nUse #CommonCourtesyDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:National Goof Off Day
DESCRIPTION:National Goof Off Day on March 22nd each year gives everyone the opportunity to have a little extra fun. The day is also known as International Goof Off Day. \n\n\n \n#NationalGoofOffDay\nIt is a day to relax\, enjoy and goof off. Do something fun and leave the work until tomorrow. Everybody needs to take a break from time to time. It is often so easy to get so involved in the work and pressures in our lives. So stop\, take a break\, find something different! \nLet any goofy idea pop into your head. Make paper airplanes from seed packets. Doodle pictures of poodles in puddles in Peru. Play a game of Jenga with randomly stacked spice jars. Or do the obvious and spend the day in your pajamas doing nothing. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL GOOF OFF DAY\n\nCatch up on some sleep or read a good book.\nYou might also watch a good movie or even play a board game.\nMaybe even get caught goofing off with some of your friends.\nStrictly speaking\, goofing off is the avoidance of work. So whatever you do\, try not to look like you are working.\nGoof off with your kids. Check out these 5 Great Ways to Goof Off with Your Kids.\nUse #NationalGoofOffDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:National Puppy Day
DESCRIPTION:Observed each year on March 23rd\, National Puppy Day celebrates the unconditional love and affection puppies bring to our lives. Their cuddles and wiggles make us smile and without a doubt\, there are squeals of delight when there are puppies around! \n\n\n \n#NationalPuppyDay\nThe day also brings awareness to the need for care of and homes for orphaned pups as well as to educate people about the horrors of puppy mills across the country. Puppies are a big responsibility. Be sure to consider everything involved and adopt from a shelter. The puppies there need love and a home just as much as any other and they grow into loyal pets\, too! \nAccording to the ASPCA\, approximately 3.3 million dogs enter shelters every year. Some of these dogs come with litters of puppies. If you’re seeking a puppy to start your furry family\, check the shelters first. When these abandoned and abused animals find their way to a shelter\, each one needs a forever home and their potential is limitless. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PUPPY DAY\n\nUse #NationalPuppyDay and post photos of your puppy on social media.\nGo to the dog park and let your puppy play.\nPick up a special treat for your puppy.\nGo for a walk with your young friend.\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-puppy-day/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Pets
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SUMMARY:National Cocktail Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate all your favorite cocktails on March 24th. National Cocktail Day ushers in all the best ways to savor a beverage at the end of a long workday. Whether you like a fruity drink\, blended or on the rocks\, this day is for you. Mocktail\, virgin\, or the real thing\, celebrate the lemon\, lime\, bitters\, liquors\, and liqueurs that make your favorite beverages the best in your bartender book. \n\n\n \n\n#NationalCocktailDay\nIt’s probably no surprise that nearly every month on the calendar celebrates a cocktail. The only exception is April\, and since it’s National Alcohol Awareness Month\, it makes sense to take that month off. \n  \nA cocktail contains a spirit or a mix of spirits. While a beer is not considered a cocktail\, there are beer cocktails where beer is added to a distilled ingredient. The same applies to wine. \nThe other months pay homage to histories\, ingredients\, and the makers of some legendary cocktails. January begins the year dedicating a day to the Bloody Mary\, and there’s also a day for her Canadian counterpart\, the Bloody Caesar\, in May. January also devotes an entire week to Mocktails. In February\, you can celebrate the Margarita and Kahlua. March brings us International Whisk(e)y Day\, among others. Skipping back to May\, you can imbibe in both Palomas and Mimosas for your celebrations. \n\n\n \nJune & July\nJune and July compete for the most cocktail-related days. From Martinis and Bourbon in June to Pina Coladas and Daiquiris in July\, the two months cover the spectrum. There are even a few bottles of wine in between. Not only do they celebrate specific cocktails but they also celebrate the places we enjoy them. National Dive Bar Day in July invites us to celebrate the places that serve our favorite cocktails\, even if it’s an ice-cold beer. \nThe rest of the year covers all our chilled and heated cocktails. By December\, we readily reminisce National Repeal Day and the Bartenders who keep that era and the skills alive. \nWe have only skimmed the surface of the cocktails celebrated on the calendar\, so National Cocktail Day allows you to celebrate whichever one you like! \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL COCKTAIL DAY\n\nCreate your favorite cocktail to celebrate.\nExplore cocktail ingredients or read a bartender’s manual.\nLearn the finer elements of mixing cocktails and expand your home bar.\nVisit a speakeasy or take a tour of your favorite distillery.\nHost a cocktail tasting session. Create a classic menu with a professional bartender who provides history and describes the nuances behind the ingredients.\nAttend a cocktail tasting party. You will learn more about how and why ingredients are combined the way they are.\nVisit your local bookstore and pick up a cocktail or bar book. Follow the recipes and read about the histories these bartenders share. We recommend The Essential Bar Book by Jennifer Fielder\, The Art and Science of The Perfect Cocktail by Janice Dreese\, and Craft Cocktails at Home: Offbeat Techniques\, Contemporary Crowd-Pleasers\, and Classics Hacked with Science by Kevin Liu.\nVisit your local bar and pick your bartender’s brain. Some like to share their techniques. Ask them what their favorite cocktail is. And\, be sure to tip them well for their advice and service.\nTry making a mocktail. Especially on those weeknights when work is busy\, and you need to keep up. Many of them infuse nutrients many of us are lacking. Keep these recipes on hand for your friends who are designated drivers\, sober for life\, supporting a friend\, or for any reason.\nAs always\, ANY TIME we are indulging in spirits and alcohol\, DON’T drink and drive. Designate a sober driver. Call a taxi\, Uber\, Lyft\, or friend.\nWhen you celebrate\, share your favorites by using #NationalCocktailDay on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Medal of Honor Day
DESCRIPTION:National Medal of Honor Day on March 25th recognizes all Medal of Honor recipients. The Medal of Honor is the highest military award for valor in the United States and was created in 1861. \n\n\n \n#MedalOfHonorDay\nOn March 25\, 1863\, Secretary of War\, Edwin Stanton presented the first Medals of Honor (Army) to six members of  “Andrews Raiders” for their volunteering and participation during an American Civil War raid in April of 1862. \nThe Medal of Honor is awarded only to US military personnel by the President of the United States in the name of Congress for personal acts of valor above and beyond the call of duty. \nThere are three versions of the Medal of Honor; one for the Army\, one for the Navy\, and one for the Air Force; Personnel of the Marine Corps and the Coast Guard receive the Navy version. \nSince its creation\, 3\,468 Medals of Honor have been awarded to the country’s soldiers\, sailors\, airmen\, Marines\, and coastguardsmen. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE MEDAL OF HONOR DAY\n\nSome federal\, state\, local\, and military organizations may hold events recognizing Medal of Honor recipients. These events may be public or private.\nVolunteering for your local veteran organization\nDonate to a veteran service organization\nAdopt a Medal of Honor gravesite\nFly the U.S. flag at your home or business\nVisit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier\nVisit local memorial sites\nUse #MedalOfHonorDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:Manatee Appreciations Day
DESCRIPTION:Manatee Appreciation Day on the Last Wednesday in March focuses the world’s attention on an herbivore with no known natural enemy. Also known as the sea cow\, manatees are a vulnerable species due to their contact with humans. Boating and pollution\, as well as other external forces\, threaten the manatee. \n\n\n \n#ManateeAppreciationDay\nThese slow-moving herbivores inhabit slow rivers\, canals\, saltwater bays\, estuaries\, and coastal areas around the world. All three species of manatees are considered gentle giants\, spending most of their time eating\, sleeping\, and traveling. \n\nAmazonian – Inhabiting the Amazon River Basin in northern South America\, this species lives exclusively in freshwater.\nWest Indian – This species includes two subspecies – the Florida Manatee and the Antillean manatee. The Florida manatee ranges from the Caribbean and up the coast of Florida toward North Carolina. They have also been spotted near Texas in the Gulf of Mexico. The West Indian manatee prefers slow-moving freshwater but is also found in saltwater\, too.\nAfrican Manatee – Inhabiting both salt and freshwater\, the West African manatee travels all along the West African coastline. While mostly a herbivore\, the West African manatee also occasionally eats fish.\n\nManatees weigh between 300-540 kg (600-1200 lbs) and live up to 60 years. Spending most of their time underwater\, unpolluted habitats are vital to their survival. While they do surface occasionally to replenish their oxygen\, manatees can remain submerged for about 20 minutes at a time. When they do surface\, they are capable of replenishing 90 percent of the air in their lungs. By comparison\, humans only replace about 10 percent. \n\n\n \nMore Manatee Facts:\n\nBelonging to the scientific order\, Sirenia\, they are also related to the dugong.\nManatees are related to the elephant.\nDue to their immense size\, they graze up to 8 hours a day.\nManatees continually replace their teeth. A new set is always growing behind the current set of teeth.\n\nThe observance aims to bring awareness to some of the manatees’ most significant challenges. Due to loss of habitat\, pollution\, hunting\, and climate change\, manatee numbers are declining. While conservation efforts have brought the manatee back from the brink of extinction\, more must be done. \nHOW TO OBSERVE MANATEE APPRECIATION DAY\n\nLearn more about this amazing water mammal.\nSupport saving their habitat.\nTake precautions while boating to prevent harming the manatee.\nRead a book about manatees.\nWhile celebrating National Manatee Appreciation Day\, be sure to use #ManateeApprecicationDay to post on social media.\n\n \nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Vietnam Veterans Day
DESCRIPTION:National Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29 honors the men and women who served and sacrificed during the longest conflict in United States history. \n\n\n \n#VietnamWarVeteransDay\nOn March 29\, 1973\, combat and combat support units withdrew from South Vietnam. Generations later\, Veterans of this time period are gaining the respect that was not so freely given upon their return. Involving five U.S. presidents\, crossing nearly two decades and 500\,000 U.S.military personnel\, it left an indelible mark on the American psyche. \nReturning veterans did not always receive respectful welcomes upon their arrival on American soil. Over 58\,000 killed\, never to return. The observance recognizes the military service of these men and women who answered the call to serve their country when she needed them. They didn’t make the decision to go to war. \nThroughout National Vietnam War Veterans Day\, we recognize the service and duty rendered by all servicemen and women of this era. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE VIETNAM WAR VETERANS DAY\n\nOrganizations across the country host events honoring National Vietnam War Veterans Day. These events include memorials\, speeches\, and luncheons honoring Vietnam veterans and their families.\nInvite a veteran you know to join you or help organize an event.\nThank a Vietnam Veteran.\nBuy them a drink or lunch.\nVisit a local memorial. Volunteer to help organize events.\nSupport a veteran’s organization in your community. Volunteer and offer your skills.\nWatch a Vietnam War documentary. Some films we found are The Vietnam War: A Film by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick or Last Days in Vietnam directed by Rory Kennedy or Vietnam Nurses by Timeline.\nRead about the Vietnam War. We recommend: Vietnam – A History by Stanley Karnow or They Marched into Sunlight: War and Peace\, Vietnam and America\, October 1967 by David Maraniss or The Quiet American by Graham Green and Robert Stone.\nSend them a shout-out using #VietnamWarVeteransDay on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Military
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SUMMARY:National Little Red Wagon Day
DESCRIPTION:On the last Wednesday in March\, National Little Red Wagon Day celebrates the memories in the making and the ones already made. One iconic toy wields the power of imagination for adults and children alike as it brings us together to explore\, laugh and play. \n\n\n \n#LittleRedWagonDay\nFor nearly 100 years\, Radio Flyer has been bringing smiles to kids of all ages and creating warm memories that last a lifetime. As a brand\, Radio Flyer has always supported unstructured outdoor play and its positive impact on children. With their 100th anniversary on the horizon\, Radio Flyer would like to establish a day that celebrates kids’ imaginations and the vehicles that help them explore it – their wagons. \nThis iconic toy is one of the most enduring toys of all time. For generations\, children have led little red wagons down Independence Day parade routes\, carried out infinite imaginary missions and voyages of childhood fantasy. It is not unusual for a little red wagon to be handed down from one generation to the next\, treasured like a family heirloom. The adventures are enjoyed by all\, regardless of age. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE LITTLE RED WAGON DAY\nAs the weather gets warmer and spring officially begins\, use the day to encourage kids to get outside\, get active and go wherever their imaginations take them. Use #LittleRedWagonDay and tag @RadioFlyer to share on social media. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Children,Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:National Mom and Pop Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day honors all small business owners each year on March 29th. \n\n\n \n#MomAndPopBusinessOwnersDay\nSmall businesses are a vital part of the United States economy\, and the critical role they play is sometimes overlooked. Consumers can show them their much-deserved appreciation by shopping locally and at small businesses. \n\nGive gift cards from your favorite small businesses to encourage others to shop there.\nShare their social media pages to improve their following.\nTalk about them. Word of mouth advertising is some of the best advertising small businesses get.\nTake their business cards and then recommend them to a friend.\nBe a repeat customer. Remember small businesses are the ones who also support local events and schools\, too.\n\nAccording to the U.S. Small Business Administration\, there are more than 27 million small businesses in the United States. \nOwning your own business is a goal that many people strive to attain. It takes long hours\, hard work\, and much dedication. Countless hours of nurturing the business are needed to grow the business. From starting out to building and expanding\, a successful small business is the goal of every owner. \nSome of these Mom and Pop shops are handed down from one generation to the next while others are new start-ups. “Mom and Pop” businesses offer superior customer service as the owners take personal pride in their operations as well as pride in their communities. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE MOM AND POP BUSINESS OWNERS DAY\n\nSupport the privately owned small businesses in your communities by shopping and buying gift cards.\nExplore your community. You might discover new businesses and become a new customer.\nAs you shop\, give your favorite businesses a shout-out. Let them know you appreciate them and their services.\nThe National Day Calendar Classroom also has projects to help you Celebrate Every Day!\nRead the Celebration Spotlight with Wesley Miller Smith.\nUse #MomPopBusinessOwnersDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:National Virtual Vacation Day
DESCRIPTION:When March 30th arrives\, so does National Virtual Vacation Day\, reminding us all to relax\, recharge\, and rejuvenate no matter where we are. \n\n\n \n#VirtualVacationDay\nVacations restore our minds\, bodies\, and souls. For example\, studies show that taking a vacation lowers the risk of heart disease. They also help hone our problem-solving skills and promote overall brain health. Furthermore\, we’re more satisfied with the money spent on vacations than material goods. \nHowever\, virtual vacations do not require money\, packing\, or transcontinental flights. All you need to achieve a virtual vacation is your imagination and free VR apps or a VR headset. \nIf you can dream it\, you can achieve a virtual vacation. Enjoy an exciting African safari. Or hike the exotic Amazon rainforest. Then hit the beach in Bali\, or join in the festivities at Mardi Gras. Explore a space vacation if you dare! Adventurers to armchair travelers thrill at the possibilities. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE VIRTUAL VACATION DAY\n\nCheck out these VR tours to get you started.\nWhile exploring\, be sure to share your virtual vacation with others.\nTake a tour of your favorite places and learn something along the way. Grab some snacks for the ride\, too!\nLearn more about virtual vacations. It’s easy\, and you can learn ways to enjoy one at Terrance Talks Travel.\nShare your favorite virtual holidays using #VirtualVacationDay to share on social media.\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-virtual-vacation-day/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Travel
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SUMMARY:National Take A Walk In The Park Day
DESCRIPTION:National Take A Walk In The Park Day on March 30th each year encourages us to stretch our legs on our favorite trail or at our neighborhood park. After a long busy day\, a calming and therapeutic way to relax would be a nice\, leisurely walk in the park. \n\n\n \n#TakeAWalkInTheParkDay\nTaking a walk at a local park is an excellent way to clear one’s mind from the stresses of the day\, re-energize\, and at the same time\, improve health. \nDuring a walk\, the opportunity to capture a beautiful photograph\, compose an original poem\, or have an uninterrupted conversation may arise. The chance to lose track of time and run into a familiar face could occur\, too.  When taking a walk in the park\, all sorts of pleasant surprises could blossom. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE TAKE A WALK IN THE PARK DAY\n\nGo out for a walk in the park. Enjoy nature’s beauty and being outside.\nAre you staying indoors? As an alternative\, you can still take a walk in a park. Take a virtual walking tour. Stand up and walk along the Swiss Alps or just about anywhere in the world.\nHowever\, we suggest finding a trail somewhere and taking a hike in the fresh air.\nOnce you return\, unwind with this fun word search puzzle.\nUse #TakeAWalkInTheParkDay to post on social media.\n\n \nSource Link
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LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:National Doctor Day
DESCRIPTION:On March 30th each year\, National Doctors Day honors the professionals for their dedication and contributions to society and the community. Their dedication puts the patient first time and again. On National Doctors Day\, we say “thank you” to our physicians for all that they do for us and our loved ones. \n\n\n \n#NationalDoctorsDay\nHealthcare today is more complex than ever. With more advancements\, tools\, and information at their fingertips\, doctors have an overwhelming job to diagnose and treat their patients every day. This is the day to honor the ones who see us 365 days a year. In every city and hospital\, in our military\, and in our rural communities\, doctors pave the way to better healthcare for their patients. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL DOCTORS DAY\n\nTake the opportunity to thank your physician for responding to late-night phone calls\, working long hours\, and providing unswerving care. Today\, more than ever\, we know the sacrifices they make to put the health of their communities first.\nShare your experiences being a doctor. Your story may inspire someone to medicine as a career path.\nFor our younger followers\, we’ve created a coloring page and a word puzzle for the day. You can find more activities in the National Day Calendar Classroom.\nUse #NationalDoctorsDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-doctor-day/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:National Crayon Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, on March 31st children and adults alike\, pick up their favorite colors for National Crayon Day. Opening up a box of crayons opens up a world of imagination and hours of fun. \n\n\n \n#NationalCrayonDay\nWax and chalk-based crayons have been used by artists around the world for centuries. Edwin Binney created the brightly colored crayons we are familiar with today.  He was part owner of Binney & Smith\, a company that produced products such as paint\, pigments\, and slate pencils for schools. \nIn 1903\, Binney & Smith created the Crayola Division and produced colored wax crayons for children for the first time. Then in 1904\, they presented their An-Du-Septic chalk at the Colombian Exposition in St. Louis winning a gold medal. The chalk was designed to be dustless at many teachers’ requests and was an immediate success. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL CRAYON DAY\n\nGet out your crayons and color away! We’ve provided three color pages for all age levels for you to download and print. We would love to see your final creations!\nPost them to our Facebook\, Instagram or Twitter pages\, and we’ll definitely respond.\nCelebrate Every Day (Easy)\nNational Crayon Day (Medium)\nYin and Yang (Hard)\nGather your crayons and create some original art.\nShow off your crayon collections!\nShare your favorite colors.\nVisit the National Day Calendar Classroom for more coloring projects.\nUse #NationalCrayonDay to share on social media.\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-crayon-day/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:April Fools Day
DESCRIPTION:April Fools’ Day on April 1st has long been a day when practical jokes and tricks are played on the unaware. It’s a time when children convince their parents they’ve broken a bone. Parents get in on the planning\, too. Classic April Fools’ jokes include caramel covered onions or fake doggy doo-doo in inconvenient places. Businesses launch impractical or unbelievable products for the fun of the day and newspapers print incredible headlines catching readers off guard. \n\n\n \n#AprilFoolsDay\nOf course\, the trick to a good April Fools’ prank is planning. And you also need to be the first to pull it off. There’s no point in pursuing your prank if someone else beats you to it. Once the foolery has been triggered\, everyone else will be on high alert and the element of surprise will be lost. \nSome practical jokers go to great lengths to pull off their ruse. The more people involved the greater the risk of being discovered before the great plan can be deployed. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE APRIL FOOLS’ DAY\n\nPrepare your best pranks and practical jokes.\nShare stories of your greatest April Fools’ jokes.\nBe safe playing your pranks and be sure to have a good laugh. It’s all in fun.\nShare your experiences being fooled and laugh while you reminisce.\nUse #AprilFoolsDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/april-fools-day/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:National Love Our Children Day
DESCRIPTION:National Love Our Children Day on the first Saturday in April focuses on raising awareness on child abuse during National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This day honors all children and encourages us to develop loving\, respectful relationships with our children. \n\n\n \n#NationalLoveOurChildrenDay\nChild abuse and neglect affect an estimated 700\,000 children each year in the United States. Of these\, the youngest are the most vulnerable. In 2015 in the United States\, statistics from the U.S. Administration for Children & Families estimate that 1\,670 children died as a result of abuse and neglect. \nPrevention of child abuse is vital to every child’s mental and physical health. Any abuse they experience carries life-long consequences and impacts their quality of life as adults. The day focuses on the prevention of child abuse and violence against children. It also is a day to bring awareness\, resources\, and support tools to communities. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL LOVE OUR CHILDREN DAY\n\nEvery child deserves to live in a safe and supportive environment. Take time to make the life of a child better.\nEducate yourself on the prevention of child abuse.\nAre you looking for free and inexpensive ways to show love to a child? Read 9 Ways to Love Your Children.\nUse #NationalLoveOurChildrenDay to share on social media.\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-love-our-children-day/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:World Autism Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD)\, on April 2nd each year shines a bright light on a growing global health crisis. \n\n\n \n#WorldAutismAwarenessDay or #WAAD\nAccording to the National Autism Association\, Autism affects 1 in 59 children. The bio-neurological developmental disability usually presents itself by the age of three\, and it is more prevalent in boys than girls. \nAs children with autism grow older\, they face all sorts of obstacles. Because many don’t speak or use social cues as you or if do\, they become targets for bullies or are excluded altogether. Children with autism are also vulnerable to drowning because they wander from their homes and schools. Due to their inability to communicate\, they cannot tell someone their name or where they live\, either. Additionally\, adults are more likely to be unemployed or underemployed. \nHowever\, resources are available for families and schools to help keep children safe and to support them lead happy and healthy lives. Visit the National Autism Association website for resources\, guides\, and tips for families and schools. \nThe day also focuses on the growing need for programs designed to support those with autism now and in the future. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY\n\nHost an event supporting autism awareness.\nAttend an event and show your support for someone you know.\nShare your story and make your voice heard.\nWhile the day also celebrates the stories and lives of those with autism\, it’s also important to remember that autism is a lifelong condition with varying degrees of severity. It’s important to continue to support research for treatment and therapies that will improve the lives of those with autism.\nSpeak out about autism to help eliminate the stigma associated with it.\nAnd use #WorldAutismDay to share on social media.\n\nSource Link
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LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Philanthropy
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SUMMARY:National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
DESCRIPTION:On April 2nd each year\, National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day celebrates a classic food favorite. The average American will have eaten over 2000 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches by the time they graduate from high school. \n\n\n \n#PeanutButterAndJellyDay\nPeanut butter was considered a delicacy in the early 1900s and was only served in New York City’s finest tea rooms. In a May 1896 article published in the Good Housekeeping magazine\, a recipe “urged homemakers to use a meat grinder to make peanut butter and spread the result on bread.”  That same year\, in June\, the culinary magazine Table Talk\, published a “peanut butter sandwich recipe.” \nIt is thought that Julia Davis Chandler issued the first reference to peanut butter (or paste) paired with jelly on bread in the United States in 1901. Her article is found in the Boston Cooking School Magazine of Culinary Science and Domestic Economics. In the late 1920s\, the price of peanut butter declined\, and the sandwich became very popular with children. \nAccording to the Peanut Board\, during World War II\, both peanut butter and jelly were part of the United States soldiers’ military ration list. \nIn 1968\, The J.M. Smucker Co. introduced Goober\, a jarred product that combined alternating vertical stripes of peanut butter and jelly. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY DAY\n\nEat something with peanut butter and jelly.\nIt may be a good day to try something different. The following are a few peanut butter and jelly ideas to help you out!\n\n\n\n\nCupcakes\nFrench Toast\nPie\nSushi\nCookies\nDonuts\nPancakes\nFudge\n\n\nWe’ve also created a hidden picture puzzle. Find the hidden peanuts in the picture. We’ve included the key if you think you’ve found them all.\nAlso\, we turned the image into a coloring page. Download and print it off. Have fun! Use #PeanutButterAndJellyDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-peanut-butter-and-jelly-day/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Food
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SUMMARY:National Education and Sharing Day
DESCRIPTION:National Education and Sharing Day is observed annually on the 11th day of the month of Nisan on the Jewish calendar – or 4 days before Passover begins. \n\n\n \n#EducationAndSharingDay\nIn his 2009 proclamation on Education and Sharing Day\, President Barack Obama wrote: \n“Few have better understood or more successfully promoted these ideas than Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson\, the Lubavitcher Rebbe\, who emphasized the importance of education and good character. Through the establishment of educational and social service institutions across the country and the world\, Rabbi Schneerson sought to empower young people and inspire individuals of all ages. On this day\, we raise his call anew.” \nOn March 21\, 2013\, while making his first trip to Israel as president\, a proclamation was issued\, and President Barack Obama declared March 22\, 2013\, Education and Sharing Day\, U.S.A. That year was the 111th anniversary of the birth of the Rebbe\, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson. Reinforcing the importance of education\, in this proclamation\, the President stated:      \n\n\n \n“We also know that learning does not stop when students leave the classroom. Whether at the dinner table or on the field\, it is our task as parents\, teachers\, and mentors to make sure our children grow up practicing the values we preach. We have an obligation to instill in them the virtues that define our national character — honesty and independence\, drive and discipline\, courage and compassion.” \nHOW TO OBSERVE EDUCATION AND SHARING DAY\n\nLearn about the Rebbe\, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson.\nDemonstrate how education and sharing is universally important.\nUse #EducationAndSharingDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:World Party Day
DESCRIPTION:World Party Day on April 3rd encourages a coordinated effort of joyful human celebration around the globe. \n\n\n \n#WorldPartyDay\nThe world gathers to celebrate for many reasons. Forming a party often includes food\, beverages\, music\, games\, and other festivities. Hosts often create a theme or the theme generates the party. Several common modern-day party themes include bachelor and bachelorette\, birthday\, retirement\, anniversary\, graduation and welcome home. Many other party themes focus on specific foods. \nIn our modern world\, parties can also be virtual. We don’t always have to gather in the same location to celebrate a specific event or day. Technology brings us together through video and the internet allowing us to connect long-distance and celebrate all our favorite ways. \nThe novel Flight: A Quantum Fiction Novel\, by Vanna Bonta published in 1995\, which concludes with a synchronized worldwide celebration that occurs on April 3\, 2000\, is the inspiration for World Party Day. Gatherings can be small or large organized festivals. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE WORLD PARTY DAY\n\nWhere ever you are\, celebrate with friends and family. Pick a theme that best fits the day. We’ve created a list of fun ideas to invite friends to join you virtually. Go online and create a video chat or an event on social media to share your party.\n\nMake your own pizza party – Everyone makes their own creative pizza. Share the recipe with other party participants.\nMovie night party – Pick a movie that all your party invitees will be watching. Pop popcorn and grab your drinks. Everyone starts the movie at the same time and lets the comments fill the online event page.\nTrivia party night – Play online trivia in a video chat with friends and family.\nDance party – Challenge friends to record their best dance moves and share them with each other.\nGame party – Hook up the gaming systems and invite friends and family to join you in the virtual world of games.\nArt party – Do it Bob Ross style and invite a local artist to demonstrate techniques for a group of your friends all through the power of the internet. Schedule your events around their already scheduled ones to show your support and appreciation.\nTake-out party – Pick your favorite restaurants and do a take-out party. Pick just appetizers or your favorite desserts. Everyone meet back at your respective homes and tune in to the event to share where you ordered from. Celebrate good times and good friends while giving a shout-out to the restaurants you love the most!\n\n\nJoin the crowd and use #WorldPartyDay to share on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Final Rainbow Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year on April 3rd\, National Find a Rainbow Day challenges us to look to the sky and find a colorful ray of hope cast across it. \n\n\n \n#FindARainbowDay\nThere are people that see rainbows as an artistic masterpiece in the sky\, to others it is a sign of hope and to many a sign of promise.\nIt can be all three; beauty\, hope and promise.    (Jill Magnus) \n \nA spectrum of light in the form of a multicolored arc\, appearing in the sky\, is caused by both reflection and refraction of light in water droplets in the Earth’s atmosphere. These rainbows always appear directly opposite of the sun. The light is refracted (bent) when it enters a droplet of water\, then is reflected inside on the back of the droplet and refracted again when leaving it. \nRed is the color that is visible on the outer part of a rainbow and violet on the inside of a primary rainbow. Children learn in science class the mnemonic ROYGBIV to help them to remember the sequence of colors in a rainbow: red\, orange\, yellow\, green\, blue\, indigo\, violet. Many forms of airborne water can cause rainbows including\, rain\, mist\, spray\, and dew. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE FIND A RAINBOW DAY\n\nFind yourself a rainbow or use the garden hose or a prism to make one yourself.\nFamilies\, students\, and classrooms\, create a rainbow from the colorful hearts on this printable. There’s at least one for every color in the rainbow. Take out your color crayons and finish what we’ve started.\nThen cut them out and put them in a cheerful\, sunny window to brighten the day of someone passing by.\nCreate a rainbow as part of a science project.\nUse #NationalFindARainbowDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:National Hug a Newsperson Day
DESCRIPTION:National Hug a Newsperson Day (formerly National Hug a Newsman Day) on April 4th encourages appreciation for the people reporting the news. \nWriting\, Photography paves Kinsman Woman’s road to Success\n#HugANewspersonDay\nThe Merriam-Webster dictionary tells us that the word “newsman” dates back to 1596. They have been working hard for many years to bring us the news from around the world. \nA few well-known newspersons include: \n\nTom Brokaw\nBarbara Walters\nDavid Brinkley\nKatie Couric\nWalter Cronkite\nAnn Curry\nLester Holt\nPeter Jennings\nConnie Chung\n\nYour local newsperson reports on the days’ events in your community. They keep you informed of important political news\, businesses in your community\, weather\, traffic\, crime\, and education updates. When it comes to the national news\, the local news reporters apply local perspectives. While events may happen thousands of miles away\, a local newsperson knows it impacts their views still. \nOn the national and world scale\, a newsperson may travel far and wide for the complete story. Some are attached to certain regions of the world\, specializing in political\, economic or health news. Wherever they report from\, they bring the news into our homes\, cars\, businesses or where ever we may be. They keep us informed of the ever-changing world around us. \nWho was the “YSU SUPER FAN”…The Tribute\nHOW TO OBSERVE HUG A NEWSPERSON DAY\n\nHug a newsperson. (Ask for permission first.)\nIf you aren’t able to hug your newsperson\, you can send them a virtual one.\nYou can also download our coloring page. When you’re finished coloring it\, send it to your favorite newsperson to show them how much you appreciate them.\nOr solve the word search puzzle we created for the day using common news words.\nUse #HugANewspersonDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:News,Television
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SUMMARY:First Contact Day
DESCRIPTION:First Contact Day on April 5th commemorates a fictional date in the future when an alien species visits Earth and makes contact with Earthlings for the first time. \n\n\n \n#FirstContactDay\nWhile the fictional date of 2063 is less than half a generation away\, mere humans contemplate the possibilities the further we explore space. Not only do the modern explorers keep our interests piqued\, but the science fiction genre continues to pour out stories that thrill and excite us. \nOne of science fiction’s common themes depicts the first meeting between humans and extraterrestrials. Conspiracy theories surround Area 51\, but a popular one speculates that first contact was made there. UFOs often stir up theories about the first contact\, too. The earliest documented sighting of a UFO took place in 1639 and was recorded by the governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony\, John Winthrop. \nWhile celebrating the first contact could mean many things\, this celebration focuses on one kind – the Vulcan/humankind meeting. That’s right. It’s a “final frontier” kind of celebration. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE FIRST CONTACT DAY\n\nBrush up on your Star Trek history before you board the U.S.S. Enterprise. Actually\, you’ll need to study a little more recent history of sorts.\nIn any case\, here are some ideas for your celebration.\n\nAttend a first contact re-enactment party\nPractice your Vulcan greeting\nWatch the film Star Trek: First Contact\nVisit Bozeman\, Montana\nShare your first contact stories\nParticipate in online celebrations\nPlay the song “A Magic Carpet Ride”\nDownload and print the day’s coloring page.\n\n\nUse #FirstContactDay to share your experiences and to join the conversation on social media.\n\nSource Link
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LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Science
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SUMMARY:National Walking Day
DESCRIPTION:The first Wednesday in April is National Walking Day and it encourages Americans of all ages to get out and stretch their legs and get their hearts pumping. The American Heart Association sponsors this day to remind people about the health benefits of taking a walk. Wear your sneakers (or take them with you) to work\, and at some point in the day\, take a 30-minute walk. \n\n\n \n#NationalWalkingDay\nHere are some great ways to make that 30-minutes more enjoyable: \n\nWear comfortable clothes.\nTake a friend to pass the time.\nMake sure to stretch those muscles.\nDrink plenty of water.\nMove your arms\, too.\nMake sure you have good posture.\n\n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL WALKING DAY\n\nTake thirty minutes out of your day to go for a walk.\nFind a trail near you or walk around your neighborhood.\nYou can also visit a local park or walk on your treadmill.\nTake your canine pals with you\, too. They need the cardiovascular workout\, too!\nWhen the family has finished their walk around the block or park\, complete this fun word search puzzle.\nUse #NationalWalkingDay to post on social media.\n\nDo you need some visual inspiration while walking on the treadmill? Take this walk along the beach. \nSource Link
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-walking-day/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:World Health Day
DESCRIPTION:World Health Day is the global observance of health as a human right. From healthcare professionals to policymakers and individuals\, families with young children or elderly\, we all have a role to play in our personal health and the well-being of those around us. \nAs first-world resources emerge that continue to benefit the overall quality of life for the masses\, one important factor to these advancements is the ability to have consistent access to them. \n\n\n \nAs science continuously is finding ways of extending the duration and quality of our lives\, it’s only right for us to want all people to have access to these advancements no matter where they live. Each year\, thousands of lives are lost at the hand of preventable diseases simply based on geographical limitations. \nAccess to affordable healthcare means more people living meaningful\, productive\, and disease-free lives. According to the World Health Organization (WHO)\, healthcare costs push about 100 million people into extreme poverty each year because of out-of-pocket spending. \nThe World Health Organization uses this observance as an opportunity to release the World Health Statistics Report. This report is an annual publication of health data covering a wide range of areas from newborn and child health to environmental risks. In addition\, the report also provides data on the progression of universal health coverage. \n\n\n \nUniversal health coverage is the number one goal of the World Health Organization. Through achieving this\, everyone would be given access to the care they need\, when they need it. World Health Day is the opportune time to turn back to that aspiration. Like any great feat\, the journey doesn’t come without challenges. Today we invite everyone to celebrate the health they have and believe in an even healthier tomorrow for everyone. \nHOW TO OBSERVE #WorldHealthDay\n\nTake a moment to schedule a checkup with your primary care physician for either you or a loved one. Or better yet\, both!\nTalk with your physician about any concerns you have.\nVisit with family members about health history and provide the information to your doctor.\nLearn your risk factors.\nShare your healthy tips and habits with others.\nShow the world how you celebrate health using the hashtag #WorldHealthDay to post on social media.\n\n\n\n \nWORLD HEALTH DAY HISTORY\nThe World Health Assembly inaugurated World Health Day in 1950 as a celebration to generate awareness for specific health themes. Every year a different primary focus of the World Health Organization is presented in conjunction with World Health Day.
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CATEGORIES:Community,Health & Wellness,Special Audience
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