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SUMMARY:National Rubber Ducky Day
DESCRIPTION:According to a 1973 Sesame Street calendar\, Rubber Duckie’s Birthday is January 13th so around the country it’s National Rubber Ducky Day! A friend of Ernie and Big Bird\, Duckie made his debut in a February 1970 episode. \n\n\n \n#NationalRubberDuckyDay\nThe rubber ducky (also spelled duckie) has come a long way from his first concept as a chew toy for children. While the origin of the first rubber ducky is uncertain\, many rubber molded toys came about when rubber manufacturing developed in the late 1800s. They produced a variety of toys from dolls and various animal shapes\, including the rubber duck. \nIn 1928\, Landon Smart Lawrence received the earliest patent for a rubber duck toy. His clever design weighted the toy so that when it tipped it returned to an upright position. The sketch included with the patent was that of a duck. \nDuring World Wars I and II\, rubber was a valuable commodity. Rationing became mandatory and by the 1940s with the advent of plastic\, the rubber ducky began being produced in vinyl and plastic. Russian Sculptor Peter Ganine sculpted many animal figures. One\, a duck\, he later designed and patented into a floating toy that closely resembles the rubber ducky we have become familiar with today. \nSales of the iconic yellow rubber ducky we’ve come to know today soared in Britain in 2001. Why? A British Tabloid\, The Sun\, reported Queen Elizabeth II had a rubber duck in her bathroom that wore an inflatable crown. \nThe rubber ducky became a Toy Hall of Fame inductee in 2013. Founded in 1998\, the Hall of Fame has only inducted 52 other toys. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL RUBBER DUCKY DAY\nSpend time with your favorite rubber ducky. Share photos of your rubber ducky collection. Discover all the different kinds of rubber duckies available. Use #NationalRubberDuckyDay to post on social media. \nNATIONAL RUBBER DUCKY DAY HISTORY\nWhile our research did not uncover the creator of National Rubber Ducky Day\, National Day Calendar® is pretty fond of the idea that it has to do with Sesame Street’s Rubber Duckie. \nSource Link: 
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SUMMARY:National Sticker Day
DESCRIPTION:National Sticker Day on January 13th recognizes all the ways stickers brighten up a page or send a special message. The day celebrates all things stickers\, from the custom printing of them to sharing stickers. Every sticker has a story. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#NationalStickerDay\n\n\n\nHistorians credit the European merchants in the 1880s as the first to stick labels to their products\, in an effort to promote their goods and wares to passersby. \nThese savvy\, pre-industrial entrepreneurs used a gum paste to get the labels to adhere and\, well\, stick: hence “stickers.” By the 1900s a sticker-specific paste had been developed and was widely used\, most notably on stamps\, which dried and then would re-apply when moistened. \nThe observance is in honor of R. Stanton Avery\, who was born on that day in 1907. Avery was the original creator of the adhesive label with removable backing. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL STICKER DAY\nNational Sticker Day offers so many ways to celebrate! We won’t limit it to any age group either\, so be sure to invite everyone to the party. That means everyone deserves a sticker whether they are shopping online\, promoting their business\, or learning something new. While you are planning your celebration\, be sure to check out these ideas\, too. \n\nHost a sticker collection contest. Award prizes for the largest\, most colorful\, and most original collections.\nStickers bring in business\, too. Create a buzz around special days using stickers.\nThey inspire creativity in the classroom. Ask students to design stickers for events and campaigns.\nGet organized! Color code your favorite projects with stickers that keep you on track.\n\nTake photos of them to post on social media using #NationalStickerDay. \nLearn more about the history behind National Sticker Day and Sticker Giant by reading Celebration Spotlight. \nNATIONAL STICKER DAY HISTORY\nStickerGiant\, a promotional sticker and product label company based in Longmont\, Colorado\, created National Sticker Day in 2015 to celebrate all the fun stickers bring to all ages. \nSource Link.
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SUMMARY:National Shop for Travel Day
DESCRIPTION:As the holiday season fades away\, our minds turn to our next opportunity for a vacation. While that may seem far off\, National Shop for Travel Day on the second Tuesday in January reminds us to start planning now! \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#ShopForTravelDay\n\n\n\nToday\, there are more tools and resources than ever before to help us shop for that perfect trip. How we choose to travel\, our accommodations\, and where we relax and have fun has become mobile and virtual. Whether we’re planning a weekend getaway or our dream vacation\, we can shop\, compare\, plan\, and book all in just a few clicks. \nAdvancements made by travel technology innovators and intermediaries have not only provided us with the tools to expertly guide us through the booking experience\, but they get us there\, too. They connect us to the people who put us in the beautiful places we want to stay. Today\, more than ever before\, we can find just the accommodation we’ve been seeking and even tour it before we go\, view ratings and firsthand accounts from other travelers\, and catch a glimpse of what our trip will be like long before it begins. \nTraveling for pleasure – or for work – can be a tremendous expense in both dollars and time\, and you want the reassurance that you’re making the right choices whether you’re going home to visit old friends or visiting a city for the very first time. These apps and tools provide that confidence and actually make it fun to explore the limitless possibilities for travel. \nWherever and whenever you have your heart set to go\, start shopping now. Whatever the trip may be\, National Shop for Travel Day is the perfect time to visit an online travel company and book it. \nMake that dream vacation come true. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE SHOP FOR TRAVEL DAY\nTechnology has made shopping for travel easier. Not only can we comparison shop\, but it also makes planning a lot easier. Celebrate the day by making a list of the places you dream of going\, need to go\, and would like to see again. \n\nCompare hotels\, rentals\, and other lodgings available. Secluded cabins\, RV rentals\, and camping gear are available\, too.\nCheck flights\, trains\, or even routes for taking a road trip. Don’t forget to plan stops along some of the country’s most scenic byways and historic routes.\nAsk friends and family for the best travel agents to help you make the most of your travel plans.\nAlso\, ask those friends about their favorite trips – business and vacations. They can help you find the best places to explore.\nFind the ideal times of the year to travel for business and pleasure. If you’re trying to avoid crowds\, the offseason may be the best time of year to travel.\nDiscover unique vacations that are worth writing home about.\nLook for adventures that take you away from the crowd and give you a unique view of the world.\n\nMake a list of places you would like to go and check the dates. Start shopping on your favorite sites or contact your travel agent. Use #ShopForTravelDay to share on social media. \nSource Link: 
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SUMMARY:National Pharmacist Day
DESCRIPTION:National Pharmacist Day on January 12th annually recognizes and honors all pharmacists across the nation. \nCelebrating Teacher Appreciation Week on Spanning the Need w/Anthony Spano(Opens in a new browser tab) \n\n\n\n#NationalPharmacistDay\n\n\n\nThe role of pharmacists has shifted over the years. Where once they served as the classical “lick\, stick and pour” dispensary\, they now serve as an integrated member of the health care team. Pharmacists are often directly involved in patient care and play a vital role in a patient’s recovery. \nHistorically\, pharmacists primarily checked and distributed drugs to doctors for patient prescribed medication. In modern times\, pharmacists advise patients and health care providers on the selection\, dosages\, interactions\, and side effects of prescriptions. Additionally\, their role includes being a learned intermediary between a prescriber and a patient. By monitoring the health and progress of patients\, pharmacists can then ensure the safe and effective use of medication. \nPharmacists work long hours\, usually standing the entire time. Along with dispensing pills and providing advice on medications\, pharmacists also administer immunizations. Pharmacists who conduct research discover and test new medications\, too. \n\nDo you wonder how Agatha Christie came to know so much about poisons for her murder mysteries? She was once a pharmacy dispenser during World War I.\nCoca-Cola\, Pepsi\, Dr. Pepper\, and Ginger Ale were all invented by pharmacists\nBefore running for President of the United States\, Hubert Humphrey earned his pharmacy license and worked in his father’s pharmacy.\nWilliam Procter\, Jr.\, (May 3\, 1817 – February 10\, 1874) dedicated his career to the science of pharmacy. He wrote the first textbook on pharmacy for students in the United States and advocated for the founding of the American Pharmaceutical Association. His dedication earned him the name Father of Pharmacy.\n\nSpanning the Need’s Christmas Concert Special (TV Broadcast)(Opens in a new browser tab) \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PHARMACIST DAY\nAnyone who has required the services of a pharmacist\, take time to thank them today. Give them a shout-out. Whether they work in a facility or local pharmacy\, they will appreciate the good word. If you’re considering a career\, learn more about pharmacy. Use #NationalPharmacistDay to post on social media. \nNATIONAL PHARMACIST DAY HISTORY\nWhile we were unable to find the exact creator of this observance\, it is indicated that it is likely an association of pharmaceutical groups that are founders. \nSource Link.
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SUMMARY:National Clean Off Your Desk Day
DESCRIPTION:The second Monday of January each year recognizes National Clean Off Your Desk Day. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n#CleanOffYourDeskDay\n\n\n\nThis day is an opportunity to begin your new year with a clean and organized workspace. Whether your desk is in a private or shared office\, cubicle\, home or a make-shift desk on the counter\, having your workspace uncluttered and organized will help you work more efficiently. A clean workspace improves productivity and inspires us\, too. It often gives us a sense of serenity. \nHOW TO OBSERVE CLEAN OFF YOUR DESKTOP DAY\nWhile there are those who say they know where everything is\, we all know a clean start helps give us a new perspective. \nTips for Getting Organized\n\nRemove everything from your desk. Yes\, everything.\nClean the surface. As you replace items\, clean them with the appropriate cleaning supply. Usually\, a damp cloth is sufficient\, but other electrical items need specific care.\nGet out the shredder and the garbage can. Shred\, file\, scan documents\, business cards\, recipes\, photos as needed.\nPlace all documents and photos in the appropriate locations.\nShred and toss outdated documents\, non-working pens\, junk mail.\n\nDon’t forget to replace that old calendar hanging on the wall. While you’re at it\, vacuum up those dust bunnies and sanitize your keyboard. Place a fresh box of tissues on your newly cleaned desktop. You’ll be ready for new clients in no time. Use #CleanOffYourDeskDay to post on social media. \n\n\n \nNATIONAL CLEAN OFF YOUR DESK DAY HISTORY\nWhile researching the origin of this tidy day\, National Day Calendar staff uncovered information leading to A.C. Viero of Clio\, Michigan as the founder of this annual holiday. Now that we can see the top of our desk\, we can clearly see there will be more paperwork in our future! \nSource Link.
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