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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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CATEGORIES:Comedy
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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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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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CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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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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CATEGORIES:Lifestyle
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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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CATEGORIES:Military
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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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CATEGORIES:Lifestyle
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260317
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SUMMARY:St. Patrick Day
DESCRIPTION:St. Patrick’s Day kicks off a worldwide celebration also known as the Feast of St. Patrick. On March 17th\, many will wear green in honor of the Irish and decorate with shamrocks. According to lore\, the wearing of the green tradition dates back to a story written about St. Patrick in 1726. St. Patrick (c. AD 385–461) used the shamrock to illustrate the Holy Trinity and worn green clothing. And while the story is unlikely to be true\, many will revel in the Irish heritage and eat traditional Irish fare\, too. \n\n#StPatricksDay\nIn the United States\, St. Patrick’s Day has been celebrated since before the country was formed. At times\, the holiday has been a bit more of a rowdy one\, with green beer\, parades\, and talk of leprechauns. However\, in Ireland\, St. Patrick’s Day takes on a more solemn mood. It wasn’t until events in the United States broadcast in Ireland that some of the Yankee ways spread across the pond. One Irish-American tradition not common to Ireland is corned beef and cabbage. \nHOW TO OBSERVE ST. PATRICK’S DAY\n\nWear green.\nRead up about St. Patrick’s Day.\nCook up an Irish feast!\nUse #StPatricksDay to post on social media.\n\nCheck out this delicious Reuben Casserole from #holidayfoodies. You won’t regret it! \n 
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CATEGORIES:Holiday
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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:National Panda Day
DESCRIPTION:On March 16\, National Panda Day draws attention to one of the world’s unique bears. Pandas are also one of the world’s most endangered and adored animals. Conservationists and animal lovers alike spread the word about the increasing efforts of the international community dedicated to protecting and restoring habitats. \n\n\n \n#NationalPandaDay\nNative to China\, giant pandas are members of the Bear (Ursidae) family. Their rapidly shrinking habitat is a major cause for concern. As an endangered species\, successful panda breeding programs are rare. In the wild\, there are approximately only 1\,864 (according to the World Wide Fund for Nature) and 100 living in zoos around the world. \nWith their white face and black eyes and body\, panda bears are easily identifiable. However\, their black and white coloring was designed for their natural habitat. They disappear into the snowy mountains and temperate forests of southwest China. And despite their sweet disposition\, they tend to isolate themselves in the wild. They eat mostly plants and do not hibernate in the winter like many other bears. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PANDA DAY\n\nShare your love for pandas! You can do that by learning more about them and supporting panda sanctuaries.\nPromote ways to protect their shrinking habitat.\nSupport breeding and research programs.\nWatch a documentary about pandas.\n\nDirector Lu Chuan filmed Born in China. It follows not only a panda family but also golden savvy monkeys and the snow leopard.\nDrew Fellman and David Douglas direct Pandas. Researchers from the Chengdu Research Base for Giant Panda Breeding seek to take the program to a whole new level. Actress Kristen Bell narrates.\n\n\nUse #NationalPandaDay on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Animals
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SUMMARY:Good Samaritan Day
DESCRIPTION:National Good Samaritan Day on March 13th recognizes the unselfish actions of those who provide help when needed. The day is also known as Good Samaritan Involvement Day and celebrates kindness in all its forms. \n#GoodSamaritanDay\nThe term “good Samaritan” comes from the Bible parable where a Samaritan helped a stranger who had been robbed and beaten and left to die by the side of the road. The Samaritan not only cleaned the man’s wounds and clothed him but took him to an inn where he paid for the man’s care. \nThe term is used today to describe those who perform acts of kindness for those in need\, especially those who are strangers. \nHOW TO OBSERVE GOOD SAMARITAN DAY\n\nMake an effort to help someone who is struggling or having a problem.\nShare a story about someone who was a Good Samaritan in your life.\nThe act of a Good Samaritan can be large or small. Something as simple as a phone call to as inconvenient as stopping to help change a tire are all acts of a good Samaritan.\nMake a commitment to developing a habit of kindness and awareness of others.\nVolunteer. Offer your valuable skills to others in times of need. Do you enjoy sports or have mad math skills? Your ability to mentor youth may change someone’s life for the better.\nUse #GoodSamaritanDay to post on social media.\nNATIONAL GOOD SAMARITAN DAY HISTORY\nOur research found this day honors the death of Catherine “Kitty” Genovese\, who was murdered near her home on March 13\, 1964\, in New York City. That night\, if one Good Samaritan had stepped forward\, Miss Genovese would have lived. Something interrupted her killer twice that night\, each interruption witnessed by neighbors or passersby. Still\, no one called the police. One person called after his third and successful attempt\, but too late for Miss Genovese. We have been unable to identify the creator of this national day. \n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National K9 Veterans Day
DESCRIPTION:March 13th recognizes National K9 Veterans Day and the dedicated K9 units who’ve served since World War II. \nSTN Inspirational Quotes To Keep You Inspired in 2023\n#NationalK9VeteransDay\nA lot of things changed after the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941. We rationed oil\, leather\, and rubber. The military draft men into service. Women rolled up their sleeves and built war supplies. \nAnd dogs were called to duty. During the first world war\, the United States took notice of the European use of canines as sentries\, message carriers\, and several other functions. \nA private citizen\, Mrs. Alene Erlanger initiated a program called Dogs for Defense. Along with the American Kennel Club and a handful of breeders\, the group aimed to train the dogs for military use. \nBy November of 1942\, the military prepared the first Dogs for Defense for duty in North Africa. While they were gun shy at first\, they proved to be well trained. \nAs the war progressed\, Dogs for Defense was unable to keep up with the demand\, and the Remount Branch\, Service Installations Divisions took over the training of the dogs. \nOver the years\, the military\, police\, and rescue have developed a variety of training methods for K9 units. Their training is tailored to meet the demands of the job\, and each animal and handler carries out his or her duties to the fullest. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL K9 VETERANS DAY\n\nRecognize a K9 veteran.\nLearn more about their service\, history\, and training.\nAttend a ceremony honoring the working dogs in military units and working dogs across the country.\nUse #NationalK9VeteransDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Military,Pets
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SUMMARY:National Promposal Day
DESCRIPTION:On March 11th\, National Promposal Day prompts the ultimate question each year. “Will you go to prom with me?” It’s the day for high school students across North America to craft their unique invitation to the event of the year. \n\n\n \n#NationalPromposalDay\nProm takes a lot of planning. That includes finding the right tux\, the right dress\, shoes\, and accessories. Does mom teach you how to dance or do you take a dance class? Do you borrow dad’s car or rent a limo? Those are just a few of the details. But that’s getting ahead of the plan. First\, ask the question on March 11th\, #NationalPromposalDay. \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PROMPOSAL DAY\nProm is one of the most memorable times in high school. Start it off right with an exceptional promposal. Rehearse it or wing it\, but get out there and ask! Get creative about asking someone to prom and capture the special moment on video. #NationalPromposalDay #MyUltimatePromposal @menswearhouse on Facebook/Instagram/Twitter. \n\n\n \nNATIONAL PROMPOSAL DAY HISTORY\nIn 2016\, Men’s Wearhouse founded National Promposal Day on March 11th to inspire high school students to create the ultimate promposal.
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SUMMARY:National Worship of Tools Day
DESCRIPTION:March 11th is National Worship of Tools Day. This is a day to go out into the garage\, the tool shed\, the storage closet\, or wherever it is you keep your tools.  You can clean them\, reorganize them\, make something new with them or maybe go to the store and buy a new one. \n\n\n \n#NationalWorshipOfToolsDay\nIt is hard to imagine the world without tools as they are a part of our daily lives. From the hammer\, the screwdriver\, and the wrench to the most sophisticated tools\, they are necessary. Upon their use\, they sometimes get rusty and need to be shined\, they get dirty and need to be cleaned\, they get dull and need to be sharpened. \nTool enthusiasts know a good tool when they see one. Often\, they have a favorite brand or style. And they never seem to have enough\, either. Collecting them is nearly as important as using them. Another common discussion about tools is the borrowing of tools. From one neighbor to another\, tools have been loaned\, borrowed\, and returned numerous times. The funny papers and the sitcoms humorously remind us of this from time to time. And sometimes\, so do our neighbors. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL WORSHIP OF TOOLS DAY\n\nSpend some extra time shining up your tools or fixing them if they needed it. Taking care of your tools helps them last longer\, which is a benefit for you.\nGo shopping for new tools. You know there must be one you don’t have.\nGet to work on your latest project and put your tools to work!\nUse #WorshipOfToolsDay to post on social media.
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SUMMARY:National Johnny Appleseed Day
DESCRIPTION:March 11th – On National Johnny Appleseed Day\, we remember a man who made apple (and pear) trees bloom across the nation. The day celebrates a kindly legend who lived by sage teachings and labored to bring the shade of fruit trees across much of the United States. \n\n\n \n#NationalJohnnyAppleseedDay\nJohn Chapman\nHe was born John Chapman on September 26\, 1774\, in Leominster\, Massachusetts\, to Nathaniel and Elizabeth Simons Chapman. Not much is known about his early life other than his mother died when he was two. His father packed up Johnny and his sister (an infant brother had died the previous year) and moved to Springfield\, Massachusetts. His father served as a Minuteman and fought at Bunker Hill. \nThen in 1797\, Chapman shows up in northwestern Pennsylvania\, propagating his apple seeds. He worked his way steadily into the frontier of West Virginia\, Ohio\, and Indiana. Eventually\, Chapman became known as Johnny Appleseed and worked his way as far west as Illinois and Iowa and as far north as Michigan and Wisconsin. \nIn his wake\, he left orchards and the teachings of Emanuel Swedenborg\, a Swedish spiritual leader. Appleseed would buy his books with whatever payment he might receive for his endeavors. In turn\, Johnny would give the books away as he traveled and planted. \n\n\n \nMostly\, though\, he planted his seeds and seedlings for free along with his wisdom\, his broad-brimmed pasteboard hat keeping the sun from his eyes as he went. Often shoeless\, he traveled mostly by foot and sometimes by horseback or canoe. His appearance was nearly as noteworthy as his accomplishments\, but so was his kindness. Farmers and frontier folk always found a place at the table if Johnny Appleseed came visiting. \nThere are many stories told that the man would travel many miles to nurse an ailing orchard when word would reach him of its poor condition. Bringing the trees back to health would be his chief endeavor while dispersing wisdom\, care\, and kindness as he did. \nLandmarks\nAcross the Midwest\, landmarks pepper the countryside honoring the man that brought fruit to the frontier. Warren County\, Pennsylvania\, lays claim to Johnny Appleseed’s first tree nursery. \nMansfield\, Ohio\, honors the man with a monument in South Park. The last known Chapman tree still lives! In rural Ashland County\, Ohio\, the tree struggles to survive\, but half of it still manages to bloom in the spring. \nIn his hometown of Springfield\, Massachusetts\, there is an entire park named after the man who nurtured the land and made apple trees bloom across a young nation. \nTwo dates celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day\, either March 11th or September 26th. The September date is Appleseed’s acknowledged birth date. However\, many people across the country prefer the March date due to the planting season. While some vagueness surrounds Appleseed’s death and burial\, he became ill in early March and passed soon after. In Fort Wayne\, Indiana\, in Johnny Appleseed Park\, a grave marks the spot where the legendary sower of apple seeds rests. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL JOHNNY APPLESEED DAY\n\nBegin by reading any one of the many books written about Johnny Appleseed. Some of them are mere folklore but others delve into the man himself.\nVisiting some of the landmarks where Johnny Appleseed once lived and worked.\nPlant a fruit tree. Visit your local orchard to learn more about the trees that live and thrive in your area. Sometimes you will need two in order for them to bear fruit\, so be sure you ask.\nEat your favorite tree fruit. It doesn’t have to be an apple. Johnny Appleseed planted several varieties of fruit trees. While you can find apples in March\, they aren’t in season. Tree fruits that are in season include avocados\, kumquats\, lemons\, limes\, oranges\, mandarins\, and pomelos. Only a few of these grow in the United States. Do you know which ones?\nEducators and families\, visit the National Day Calendar Classroom for projects and ideas to help you Celebrate Every Day!\nEnjoy an apple and use #JohnnyAppleseedDay to post on social media.
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SUMMARY:National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day
DESCRIPTION:National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day on March 11th reminds us to thank the professionals who consider every need during the most challenging time in our lives. \n\n\n \n#FuneralDirectorMorticianRecognition\nFuneral directors and morticians dedicate their lives to helping us celebrate our loved ones. They bring together the memories and achievements of someone we’ve lost to death. With professional guidance and compassion\, funeral directors help with every step of planning a funeral. While the news settles\, these experts understand how emotional and stressful the process is. \nFuneral directors come equipped with a perfect skillset. Their compassion and excellent organizational skills guide us through a celebration of someone we loved dearly. In addition\, being a funeral director means being a good listener\, a skill many of them have in spades. \nThey work hard to attain their skills\, too. Both morticians and funeral directors study mortuary science\, attaining an associate degree or higher. A 1-3 year apprenticeship follows their degree. Funeral directors must be licensed. \n\n\n \nBeyond their training\, funeral directors know how to put people at ease. When we grieve\, the pain of loss takes on many different faces. Funeral directors act as guides and help to fulfill the wishes of our loved ones. When the pain and suffering ends\, the mortician and funeral director provide a sense of peace and unity at a time that can seem chaotic even at its best.HOW TO OBSERVE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND MORTICIAN RECOGNITION\nThank a funeral director or a mortician for their time and care. Show your appreciation of their services and recognize the work they do in one of several ways: \nSend a thank you card letting them know how much their services mean to you.\nRecommend their services to others.\nPreplan your funeral. Put your funeral in the hands of the business that has proven to you they can care for your family.\nShare your experiences as a funeral director or mortician.\nUse #FuneralDirectorMorticianRecognition to share on social media. \nNATIONAL FUNERAL DIRECTOR & MORTICIAN RECOGNITION DAY HISTORY\nIn 2008\, Congress passed a resolution designating March 11th as National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260818
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SUMMARY:National NonProfit Day
DESCRIPTION:On August 17th\, National Nonprofit Day (NND) recognizes the goals and positive impacts nonprofits have on communities and the world. \n#NationalNonprofitDay\nSomewhere a volunteer reads to school children. At the same time\, a patient receives steady medication. A lawyer provides legal services for low-income individuals. A lost soul’s life is remembered with dignity\, thanks to a nonprofit funeral home. Elsewhere\, a first-time homebuyer moves into his own home. NND reminds us that each of these scenes is possible thanks to the nonprofit sector. It’s the result of the work performed by capable people and organizations. \nJeffrey’s Journey Through COVID-19 \n \nThrough nonprofits\, awareness\, research\, and aid reach the people who need it most. Nonprofits also generate tremendous benefits to their surrounding communities and the broader world. \nFor example\, following the recent U.S. recession in 2012\, the nonprofit sector provided 5.4% of the nation’s entire GDP (gross domestic product)\, or $887.3 billion. Non-profits continuously employing nurses\, web developers\, lawyers\, computer engineers\, and more (sources: John Hopkins and Tactical Philanthropy Advisors reports).
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CATEGORIES:Civic Benefit,Community,Philanthropy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260814
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SUMMARY:International Left Handers Day
DESCRIPTION:International Left Handers Day on August 13th recognizes all those individuals who have mastered using their left hand in a right-handed world. We take our hats off to you – left-handed! \n#LeftHandersDay\nApproximately 10% of the population are southpaws. Scientists don’t know why a person develops left-handedness. But it’s more likely a child will be left-handed if one parent is a lefty\, too. Parents of left-handed children used to force them to use their right hands. In the eyes of right-handers\, the predominant use of the left hand seemed evil. Parents feared their communities would shun their children. While we accept left-handedness more readily than days gone by\, its occurrence hasn’t increased. \nFamous Cartoonist Joe Wos\, founder of mazetoons\, states that his favorite day to celebrate is International Left Handers Day\, being a lefty himself. \nCelebrating International Left Handers Day this August\nFamous Lefties\nMany lefties seek to blend in because they will stand out soon enough. Their unique quality makes them feel awkward. They bump elbows or seem like a klutz. However\, in a world designed for the right-handed\, those who are other dominant adapt quite well. For example\, eight United States presidents were left-handed\, including Ronald Reagan\, George H.W. Bush\, Bill Clinton\, and Barack Obama. Would the Sistine Chapel and the Mona Lisa stand the test of time if Michaelangelo and Leonardo de Vinci had been right-handed? \nUncommon Individual\nLeft Handers Day recognizes the uncommon individual who throws\, catches\, writes\, and uses a fork with their left hand. They view the world just a little differently\, too. At a restaurant\, they seek out the seat that will place their dominant elbow on the outside of the booth. Right-handed athletes groan a bit when the southpaw shows up as an opponent on the roster. They present a challenge right-handers aren’t always sure how to handle due to lack of practice. And yet\, lefties square off against righties all the time. \n\nDon’t be shy on Left-Handers Day. Show the world how brilliant and unique you are!
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CATEGORIES:Community,Lifestyle
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
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SUMMARY:National Sister Day
DESCRIPTION:National Sisters Day on the first Sunday in August celebrates the unique bond between sisters. This particular set of siblings embrace moments that make them laugh and cringe. While they don’t always agree\, sisters have each other’s backs. \n#NationalSistersDay\nAll siblings have the odd argument here and there\, but deep down there’s little way around the natural connection between siblings. Even those who don’t have a natural sister sibling know the bonds of sisterhood. Those who forge a relationship with their spouse’s sisters understand. Also\, women who support each other through difficult times form a sisterhood. \nCelebrating National Sister Day on this Sunday \n \nA sister is like yourself in a different movie\,\na movie that stars you in a different life. ~ Deborah Tannen \nNo two sisters are alike. From love interests to cars\, sisters will disagree. And food\, cleaning\, and children require interventions. However\, we rely on each other while privately envying a sister’s style\, ability or grace. A sister understands when no one else does\, sometimes when even you don’t. So\, sister time provides vital healing. \nWhether your sisters harrassed you from day one or found you later in life\, this day brings you back together. Cherish the memories and make plans to create new ones. Reconnect or patch up any misunderstandings. Sisters are forever.
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CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
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SUMMARY:National Friendship Day
DESCRIPTION:Friendships come in many forms\, and we begin developing them when we’re very young. Throughout our lives\, friendships and their meanings evolve. Our classmates and neighborhood pals explored the world with us. Together we shared experiences and made plans for the future. Eventually\, paths diverge and new friends find a place in our social experience. Our world expands and our culture changes. \nWith each new friend\, we expand our view of the world. Their experiences contribute to new meaning in our lives. Through friendships\, we grow and broaden our horizons. Eventually\, the world becomes smaller and more connected. \nCelebrating National Friendship Day on this Sunday
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CATEGORIES:Children,Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTSTAMP:20260609T181529
CREATED:20220730T022535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220730T022839Z
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SUMMARY:National Father-in-Law Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL FATHER-IN-LAW DAY | July 30\nNational Father-In-Law Day on July 30th recognizes your spouse’s father annually. Dedicate some time to your father-in-law on this day. \n#FatherInLawDay\nFathers-in-law bring a new perspective to our lives. Whether we are a new addition to their families or made bonds a long time ago\, they grow to have an honored place in our hearts. They are the patriarchs of our families. Whether they’ve built a reputation for being stubborn\, softhearted or full of humor\, these men stand as one cornerstone of a sheltering family tree. \nDuring National Father-in-Law Day\, celebrate the father-in-law in your life. \nhttps://spanningtheneed.com/2022/07/30/celebrating-family-with-father-in-law-day-on-this-30th-of-july/
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CATEGORIES:Community,Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731
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SUMMARY:National Cheesecake Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL CHEESECAKE DAY | JULY 30\nNational Cheesecake Day on July 30th offers a slice of one of America’s favorite desserts. Order up a cheesecake with your favorite topping. Get it delivered or make it at home. \n#NationalCheesecakeDay\nThis smooth dessert hits the spot when the end of the meal rolls around. While most cakes have a crumb\, cheesecake’s texture is nothing like cake. Indeed\, its creamy\, thick pudding-like character comes from the soft cheese used as the main ingredient. Depending on the recipe\, either cream cheese or cottage cheese is used. When the cheese is mixed with sugar\, eggs\, and other ingredients\, the batter is added to a crust. \nE53: Chef Chris Bonacci\, Food trends\, easy recipes & meal ideas to help you cook smarter for the Holidays \n \nWhen making cheesecake\, one of the most common crusts used is a graham cracker crust. Other options include a cookie crust\, pastry or sponge cake. However\, some cheesecakes are crustless. Recipes vary and cheesecakes may be prepared baked or unbaked. \nWhen faced with choosing a cheesecake flavor\, don’t panic. While the options may seem overwhelming\, bakers solved this problem. They offer a variety of flavors in one cake. So\, take one home and try each one. Since cheesecakes do come in a wide variety\, consider your tastes. If you prefer summer fruits and berries\, cheesecakes have you covered. Tropical options hit the spot\, too. For coffee lovers\, bakers provide a rich selection. And don’t forget delicious chocolate and nutty flavors. Each cheesecake may be served with fresh fruit\, a sauce\, whipped cream or plain. 
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CATEGORIES:Community,Food,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260728
DTSTAMP:20260609T181529
CREATED:20220727T012540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T012935Z
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SUMMARY:National Love is Kind Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL LOVE IS KIND DAY | July 27\nJust as on July 4th Americans celebrate their independence\, so is July 27th to be celebrated—a day to celebrate independence from the abuser. July 27th\, National Love is Kind Day is the day to: \n\nCelebrate for all victims of domestic violence/domestic abuse their FREEDOM and INDEPENDENCE from their abuser.\nRecognize our right to be treated with KINDNESS. Because real love is kind\, not terrorizing.\nRealize that kindness is the path to healthy and safer relationships\, families\, society\, and the world.\nGive voice for and hope and support to others who are still suffering\, often in silence.\nSpread messages how we can be kind to one another\, especially to those closest to us.\nRemember that love is not abusive\, violent\, demeaning or dehumanizing.  If someone uses love as an excuse for their hurtful behavior\, it’s not real love.\n\nWith every generation\, the cycle of abuse continues to cripple families\, especially women and children who are most vulnerable. The cycle of abuse must stop now. \nCelebrating National Love is Kind Day\, Joyful and Productive Life on July 27th \n \n#NationalLoveIsKindDay\nNational Love is Kind Day encourages you to become aware of how you are treating people\, how people are treating you\, and how you can become emboldened\, supported\, and empowered to lead the joyful and productive life you deserve. With improved and proper support\, families can know and experience the freedom and love found in an abuse-free home. Children grow up with positive role models\, and both adults and children lead more productive\, happy\, and mentally healthy lives. \nThe day is an opportunity to say “No to abuse\, violence\, and ridicule! And begin saying\, “Yes\, to kindness!  And yes\, to sharing my voice! Yes\, I am worth it and my life matters. Kindness rules!”
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CATEGORIES:Learning,Lifestyle
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
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SUMMARY:National Ice Cream Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY |  THIRD SUNDAY IN JULY\nDish or cone? That’s all we need to know. National Ice Cream Day on the 3rd Sunday in July offers up every flavor on the menu to honor the day! The holiday also lands in the middle of National Ice Cream Month. \n#NationalIceCreamDay\nThousands of years ago\, people in the Persian Empire put snow in a bowl\, poured concentrated grape juice over it\, and ate it as a treat. Even when the weather was hot\, they would savor this sweet treat. Their trick? They placed snow in underground chambers known as yakchal where the temperatures kept the snow from melting. The Persians also hiked to the mountain tops by their summer capital to gather snowfall. \nhttps://spanningtheneed.com/2022/07/16/celebrating-national-ice-cream-day-on-july-16/ \nThe Chinese\, under the Tang Dynasty around 697 AD\, took to freezing dairy with salt and ice. However\, the results aren’t exactly the ice cream we enjoy today. Frozen treats and beverages later\, culinary folks point to Naples\, Italy as the birthplace of the first ice cream. They give credit to Antonio Latini. He was born in 1642 and created a milk-based sorbet. \nIn the United States\, the Quaker colonists earn the nod for bringing their ice recipes over with them. They opened the first ice cream shops\, including shops in New York and other cities during the colonial era.
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CATEGORIES:Community,Food,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
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CREATED:20220714T022015Z
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SUMMARY:National Mac and Cheese Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL MAC AND CHEESE DAY | JULY 14\nOne of the classic comfort foods earns a place of honor on July 14th. It is National Mac and Cheese Day! \nCelebrating National Mac and Cheese Day on July 14th \n \n#NationalMacAndCheeseDay\nMade with macaroni noodles\, cream or milk\, and the golden goodness of cheese\, mac and cheese shines as a side dish while also standing on its own as a main dish. This meal reminds many of us of home while also teaching us the basics of the kitchen. What other recipes allow us to create so flamboyantly and often with so little knowledge about cooking? \nFrom the classic mac and cheese with cheddar or American cheeses to the spicy cowboy mac with bacon and jalapenos\, there’s a combination for everyone. Mix up the cheeses or load up on seasonings. It’s easy to get a toasty crust by setting the broiler for a couple of minutes at the end of the cooking time. \nMac and cheese offers a multitude of ways to enjoy it\, too. As a soup\, it warms us up after a long day. Stuff it inside a meatloaf or a burger for a meal made for a hungry\, busy family. Roll up bite-sized bits in bread crumbs and deep fry for mouthwatering appetizers. Put your favorite mac and cheese between two slices of crusty bread. Then put into a panini press for some grilled yumminess. Whether we like it mild or spicy\, mac and cheese has us covered.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705
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SUMMARY:Independence Day (USA)
DESCRIPTION:INDEPENDENCE DAY\nEach year on July 4th\, the United States celebrates Independence Day. This federal holiday commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4\, 1776\, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.  \nFor nearly 250 years\, the country has been celebrating a day in history that inspires us still today. On July 4th\, communities host speeches and ceremonies across the nation. Across the country\, people crowd cities for parades and festivals. Cities deck the streets in red\, white\, and blue bunting and flags. \nFamilies and friends also gather for some of the most mouthwatering food – large picnics and barbecues\, local fairs provide a taste of culture and mom’s home cooking\, too. With so many converging on their hometowns\, family and school reunions take place. \nFire Works\nBefore the day is over\, many communities hold spectacular fireworks displays re-enacting moments of victory. Patriotic music accompanies the performance while spectators view the show from blankets strewn along capital lawns or from boats floating in bays. Whether our National Anthem\, “The Star-Spangled Banner” or “God Bless America\,” many will sing along. In some locations\, music will be played by a live orchestra or band\, while in other areas it’s pre-recorded. Some of the most popular on the playlist are “America the Beautiful\,” “My Country\, Tis of Thee\,” “This Land Is Your Land\,” “Stars and Stripes Forever\,” “God Bless the U.S.A.\,” “Yankee Doodle” and “Dixie.” \nIn some parts of the country\, people will shoot their own fireworks while children delight in the bright colors and sparklers. They roast marshmallows and make s’ mores. \nHOW TO OBSERVE #IndependenceDay #July4th #4thOfJuly #FourthOfJuly\nSpend the day celebrating independence. Attend local events or travel the nation to see friends and relatives. \n\nAt noon\, a “Salute to the Union” is fired\, each July 4th\, by any capable military base. This is a salute of one gun for each state in the United States. \nIn 2009\, New York City hosted the largest fireworks display in the country. \nHeld since 1785\, the Bristol Fourth of July Parade in Bristol\, Rhode Island\, is the oldest continuous Independence Day celebration in the United States. \n\nShare your celebrations using #IndependenceDay\, #July4th\, #4thOfJuly\, FourthOfJuly on social media.
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CATEGORIES:Civic Benefit,Community,Fireworks,Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260609T181529
CREATED:20220627T011421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T011732Z
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SUMMARY:National PTSD Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL PTSD AWARENESS DAY | JUNE 27\nEach year on June 27th\, National PTSD Awareness Day recognizes the effects post-traumatic stress has on the lives of those impacted by it. \n#NationalPTSDAwarenessDay\nPost Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) has a profound effect on the lives of those who suffer from it. The statistics alone are staggering\, but can only tell a portion of the story. The trauma and anxiety associated with PTSD is a constant burden\, inseparable from the sufferer. It was once a condition that was attributed only to returning combat veterans\, but more and more the condition is diagnosed in those who have experienced violent crime or lived through catastrophic events. According to PTSD United\, 20% of adults in the United States who have experienced a traumatic event suffer from PTSD. \nThe observance not only strives to bring awareness to the public but to also educate and eliminate the stigma associated with PTSD. Many of those with PTSD don’t seek treatment. Sometimes they simply fear the labels attached to PTSD. However\, with support and understanding\, we may all better understand the signs and provide better care. \n\nTrouble sleeping\nReliving memories of the event\nAnxious or on edge\nAvoidance of things or people who remind you of the event\n\nOver time\, these signs may fade. However\, if they don’t\, seeking treatment is not only suggested but helpful to many who suffer from PTSD. \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PTSD AWARENESS DAY\nReach out to someone you know who struggles with PTSD. Let them know you care and are there to help. Learn more about PTSD at NIMH or VA.gov. Use #NationalPTSDAwarenessDay to share on social media. \nNATIONAL PTSD AWARENESS DAY HISTORY\nThe United States Senate established PTSD Awareness Day in 2010 following then-Sen. Kent Conrad’s efforts to designate a day of awareness as a tribute to Army Staff Sgt. Joe Biel of the North Dakota National Guard. Biel suffered from PTSD and took his life in April 2007 after returning to North Dakota following his second tour of duty in the Iraq War. \nBiel’s birthday\, June 27th\, was chosen to mark PTSD Awareness Day and honor his memory. \nSource: National Day Calendar
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CATEGORIES:Learning
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SUMMARY:Fathers Day
DESCRIPTION:On the third Sunday in June\, Father’s Day honors the role fathers play in the family structure and society. The day recognizes not just fathers\, but the father figures in our lives. These are the men we look up to who set solid examples for us and guide us throughout our lives. \n#FathersDay\nMany families dedicate the day to their fathers and grandfathers. Whether they are first-time fathers just learning to change a diaper\, or experienced fathers offering sage advice\, the day celebrates everything a father is. Fathers from family to family play a variety of roles. They may be a caregiver\, provider\, or advisor. Some fathers are the strong\, silent types. And yet others tell us stories for days. Fathers teach\, guiding small hands as they hammer a nail or sail a kite. \nWe only look up to our fathers for so long. At some point\, we begin to see things a little differently. But that’s not when we stop looking up to them. It’s at that point\, we turn and look forward together. \nSTN Inspirational Quotes To Keep You Inspired in 2021
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CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Special Audience
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth | June 19
DESCRIPTION:JUNETEENTH | JUNE 19\nEach year Juneteenth (June 19th) commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. The celebration takes place each year on June 19th\, recognizing an event that took place in Texas in 1865. \n#Juneteenth\nThe story of Juneteenth begins in Texas when Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston on June 19\, 1865\, with an announcement. As the community listened to the reading of General Orders\, Number 3\, the people of Galveston learned for the first time that the Civil War was over. After more than a century of slavery and years of war\, it was official. All slaves were now freedmen. \nCelebrating Juneteenth
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CATEGORIES:Community,Featured
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260616
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SUMMARY:National Smile Power Day
DESCRIPTION:On June 15th each year\, National Smile Power Day shares one powerful expression. \n#SmilePowerDay\nFrom the good morning greeting and the first “How may I help you?” present yourself with a smile. No matter where you are employed\, job seeking\, retired\, or looking for new horizons starting the day with a smile is certainly more empowering than a pout or grump. Starting with a smile first is easier than trying to get there later in the day. \nWhen you smile at someone\, you are telling them that they are valued and worth the smile that you just gave them. Smiles are morale boosters and confidence builders. \nResearch has proven that smiling really does increase attractiveness and likability among humans. Smiling creates greater trust and increased interpersonal cooperation. Smiling at someone can help them to relax and relieve their stress while at the same time\, it will make you feel at ease\, too. Even if you do not feel like it\, smiling will lift your mood and can make you a happier person. \nHOW TO OBSERVE SMILE POWER DAY\nChallenge yourself to smile more often today. Use a smile to disarm a tense situation\, or simply smile during your daily tasks. Are you having trouble smiling? \nTips to Help You Smile\n\nThink of a few happy moments that automatically generate a smile for you. You know\, those moments where you belly laughed until your stomach hurts or a time when you were so pleased with yourself your face hurt from smiling. Keep those memories handy and use them to help you smile more often.\nSave a couple of short jokes that are just so silly you can’t help but smile. Tell them to others\, too. The best ones are simple children’s jokes or riddles that play on words.\nLearn Spoonerisms. This fun way of swapping letters in two words in a phrase to make new words make people stop and think. And then they smile and so will you! An example of a Spoonerism is instead of ordering peas and carrots at a restaurant you say\, “I’ll have the keys and parrots.”\nMake a list of the things you’re grateful for. Which ones make you smile? Keep the list handy and refer to it often. Add to it and feel your smiles add up.\n\nUse #SmilePowerDay on social media. \nSource Link
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