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SUMMARY:Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:MEMORIAL DAY\nEach year in the United States\, Americans observe the Federal holiday\, Memorial Day\, the last Monday in May. It honors and remembers all men and women who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Memorial Day is also a day to remember all loved ones who have passed away. \n#MemorialDay\nTraditionally on Memorial Day\, the flag of the United States of America is raised briskly to the top of the staff then solemnly lowered to the half-staff position where it remains until noon. At noon\, it is then raised to full-staff for the remainder of the day. \nWhen the flag is at half-staff\, the position is in remembrance of the more than one million men and women who gave their lives for their country. Raising the flag at noon signifies the nation lives\, that the country is resolved not to let their sacrifice be in vain but to rise up in their honor and continue to fight for liberty and justice for all. \nIn the United States\, Memorial Day also traditionally marks the beginning of summer. \nHOW TO OBSERVE Memorial Day\nAttend Memorial Day services in your community. In your own way\, pay tribute in remembrance of service members who have died while serving. Visit a veterans’ cemetery to honor those who’ve impacted your life. Use #MemorialDay to post on social media.
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SUMMARY:National Smile Day
DESCRIPTION:On May 31st\, National Smile Day encourages everyone to wear their best smile! \n#NationalSmileDay\nThe first recorded smile on record took place on 126 B.C. Okay\, we made that up. But did you smile? Joking aside\, we generate a smile when funny things happen or find pleasure in the things we do. Someone we love or enjoy spending time with may be the cause of a grin or beaming look of joy. \nSmiles are powerful! They not only create engagement between two people but the more a person smiles\, the healthier their brain can be. Smiling has a direct link to our brain and can help to reduce stress. \nThere is so much a smile can do. Just one smile can brighten someone’s day. It can also improve your day. Smiles are infectious. A healthy smile can develop confidence and generate a new outlook on the world. \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL SMILE DAY\nShare your smile and how a smile improves your day.  Use #NationalSmileDay to share on social media. \nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Game Show Day
DESCRIPTION:Today is June 1 and National Game Show Day on the National Day Calendar and we are celebrating all timeless game shows\, past and present. National Game Show Day honors one of the oldest and most cherished genres of TV. \n#NATIONALGAMESHOWDAY\nGame Shows are watched by millions of Americans every single day and are a staple in most American homes. Viewers can engage by cheering contestants on and playing along from home. National Game Show Day honors vintage and current game shows\, their hosts\, and the fans of yesterday and today. \nGame shows are a specific genre of television where contestants compete\, answer questions\, or solve puzzles to win prizes. Prizes consist of cash\, trips\, and some of the most popular consumer products\, including electronics\, cars\, and appliances. \nThe first TV game show in the U.S. was Truth or Consequences\, which began in 1940 and was hosted by Ralph Edwards. The show consisted of contestants being asked to answer trivia questions correctly or face the consequences by performing a zany stunt. \nPick-A-Number\nOn National Game Show Day\, we thought it would be fun to find the most popular game shows of all time. Our top 8 answers are on the board: \n\nTo Tell the Truth (1956 – 1978; 1980 – 1981; 2000 – 2002; 2016 – Present)\nMatch Game (1962 – 1969; 1973 – 1982; ; 2016 – 2021)\nJeopardy! (1964 – 75; 1984 – Present)\nThe Price is Right (1972 – Present)\nWheel of Fortune (1975 – Present)\nThe Gong Show (1976 – 1978)\nFamily Feud (1976 – 1985\, 1988 – 1995; 1999 – Present)\nHollywood Squares (1966 – 1981)\n\nWhat is the longest running game show on television? The Price is Right originally aired on TV in 1956\, with Bill Cullen as the host. In 1972\, the show reintroduced a new host. Bob Barker became the face of The Price is Right and served as host for 35 years\, with Drew Carey taking over the reins in 2007. The Price is Right is the longest running game show in television history\, with Carey continuing as host today. \nCan I view vintage game shows? Yes! For 8 years BUZZR has been providing broadcasts of vintage game shows from the early 1940s to the late 2000s. The network’s iconic line-up includes Match Game\, Family Feud\, Press Your Luck\, and Supermarket Sweep. Beloved personalities that appear on BUZZR include Betty White\, Gene Rayburn\, Richard Dawson\, Pat Sajak\, and Monty Hall. \n#NATIONALGAMESHOWDAY CELEBRATION IDEAS\n\nPlay a vintage game show board game with family and friends.\nWatch your favorite game on the BUZZR network or one of the BUZZR streaming platforms.\nCatch special programming on BUZZR to win special prizes.\nFollow BUZZR social media platforms to play games\, interact\, and win contests.\nShare your love for game shows by tagging #NationalGameShowDay on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:Say Something Nice Day
DESCRIPTION:On National Say Something Nice Day we have an opportunity to make June 1st extra pleasant for everyone. \n#SaySomethingNiceDay\nThe purpose of this holiday is to counteract bullying and the lack of civility and common courtesy that is growing among people in today’s world. Hopefully\, the practice of saying something nice today will continue into all tomorrows. \nWhen we were young\, many of us often heard\, “If you can’t say something nice\, don’t say anything at all.” One of the many reasons our parents taught us that is because once we say those words\, we can’t take them back\, no matter how true we think they might be. We all know someone whose true nature is kinder than most. Perhaps we even wish we could emulate them more than we do. \n\n\n\nDo they pay compliments or do they follow this old saying? Perhaps a little of both. But there are a few other lessons we can learn from generally nice people. It’s more than saying nice things to others. They genuinely listen to others and tend to put others first. When they pay a compliment\, it isn’t usually practiced. Their sincerity is felt by the receiver. \nHOW TO OBSERVE SAY SOMETHING NICE DAY\nThink about the nicest person you know. Take a cue from them and put one of their better qualities into practice. Say something nice to or about someone. Bring a smile to someone’s face for the sheer joy of seeing them smile. Seek no reward other than knowing that someone’s day is better because a nice word was said. \nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Pen Pay Day
DESCRIPTION:Observed each year on June 1st\, National Pen Pal Day is a way to let your pen pals know how much they mean to you. The day is the perfect time to send special letters and gifts to your pen pals. \n#NationalPenPalDay\nA pen pal is someone with whom you correspond by writing letters\, sharing personal events and many times have never even met. There are many benefits to having pen pals\, too. \n\nPen pals offer us a broader view of the world.\nWe improve our writing skills.\nWriting letters also give us a break from technology.\nIf your pen pal speaks another language\, your correspondence expands each other’s language.\nHaving a pen pal promotes delayed gratification. Once we write a letter\, we have to wait to hear back from our pen pal.\n\nGenerations of letter writers have enjoyed having pen pals in their life. Some have been famous and others have created life-long friendships that began in childhood. \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PEN PAL DAY\nWhile discovering a new pen pal these days might seem daunting but we found two websites that might help you along. Check out Postcrossing and Worldwide Snail Mail Pen Pals on Facebook if you’re looking for a pen pal. Share your memories of having a pen pal or your experiences with one now. Someone you meet in your travels can always become a pen pal\, too. Use #NationalPenPalDay to post on social media. \nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Doughnut Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year on the first Friday in June\, people participate in National Doughnut or Donut Day\, celebrating the doughnut and honoring the Salvation Army Lassies. The Salvation Army Lassies are the women who served doughnuts to soldiers during WWI. \n#NationalDoughnutDay \nIn 1917\, the original “Salvation Army Doughnut” was first served by the ladies of the Salvation Army. It was during WWI that the Salvation Army Lassies went to the front lines of Europe. Home-cooked foods\, provided by these brave volunteers\, were a morale boost to the troops. \nThe doughnuts were often cooked in oil inside the metal helmets of American soldiers. American infantrymen were then commonly called “doughboys.” A more standard spelling of the word is “donut.” \nOn this day\, many bakeries and coffee shops in the United States offer doughnut deals to their customers. \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL DOUGHNUT DAY \nCelebrate the day by enjoying your favorite doughnut. There are many varieties of doughnuts to choose from\, too! Whether you prefer glazed or creme-filled\, holes\, or any number of deliciously made doughnuts\, get out there and support your local bakeries. Pick up a dozen to deliver to first responders\, a nursing station\, or your favorite charity. Use #NationalDonutDay or #NationalDoughnutDay when using social media. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Food
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SUMMARY:World Environment Day
DESCRIPTION:June 5\, every year is celebrated as World Environment Day or WED. The day is set aside to encourage awareness and action to protect the natural environment. It draws attention to environmental issues such as marine pollution\, air pollution\, deforestation\, and wildlife crime such as poaching. \n#Worldenvironmentday\nEach year\, WED has a new theme that major corporations\, communities\, governments\, and celebrities adopt to advocate environmental causes. \n“The world is a fine place and worth fighting for.” – Ernest Hemingway\n“The Earth is what we all have in common.” – Wendell Berry\n“One of the first conditions of happiness is that the link between man and nature shall not be broken.” – Leo Tolstoy \nHOW TO OBSERVE WORLD ENVIROMENT DAY \nOne of the activities of the day in some countries is to play or sing the Earth “Anthem” penned by poet Abhay K to celebrate the day. \nOur cosmic oasis\, cosmic blue pearl\nthe most beautiful planet in the universe\nall the continents and the oceans\nunited we stand as flora and fauna\nunited we stand as species of one earth\ndifferent cultures\, beliefs and ways\nwe are humans\, the earth is our home\nall the people and the nations of the world\nall for one and one for all\nunited we unfurl the blue flag. \nVisit the World Environment Day website. Go to https://worldenvironmentday.global/en to learn more about the day. \nFollow on social media with #WED\, or #Worldenvironmentday to see what others are doing around the world to mark the day \nPlan a tree-planting day in your neighborhood. Organize a neighborhood cleanup. \nSource Link 
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SUMMARY:D Day
DESCRIPTION:D-Day is June 6 on the National Day Calendar and we are honoring those who fought on the beaches of Normandy\, France. This historical day is a reminder of the day troops of Allied forces staged one of the most pivotal attacks against Germany during World War II. \n#DDay\nThe Battle of Normandy was executed under the codename Operation Overlord and became known as the beginning of the end of World War II. The Battle of Normandy was along a 50 mile stretch of beaches\, including Utah and Omaha Beach. While many explanations exist for the name\, one reason may be due to the military countdown. The countdown designated the day and hour of the assault. D represented Day and H represented Hour in the military. \nThe battle liberated Northern France. Britain\, the United States\, and Canada sent more than 160\,000 Allied troops under the leadership of General Dwight Eisenhower. The troops manned more than 5\,000 ships and 13\,000 aircraft the day of the initial landing. The invasion is considered one of the largest amphibious military assaults in history. An amphibious military operation requires the use of naval ships to project ground and air power at a designated landing beach. Due to the sheer numbers of troops\, ships\, and aircraft involved\, Operation Overlord required extensive planning. \nMessage to the troops of Normandy: “You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade\, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you.” \nDwight Eisenhower\, Supreme Allied Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force\, 1944 \n6 Interesting D-Day Facts\n\nAbout 150\,000 Allied troops successfully carried out their mission to storm the beaches of Normandy. Unfortunately\, nearly 10\,000 lives were lost on that day.\nThe Normandy invasion a vital turn in the war began to turn the tide in the war against the Nazis and was a huge blow to Hitler.\nThe Normandy Invasion is one of the most significant events of WWII.\nAllied forces consisted of troops from Australia\, Belgium\, Netherlands\, France\, Greece\, New Zealand\, Norway\, and Poland.\nOver 18\,000 Allied paratroopers were dropped into the invasion area.\nA few months before D-Day\, General Eisenhower threatened to quit due to being at odds with Winston Churchill over a controversial plan.\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE D-Day\nOn June 6th\, World War II museums\, memorials\, and ceremonies honor the Allied forces who landed along the 50 mile stretch of beaches in 1944. \n\nLearn more about the Battle of Normandy by exploring World War II museums.\nVisit the National D-Day Memorial to attend the D-Day Commemoration at the WWII Memorial.\nFly the American flag.\nVisit with a combat veteran and learn about their experiences.\nWatch Band of Brothers\, which is a true story of U.S. Army’s Easy Company\, 506th Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division.\nRead books about the Battle of Normandy or listen to a podcast such as:\n\nD-Day Girls: The Spies Who Armed the Resistance\, Sabotaged the Nazis\, and Helped Win World War II by Sarah Rose.\nThe Longest Day by Cornelius Ryan.\nNormandy ’44: D-Day and the Battle for France by James Holland.\nPegasus Bridge by Stephen E. Ambrose.\nThe Bedford Boys by Alex Kershaw.\nHistory Extra Podcast.\n\n\nShare your family stories and photos on social media and tag #DDay.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Military
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SUMMARY:World Caring Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year on June 7\, World Caring Day shines a spotlight on all the ways we connect and show each other we care. Afterall\, we should always take time to celebrate the millions of acts of caring we see. All acts of caring\, whether big or small\, are important. Caring is continuous and happens every day through compassion\, support\, kindness and understanding. \n#WorldCaringDay\nIn a world of many worries\, one of the easiest ways to show love is by caring. We all experience times of crisis\, illness or need. Sharing our journeys and becoming a part of a beautiful story in a segmented\, cynical world recognizes and celebrates the people who care. When we take the time to notice\, we see patience\, understanding\, kindness and encouragement from everyone around us. \nUse World Caring Day to remind others to take the opportunity and practice caring. Now more than ever\, we need to lean into caring for one another. Using this day as an opportunity to share your compassion shows genuine love and is a blessing. By sincerely asking how someone’s day went\, it shows that you care\, and can improve that person’s overall well-being. \nCaring Around the World\nCelebrating everyone as they share stories of caring recognizes and honors both those who care\, and those who are cared for. On June 7th\, we encourage everyone to rededicate themselves to recognizing\, sharing and participating in acts of caring by: \n\nAsking how someone is doing with intent and meaning. Asking someone how they are to find out what is going on in their lives shows you care.\nBeing mindful of the needs of others. Being alert and sensitive to what triggers your loved ones can help them navigate the shifts in their mood.\nReconnecting online to catch up with your friends and family living far away or with those you haven’t spoken to in a long time reopens relationships.\nMaking time for your loved ones. We know everyone gets busy but don’t become a stranger to your friends and family.\nWriting a note. You’ll be surprised by how big of an impact little notes of encouragement can have on the mood and well-being of others.\nSharing your story! Head over to www.worldcaringday.org and share your story of caring for a loved one through a challenging health journey. You can also read stories of others to feel inspired.\nJoining the conversation by spreading the word. Sharing acts of kindness will boost the World Caring Day\, especially when you use #WorldCaringDay on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:Nature Photograph Day
DESCRIPTION:The North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) along with millions of photographers and photography lovers across the nation observe Nature Photography Day on June 15th. Nature lovers and photographers alike celebrate this day with enthusiasm. They capture the breath-taking beauty all around us and encourage others to see the wonders of our natural Earth. \n#NaturePhotographyDay\nWhether they take photos of wildlife\, landscapes\, or both\, they do so with a sense of awe. It’s in the spirit of preservation of these wonders that NANPA created the celebration. Every image that inspires us to care for our surroundings and preserve them for future generations celebrates the day. \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY DAY\nExplore the world around you. Use your dedicated camera and/or the camera on your phone to take some photos of nature. Places to celebrate the day include: \n\nTake a guided tour through a local preserve.\nVisiting a botanical garden.\nGoing bird watching.\nVisiting a national park.\nWatching a sunset or sunrise.\nVisiting a lake\, river\, or the ocean.\n\nFor those looking for photography tips\, look no further. We have 13 ways to Get the Most From Your Digital Camera. What’s your favorite place for nature photography? Let us know using #NaturePhotographyDay on social media. \nBe sure to Tag us using #CelebrateEveryDay or #NationalDayCalendar so we will see the photos and images you share! \nSource Link
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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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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20220620T021311Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20220627T011732Z
CREATED:20220627T011421Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705
DTSTAMP:20220620T021153Z
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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:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20220807T022530Z
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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:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260814
DTSTAMP:20220814T172734Z
CREATED:20220814T172540Z
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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:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20230417T201104Z
CREATED:20230417T111154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T201104Z
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SUMMARY:National Ellis Island Family History Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year on April 17th\, National Ellis Island Family History Day encourages families to explore their ancestry and discover family who immigrated through Ellis Island. \n\n\n \n#EllisIslandFamilyHistoryDay\nFrom 1892 to 1924\, Ellis Island served as the busiest inspection station for millions of immigrants to the United States. On this day in 1907\, officials recorded 11\,747 names passing through Ellis Island. It was the busiest day of immigration in the station’s history. During all of 1907\, officials processed over one million immigrants through Ellis Island. \nDuring its operation\, approximately 12 million immigrants passed through the halls of Ellis Island. It operated from 1892 to 1954. Before Ellis Island\, immigrants entered the United States in New York City at Castle Garden. Just months before Ellis Island’s opening\, the old depot was demolished and ushered in a new era of immigration. The Statue of Liberty overlooks Ellis Island and was one of the first sights the nearly 2\,000 immigrants a day would see as they disembarked. \nThe new facilities offered an improvement over the Castle Garden. The large\, open\, and airy facility presented an overwhelming obstacle to some\, though. Thousands of people from many cultures and speaking different languages gathered in one place. After such a long journey\, the arrival at Ellis Island must have been stressful and confusing. What an overwhelming and exciting experience for them all! For some\, they entered Ellis Island as a step toward their future. Officials turned others away for a variety of reasons. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE ELLIS ISLAND FAMILY HISTORY DAY\nDo you have a family member who immigrated through Ellis Island? Explore your ancestry and follow your ancestors’ footsteps. Discover the history behind your family’s name or learn about their experiences as they traveled to a new land. Many documents reveal glimpses into their lives and their reasons for immigrating. \nThrough its website\, ellisisland.org\, you explore the histories of famous immigrants. You can also search passenger lists and follow the clues to your family’s past. While you research\, take a virtual tour or learn genealogy basics. Learn about these 7 Notable Ellis Island Immigrants and as you celebrate your day\, be sure to share your experience\, too. \nUse #EllisIslandFamilyHistoryDay to post on social media. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20230418T113712Z
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SUMMARY:National Animal Crackers Day
DESCRIPTION:National Animal Crackers Day on April 18th each year celebrates a childhood favorite. A box of these sweet animal-shaped crackers not only provided a delicious snack\, but they also offered a little entertainment\, too! \n\n\n \n#NationalAnimalCrackersDay\nThe celebration brings us back to our childhood memories and the many boxes of Animal Crackers we shared with our friends. Animal Crackers refer to a type of small cookie baked in the shape of circus or zoo animals\, such as a lion\, tiger\, bear or elephant. The most common variety is light-colored and slightly sweet. However\, makers also offer chocolate and frosted varieties\, too. Even though animal crackers are made with layered dough\, much like crackers\, they are sweet like cookies. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL ANIMAL CRACKER DAY\nIt’s a perfect day to celebrate that childhood memory again. Pick up some animal crackers at your local grocery store and share them with family and friends. \n\nMake your favorite dessert using animal crackers.\nThey’re great for dipping or adding to a fruit tray\, too. S\nhare your photos of your Animal Crackers Day celebration using #NationalAnimalCrackersDay.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20230418T113655Z
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SUMMARY:National Lineman Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:National Lineman Appreciation Day on April 18th honors the men and women who work around the clock to keep the power going.  If the power is on where you are reading this article\, you likely have a lineman to thank. \n\n\n \n#NationalLinemanAppreciationDay\nFrom the power plant\, the grid crisscrossing the country both above and underground\, and right up to the meters on our homes\, these men and women build and maintain the system that keeps our nation running. \nRegardless of the source\, the electricity has to be transported by employing transformers and other equipment. Due to the dangerous conditions power poses\, safety is of utmost importance for both the lineman and the consumer. \nWhen mother nature destroys what our linemen have built up\, they are on call to build it back up again as quickly as possible. These men and women work tirelessly to get emergency systems back in working order and urgently return service to remaining areas. \nEven when there is no crisis\, they work under dangerous conditions on a daily basis. Whether they are working in trenches\, near water\, or on high towers\, the risks are extreme. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL LINEMAN APPRECIATION DAY\n\nGive a shoutout on social media to linemen everywhere.\nYou can celebrate the day by thanking your local linemen.\nShare your experiences as a lineman.\nAttend a job fair and learn about the work linemen do.\nUse #NationalLinemanAppreciationDay and #thankalineman on Social Media\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
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SUMMARY:National Columnists Day
DESCRIPTION:National Columnists’ Day on April 18th honors all newspaper columnists and their contributions to the truth in black and white. \n\n\n \n#NationalColumnistsDay\nColumnists have the ability to inspire a plethora of emotions that often result in action. What many may not realize is that it is their intent.  If their readers are not moved by their column\, they have not done their job. \nWith their own flavor of humor or satire\, some columnists lighten the mood or play a role. Others strictly provide us with a different perspective\, hard facts and solid research. Whatever their style or approach\, each columnist’s hard work connects them to the world. \nWell-known columnists have certainly inspired ire and laughter at many a breakfast table. They poke fun and holes at political leaders while commenting on today’s gossip. Depending on their area of expertise\, they may also share a little bit of gossip. Whether it’s about fashion\, movies\, politics\, sports\, business or family matters\, columnists like Walter Winchell\, Molly Ivins\, Maureen Dowd\, William Safire\, Dave Barry and Ernie Pyle engaged readers with their wit and insight. Columnists spur debate and cause us to consider our positions. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL COLUMNISTS DAY\n\nCelebrate by acknowledging all the people who do the research and write the columns that we read on reading each day.\nShare your favorite columnist or newspaper writer with a shout-out.\nLearn about Ernie Pyle\, the war correspondent and newspaper columnist.\nJoin the conversation on social media using #NationalColumnistDay.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:News
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20230419T130746Z
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SUMMARY:Oklahoma City Bombing Commemoration Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, National Oklahoma City Bombing Commemoration Day on April 19th honors the memory of those killed in the Oklahoma City bombing on April 19\, 1995. The Oklahoma City bombing was a domestic terrorist bomb attack on the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in downtown Oklahoma City. It remained the most destructive act of terrorism on American soil until the September 11\, 2001\, attacks. The blast in Oklahoma City claimed the lives of 168 people\, including 19 children under the age of 6\, and injured more than 680 people. (https://www.history.com/topics/oklahoma-city-bombing) \n\n\n\n#OklahomaCityBombingCommemorationDay\n\n\n\nThe day serves as a day of remembrance for those who perished and for those who were injured. If you would like to learn more about this awful day in Oklahoma\, you can visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum website. \n\n\n\nThe day also honors all those who served and volunteered as part of the emergency response. Throughout the devastating event\, emergency response and humanitarian aid flooded in from around the country. Donations of medical supplies\, gear\, food\, water\, and equipment supported the rescue and recovery efforts. \n\n\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE OKLAHOMA CITY BOMBING COMMEMORATION DAY\n\n\n\n\nJoin the nation in 168 seconds of silence for the 168 people killed in the bombings.\n\n\n\nShow support for EMS and humanitarian volunteers.\n\n\n\nLearn more about the bombing\, the memorial\, and how Oklahoma City recovered in the aftermath.\n\n\n\nUse #OklahomaCityBombingCommemorationDay to post on social media.\n\n\n\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
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SUMMARY:National Hanging Out Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year on April 19th\, Project Laundry List works with hundreds of other organizations to sponsor National Hanging Out Day. This day encourages communities to learn about the benefits\, both financially and environmentally\, of using a clothesline for drying laundry. According to Project Laundry Lists’ website\, clothes dryers account for an astonishing six to ten percent of residential energy consumption. Hanging your clothes out to dry also includes all these other benefits:\n\n \n\n 	You will reduce your carbon footprint.\n \n 	You will save money.\n \n 	The fresh air and sunshine recharge our bodies in therapeutic ways.\n \n 	Clothes dried on a clothesline have a natural freshness.\n \n 	It encourages us to slow down.\n\n \n#NationalHangingOutDay\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL HANING OUT DAY\n \n\n 	Hang your freshly washed clothes out to dry.\n \n 	Install a clothesline.\n \n 	Try sleeping in sun and air-dried sheets—it’s amazingly refreshing!\n \n 	Share pictures of your clothes drying on the line.\n \n 	Post tips\, tools\, and tricks to hanging clothes.\n \n 	Join the conversation by using #NationalHangingOutDay on social media.\n \n 	While you’re waiting for the clothes to dry\, download and print the Hanging Out Day color page.\n\nSource Link\n\n \n\n 
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CATEGORIES:Lifestyle
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Recognition Day
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer Recognition Day is the annual celebration of those who selflessly benefit the lives of others. By providing a helping hand to those in need\, humans and animals alike\, we are all naturally working towards making the world a better place. \n\n\n \n#VolunteerRecognitionDay\nEvery single one of us has been benefited from the work of a volunteer and Volunteer Recognition Day acknowledges the beauty of this phenomenon. Every direction we turn\, we can do something outside of our daily list of requirements.  As you go about your day\, honor and thank those who go to the extra mile. \nHigh profile celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Bono have made a name beyond the stage for their work with various foundations. Although most of us are not millionaires\, their work goes to show that anyone can get their hands dirty\, step out of their comfort zone and lend a hand to those in need. \n\n\n\nA lot of times volunteering comes down finding a cause that moves you. For some people\, taking care of animals influences them\, whereas the human condition calls to others requiring they meet the needs of a few or many in their community or far and wide. With so many opportunities to offer love and support to those who won’t take it for granted\, it’s hard not to want to get involved! \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION DAY\nTake a moment to thank a volunteer in your life. \nEvaluate your current schedule and see where you can fit in time for volunteering. Pick a cause you’re passionate about! Whether it’s donating your money or often even more importantly\, your time\, there’s always something to be done. Don’t forget\, your skills are valuable to organizations\, too. Many volunteer organizations provide services to people who would otherwise go without if it weren’t for volunteers. So think of your specific skill set and consider who it might benefit if times are tough. \nHere are a few ideas to get you started: \n\ntax services to those who’ve fallen on hard times\nwig styling for someone undergoing chemo\ndental services for those who cannot afford dental insurance\nyard care for elderly or disabled\nsew quilts\, weighted blankets\, post-mastectomy drain bulb covers\, and many other projects to support those in need\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Community,Philanthropy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
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SUMMARY:National Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year on April 22nd\, National Earth Day campaigns around the globe promote ways to keep the Earth healthy and our planet livable. \n\n\n \n#NationalEarthDay\nSince its inception\, the organizers promote events educating the public about a variety of subjects including: \n\nclimate change\nair pollution\nwater pollution\nerosion\nrecycling\ncomposting\nrenewable fuels and power\ncarbon footprints\nefficient cars\nrain forests\necosystems\n\nAs citizens of the world\, we can take action to protect the Earth\, its creatures\, and its habitats. Greener living can include more fuel-efficient vehicles or windows. It can also include landscaping for your climate reducing the amount of water required. Numerous green campaigns launch events around the globe each year. Join one near you or organize one that fits your community’s needs. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL EARTH DAY\n\nSupport and use recycling programs in your community.\nVolunteer to clean up local parks and streets on clean-up days.\nSupport and frequent green businesses.\nUse re-usable products versus disposable.\nRepurpose items that have outworn their use.\nShop secondhand and thrift stores for gently used items.\nUse energy-efficient appliances or line dry your clothes.\nWalk or ride your bike to work if possible.\nCarpool or make one trip instead of multiple trips for shopping.\nEncourage your favorite products to reduce packaging.\nCheck out One Square Inch of Silence. Founded on Earth Day in 2005\, it encourages you to participate in expanding naturally silent spaces around the globe.\nShare your Earth Day experiences and join the conversation using #EarthDay on Social Media.\n\nThe ultimate test of man’s conscience may be his willingness to sacrifice something\ntoday for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard. ~ Gaylord Nelson – Founder of Earth Day \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260425
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SUMMARY:National Bucket List Day
DESCRIPTION:April 24 celebrates National Bucket List Day to remind us it’s never too late to set new goals\, go on a dream vacation\, and inspire people around you to enjoy life to the fullest. \n\n\n \n#NATIONALBUCKETLISTDAY\nBy definition\, a bucket list is a list of things a person would like to do\, but has never experienced before. Some people refer to them as milestones\, while other people refer to them as goals. Whatever you call them\, a bucket list is a list of things a person would like to accomplish before they die. \nWhat Is A Bucket List?\nA bucket list is the list you create to make the most out of life. It is a list of goals\, dreams\, and aspirations you would like to accomplish before you pass away. The basic meaning of a bucket list is to keep track of your goals by making yourself accountable to achieve all you want in life. The purpose of a bucket list is to encourage ourselves to accomplish goals within in a specific timeframe. \nOur time on earth is short. Very few of us pause to think about how we spend what time we have. Creating a bucket list can help you live your life to the fullest. It also gives you the opportunity to appreciate the life you have and reflect on the good things to come. \n\n\n \nBucket List Ideas\nA bucket list can be anything you want it to be. Your bucket list should reflect your interests. In fact\, we’re guessing there are no two lists alike. If you are a simple person\, create a bucket list that reflects the simple pleasures in life. If you gravitate towards extravagant things or love to travel\, your list will more than likely consist of ideas that require more of a financial investment. \nSimple Bucket List Ideas\n\nGraduating from high school or college.\nHaving children.\nBuying a home.\nBecoming a freelance photographer.\nParticipating in a painting club.\n\nExtravagant Bucket List Ideas\n\nGo on a cruise.\nVisit the Rainforest.\nVisit all the continents in the world.\nVisit historical landmarks across the country.\nRide a hot air balloon.\n\nTravel Bucket List\n\nTravel to Europe.\nSee the ancient Mayan ruins.\nVisit Egyptian tombs.\nTravel Route 66.\nVisit all the state parks in North America.\n\nFinding Gratitude\nLiving a life of gratitude is key to living a well-rounded life\, full of happiness and satisfaction. Gratitude allows you to find every day moments and turn them into long-term fulfillment. Completing items on your bucket list will help you realize the opportunity you have been given as you experience life-changing moments you thought might never happen. Enjoy the ride and show gratitude for the adventure you have in this life. \nENDLESS POSSIBILITIES\n\nBe brave and have some fun by learning to paint\, drive a race car\, skydive\, surf\, or jump off a cliff.\nSample local food and drink during your travels.\nCreate a bucket list with a friend that you both can enjoy.\nWatch the movie Bucket List\, staring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman.\nPay it forward with a bucket list that allows you to donate time to an orphanage\, local soup kitchen\, or food pantry.\nShare your videos and photos on social media from your bucket list adventures using #NationalBucketListDay.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:Stop Food Waste Day
DESCRIPTION:Food waste worldwide is an alarming issue. That is why on the last Wednesday in April\, Stop Food Waste Day raises awareness of the growing concern of food waste. \n\n\n \n#StopFoodWasteDay\nAccording to the USDA\, Americans waste between 30-40 percent of the food supply. That is near or more than the worldwide estimate of 1/3 of the world’s consumable waste. Additionally\, food waste occurs for many reasons all along the food chain. \n\nLack of workers to harvest\nQuality expectations\nWeather\nOverproduction\nFaulty equipment\nPoor planning\nOverbuying\nOver preparing\n\nThese are only a few reasons that add up to millions of tons of food waste. Stop Food Waste Day addresses all the factors and brings increased awareness to the world. The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization estimates that nearly half of food waste happens before it even reaches the consumer. So\, everyone along the food chain has a responsibility to help reduce it. That means\, from farm to table and everywhere in between\, we have work to do. Some of the solutions include: \n\nImproved weather forecasts\, so farmers know what to grow and when.\nImproved storage facilities so that distributers and markets can preserve food longer.\nReduced production where possible.\nAn improved understanding of food quality and a loosening of those standards.\nPreparing smaller meals.\nTeaching consumers how to use leftovers in soups\, casseroles\, and stir-fries.\nLearning how to preserve meals at home.\nBegin composting the incidental waste to improve home production and commercial production.\n\nFood waste is everyone’s problem\, whether we realize it or not. Join the movement to reduce food waste. Follow these tips for reducing food waste: \nAt home:\n\nPurchase and prepare only the amount of food you need to feed your family.\nDiscover new recipes that allow you to makeover leftovers.\nLearn how to preserve food.\nIf you buy in bulk\, consider donating excess to local shelters.\nUnderstand the use by and best by dates.\n\nIn your community or business:\n\nSpeak to your local grocers about changing their damaged fruit and vegetable policies. Those pristine-looking bins full of blemish-free fruits and vegetables shouldn’t be the standard anymore.\nShop farmer’s markets\, local food stands\, and food co-ops.\nCreate or participate in a donation program.\nPromote neighborhood composting.\nEducate your employees about best food practices.\nDevelop a partnership with area farmers and feed the animals.\n\n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE STOP FOOD WASTE DAY\n\nShare your tips and tricks to avoid food waste.\nTry a new recipe that repurposes leftovers.\nGive a shout-out to restaurants and businesses that use smart food practices.\nLearn more about food waste\, the causes\, and how to prevent it.\nWatch documentaries about food waste such as:\n\nJust Eat It\, directed by Grant Baldwin\nWasted! The Story of Food Waste\, directed by Nari Kye and Anna Chai\nExpired! Food Waste in America\, directed by Rebecca Richman Cohen\n\n\nRead about food waste in books like:\n\nThe Waste Not\, Want Not Cookbook by Cinda Chavich\nIn Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto by Michael Pollan\n\n\nJoin the conversation and use #StopFoodWasteDay on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Food
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SUMMARY:National Record Store Day
DESCRIPTION:On National Record Store Day\, owners\, employees\, and music lovers gather in the place that created a culture of its own. \n\n\n \n#NationalRecordStoreDay\nFrom vinyl to digital and back to vinyl again\, the brick and mortar store celebrates a love of not just the music\, but the art of jacket covers\, words\, and style. Through a variety of events\, record stores across the country and the world hold one day events and promotions. \nEven though independent record stores have dwindled in the last decade\, around 1\,400 still remain in operation in the United States. Most of those are operating in major metropolitan areas like New York City\, Chicago\, Los Angeles\, Minneapolis\, and Seattle. However\, other smaller metro areas also cater to vinyl and disc\, too. Think Duluth\, Fargo\, Des Moines\, and Terre Haute. They all have record stores full of classic albums waiting for you to discover your favorite cover. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL RECORD STORE DAY\n\nVisit your favorite record store online and give them a shoutout or buy a gift card to show your support.\nPlay your favorite vinyl record find.\nVisit www.recordstoreday.com to find a record store event near you.\nUse #NationalRecordStoreDay to share on social media.\n\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Independent Bookstore Day
DESCRIPTION:On the last Saturday in April\, Independent Bookstore Day brings together the celebration of classics\, entrepreneurship and the joy of browsing through aisles of books. \n\n\n \n#IndependentBookstoreDay\nMake your way down to your locally owned bookstore where the shop owner knows your interests. Chat with other bibliophiles over collections or discover a new favorite. Introduce nieces and nephews to your childhood favorites and let them wow you with their knowledge of the latest trilogies. Get lost in biographies or historical fiction while debating the value of a mint condition cookbook from the 1860s. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE DAY \nIndependent bookstores offer a peaceful place and a community often filled with local authors and voices who share stories. Visit your local independent bookstore and discover more for your imagination.  Use #IndependentBookstoreDay to share on social media. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Learning
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SUMMARY:First Ladies Day
DESCRIPTION:National First Ladies Day on the last Saturday in April honors all First Ladies of the United States and commemorates the founding of the First Lady upon President George Washington’s inauguration on April 30\, 1789. Martha Washington became First Lady of the United States that day. She and all those who followed in her footsteps have played in molding our nation. \n\n\n \n#FirstLadiesDay\nSince 1789\, a first lady has accompanied every president. Starting with Martha Washington\, who was born on June 2\, 1731\, first ladies have helped set a tone in the highest office of the land. Even the country’s only bachelor president\, James Buchannan\, required someone to act as hostess. Harriet Lane\, the president’s niece\, stepped into the role of the first lady. She presented a well-ordered White House with tact and grace. Lane isn’t the only relative to serve in the role of the first lady. Several other presidents held office as widowers requiring someone to step into the role as a de facto first lady\, too. \nWhile they aren’t elected\, many of them campaign alongside their spouse. Others have served as elected or appointed officials in many different capacities. First ladies have been teachers\, Girl Scouts\, educated\, and adventurous. \nMore First Lady Facts\nAnother first lady with a unique history is Abigail Adams. The first to live in the White House when John Adams was elected the 2nd President of the United States\, Adams was also the mother of another president – John Quincy Adams. First Lady Barbara Bush repeated that circumstance 176 years later when her son George W. Bush was elected. \nOnly two first ladies were born outside the United States – Melania Trump was the most recent. Do you know who the first was? \n\n\n \nTradition and Firsts\nWhile nearly every first lady since Martha Washington has been dedicated to a charitable cause\, Lady Bird Johnson made it a formal platform. Since then\, the country has come to expect the next first lady to continue the tradition. \nAbigail Fillmore was the first teacher to ascend to the role of the first lady. The most recent was Laura Bush. \nWhile there are many firsts in the world of first ladies\, two recent ones include the first African American and the first to earn a doctorate degree – Michele Obama and Dr. Jill Biden. \nFirst Lady Tragedy\nEight first ladies have become widows while living in the White House. The first was Anna Harrison. Notably\, she was also the grandmother of Benjamin Harrison\, the 23rd President. Of these eight\, four were the wives of presidents who were assassinated. Mary Lincoln\, Lucretia Garfield\, Ida McKinley\, and Jacqueline Kennedy fall into this tragic list. \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL FIRST LADIES DAY\n\nOn National First Ladies Day\, learn more about the women who’ve set tradition\, supported the president\, and become role models for many.\nRead memoirs\, tour museums\, and watch documentaries about the first ladies.\nHave you met a first lady or two? Share your experiences or how you think the first lady role will change over time.\nUse #FirstLadiesDay to share on social media.\nAre you looking for more facts? Read 7 Fascinating First Lady Facts to learn more.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Lifestyle
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