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SUMMARY:The Lyons
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Playhouse presents The Lyons March 20-29\, 2026 at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location. \nBen Lyons is dying. When his wife\, Rita\, and grown children gather to say goodbye\, they learn that\, despite being a family\, each of them is utterly isolated\, afraid of closeness\, and afraid of solitude. They are propelled into foreign territory – human connection. \nShowtimes are: \nFriday\, March 20 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, March 21 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, March 22 – 2:30pm\nFriday\, March 27 – 7:30pm\nSaturday\, March 28 – 7:30pm\nSunday\, March 29 – 2:30pm \nTickets may be purchased on the Experience Your Arts website or in-person at the DeYor Performing Arts Center Box Office Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. Ticket sales will be available 1 hour prior to performances at The Youngstown Playhouse downtown location.
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LOCATION:Youngstown Playhouse Downtown\, 220 W. Boardman St.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
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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
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-lets-laugh-day/
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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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
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/world-social-work-day/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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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: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T180500
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Dubuque Fighting Saints at the Covelli Centre on Friday\, March 13 (Billet/Parent Night) at 7:05pm; and Saturday\, March 14 (St. Patrick’s Day Game) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets\, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/youngstown-phantoms-vs-dubuque-fighting-saints-7/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Fall Sports,Family-Friendly,Phantoms Hockey,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T193000
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SUMMARY:Sinatra & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra presents Sinatra & Beyond on Friday\, March 13 at 7:30pm at Stambaugh Auditorium. Pianist and vocalist Tony Desare joins the orchestra for a swinging salute to “Ol’ Blue Eyes.” Audiences will delight in timeless favorites including “Come Fly with Me\,” “I’ve Got the World on a String\,” and “My Way.” \nFor ticket information\, visit the Experience Your Arts website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/sinatra-beyond/
LOCATION:Stambaugh Auditorium\, 1000 Fifth Ave.\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Event,Events,Youngstown Symphony
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Dubuque Fighting Saints at the Covelli Centre on Friday\, March 13 (Billet/Parent Night) at 7:05pm; and Saturday\, March 14 (St. Patrick’s Day Game) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets\, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/youngstown-phantoms-vs-dubuque-fighting-saints-6/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Fall Sports,Family-Friendly,Phantoms Hockey,Sports
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
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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
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/good-samaritan-day/
CATEGORIES:Community
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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
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-k9-veterans-day/
CATEGORIES:Military,Pets
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T173000
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought Book Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Lit Youngstown’s Food for Thought book discussion group will meet at 5:30pm the second Thursday of each month at Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers. The series\, sponsored by the Raymond J. Wean Foundation\, will run September 2025 through May 2026. \nThis year’s titles include a script for the stage\, a memoir by a celebrated New Yorker cartoonist\, science fiction\, novels by an Iranian immigrant and Native American writers\, and a book about the changing journalism landscape that includes a chapter on the Youngstown Vindicator. \nThey include: \nOctober (journalism) Ghosting the News by Margaret Sullivan \nNovember (graphic memoir) Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant? by Roz Chast \nDecember (drama) Passion Play by Sarah Ruhl \nJanuary (speculative fiction) Bewilderment by Richard Powers \nFebruary (memoir) There’s Always This Year by Hanif Abdurraqib \nMarch (novel) Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar \nApril (novel) Perma Red by Debra Magpie Earling \nMay (novel) State of Wonder by Ann Patchett \nLit Youngstown is a literary arts nonprofit with programs for writers\, readers\, and those who love a good story. More information is available at www.LitYoungstown.org.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/food-for-thought-book-discussion-7/
LOCATION:Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers\, 126 E. Rayen Ave.\, Youngstown\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Free Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260311
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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.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/national-promposal-day/
CATEGORIES:Children
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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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CATEGORIES:Food,Learning
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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;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T190000
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SUMMARY:Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party
DESCRIPTION:Comedy superstar Bert Kreischer brings his Permission to Party World Tour to the Covelli Centre on Sunday\, March 8\, 2026 at 7:00pm. \nTickets will be available on Tickemaster.com. Ticket Prices: $125.00\, $95.00\, $85.00\, $75.00\, $65.00\, $55.00\, $45.00\, $35.00\, $25.00.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/bert-kreischer-permission-to-party/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309
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SUMMARY:International Womens Day
DESCRIPTION:International Women’s Day on March 8th each year celebrates the social\, economic\, and political achievements of women around the world. The day also brings international awareness to gender parity. According to the World Economic Forum\, global gender equality is estimated to be achieved by 2133. \n\n\n \n#InternationalWomensDay \nGender equality is equal access to the same rights and opportunities regardless of gender. These rights and opportunities include: \n\nhealthcare\neducation\nemployment / economic gain\npay\nprotection under the law\nright to vote\nfree from violence\n\nStriving for Change\nHolding Political Office\nJust over 100 years ago\, only .2 % of the United States Congress consisted of women. Actually\, the 65th Congress was comprised of a single woman. In 1916\, Montana elected Republican Jeannette Rankin as the first Congresswoman to hold a federal office. Fast forward to the year 2020 and women hold 23.7% of the U.S. Congressional seats. While that might seem like progress\, according to United Nations statistics\, the U.S. percentage matches exactly the worldwide average for women in political office. \nEducation\nIn many parts of the world\, women are less likely to own land\, a business\, or attend school. Education alone is a powerful tool leading to financial independence for women. Their children reap the rewards\, often for generations to come. Additionally\, when the women of a community prosper\, so does the community. Educated women and girls are more likely to educate their offspring. They also have a better understanding of healthcare and understand their rights. \nEqual Pay\nAccording to the United Nations\, more than half of the world’s poorest people are women. International Women’s Day strives to bring economic power to women who are not allowed to work for pay or work for low wages. And despite strides in industrialized countries\, there is still work to do there\, too. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY \nAround the world\, organizations\, communities\, and individuals organize events focused on the mission of gender parity\, celebrating the achievements of women worldwide and education. \n\nAttend a lecture\, seminar\, or festival.\nOrganize an event.\nSpeak or perform at a local fundraiser.\nParticipate in a march for women’s equal rights.\nLearn about the women who paved the way for many of the rights and freedoms we have today.\nBecome involved in your local\, state\, or national political system.\nInvite others to join you\, including other women\, sons\, brothers\, sisters\, and daughters.\nShare your job skills at a local career fair.\nCelebrate all month long. It is also National Women’s History Month.\nUse #InternationalWomensDay when posting on Social Media.\n\nINTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY HISTORY\nInternational Women’s Day origins can be traced back to the early 1900s when women became more politically active. They took an invested and vocal role in steering their course toward voting rights\, fair pay\, improved working conditions\, and representation under the law. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T180500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T180500
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Madison Capitols
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Madison Capitols at the Covelli Centre on Thursday\, March 5 at 7:05pm; Friday\, March 6 at 7:05pm; and Saturday\, March 7 (Season Ticket Holder Night) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets\, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/youngstown-phantoms-vs-madison-capitols-8/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Fall Sports,Family-Friendly,Phantoms Hockey,Sports
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T170000
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SUMMARY:National Play Outside Day
DESCRIPTION:If it’s the first Saturday of the month\, it’s National Play Outside Day. So\, no matter what month it is\, everyone put down their electronic devices and get outside! \n#PlayOutsideDay\nAll year long\, we are given numerous opportunities to get outside and play. But sometimes\, life\, responsibilities\, and distractions keep us from spending time in the fresh air as we should. National Play Outside Day is a reminder to stretch our legs and expend some energy in the great outdoors. \n\n\n \nBenefits of Outdoor Play\nWhy is playing outside so good for us? Besides getting us off the sofa or away from the desk\, it also gives us an opportunity to explore our neighborhoods. While it’s impossible to list all the benefits of outdoor play\, we do have a few to share. \n\nPlaying outdoors is a freeing activity. It frees us from routines\, enclosed spaces\, and frames of mind.\nThe outdoors fills us with energy. Whether it’s the fresh air\, sunshine\, or physical activity\, we perk up and become motivated to accomplish things.\nIt clears the cobwebs from our brains. We sometimes get stuck on a topic\, project\, or issue and are unable to resolve it. A change of scene often brings clarity we didn’t have before.\nOutdoor play provides terrific physical activity for our bodies. Our hearts pump fresh oxygen to our limbs and brains.\nWe experience new sights and sounds. Children get to experience the world around them.\nAs a social activity\, playing outside encourages positive interactions.\nWhen you play outside every month\, it becomes habit-forming – and this is one good habit to have!\nIt stimulates the imagination. Outdoor play almost has no boundaries. Your yard can be a kingdom or the playground can be a mountain to scale.\n\nWe’ve only scratched the surface of the benefits of outdoor play. There are so many more! So\, be sure to get outside with the family on the first Saturday of every month – or even more often than that! \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL PLAY OUTSIDE DAY\nWe know the seasons change\, so what we were able to do outside last month will be different this month. However\, that shouldn’t stop you from celebrating the day. This is your monthly reminder that it’s time to get outside and play. We have suggestions for every season that we’re sure you’ll enjoy! \n\nExplore hiking trails near you.\nVisit the local swimming pool or even take swimming lessons.\nCheck out every park in your neighborhood and climb\, slide or swing on every playground set.\nStart a game of catch\, kickball\, tag\, or Frisbee or make up a game.\nGo to the beach.\nRun through the sprinkler.\nGo camping.\nGo fishing.\nFly a kite.\nJump in a pile of leaves.\nBuild a fort – of leaves or snow or whatever is handy.\nWalk around the block.\nGo for a bike ride.\nBuild a snowperson.\nGo sledding.\nIdentify the constellations at night and look for meteors.\nVisit your favorite state or national park.\nCheck out these 9 Fun Winter Outdoor Activities.\n\nWhat’s your favorite way to play outside? Introduce some of the games you used to play to your children. Whatever you do\, be sure to get outside and play! Use #PlayOutsideDay to share on social media. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T190500
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Madison Capitols
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Madison Capitols at the Covelli Centre on Thursday\, March 5 at 7:05pm; Friday\, March 6 at 7:05pm; and Saturday\, March 7 (Season Ticket Holder Night) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets\, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/youngstown-phantoms-vs-madison-capitols-7/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Fall Sports,Family-Friendly,Phantoms Hockey,Sports
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SUMMARY:Dress in Blue Day
DESCRIPTION:In an effort to knock out one of the top cancers causing death\, National Dress in Blue Day on the first Friday in March encourages everyone to learn about the causes of colon cancer and raise awareness by wearing blue. \n\n\n \n#DressInBlueDay\nMuch like the pink ribbon represents those lost to breast cancer\, a blue star honors the memory of those lost to colon cancer. Continuing the blue theme on Dress in Blue Day\, awareness efforts provide support through fundraising for screening\, research\, and awareness education. \n\nScreenings are vital. Colon cancer often has no symptoms until its advanced stages placing its victims at higher risk if they wait until symptoms appear. Screenings are recommended beginning at age 50 and younger if you are at high risk.\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE DRESS IN BLUE DAY\n\nCheck your closet and wear something blue.\nFind out more about your risk factors.\nSchedule a screening if you are due.\nDonate.\nUse #DressInBlueDay to share on social media.\n\n\n\n \nNATIONAL DRESS IN BLUE DAY HISTORY\nIn 2006\, Anita Mitchell\, a stage IV colon cancer survivor\, founder of Colon Cancer Stars helped organize a day in her child’s school to raise colon cancer awareness called Wear Blue for Colon Cancer Awareness Day after losing her father and a friend to the disease. National Dress in Blue Day’s success as a local school program encouraged Anita to bring the idea to the Colon Cancer Alliance in 2009. From there\, this outstanding fundraiser developed into a nationwide program. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Philanthropy
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SUMMARY:National Employee Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:National Employee Appreciation Day on the first Friday in March each year focuses attention on employees in all industries. Employers across the country in business and organizations plan employee recognition and celebrations. Employee achievement and contributions are honored. \n\n\n \nEmployees are one of a company’s greatest assets. Recognition and appreciation are known as some of the key motivational factors in the workplace. An employer may show their gratitude for an employee’s efforts and contributions to the company’s goals in a variety of ways. Many organizations include employee appreciation as part of their business structure. It shows how much they value their employees and keeps morale high in the workplace. Employers who express employee appreciation tend to increase employee job satisfaction as well. \nWhile showing your employees how much you appreciate them\, ask them how they like to be thanked. Employers might find a consensus of three or four ways that might best serve your industry overall. It might also save some head-scratching too. Did you go over budget on an ice cream sundae bar last year when your team prefers discounted services to the local chiropractor? In the spirit of enthusiasm\, consider the nature of your business and how your employees celebrate\, too. \nWhile employees’ personalities differ\, most employees are goal-driven people. Earning an award\, a thank you\, or recognition motivates them to reach even higher goals to the benefit of any business or organization. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE #EmployeeAppreciationDay\n\nShow your employees that you value them.\n\nBe Flexible – Flexibility goes a long way in this virtual reality world. If possible within your industry\, allowing a little flexibility can reap huge benefits when you need last-minute work done.\nA Thank You Note – Believe it or not\, many employees appreciate a heartfelt\, hand-written thank you more than a slap on the back or a last-minute e-mail.\nTeam Effort Celebration – If the team pulled together and made it happen\, reward them with an office pizza party\, casual dress day\, or even close the office early so they can spend some well-earned time with family.\nGet Caught – Ensure the employee hears you telling someone else you thought they did a great job. Give the employee the credit they deserve. If they’re the best at something\, make sure a client knows it. It also sets the expectation of repeat performance.\nCreate a Culture of Encouragement – Employees who expand their horizons bring new skills to your workforce and will encourage others to do so\, too. Praise their achievements and encourage others to pursue their goals.\n\n\nShare your favorite way to be appreciated. Answer those employee surveys so your employer can take action to improve the workplace.\nIf you have employees\, be sure to show them some appreciation and use #EmployeeAppreciationDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190500
DTSTAMP:20260403T160455
CREATED:20251205T133839Z
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SUMMARY:Youngstown Phantoms vs. Madison Capitols
DESCRIPTION:The Youngstown Phantoms take on the Madison Capitols at the Covelli Centre on Thursday\, March 5 at 7:05pm; Friday\, March 6 at 7:05pm; and Saturday\, March 7 (Season Ticket Holder Night) at 6:05pm. Experience exciting USHL hockey. For tickets\, call 330-747-PUCK (7825) or visit the Youngstown Phantom’s website.
URL:https://spanningtheneed.com/event/youngstown-phantoms-vs-madison-capitols-6/
LOCATION:Covelli Centre\, 229 East Front Street\, Youngstown\, OH\, 44503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Youngstown,Event,Events,Fall Sports,Family-Friendly,Phantoms Hockey,Sports
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTSTAMP:20260403T160455
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SUMMARY:National Sons Day
DESCRIPTION:Every year on March 4th\, National Sons Day honors the sons of the world and those who raise them. The day also takes a look at a son’s role and his relationship with those around him. \nAround the world\, slightly more sons are born than daughters. Both bring joy to families\, though. Our rambunctious sons grow into adult men and forge their own independence in the world. Some are soft-spoken and gentle. Others with a spark of curiosity fill every hour with questions\, some unanswerable. \nParents and family members strive to mold them into a person better than we are. Sons\, like many children\, test the boundaries until one day\, they stand before us\, grown. National Sons Day encourages parents to be role models and provide the boundaries sons need. Celebrate their successes while guiding them through their failures. Give them a foundation of skills that they will rely on for a lifetime and pass on to their sons. \nEach day as a son and the parent of one is a treasure. Boys need us to model responsibility\, hard work\, and integrity. As they work and learn beside us\, those qualities will be instilled in them. The day reminds us of the value our sons bring to our lives and others. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE #NationalSonsDay\n\nConsider all the things you want your son to know and be when he’s an adult.\nTake the day to teach your son something you think is important for him to know. Change a tire or balance the checkbook. The small tasks\, the mundane ones are the ones that get in the way when we don’t know how to do them. Bond over the experience by letting him know you teach him these skills to clear a path for the bigger events in his life.\nJoin an organization for mentoring boys without male role models.\nFind a role model that fits the interests of your son.\nTeach your son something your father taught you.\nOffer to give a skills class at a school.\nMake the day unique by taking a photograph with all the sons together and share on social media using #NationalSonsDay.\n\n\n\n \nNATIONAL SONS DAY HISTORY\nIn 2018\, Jill Nico created National Sons Day celebrating the importance and significance of sons and those who raise them. While there’s no single reason for selecting March 4th\, the founder explains spring seemed ideal\, and the date resounds with momentum when spoken. Additionally\, many sons enjoy spring sports\, and it’s an excellent time to spend time outdoors. Visit the Facebook page to join in the celebration. \nIn the late 1990s\, an effort to create National Sons Day began as a counterpart to National Take Your Daughters to Work Day. By 1998\, the group called National Sons Day created National Take Your Sons to Work Day. In later years\, the separate observances joined forces. \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:National Hug a G.I. Day
DESCRIPTION:As the only day on the calendar that is mnemonically a military command\, March 4th recognizes National Hug a G.I. Day. \nGather around your servicemen and women to give them a hug. It’s simply a way to show your support. With either a pat on the back or a hearty handshake\, be sure to give both past and present G.I.s your appreciation. While G.I.s refer to Army personnel\, the day encompasses all those who have served in the military. So\, hug those Jarheads\, Wingnuts\, Squids\, and Coasties\, too! \nToday the term G.I. is fairly commonly known to refer to those serving in the Armed Forces of the United States of America. How that came to be is a little less military protocol and more the American story. \n\n\n \nIt seems at the turn of the 20th century\, G.I. was a notation used in supply records for galvanized iron. It was later used during World War I for German artillery shells made from galvanized iron. \nSometime during the war\, soldiers started interpreting the initials as “Government Issue” or “General Issue”. By the time World War II came around it was starting to gain meaning as the generic enlisted man. \nNot surprisingly\, sarcastic usage among many servicemen was common\, feeling they were just like any other Government Issued supply being mass-produced for Uncle Sam. \nAbout that time G.I. Joe was born. His creator\, comic strip artist\, and former Army Sergeant David Breger\, issued his first G.I. Joe cartoon series in Yank magazine on June 17\, 1942. \nThe term G.I. became more permanently etched in the American language when in 1944 President Franklin Roosevelt signed the bill that became known as the G.I. Bill; Servicemen’s Readjustment Act. \nAnd then there was no going back when Hasbro trademarked their G.I. Joe as an action figure in 1964. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE #HugAGIDay\n\nFind a G.I. you know and give them a hug.\nIs your G.I. too far away to give a hug? Send him or her a virtual one via text\, e-mail\, phone or even snail mail.\nShow your support for the military.\nUse #HugAGIDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Military
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SUMMARY:National I Want You to be Happy Day
DESCRIPTION:National I Want You to be Happy Day on March 3rd encourages us to do something that makes others happy. It also asks us to see others’ happiness from their point of view. Putting a smile on someone’s face tends to put one on ours\, too. \n\n\n \n\nHappiness is the highest form of health. ~ Dalai Lama\n\nGenuine happiness takes effort. While we’re not individually responsible for others’ happiness\, we do play a role in spreading joy and good cheer. One way to do that is to see happiness from another person’s perspective. Happiness doesn’t fit a mold. Everything from being a morning person or a night owl\, a favorite season and seafood can make or break a person’s general idea of happiness. A person’s overall journey through life gives them a unique outlook on happiness\, too. \nBeing happy may merely be about quality\, not quantity. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE #IWantYouToBeHappyDay\n\nStart the day with a happy thought and carry it with you throughout the day.\nMake someone smile. Give a flower or tell a silly knock-knock joke there.\nBuy the person’s coffee standing in line behind you.\nRemind your kids how much you love them.\nLeave a sticky note for a co-worker telling them to have a spectacular day\, a happy day.\nDraw a happy face in the snow for a stranger to come across later. Give someone a hug.\nConsider someone else’s happiness from their point of view.\nUse #IWantYouToBeHappyDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:National Read Across America Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, National Read Across America Day is celebrated on March 2nd\, the birthday of Dr. Seuss. The annual event is part of Read Across America\, an initiative on reading created by the National Education Association. Since the event is designed to encourage reading in children and is fostered through the schools\, when March 2nd lands on a weekend\, the day is observed on the closest school day. \n\n\n \n#ReadAcrossAmericaDay #DrSeussDay\nThis motivational and awareness day calls all children and youth in every community across the United States to celebrate reading. It encourages them to read where ever they are. Great ways to inspire reading in children include: \n\nKeep books everywhere you spend time. Put them in the car\, in every room of the house\, and tuck them in backpacks and purses. Make them easily accessible.\nVisit the library often. Knowing how to use the library and learning the benefits of a library fosters a love of reading as well as genuine respect for the services libraries provide.\nGet caught reading. Children imitate what they see the adults around them do. Whether they see you read a magazine\, newspaper\, or novel\, let them know reading is the cool thing to do.\nRead to your children. No matter their age\, reading aloud strengthens their vocabulary and language skills. It also opens up opportunities for discussion.\nHave your children read to you\, too. You never know what you might learn!\n\n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY\n\nPick up an interesting book and read it.\nMore importantly\, read with a child.\nJoin your library.\nAttend a book reading.\nRead a book you’ve been meaning to read.\nRead a book you’ve read before. You may discover that it has a new meaning to you since you last read it.\nTry reading aloud\, even if it is just to yourself. It will make great practice for reading to children. (Hint\, hint.)\nVisit the National Day Calendar® Classroom for ways to incorporate National Read Across America Day into your classroom.\nUse #ReadAcrossAmericaDay or #DrSeussDay to post on social media.\n\nFor adults\, here are a couple of recommendations for books: \n\nThe 3-Minute Rule by Brant Pinvidic.\nOpen Secrets of Success: The Gary Tharaldson Story by Patrick McCloskey\n\nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Peanut Butter Lovers Day
DESCRIPTION:March 1st was made for National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day. Ah\, peanut butter. One day is not enough to recognize peanut butter. The goober has been paired\, blended\, and added with many tasty results! \n#PeanutButterLoversDay\nThe creamy\, nutty goodness known as peanut butter is so amazingly delicious that when we pair it with creamy and dreamy chocolate\, we almost have bacon. \nWe digress. Another great love is peanut butter ice cream. Blended smooth with a few chopped nuts and a drizzle of peanut butter syrup is a peanut butter lover’s dream come true. \nThe slang term for peanut butter in World War II was “monkey butter.” \nA monkey visited the lab at Kellogg’s one day and dipped his banana in a jar of peanut butter\, and he’s been ape over the combination ever since. Actually\, banana slices with peanut butter sandwiched between them and dipped in chocolate make a terrific snack. \nPeanut butter and bananas were a combination even fit for a king. Elvis Presley loved a peanut butter and banana sandwich or two. \n\n\n \nThen peanut butter got its passport and traveled the world. It paired up with some shrimp and got a little saucy. The result is a Thai peanut butter shrimp that is so yummy it had to be true love. \nThings heated up a little when peanut butter jumped into the stew pot to sweat it out with a spring chick seasoned with some cayenne. African Chicken Peanut Stew tastes better than ever. \nOne of the best times peanut butter has ever had is with marshmallows. Fudge enjoys a satisfying dessert status to be envied. \nFun Peanut Butter Facts:\n\nIt takes about 540 peanuts to make a 12-ounce jar of peanut butter.\nC.H. Sumner first sold peanut butter in the United States at the Universal Exposition in St. Louis.  He sold $705.11 of the “new treat” at his concession stand.\nReese’s Peanut Butter Cup was introduced to America in 1928.\nThe oldest operating manufacturer and seller of peanut butter has been selling peanut butter since 1898.\nMr. Ed TV’s used peanut butter as a secret ingredient to get a horse talking.\nAmericans spend almost $800 million a year on peanut butter.\nJanuary 24th is National Peanut Butter Day.\n\n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE PEANUT BUTTER LOVER’S DAY\n\nFall in love with some peanut butter or a new peanut butter combination.\nTry peanut butter and apples.\nOr maybe fried peaches and peanut butter.\nTry one of the recipes above.\nOr how about peanut butter and bacon.\nShare your favorite peanut butter combos.\nUse #PeanutButterLoversDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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