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Share your favorite poetry. RANDOM ACTS OF POETRY DAY Random Acts of Poetry Day on the first Wednesday in October encourages outbursts of poetry. The day for poets and poet wannabes spreads random poetry through art, the written word, and voice. It seems that since the beginning of time, people throughout the world have been expressing themselves through poetry. Known ...
National Body Language Day celebrates the powerful role of nonverbal communication in our daily lives. This special day highlights how our gestures, expressions, and movements can convey thoughts and emotions without a single word. It’s a reminder that understanding body language helps us connect more deeply with others, making interactions smoother and more meaningful. The day emphasizes the importance of ...
National Inner Beauty Day, celebrated each year on October 7, illuminates the true essence of beauty beyond the physical. This day underscores the importance of recognizing and cherishing the beauty that comes from within each of us—our kindness, creativity, strength, and more. It’s a powerful reminder that true beauty isn’t about external appearances but the unique qualities that define us. ...
Take a moment to consider what your life might be like if you conquered some of your greatest fears. What would you do differently? National Face Your Fears Day gives you the chance to stand up to your fears, overcome them, and to seize the day. How to Celebrate National Face Your Fears Day Conquer the world by conquering the ...
Fire Prevention Day occurs every October and exists to raise awareness of practices that can help prevent these disasters and to recognize the work of the firefighters who relieve them. The United States has one of the highest fire death rates in the world, resulting in approximately 5000 deaths every year, and a further 25,000 injuries, highlighting just how important ...
The last time a global survey of homelessness was attempted by the United Nations (in 2005), statistics showed that homelessness is on the rise. In fact, it was estimated that more than 100 million people worldwide are homeless, and at least 1.5 billion people lacked housing that was adequate. It is with this in mind that World Homeless Day is ...
National Grouch Day on October 15 sends out notices to all the grouches of the world to be their truest grouch. If you are a grouch, today is your special day. According to Sesame Street Magazine, the day celebrates all grouches and their way of life. Sometimes grumps give backhanded compliments. "Your house looked horrible until you painted it." Other ...
National Food Bank Week during the second week of October is not only a week long food drive but a time to bring awareness to the narrow line between a full cupboard and empty one. It also honors the volunteers, donors, and the inspiring folks who make food banks possible. Please share local food resources in your areas. FOOD PANTRIES ...
Every year on the third Friday in October, National Mammography Day joins in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month to remind all women their best defense is early detection. #NationalMammographyDay Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States according to the CDC. That's why a mammogram can detect a problem before there is any outward physical sign. The CDC statistics also ...
Share your favorite ways to enjoy an apple! National Apple Day falls on October 21 on the National Day Calendar as a day to celebrate all things apple! This food holiday is dedicated to promoting the rich cultural and historical significance of apples, as well as the importance of orchards and apple-related products in agriculture and heritage. #NATIONALAPPLEDAY In 1990, ...
National Frankenstein Friday, on the last Friday in October, recognizes author Mary Shelly, the novel Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus, her characters, Dr. Frankenstein and the monster. Dating back to the 1800s, Frankenstein's monster is one of the best-known horror characters of all time. The novel by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (1797-1851) tells the story of a young scientist, Victor Frankenstein. While she ...
October 28th sets aside National First Responders Day to honor the men and women who act quickly when an emergency is at hand. #NationalFirstRespondersDay First responders dedicate their lives to save lives. They are the people who run toward a crisis while the rest of the world flees. According to the Department of Homeland Security, 4.6 million career and volunteer ...
National Cat Day on October 29th is the purrfect day to give extra attention to your feline friends. Cats make excellent companions. They rarely miss you, but when they do, you sure know it. Awareness days such as this one urge pet lovers to adopt from a local shelter. The day also reminds us that neutering and spaying our furry ...
What’s your favorite sports team and sport? How can sports help improve our mental health? https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/benefits-of-sports-for-mental-health
