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SUMMARY:Global Love Day
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve been depressed lately about how the world’s been looking\, then there’s a day made just for you to feel better. It’s called Global Love Day! It’s a day about giving love to yourself and spreading love out into the world. Want to know what this day is all about? Curious about who started this awesome\, love-filled day? Read more below and find out about how Global Love Day got started and what you can do to take part in it!  \n\n\n\nHow to Celebrate Global Love Day\n\n\n\nThe Love Foundation offers many ways for you to express love! Check out a few of these to get started with: \n\n\n\nFocus on Love\n\n\n\nOne suggestion for commemorating this day is to just simply be love and let that be the focus of your awareness throughout the day. \n\n\n\nShare Some Love\n\n\n\nThe glorious thing about showing love and affection is that everyone has their way of doing so. Some people might prefer lavish and public displays of affection\, just like you’d see in a cheesy ’80s movie. They believe that their love is so enormous that it is impossible to contain\, and the only way to show it off is to release it loud and proud for all to see! \n\n\n\nConversely\, others might choose more modest\, private avenues to show their love. Whether it’s writing a poem\, something that could be part of the Art\, Essay\, and Poetry Invitational held alongside Global Love Day\, or simply cooking a delicious meal for your loved one; there are always ways to show that you care.  \n\n\n\nHost a Global Love Day Party\n\n\n\nAnother way to celebrate is to host a gathering and connect with your community. You can host a party with your friends\, volunteer for an hour at an orphanage\, visit a retirement center\, or donate items to a local shelter.  \n\n\n\nThese ideas are crucial to continuing the traditions that Global Love Day has fostered\, nurtured\, and released into the world around them. No matter how you choose to celebrate Global Love Day\, you can spread some of this yourself. \n\n\n\nAttend Global Love Day Events\n\n\n\nJoin in with community events\, help out those less fortunate\, donate your time to making the world a better place. No matter where you go in the world\, there is always someone who could do with a little bit of love to brighten your day.  \n\n\n\nPractice Self Care\n\n\n\nOf course\, pouring too much from your own cup may not be beneficial for you\, so if you feel the need to\, don’t be afraid to indulge in some proper self-care however you best see fit. Some will crack a bottle of wine and watch a soppy movie\, others will go for a run\, and some will spend all night playing video games. The fantastic thing is that there is no wrong answer. \n\n\n\nSo\, if you feel like you’re ready for love\, make sure to get involved with Global Love Day and share your affection for everyone\, including yourself\, with the rest of the world around you. 
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/global-love-day-3/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National Silence the Shame Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL SILENCE THE SHAME DAY – May 5 – National Day Calendar \n\n\n\nNATIONAL SILENCE THE SHAME DAY\n\n\n\nOn May 5th\, National Silence the Shame Day brings an opportunity to continue the conversation about mental health and wellness and erase the stigma associated with mental illness. \n\n\n\n#SilenceTheShameDay\n\n\n\nMental illness\, like any other health concern\, is diagnosed at different stages. It may have fewer symptoms from time to time and/or impact on our daily functioning. It is also important to know that mental illness is treatable and recovery is possible.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-silence-the-shame-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T110000
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SUMMARY:National Foster Care Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL FOSTER CARE DAY | First Tuesday in May – National Day Calendar \n\n\n\nNATIONAL FOSTER CARE DAY\n\n\n\nWe are raising our voices on the first Tuesday in May to celebrate National Foster Day and encourage everyone to wear blue in support for foster youth in the U.S. \n\n\n\n#FOSTERCAREBLUE\n\n\n\nAs we kick off Foster Care Month\, we are providing the platform to help repair a system that is plagued with shortages nationwide. National Foster Care Day shines a badly needed light on the foster care system. There is a nationwide shortage of foster parents. In addition\, stipends provided to foster care parents do no cover the essentials of a growing child. \n\n\n\n0:07 \n\n\n\n/ \n\n\n\n0:09 \n\n\n\nFEBRUARY 8\, 2025 | NATIONAL KITE FLYING DAY | NATIONAL BOY SCOUTS DAY | NATIONAL IOWA DAYFEBRUARY 8\, 2025 | NATIONAL KITE FLYING DAY | NATIONAL BOY SCOUTS DAY | NATIONAL IOWA DAY \n\n\n\nRead More \n\n\n\nEvery 2 minutes\, a new child is placed within the foster care system. Currently\, there are over 400\,000 children in the system at any given time. Many youth enter the foster care system with little to no belongings. Sadly\, many of these kids have also suffered the effects of abuse\, poverty\, neglect\, or even the death of their loved ones. The need for support services\, essential items\, and foster parents is high. Foster children have an uphill battle with startling statistics to overcome and need the support of our communities across the country. \n\n\n\nFoster Care Statistics\n\n\n\n\nAround 250\,00 children enter foster care each year.\n\n\n\nOnly 50% of youth in foster care graduate high school.\n\n\n\nFoster children suffer PTSD at more than twice the rate of U.S. war veterans.\n\n\n\nOne out of five foster children experience homelessness within 1 year of aging out of care.\n\n\n\nOne-third of young women in foster care are pregnant or parenting by the age of 17 or 18.\n\n\n\nMore than 70% of inmates incarcerated were in the foster care system at one point.\n\n\n\nStipends do not cover the essentials of a growing child.\n\n\n\n\nWhen you volunteer to become a court appointed special advocate or foster care parent you receive specialized training. You are not just providing a home for the child\, you are a representative providing a safe haven for abused and neglected children. \n\n\n\nNationwide\, there is a shortage of licensed foster homes. In the U.S. alone\, more than 100\,000 children waiting for a family to call home. Organizations like Ticket to Dream and Project Blue will help guide you on your journey to become a foster parent. Together\, you will make a difference to help foster children heal and grow to their full potential. \n\n\n\nRAISE AWARENESS\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer for your local foster care nonprofit to raise funding.\n\n\n\nOpen your hope to a foster child by becoming a foster parent.\n\n\n\nShare this page to increase awareness and interest in the foster care system.\n\n\n\nWear blue to show support for foster care youth.\n\n\n\nShare your stories about foster care using #FosterCareBlue on social media.\n\n\n\n\nNATIONAL FOSTER CARE DAY HISTORY\n\n\n\nNational Day Calendar in partnership with Ticket to Dream Foundation and the Project Blue\, collaborated to create National Foster Care Day. This National Day aims to increase awareness surrounding the needs of children in foster care\, the opportunities for volunteers\, and the benefits of improving the system.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-foster-care-day/
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SUMMARY:National Barrier Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL BARRIER AWARENESS DAY – May 7 – National Day Calendar
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-barrier-awareness-day-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:Let's WRAP For a Minute
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URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/lets-wrap-for-a-minute/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250509T110000
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SUMMARY:National Provider Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL PROVIDER APPRECIATION DAY | Friday before Mother’s Day
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-provider-appreciation-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T110000
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SUMMARY:National Dog Mom's Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL DOG MOM’S DAY | Second Saturday in May – National Day Calendar
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-dog-moms-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National Limerick Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL LIMERICK DAY – May 12 – National Day CalendarNATIONAL LIMERICK DAY \n\n\n\nObserved annually on May 12th\, National Limerick Day celebrates the birthday of English artist\, illustrator\, author\, and poet Edward Lear (May 12\, 1812 – Jan. 29\, 1888).  Lear is known mostly for his literary nonsense in poetry\, prose\, and limericks. \n\n\n\n#NationalLimerickDay\n\n\n\nThe day also celebrates the limerick poem. Limerick poems were popularized by Edward Lear’s book “Book of Nonsense” in 1846. A limerick is a very short\, humorous\, nonsense poem. Within a limerick\, there are five lines. The first two lines rhyme with the fifth line and the third and fourth line rhyme together. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFEBRUARY 8\, 2025 | NATIONAL KITE FLYING DAY | NATIONAL BOY SCOUTS DAY | NATIONAL IOWA DAYFEBRUARY 8\, 2025 | NATIONAL KITE FLYING DAY | NATIONAL BOY SCOUTS DAY | NATIONAL IOWA DAY \n\n\n\nRead More \n\n\n\nThe Limerick also has a particular rhythm which is officially described as anapestictrimeter.  \n\n\n\nTHERE WAS A YOUNG LADYBy Edward Lear \n\n\n\nThere was a Young Lady whose chinResembled the point of a pin;So she had it made sharp\, and purchased a harp\,And played several tunes with her chin. \n\n\n\nWhile Lear is credited with popularizing the Limerick\, the poetry style existed long before the publication of his book. Even so\, the Limerick celebrates fun turns of phrase\, rhythm\, and humor in short form. It also plays with words and peoples’ expectations. \n\n\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL LIMERICK DAY\n\n\n\nEnter a Limerick contest with a poem of your own. Read and share your favorite Limericks using #NationalLimerickDay to post on social media. If you don’t have a favorite\, try reading Looney Limericks compiled by Frank Jacobs. \n\n\n\nYou can also visit the National Day Calendar Classroom for projects to help you Celebrate Every Day! \n\n\n\nNATIONAL LIMERICK DAY HISTORY\n\n\n\nWithin our research\, we were unable to find the creator of this poetry day. However\, the day has been observed since at least 1984.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-limerick-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National Decency Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL DECENCY DAY – May 14 – National Day Calendar
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-decency-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T110000
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SUMMARY:Peace Officers Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY – May 15 – National Day Calendar
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/peace-officers-memorial-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National Do Something Good For Your Neighbor Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL DO SOMETHING GOOD FOR YOUR NEIGHBOR DAY – May 16 – National Day Calendar
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-do-something-good-for-your-neighbor-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National May Ray Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL MAY RAY DAY – May 19 – National Day Calendar \n\n\n\nMay 19 is the time of year National May Ray Day celebrates the bright sunshine\, warmer weather with just a slight breeze to cool your skin.  \n\n\n\n#NationalMayRayDay \n\n\n\nIf your name is Ray or May\, this is your chance to use your name as a way to get outdoors and soak up some sun. Afterall\, this spring holiday is all about getting out into the sunshine and soak up some rays.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-may-ray-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National Be a Millionaire Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL BE A MILLIONAIRE DAY | MAY 20 \n\n\n\nAnnually on May 20\, we celebrate National Be a Millionaire Day and wonder what it would be like to be a millionaire. \n\n\n\n#BeAMillionaireDay\n\n\n\nHave you ever imagined what it would be like to be a millionaire? If you have\, this holiday is for you. However\, imagining millions does no good if you can’t imagine how you would spend your millions. \n\n\n\nReview your spending habits. Find ways to spend less and save more. \n\n\n\nA million dollars today may not be what it used to be\, however\, having one million dollars in your bank account is still a major financial success. Today\, you can start taking steps to turn your dreams into a reality. A good start is planning for your future: \n\n\n\nStart a savings account.  If you have an existing savings account\, review it to make sure you are earning the maximum interest available. Increase the deposits into your savings account. \n\n\n\nReview your financial portfolio with a trusted expert. \n\n\n\nReview your investments. Look at ways of improving your investments. \n\n\n\nAdd to your 401K. If you do not have one\, start one. \n\n\n\nPay off your credit card.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-be-a-millionaire-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250521T110000
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SUMMARY:National Juice Slush Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL JUICE SLUSH DAY | Third Wednesday in May – National Day Calendar \n\n\n\nNATIONAL JUICE SLUSH DAY | Third WEDNESDAY IN MAY\n\n\n\nOn the third Wednesday in May\, National Juice Slush Day celebrates the icy delight that has come to be known as frozen juice slush. \n\n\n\n#NationalJuiceSlushDay\n\n\n\nA juice slush is an ice-based drink comprising of 100% fruit juice. As a frozen drink\, basic flavors of strawberry\, lime\, grape and cherry seem to be the most common available. But\, you can savor just about any flavor of juice you can get your hands on during National Juice Slush Day! \n\n\n\nHistorically\, Royal courts from ages past used to bring down freshly fallen snow from mountain tops and spread crushed berries and mashed fruit on top. Little has changed. Billions of servings later the refreshing taste of icy fruit slush still thrills all ages\, especially on National Juice Slush Day. \n\n\n\nCommercially\, the first slushy drink can be traced to a man by the name of Omar Knedlik. In the 1950s\, after using parts from an automobile air conditioner\, Knedlik built a rudimentary frozen beverage machine. As a result\, the first slushies in the late 1950s and early 1960s were made by supercooling.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-juice-slush-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:What I Wanted to Be When I Grew Up
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URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/what-i-wanted-to-be-when-i-grew-up/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National Don't Fry Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL DON’T FRY DAY | Friday Before Memorial Day – National Day Calendar \n\n\n\nNATIONAL DON’T FRY DAY \n\n\n\nEach year on the Friday before Memorial Day\, National Don’t Fry Day aims to raise awareness of all the risks of overexposure to the sun.  It is important for everyone to remember to use sun protection and sun safety practices. \n\n\n\n#DontFryDay\n\n\n\nUnfortunately\, skin cancer is increasing in the United States\, and the American Cancer Society estimates that one American dies every hour from skin cancer.  The risk for ultraviolet (UV) damage to the skin increases as we spend more time enjoying the outdoors now that warmer weather is upon us. We need to take precautions when we are outside in the sun.  Using a good sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher\, wearing sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat are a few ways to get started with sun safety.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-dont-fry-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National Paper Airplane Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL PAPER AIRPLANE DAY | May 26 – National Day Calendar \n\n\n\nOn May 26th each year\, National Paper Airplane Day honors the simple aeronautical toy that has been around for thousands of years. \n\n\n\n#PaperAirplaneDay\n\n\n\nNational Paper Airplane Day provides an excuse to play! This inexpensive\, healthy\, and stimulating form of entertainment brings lots of joy\, too. In other words\, put down your smartphones and get outside for some primitive fun!
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-paper-airplane-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:MEMORIAL DAY – May 27\, 2024 – National Day Calendar \n\n\n\nMEMORIAL DAY\n\n\n\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\n\n\n#MemorialDay\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\nIn the United States\, Memorial Day also traditionally marks the beginning of summer. \n\n\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE Memorial Day\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\nMEMORIAL DAY HISTORY\n\n\n\nHonoring the men and women who have died while serving in the military\, communities\, individuals\, and organizations have kept Memorial Day in various forms in the United States since the end of the Civil War. General John Logan first called for a nationwide day of remembrance on May 5\, 1868. The observance was called Decoration Day\, and it was observed on May 30th\, 1868. \n\n\n\nDecoration Day\n\n\n\nGeneral James Garfield spoke at Arlington National Cemetery with Generals Grant\, Howard\, Logan\, Pane\, Wool\, and Hancock in attendance. Volunteers also decorated the graves of 20\,000 Union and Confederate soldiers. \n\n\n\nAcross the country\, humble tributes occurred on that first Decoration Day. Just outside Fort Stevens near Washington\, D.C.\, there was a small cemetery where 40 soldiers were buried\, one of whom belonged to a widow from Northern Vermont. He was one of three sons she lost to the war. On Decoration Day\, she went to the cemetery carrying 40 wreaths for 40 graves. \n\n\n\nSomeone placed a laurel wreath upon the head of a Lincoln statue at City Hall\, Washington\, D.C. \n\n\n\nIn Cincinnati\, Hamilton and Dayton Railroads transported passengers to the Spring Grove Cemetery.  As a tribute\, communities displayed flags at half-mast along the routes. More volunteers placed floral wreaths on the soldiers’ graves\, and speeches were made. Many of the first Decoration Days recognized only the Union soldiers. However\, other events included the Confederate soldiers as well. Over time\, the day grew to include all those soldiers lost during the conflict. \n\n\n\nDecoration Day gradually became known as Memorial Day and now honors all U.S. service members who have died during a military conflict. Memorial Day continued to be observed on May 30th for many years. Then\, in 1968\, Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act of 1968. Since 1971\, Memorial Day has been observed the last Monday of May.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/memorial-day-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T110000
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SUMMARY:National Senior Health & Fitness Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS DAY | Last Wednesday in May – National Day Calendar \n\n\n\nNATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS DAY\n\n\n\nPut on your sneakers for National Senior Health & Fitness Day.  On the last Wednesday in May each year\, approximately 100\,000 senior adults will participate in activities across the United States for this national observance. \n\n\n\n#SeniorHealthFitnessDay\n\n\n\nMany organizations offer special events especially for seniors: \n\n\n\n\nBanks\n\n\n\nHealth Clubs\n\n\n\nArea Agencies on Aging\n\n\n\nHouses of Worship\n\n\n\nHospitals\n\n\n\nMalls/Shopping Centers\n\n\n\nPark & Recreation Departments\n\n\n\nRetirement Committees\n\n\n\nSenior Centers\n\n\n\nState/Local/Aging Departments\n\n\n\n\nSeniors benefit in numerous ways from physical activity. Exercises can be done at home\, a community pool or a local center. And seniors aren’t limited to just one type of exercise either. There are many to choose from. And many activities can be modified to fit any limitations. Yoga\, walking and swimming are all low impact routines that offer a range of benefits late in life and for all abilities. Some of the benefits include: \n\n\n\n\nreduce fall risk and increase the ability to live independently\n\n\n\nmaintain strength\, healthy joints and muscles\n\n\n\nhelps reduce or control blood pressure\n\n\n\nreduce the risk of colon cancer and diabetes\n\n\n\nease symptoms of anxiety\n\n\n\noffer community and companionship when done in groups\n\n\n\nreduces and prevents arthritis joint swelling and pain\n\n\n\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS DAY\n\n\n\nFind an event near you. You can even explore options online and start a fitness routine at home. Pick one that fits your needs. Do you currently have a fitness routine that keeps you going strong? Share it using #SeniorHealthFitnessDay to post on social media. \n\n\n\nNATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS DAY HISTORY\n\n\n\nThe Mature Market Resource Center\, a national information clearinghouse for the older adult market\, organizes National Senior Health & Fitness Day as a public-private partnership.
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ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National Smile Day
DESCRIPTION:National Smile Day encourages everyone to wear their best smile! \n\n\n\n#NationalSmileDay\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\nADVERTISING \n\n\n\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. There 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. \n\n\n\nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL SMILE DAY\n\n\n\nShare your smile and how a smile improves your day.  Use #NationalSmileDay to share on social media.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-smile-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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SUMMARY:National Creativity Day
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL CREATIVITY DAY | MAY 30 \n\n\n\nUnleash your imagination on May 30th for National Creativity Day! Whether you are an artist\, writer\, musician\, filmmaker\, blogger\, photographer\, graphic artist\, or any of 100 other creative personalities\, the world is going to celebrate you and your creative pursuit.  And you absolutely deserve it! \n\n\n\n#NationalCreativityDay\n\n\n\nOther than nature\, everything within sight originated with a creative thought from someone like you!\n\n\n\n HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL CREATIVITY DAY\n\n\n\nEmbrace your own creativity and support the creative people in your life. Set aside the day as an opportunity to refocus your energy on your craft. Recommit to your talent and goals. This day is all about your creative energies and where they will take you. What inspires you\, motivates you? Support others who are excited about creating and bask in their passion.  \n\n\n\nDo what you can to acknowledge\, motivate\, and inspire people to pursue their dreams. Frequent their studios and share their websites. Purchase art\, music and styles you love and brag about the artist.  \n\n\n\nUse #NationalCreativityDay to share on Social media. \n\n\n\nNATIONAL CREATIVITY DAY HISTORY\n\n\n\nHal Croasmun and ScreenwritingU founded National Creativity Day in 2018 to celebrate the imaginative spirits everywhere and to encourage them to keep creating.
URL:https://krcctogether.com/event/national-creativity-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="KRCC Better Together":MAILTO:rolanda.gibson@krccnet.com
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