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February, 2013 is...
Hot Breakfast Month
There's no better way to start that day than with a hot breakfast, especially in the colder months of the year. Hot Breakfast Month is all about sausages, fried eggs, steaming porridge and strong...
North American Inclusion Month
North American Inclusion Month (NAIM) was created by the Yachad/National Jewish Council for Disabilities. Now some five years old, the North American...
Stockholm Public Library by Smath., on Flickr
Library Lovers Month
Stop hugging that library. No wait, my mistake, I forgot that it’s Library Lovers Month - and it seems to have come at just the right time as many local libraries are struggling during the economic...
Heart Month
Heart Month is an event run by the British Heart Foundation to raise awareness of heart disease and treatments. Suggestions from the BHF for fund raising ideas vary, anywhere from face painting, to...
Fri 1st Feb, 2013
Serpent Day
Serpent Day is a day of reflection. It's dedicated to pondering our reactions to the prime material behind that high-fashion snake-skin handbag.
Dubble Bubble by Gee311, on Flickr
Bubblegum Day
Bubblegum Day is all about eating bubblegum to raise money for charity. Great fun for kids, and a way to help out a good cause; just remember not to swallow...
Sat 2nd Feb, 2013
Hedgehog Day
Ouch! Hedgehog Day highlights these loveable creatures but heed this word of warning, don’t get too close. As we all know hedgehogs are covered in spines but...
Sled Dog Day
Running through snow all day, every day, pulling a sled that can weigh hundreds if not thousands of pounds—that's a sled dog's job. Don't you think they...
Ice Cream For Breakfast Day
Eating ice cream for breakfast is basically every little kid's dream. Well, that and being able to have pizza...
Crepe in Pan by Dan Zen, on Flickr
Crepe Day
Celebrate Crepe Day (as opposed to Pancake Day) with a crispy, thin, French-style crepe - we recommend the classic lemon-and-sugar approach, but why not go...
Sun 3rd Feb, 2013
Chris by donireewalker, on Flickr
Dump Your Significant Jerk Day
Are you tired of dating a jerk? It's easy to get stuck in a relationship which isn't working, with somebody...
Mon 4th Feb, 2013
Stuffed Mushroom Day
For some crazy reason not all of use human beings love mushrooms. This is likely because those people have never been given the joy of a stuffed mushroom. Or...
Thank A Mailman Day
It's hard work delivering the mail day in, day out, come rain or shine. Thank A Mailman Day gives you an opportunity to say a polite 'thank you' to your...
Tue 5th Feb, 2013
National Weatherman's Day by bjornmeansbear, on Flickr
Weatherman's Day
I don't care what the weatherman says when the weatherman says it's raining... Actually, best get the umbrella. Weatherman's Day pays tribute to the men and...
World Nutella Day
Chocaholics know that there is chocolate and then there is Nutella. The creamy and delicious chocolate and hazelnut spread has been around since the 1940s, and...
Wed 6th Feb, 2013
Elementary students practicing their typing by Extra Ketchup, on Flickr
Digital Learning Day
The digital revolution has provided unparalleled access to information, and empowered people to do their own research, education and learning. Digital Learning...
Duck in Nidelva by vetlesk, on Flickr
Lame Duck Day
Lame Duck Day has nothing to do with injured animals; rather, it's about giving some support and recognition to people who are on their way out - last term's...
Thu 7th Feb, 2013
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Ballet Day
Pirouette - it's Ballet Day! It may be a bit of a stretch to take up ballet for a single day, so why not simply go and see a ballet instead?
Fri 8th Feb, 2013
Kite Flying Day
Find a sunny, public open place, and join in with Kite Flying Day! Take a picnic to the park and get competitive, seeing who can fly the highest, the fastest,...
Molasses Bar Day
If you’ve never had molasses, then Molasses Bar Day would be the perfect and most apt day to try it! Molasses, or treacle in British English, is essentially...
Money Girl by Tax Credits, on Flickr
Laugh And Get Rich Day
All of your resolutions for the new year pale into insignificance next to Laugh And Get Rich Day. Well,...
Sat 9th Feb, 2013
Read In The Bathtub Day
A day for relaxing in style, Read In The Bathtub Day gives you the opportunity to have a guilt-free early,...
Bully Advance Screening Hosted by First Lady Katie O'Malley by MDGovpics, on Flickr
Stop Bullying Day
It's time to stop bullying - whether it's in the playground, the home or the workplace. Stop Bullying Day encourages you to try and stop the bullying in your...
Sun 10th Feb, 2013
Wedding by /451, on Flickr
World Marriage Day
Marriage is a hugely important institution in many parts of the world, and symbolises the formalisation of a relationship between a loving couple. Marriage...
Umbrella Day
Umbrellas are a remarkably effective accessory for protecting yourself from wind, rain and sun. Whatever the weather, Umbrella Day is a great excuse to sport a...
Mon 11th Feb, 2013
Guitar by Heath Alseike
Get Out Your Guitar Day
Take cover! Yes that's right, someone has officially granted all the doleful Dylans and hopeful Hendrixes a...
DIY White T-Shirt Refashion by Stacie Stacie Stacie, on Flickr
White Shirt Day
White Shirt Day marks the end of a union strike by employees of General Motors in 1937. Commemorate their fight for fairer working conditions by wearing a...
Happy www.pusteblumenbaby.de by Pusteblumenland, on Flickr
Satisfied Staying Single Day
“No one to walk with, but I’m happy on the shelf”, sang Fats Waller. If that’s you, there’s a...
Dusty Shuttle-1 by DavidShutter, on Flickr
Clean Out Your Computer Day
If your computer is running slowly, if your PC fans are noisy, or if you're experiencing crashes and poor...
Tue 12th Feb, 2013
Lost Penny Day
Lost Penny Day is the perfect day to take a moment to recognize that though pennies may seem worthless, they can still be used to help those in need.
Alien Smoking Pot by liber, on Flickr
Extraterrestrial Culture Day
An officially acknowledged day in New Mexico (Roswell), Extraterrestrial Culture Day celebrates...
Darwin by brucew_o, on Flickr
Darwin Day
Darwin Day celebrates the anniversary of the birth of the famous evolutionary scientist Charles Darwin.
Wed 13th Feb, 2013
Radio Day
Before the internet, many people relied on the humble radio to deliver their daily dose of news, entertainment and important weather updates. This was...
Employee Recognition Ceremony (2nd Qtr FY2013) 4.5.13 by Texas State Library and Archives Commission, on Flickr
Employee Legal Awareness Day
Employee Legal Awareness Day was established by an Australian lawyer, Paul Brennan. His aim was to emphasise...
Tortellini Day
Picture New Year celebrations in a fancy setting with party-goers sitting round a gaily festooned table consuming...soup. Vegetarian party? Cook burnt the...
My name badge by James Cridland, on Flickr
Get A Different Name Day
Whether you're having a bit of an identity crisis, or simply fancy confusing your friends, Get A Different...
Thu 14th Feb, 2013
Ferris wheel in Prater by Mihai Bojin, on Flickr
Ferris Wheel Day
Ride high, high in the sky (within the constraints of a Perspex box attached to a giant wheel); what better way to celebrate Ferris Wheel Day?
Cream-Filled Chocolates Day
There are countless ways for chocoholics to indulge their passion, but there are those among us who hold a...
Fri 15th Feb, 2013
Singles Awareness Day
After a Christmas spent with elderly family members asking when they're finally going to get married, or at...
Gumdrop Day
Gummy, chewy, tasty sweets are the theme of Gumdrop Day, which presents you the opportunity (or the excuse) to eat as many gumdrops as possible (within reason,...
Hippo! by mimsmithfaro, on Flickr
Hippo Day
Bet you didn't know that Hippo loosely translates to River Horse in ancient Greek. Hippo Day, then, celebrates the third largest mammal on Earth. Why not take...
Sat 16th Feb, 2013
Almonds by HealthAliciousNess, on Flickr
Almond Day
It's generally believed and agreed by historians (and food historians in particular) that almonds were one of the earliest cultivated foods by mankind. Almond...
Do a Grouch a Favor Day
Have you done a grouch a favor today? If not then it’s likely that no one told you it was Do a Grouch a...
I have an idea @ home by Julián Santacruz, on Flickr
Innovation Day
Spot a problem, think of a solution, and before you know it you're innovating! Innovation Day is all about imagining new, better ways of doing things. How...
Sun 17th Feb, 2013
World Human Spirit Day
So many of our statements nowadays end with 'the world as we know it'. World Human Spirit Day is a...
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle. ~Plato by katerha, on Flickr
Random Acts Of Kindness Day
There's no better time to help a pensioner to cross the road than on Random Acts Of Kindness Day. Of course,...
My Way Day
My Way Day has been created in celebration of that wonderful phrase “It’s my way or the high way”. The history of My Way Day is unclear but it believed...
Mon 18th Feb, 2013
Battery Day
Where would we be without the humble battery? Take a moment to consider how many of your household items use batteries - from cars to remote controls and...
Tue 19th Feb, 2013
Chocolate Mint Day
There's something special about the combination of smooth, rich, luxurious chocolate and cool, refreshing, sharp mint. Celebrate this incredible combination on...
Wed 20th Feb, 2013
Love Your Pet Day
How's your relationship with your favourite furry friend? Love Your Pet Day is a chance to show your cat, dog, tortoise or [insert other] how you really feel....
Handcuff Day
A happy anniversary for law abiding citizens, but not so much for the criminally inclined! The History of Handcuff Day Handcuff Day marks the occasion back in...
Cherry Pie Day
When we think of pie most of us think of an Apple Pie, but the sweet-tart Cherry Pie deserves a place right next to it brother on the dessert tray. So do you...
Thu 21st Feb, 2013
Girl Flying Model Plane STEPS Fly Night 7-02-09 16 by stevendepolo, on Flickr
Introduce A Girl To Engineering Day
Engineering is typically a male-dominated arena - but beyond simply tinkering with and repairing equipment,...
Fri 22nd Feb, 2013
Cook a Sweet Potato Day
Sweet potatoes are one of the most important crops in the world, so it only makes sense that they should have...
Margarita at Fred's by ralph and jenny, on Flickr
Margarita Day
Tequila, triple sec and lime juice (and ice) are everything you'll need to celebrate Margarita Day - that and some good friends, a tropical beach (or luxurious...
Be Humble Day
Humility may be the most difficult of all the virtues to truly attain. There seems to be a paradox in that claiming to have humility may be an act of pride....
World Thinking Day
Thinking Day originated from a desire by Girl Guides / Girl Scouts to dedicate a day to thinking about and appreciating the global spread of these movements....
Sat 23rd Feb, 2013
World Sword Swallower's Day
Dangerous, exciting and alluring, Sword Swallowers Day showcases the art of sword swallowing. Every year, the...
Play Tennis Day
Tennis has been a favorite sport of many since the 19th century, so if you haven't yet, it is high time you do so this very Play Tennis Day!
Curling Stones by ex_magician, on Flickr
Curling Is Cool Day
Curling is Cool Day is not dedicated to those of us naturally or otherwise endowed with glistening spiralling locks of hair. Oh, no, no! This is the day George...
Sun 24th Feb, 2013
Tortilla chips by waitscm, on Flickr
Tortilla Chip Day
Tortilla Chip Day is best celebrated on a comfy sofa and a favourite film with a selection of tasty dips! Why not go all out and add some cheese into the mix,...
Mon 25th Feb, 2013
Clam Chowder at Max's Cafe by pointnshoot, on Flickr
Clam Chowder Day
Clam Chowder Day celebrates this popular broth; often made from clams, onion and potato, recipes vary by region and by country. How do you like yours?
Tue 26th Feb, 2013
Tell A Fairy Tale Day
Gather round the fire, and make yourselves comfortable... Tell A Fairy Tale Day is all about exploring myths...
Wed 27th Feb, 2013
Polar Bear Day
Polar Bear Day celebrates one of nature's most impressive hunters, and the world's largest carnivore. When fully grown, polar bears can span an enormous 9 feet...
Sorry for the Inconvenience by Andy Roberts
Inconvenience Yourself Day
You know those days when you just can't be bothered to get out of bed? Well, Inconvenience Yourself Day is...
Kahlua Day
Kahlua is a Mexican liqueur which is greatly enjoyed around the world, and thankfully the fans of the delicious liquid have created a day to celebrate it.
Thu 28th Feb, 2013
Rare Disease Day
Rare Disease Day is an observance held on the last day of February to raise awareness about diseases that most people will not know of, as well as to improve...
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January, 2013 was...
20111019-FNS-RBN-1694 by USDAgov, on Flickr
Be Kind To Food Servers Month
Sure, serving cafeteria food isn't the most glamorous job, but it's certainly one we shouldn't take for...
Surrey Celebration Dance Team by Brendan on Flickr
Celebration Of Life Month
All the other months celebrate an aspect of life; this one celebrates life itself. It's a biggie. Why have a...
On creativity by Linus Bohman
Creativity Month
Like calling round to a friend's house for a cup of tea and discovering they're having a party or noticing it's their birthday on Facebook and belatedly adding...
Butternut squash soup with prosciutto by Ross Catrow, on Flickr
Soup Month
With the cold weather still in abundance, January is the perfect month to celebrate and enjoy soup of all kinds. From thick, creamy, calorie laden soup (also...
Oatmeal by Megan on Flickr
Oatmeal Month
That's right, there's a month for oatmeal. A whole month! What happens if you eat porridge for breakfast every day for a month? Nothing bad, that's for sure....
Tea by chumsdock, on Flickr
Hot Tea Month
Nothing is quite as relaxing, reassuring or satisfying as a cup of hot tea. Hot Tea Month encourages you to branch out and try new types of tea to fit...
Get Organized Month
Get Organized Month has been around since 2005 thanks to the National Association of Professional Organizers. The latter attempted to increase public awareness...
brainteasers gold edition by stephzerofour on Flickr
Brainteaser Month
Who doesn't love a brainteaser – or more importantly, the satisfaction of successfully completing one? Brainteasers take many forms. For those who are fond...
March, 2013 will be...
caffeine by shira gal
Caffeine Awareness Month
Tea and coffee are an essential part of life for many of us. In fact, the breakfast cup of coffee and...
Women's History Month Display 2011 by carmichaellibrary
Women's History Month
The large majority of ancient cultures were patriarchal, and they practiced customs that held women in low...
Craft Fair Table by Priscilla Locke
Craft Month
Making things is fun, whatever your age, so why not give something new a try for Craft Month. If you've always fancied taking up a new hobby, why not use Craft...
Umbrella Month
Over four thousand years ago the first umbrella took shape. Whether the inventor was looking for a way to beat the heat or to stave off the rain is anyone’s...
Credit Card by 401(K) 2012
Credit Education Month
Everyone can benefit from keeping on top of their finances and ensuring their affairs are in good order. For...
Idea Bulb by Ramunas Geciauskas
International Ideas Month
I had this great idea! Now, what was it again? Ideas are important. They're the way society makes...
Colerain 136 by Don Lehmkuhl, on Flickr
Cheerleading Safety Month
Let's face it, cheerleading is a dangerous activity. Pom-poms, shorts, potentially slippery surfaces and...
fruit_veg by The Green Party of Ireland Comhaontas Glas
Nutrition Month
Nutrition Month is celebrated every March, and is sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Nutrition Month focuses on helping people to make...
