Apricot Day
Every January 9th
Apricots ripen in the early summer, but they’re quite commonly dried so that way we can enjoy them year round. The word ‘apricot’ in Latin purportedly means “precious”, but further investigation reveals that while this...
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Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Every January 9th
Have you ever wanted to be a police officer as a kid? In today’s day and age, police officers have been getting a bad reputation in the United States due to reports of incidents with...
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Static Electricity Day
Every January 9th
It’s the bane of wool wearers, and the champion of older brothers. Static electricity has been experienced by all of us, whether we’re simply grabbing a door handle on a cool dry day, or experiencing...
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Poetry At Work Day
9th January (Second Tuesday in January)
An ode to...the time clock? The assembly line? The office computer? The poem may need some work, but this is what Poetry At Work Day is all about - finding the beauty in your job...
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Play God Day
Every January 9th
If we all saw Bruce Almighty then the concept of Play God Day is pretty simple. What would you do if you were god for a day? It would of course be easy to come...
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Balloon Ascension Day
Every January 9th
Anyone who has ever been in a hot air balloon will tell you it is an incredible experience, especially if they have been on such a ride in a place that boasts a particularly majestic...
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International Brain Teaser Month
Every January
Everyone loves a good riddle. Brain teasers are an excellent way to keep our minds sharp and focused. Many teachers have their students practice them in class, but have you done many as an adult?...
Hobby Month
Every January
Hobbies - we all have one or more. From reading to gaming, we all have something that keeps our minds busy. So join us as we delve into the pages of the book that is...
Get A Balanced Life Month
Every January
We are obsessed with getting our lives into some sort of a balanced state, be it getting our work in order, keeping track of the kids birthdays and gifts, or even day to day activities...
Clean Up Your Computer Month
Every January
Computers - we have all had to deal with them one way or another. From video games to social media, these technological creations also come with an important note. If we want to keep our...
Get Organized Month
Every January
Are you organized? It’s an important question. There are many ways of being organized, but some of us certainly have better organizational skills than others. A bit of organization can make even the most chaotic...
Creativity Month
Every January
Never underestimate the power and importance of creativity in your life, or in business for that matter. While sometimes doing what’s familiar work best, it’s important to remember that thinking outside the box is just...
Celebration Of Life Month
Every January
It’s the beginning of a new year, and that makes it the perfect time to start appreciating the lives that we lead, and the blessings that come to us every day. Part of that recognition...
Brainteaser Month
Every January
Who doesn't love a brainteaser – or more importantly, the satisfaction of successfully completing one? Brainteasers take many forms. For those who are fond of words there are crosswords, wordsearches and acrostics, while for the...
Oatmeal Month
Every January
Oatmeal cookies, instant oatmeal, Oat grain breads, just to name a few. Oats have been part of the world’s diet. It’s been used for everything from deserts to grain for animals, and is still one...
Be Kind To Food Servers Month
Every January
Every time you go to a restaurant, whether it’s McDonald’s or a ritzy 5 star restaurant, you’re being served by someone who’s part of the food service industry. These people make everything we love about the...
Hot Tea Month
Every January
A warm, steaming cup of tea is welcome at any time of day, especially in the cold winter months. Whether as an alternative to coffee with the rich tradition of Irish Breakfast tea, or as...
Soup Month
Every January
When the cold weather is in abundance, what better way to sit down and warm up than with a nice, warm bowl of soup? Where did soup come from, and how was it created? Let’s...
