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National Best Friends Day
Get together with your best friend, or take a little time to get in touch if you’ve moved away and strengthen your connection to that one person who always gets you.
World Oceans Day
With oceans making up 66% of our Earth, it’s crucial we raise awareness about and tackle the threats facing these life-giving and life-containing bodies of water.
World Brain Tumor Day
Unlocking mysteries of the mind, sparking conversations, and fostering empathy through shared understanding and advocacy efforts.
How to celebrate Jun 8th
Wake up with gusto and start your day with a refreshing dip in the ocean to honor World Oceans Day. Embrace the tranquility of the sea and revel in the beauty of marine life. Follow this with a brain-boosting breakfast to celebrate World Brain Tumor Day. Choose foods like blueberries, walnuts, and green tea for a healthy start.
Next, reach out to your best friends and plan a virtual hangout. Share memories, laughter, and love on National Best Friends Day. Express gratitude for their presence in your life. As you chat, participate in an online action to support elephants in zoos. Spread awareness and donate to organizations working to improve their living conditions.
In the afternoon, indulge in a cheese tasting in honor of the Tbilisi Cheese Festival. Create a cheese platter with different varieties and textures. Pair with crackers, fruits, and a glass of wine for a delightful experience. During this time, reflect on the strength and resilience of cancer survivors on National Cancer Thriver Day.
As the day continues, make a conscious choice to eat flexitarian for Eat Flexitarian Day. Prepare a plant-based meal with a small portion of meat or fish. Explore new flavors and recipes that promote sustainability and health. Take a moment to appreciate the diversity and unity of humanity on Race Unity Day.
In the evening, light a candle in remembrance of the USS Liberty Remembrance Day. Honor the sacrifices of those who have served their country. Embrace the whimsy of Upsy Daisy Day by spreading positivity and joy. Reach out to a friend or family member with a heartfelt message of encouragement.
End the day by pampering your skin with natural products to celebrate National Love Your Skin Day. Create a DIY face mask with ingredients like honey, avocado, and yogurt. Take care of your skin and relax before bedtime.
Throughout the day, embrace the spirit of community and togetherness on National Children’s Day and Pentecost. Engage in activities that bring joy and laughter to children around you. Share stories, play games, and celebrate the innocence and wonder of youth.
Name Your Poison Day serves as a reminder to indulge responsibly. Enjoy a mocktail or non-alcoholic beverage while reflecting on the importance of making healthy choices. Cheers to a day filled with reflection, gratitude, and celebration of the world around you.
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National Name Your Poison Day
The bartender greets you with a smile, "Name your poison." You peruse the menu, feeling like a kid in a candy store. The possibilities are endless! Finally, you make your choice and eagerly await your delicious libation.
USS Liberty Remembrance Day
In a moment etched in history, a terrible incident brought forth profound lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the pursuit of truth.
National Upsy Daisy Day
Make a conscious effort to turn your usually grumpy mornings around by greeting the new day with warmth, hope, cheer and at least a little enthusiasm.
National Children’s Day
The boundless energy, curious minds, and infectious giggles of the younger generation keep life full of surprises and adventures.
Medicare Fraud Prevention Week
Securing healthcare integrity, ensuring resources reach those in need, and safeguarding against deceptive practices for a healthier community.
National Smile Month
Maintaining vibrant smiles through mindful habits, fostering oral resilience for enduring wellness, unveiling a gateway to health.
Love your Burial Ground Week
Learn about the history of your local burial grounds, and join others in exploring what these somber plots of land can tell us about the past and its inhabitants.
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Children’s Awareness Month
Nurturing young minds, fostering empathy and understanding, guides future generations toward a more compassionate and harmonious world.
Pride Month
Each year, the LGBTQ community and allies honor the Stonewall Riots of 1968 and the progress made—and yet to be made—for LGBTQ people everywhere.
National Adopt A Cat Month
Welcoming a furry companion into your home, providing love, companionship, and a forever family for a deserving feline.
National Zoo and Aquarium Month
Facilitating immersive experiences to educate and inspire conservation efforts for diverse ecosystems and endangered species.
Men’s Health Month
Highlighting well-being and raising awareness for a crucial aspect of life that deserves attention and understanding.
National Dairy Month
A versatile ingredient found in many delicious recipes, adding richness and flavor to a variety of dishes.
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
Promoting understanding, advancing research, and supporting those affected to make a meaningful impact on cognitive health.
National Give a Bunch of Balloons Month
Bringing joy to sick children through colorful inflatable decorations, uplifting their spirits during challenging times.
Aphasia Awareness Month
Raising awareness about language challenges promotes empathy, understanding, and a more inclusive society for everyone.
Caribbean American Heritage Month
In the vibrant tapestry of cultures dotting the islands and mainland, a rich and flavorful fusion of traditions thrives.
National Safety Month
In every task, ensuring everyone's well-being, following the rules that keep things running smoothly, is key to a successful and secure environment.
National Country Cooking Month
Home baked bread, healthy veggies and tasty starches…try making healthy, affordable food from fresh, high-quality ingredients during Country Cooking month.
Women’s Golf Month
Exploring the skill, determination, and achievements of female athletes in the captivating world of golf competition.
Care For Your Grandparents Month
With people living longer and longer lives, the role of grandparents grows more confusing. Take some time to consider your family and care for your grandparents.
National Candy Month
Give yourself some room to indulge in your favorite candies during Candy Month, from Haribo gummy bears to Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and more.
National Iced Tea Month
When the weather gets too warm for hot tea, just ice it! Mint tea, fruity teas, even the Southern classic sweet tea will all refresh you on a warm and sunny day.
International Mud Month
Get your hands dirty! Roll down a hill, splash in a creek, even make a messy mud pie to connect yourself with childhood and nature during Mud Month.
National Great Outdoors Month
Get outside, and encourage your friends, family, and children to take some time away from the screens and harsh fluorescents and enjoy some natural beauty.
National Soul Food Month
Beginning in African-American communities in the 1960s, soul food now calls to mind the mouth-watering flavors of hearty, cheap recipes of all kinds.
National Camping Month
Get a tent, sleeping bag, and S’more ingredients and reconnect with nature. Go camping for a night, a weekend, even the entire month. Don’t forget bugspray.
National Pollinator Month
Essential contributors to ecosystems, ensuring biodiversity and food security by facilitating plant reproduction through pollen transfer.
National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
Learn to recognize triggers, manage stress, and find relief through awareness and support for migraine and headache sufferers.
Age Without Apology Month
Embrace every laugh line and silver strand as a testament to a life well-lived. Aging gracefully means radiating confidence!
Audiobook Month
Listen to your favorite book or discover new ones in audio format during Audiobook Month. Try taking walks, doing chores, or just lying back and listening.
National PTSD Awareness Month
Take some time to understand the devastating effects of PTSD, as well as the potential causes and warning signs. Help raise awareness for those going through it.
