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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
Ready for a wild day? Start by calling your best friend for a fun-filled adventure to the beach to celebrate World Oceans Day. Dive into the waves, soak up the sun, and maybe even organize a mini clean-up to give back to the ocean that gives us so much.
Next, commemorate World Brain Tumor Day by hosting a virtual fundraiser for a relevant charity. Get creative with online games, auctions, or a simple donation drive to support those fighting brain tumors.
Feeling hungry? Whip up some delicious Bounty Day-inspired dishes at home. Use what you have in your pantry to create a feast fit for a pirate, or maybe try your hand at baking some traditional treats from a different culture to honor this day.
After indulging, don’t forget to make that overdue phone call to your doctor for National Call Your Doctor Day. Schedule that check-up you’ve been putting off or ask any burning health questions you might have.
Show some love to your skin for National Love Your Skin Day. Treat yourself to a DIY spa day with natural ingredients from your kitchen. Your skin will thank you for the pampering!
Cancer survivors deserve recognition, which makes National Cancer Thriver Day the perfect occasion to support a local cancer organization. Donate, volunteer, or simply spread awareness to show your solidarity.
Remembering those furry friends who have passed on World Pet Memorial Day is a touching way to honor the pets we’ve loved and lost. Create a scrapbook, light a candle in remembrance, or volunteer at a local animal shelter.
National Name Your Poison Day is all about choice. Try something new, whether it’s food, a hobby, or a movie genre. Embrace the unknown and see where it takes you.
For a dinner idea, whip up a flexitarian feast on Eat Flexitarian Day. Incorporate a variety of plant-based and meat proteins to create a balanced and flavorful meal – a tasty challenge for your culinary skills.
End the day by advocating for elephants on International Day of Action for Elephants in Zoos. Share informative posts on social media, sign petitions, or support a local wildlife sanctuary.
Rounding up the day, reflect on unity and diversity on Race Unity Day. Educate yourself on different cultures, engage in conversations about racial harmony, or attend a virtual event that celebrates diversity.
Lastly, raise awareness and honor the memory of the USS Liberty crew on USS Liberty Remembrance Day. Take a moment of silence, research their story, or share their sacrifice with others to ensure they are never forgotten.
Embrace the unexpected and celebrate the beauty of this quirky medley of holidays in a way that is meaningful and fun for 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.
Meet A Mate Week
Attend any number of fun events and meetups for singles during Meet a Mate week, and take the chance on finally finding your true love, no app required.
Loneliness Awareness Week
Exploring the impact of social isolation reveals profound insights into mental health, well-being, and community connections.
National Garden Week
Cultivating nature's beauty offers peace, creativity, and a rewarding escape from daily life's hustle and bustle.
National Little League Baseball Week
Batter up! Kids swinging for the fences, cheers from the crowd, and an abundance of team spirit. It's baseball fun for everyone!
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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.
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
Promoting understanding, advancing research, and supporting those affected to make a meaningful impact on cognitive health.
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.
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.
Women’s Golf Month
Exploring the skill, determination, and achievements of female athletes in the captivating world of golf competition.
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 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 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.
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 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.
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!
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.
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.
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 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.