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October 15 Holidays

Your guide to every national day and holiday on October 15

Global Handwashing Day

Help prevent disease by getting in the habit of regular handwashing, and raise awareness to encourage others to do the same and improve global health.

Your guide to celebrating October 15

Start your day by dedicating a few extra moments to practicing good hygiene in honor of Global Handwashing Day. Then, head to the kitchen and whip up a delicious mushroom-inspired dish to celebrate National Mushroom Day. Embrace the spirit of National Grouch Day by challenging yourself to find humor in everyday annoyances and spreading positivity in your interactions. Treat yourself or a loved one to something sweet on National Sweetest Day, whether it’s a small treat from a local bakery or a homemade dessert.

For lunch, indulge in a flavorful shawarma wrap to mark National Shawarma Day, or try your hand at making your own version at home. Take a moment to acknowledge and support those who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss on International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. For dinner, why not experiment with a new recipe and savor the rich flavors of chicken cacciatore in honor of National Chicken Cacciatore Day?

As the day progresses, take a leisurely walk or bike ride across a bridge in your area to observe Bridge Day. Educate yourself and others about the importance of AIDS awareness within the Latino community on National Latino AIDS Awareness Day. Indulge your taste buds in some cheese curds to commemorate National Cheese Curd Day, or try incorporating them into a recipe for a tasty twist.

Round off the evening by reflecting on the significance of White Cane Safety Day and supporting organizations that assist individuals with visual impairments. If you’re feeling adventurous, prepare a feast fit for royalty with a roast pheasant dish to celebrate National Roast Pheasant Day. Consider the therapeutic benefits of dance and movement by incorporating some simple dance exercises into your routine for National Dance/Movement Therapy Advocacy Day.

End the night by showing appreciation for the rural women in your community on International Day of Rural Women, and take a moment to stargaze and appreciate the beauty of the night sky during Shine a Light Night. Treat yourself to a zesty lemon bar dessert in honor of National Lemon Bar Day, or pamper your skin with a DIY spa day to celebrate National Aesthetician Day. Finally, unwind with classic episodes of “I Love Lucy” to pay homage to National I Love Lucy Day and end your day with a smile.

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