International Repair Day
In an increasingly wasteful society, it’s important to know how to repair things instead of replacing them. Start small, and see what broken bits you can salvage.
National Secondhand Wardrobe Week
From retro jackets to one-of-a-kind boots, buying second-hand clothes is a fun and sustainable way to upgrade your wardrobe.
Escapology Day
Go see a professional escapologist wriggle out of impossible situations, or find a safe, beginner-friendly way to practice escapology yourself and impress your friends.
National Fire Prevention Month
Develop a fire escape plan for your home, and practice it with your family or roommates to make sure everyone knows what to do in an emergency.
Jewish Book Week
Explore the rich literary tradition of the Jewish people through works that offer insight into history, faith, and the human experience.
Return Borrowed Books Week
Few things are as satisfying as returning a stack of library books you've read cover to cover, ready to exchange for new adventures.
Read an E-Book Week
With an eBook, your entire library fits in your pocket! Plus, they're eco-friendly, cost-effective, and perfect for on-the-go reading.
Telecommuter Appreciation Week
From saving time and money, to being more productive, with remote work, more and more are enjoying the flexibility of working from home.
Plastic Free July
Make a point to avoid creating plastic waste, and substitute reusable, environmentally-friendly items like metal straws and water bottles or paper bags.
International Overdose Awareness Day
Wear silver or purple, attend an event or seminar, and help raise awareness about the prevalence of overdoses and how such events can destroy families.
Coin Week
Begin or grow your coin collection, learn about how countries’ mints reflect their history, or join a coin club or even local competition during Coin Week.
International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day
One of the most devastating disasters in human history, International Chernobyl Remembrance Day recalls the suffering and pain still happening from the fallout.
National Planner Day
Get your planner organized and up-to-date, or start keeping a planner in order better track your commitments and goals, and juggle your busy life.
Air Conditioning Appreciation Day
In the hot summer months, you don’t want your Air Conditioning breaking down. Change your air filters and schedule some AC maintenance, and remind others.
Open Data Day
A wellspring of knowledge, freely shared, powering innovation, transparency, and progress in our interconnected world.
Lincolnshire Day
Honor the uprising of Roman Catholics against the Church of England in the county of Lincolnshire, England in the 1530s by brushing up on your history.
No Pants Subway Ride
The ultimate test of bravery and chutzpah, when thousands of people worldwide ditch their pants and ride the subway in their undies.
Vlogging Day
Connect with other Vloggers or join the growing community of people sharing their expertise, interests, and lives online via video blogs, or vlogs.
Nail Day
Get your nails done (or do them yourself) and post or share your favorite “nailfie” (nail selfie) on social media to showcase your creativity.
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National Pie Day
From chicken to apple, pecan to mushroom, indulge in classic pastry stuffed with any filling you fancy by visiting a bakery or hosting a pie contest.
National Draw a Dinosaur Day
A whole species of animals that once roamed the earth, but have been extinct for many thousands of years, represents the mystery of the world that existed prior to humankind.
National Bubble Gum Day
Chewy, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this sweet treat is perfect for blowing bubbles and bringing a smile to your face.