National Cherish An Antique Day
Ask the older members of your family about the histories behind the antiques in your home. Clocks, dishware, jewelry and more can hold surprising stories.
International Marconi Day
This 24-hour amateur radio event honors the legacy of Italian radio pioneer Guglielmo Marconi, for whom its named. Join the network to get involved!
National Mother Goose Day
Nursery rhymes and fairy tales like Mother Goose have proven to help kids read, think, and be better, so tell some stories on National Mother Goose Day.
International Tuba Day
Underappreciated and often mocked, the tuba provides an essential role as bass in a wind or marching band, so dust off your tuba or go see a professional.
Chinese Language Day
Fire up Duolingo, Rosetta Stone, or sign up for a language class to learn the world’s second most widely spoken language, which dates back as far as 1250 BCE.
International Safety Pin Day
Take inspiration from Safety Pin inventor Walter Hunt, and come up with your own clever and useful invention. Who knows, maybe it’ll be a hit like the safety pin.
Bicycle Day
Despite the name, Bicycle Day is not about pedal bikes or Queen; it’s a day to recognize the scientific and psychiatric impact of the drug known as LSD.
National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day
Slacks are out, PJs are in. Save a little time in the morning and roll into work feeling cozy and comfortable on National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day.
National Zipper Day
They’re easy to take for granted, but zippers have only really existed since 1913. Wear your favorite zip-up pants, shoes, and jackets to appreciate them.
National Hanging Out Day
Help the environment and extend the life of your clothes by line drying. Give it a try, and see if that’s a positive change you could end up making long-term.
National Library Outreach Day
Donate books or volunteer to support this charity dedicated to driving free library books around the world and improving literacy rates.
Reading Is Funny Day
By reading books of riddles, jokes, and comedy, help kids see how reading can be just as fun and funny (if not moreso) as video games, tv, or the internet.
National Library Workers Day
Thank your librarian, or even volunteer at your local library to gain an appreciation for what these hard-working public servants do every day for our society.
National Richter Scale Day
Learn about the history of Earthquakes, and how the Richter Scale measures them, or host an earthquake-themed movie party with friends or family.
World Book Night
Get lost in an adventure, a romance, a mystery…whatever you like. Gather a group, volunteer at an event, or just take some time to enjoy a book on World Book Night.
National Auctioneers Day
Going once, going twice, sold to the fast-talking, sharp-as-a-tack figures who often work as volunteer auctioneers, supporting charity with their skill and time.
New Home Owners Day
If you’re lucky enough to own your home, throw a housewarming party on New Homeowner’s Day. If not, this may be a good time to start planning for your future.
National Lumpy Rug Day
Take stock of your home décor and see if you can’t smooth out the lumps in your rugs. Or, try taking them to an expert or updating your home with new ones.
National Two Different Colored Shoes Day
Walk your own walk and show your individuality by wearing two different colored shoes, an exercise to get you to reject limiting social norms and enjoying life.
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National Eat A Peach Day
Luscious fruit with velvety skin and a sweet aroma, reminding of warm summer days and offering a taste of heaven.
More Herbs, Less Salt Day
Low salt doesn’t mean flavorless. Find some healthy new recipes, or make your old recipes healthier by substituting some of the salt for more flavorful herbs.
National Cheese Pizza Day
When it comes to satisfying your pizza cravings, nothing hits the spot quite like a warm, gooey slice of cheesy goodness.