National Rat Catcher’s Day
Enchanting melodies, luring shadows, captivating an entire town with a mysterious musical tale and whimsical charm.
Great Poetry Reading Day
Verses unfurl emotions, language's dance, a rhythm of words echoing through time, evoking sentiments, captivating hearts.
National Poetry Day
Stringing words like pearls, creating a dance of emotions and thoughts on paper, poetry weaves magic that speaks to the heart.
Burns Night
Celebrate Burns Night with friends, whisky, and of course, haggis! Gather round and pay tribute to Scotland's beloved poet, Robert Burns, with traditional food, drink, and poetry readings.
Poetic Earth Month
Allow the Earth’s beauty to inspire you, and enjoy and share poetry, stories, or art to connect with your planet during Poetic Earth Month.
Rumi Day
Dive into one of history’s greatest wordsmiths, the 13th Century Persian poet Rumi who has become one of the most widely-read and oldest artists of all time.
Potteries Bottle Oven Day
Honor the last time the traditional Potteries Bottle Oven was fired by Gladstone Pottery Museum in the UK’s pottery history heaven, Stoke-on-Trent.
Poem on Your Pillow Day
Print or write out a poem to leave on the pillow of a loved one or guest. Maybe a funny poem for a child, or a love poem to make your special someone smile.
Random Acts of Poetry Day
Grab some chalk or a megaphone and get ready to share your poetry with the whole entire world, guerilla-style, on Random Acts of Poetry Day.
Poetry And The Creative Mind Day
The mind needs creative outlets to be happy and healthy, and that’s the point of Poetry And The Creative Mind Day, when you can let your emotions out in word or art.
National Poetry Month
Lord Byron, Shel Silverstein, Emily Dickinson…you? Honor one of the richest literary forms by writing or reading poetry, learning about poets, or joining a community.
National Limerick Day
Read or write your own five-line limericks to enjoy the humorous, simple formula that has entertained children and adults alike for many generations.
Poetry at Work Day
Infusing everyday office chatter with verses of creativity, transforming cubicles into havens of poetic expression and fostering a unique sense of unity.
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Monkey Day
Spend a day at the zoo with these cheeky creatures, throw a monkey-themed fancy dress party or fundraise to protect these precious primates.
Don’t Make Your Bed Day
Unfurling your sheets and leaving your covers a mess might just give you the relaxation you didn't know you needed.
National Call a Friend Day
A friendly voice; a friendly ear—share your stories with someone who cares. Connect with loved ones and feel the warmth of human connection.