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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 Coquito Day

It's the festive elixir that brings a warm embrace to your taste buds with every sip. A holiday in a glass!

National French Fried Shrimp Day

Crispy, golden-brown and delicious! These crunchy treats are the perfect appetizer for any seafood lover, especially if you love shrimp!

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How to celebrate Dec 21st

Wake up and embrace the chaos of a day filled with unexpected celebrations. Start by leaving your bed unmade, reveling in the freedom of Don’t Make Your Bed Day. Treat yourself to a cozy breakfast and a glass of coquito in honor of National Coquito Day.

Head out for lunch and order a serving of French fried shrimp to commemorate National French Fried Shrimp Day. After your meal, shoot some hoops or catch a basketball game on World Basketball Day.

As the afternoon rolls around, cozy up with a short story for National Short Story Day, or challenge yourself with a crossword puzzle for National Crossword Puzzle Day. If science fiction is more your style, take a moment to commemorate International Dalek Remembrance Day.

Celebrate your uniqueness by appreciating all things small on National Short Girl Appreciation Day. Look on the bright side and spread positivity on Look On The Bright Side Day.

For dinner, why not indulge in some delicious Maine cuisine on National Maine Day? Wash it down with an energy drink as you stay up late to mark International Energy Drink Day.

Before bed, embark on your own adventure in the spirit of Phileas Fogg Win a Wager Day. Top off your day with some gravy on Gravy Day, and make sure to have a flashlight on hand for National Flashlight Day.

Indulge in some festive ribbon candy and release any humbugs on Humbug Day. With a day packed full of unique holidays, embrace the joy of celebrating the unexpected and making the most of each moment.

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National Short Story Day

Get lost in worlds within words — create characters, weave plots, and inspire imaginations. Reading and writing is a passport to adventure!

National Crossword Puzzle Day

Solving those mind-teasers, they're like brain workouts that offer a fun challenge, keeping the mental gears oiled and gears turning.

International Dalek Remembrance Day

Getting hyped and cheering for those iconic, menacing metal menaces from another galaxy who always keep the Doctor on their toes.

National Short Girl Appreciation Day

Embracing the beauty and strength within petite frames, these remarkable women bring a unique perspective and inspire others through their resilience and grace.

Look On The Bright Side Day

Seeing the sun even on the cloudiest day, finding silver linings when life throws lemons - that's the spirit that keeps us going.

International Energy Drink Day

Invigorating elixirs — they bestow a surge of vitality, fueling resilience and awakening the spirit with their electrifying potency.

Gravy Day

Honoring Paul Kelly's festive ballad, celebrating familial bonds and memories, adds a melodic touch to Christmas traditions.

Ribbon Candy Day

Delicately spun sugar strands that swirl with vibrant colors, this sweet treat captures the whimsy of childhood in its intricate design.

Humbug Day

Have a good old grumble to destress and channel your inner scrooge by reading a Dickens novel or donning a top hat and cane.

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Hanukkah

The festival of lights — a time for family, delicious eats, and stories that remind of hope's enduring glow in the darkest times.

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Blue Christmas

While most people are at home opening presents, emergency workers are on duty, ensuring the safety of their communities over the holidays.

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Decembeard

Supporting bowel cancer research through facial hair growth, spreading awareness, and fostering solidarity in the community.

Gift of Sight Month

Our eyes are the windows to the world, and it's essential to cherish them. Protecting your sight is a gift for life.

Operation Santa Paws

Helping furry friends in need, giving a paw up to shelters, and being a voice for those who can't speak for themselves.

Worldwide Food Service Safety Month

Ensuring that your favorite eateries follow top-notch protocols behind the scenes for everyone's well-being and satisfaction.

National Write A Business Plan Month

Mapping out a roadmap for a venture, sketching the blueprint that transforms innovative ideas into thriving businesses, step by step.

National Tie Month

Spicing up outfits with those sleek, fabric accessories that effortlessly add a dash of personality and professionalism.

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