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National Pet Rock Day
Everyone needs a friend. Find a suitable rock, pick up some craft supplies, and get to work making your own Pet Rock with googly eyes, paint, whatever you like.
How to celebrate Sep 1st
You wake up and decide to start your day by appreciating your favorite pet rock. Give it a good cleaning, maybe even a fresh coat of paint. Show it off proudly on social media for National Pet Rock Day. Head out wearing your footy colors and engage in a friendly game of chess with friends at the park. Celebrate American Chess Day by strategizing your moves and enjoying the outdoors.
For lunch, whip up a delicious tofu dish in honor of National Tofu Day. As you dine, take a moment to write a heartfelt letter to a loved one on World Letter Writing Day. Later, take a stroll to appreciate the beautiful wattle flowers blooming in your neighborhood.
In the evening, put on your little black dress and toast to Rosolio Day with a glass of this Italian liqueur or a mocktail for a fun twist. End the day by watching your favorite movie featuring a pink Cadillac, immersing yourself in the nostalgia of Pink Cadillac Day.
Reflect on the day’s festivities with a slice of cherry popover, marveling at the motley collection of celebrations you’ve enjoyed. Remember to show appreciation to your local building and code staff, perhaps with a kind note or gesture on Building and Code Staff Appreciation Day.Toast to the uniqueness of the day with a cherry drink, and appreciate the small moments that make life joyful. Cheers to a day filled with unconventional celebrations!
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National Cherry Popover Day
These delightful treats are light, airy, and bursting with a juicy surprise in every bite. Perfect for breakfast or brunch!
Building and Code Staff Appreciation Day
It might not sound glamorous, but society would literally crumble without those who make sure buildings are safe and up to code, so thank them for their work.
National Chicken Boy Day
In Los Angeles, there's a famous 22-foot tall statue of a boy with a chicken head — an iconic landmark with an interesting history.
National Tofu Day
Try a healthier, often more eco-friendly option in your meals instead of meat. Try tofu stir-fry, tofu in taco bowls, or even a sweet, moist tofu-based dessert.
World Letter Writing Day
Ditch the tech and reconnect the old-fashioned way. Write a letter to a family member, old friend, your significant other, or try finding a new pen pal.
Ginger Cat Appreciation Day
Though they have a reputation for being total doofuses, ginger cats are actually—wait no, that’s right. Give your ginger doofus a big hug and some cat treats.
National Emma M. Nutt Day
Pick up your phone and dial the operator, and thank them for the work they do to honor the trailblazing pioneer of female phone operators, Emma M. Nutt.
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National Suicide Prevention Month
Take time to reach out to loved ones and even yourself, and learn the warning signs and behaviors in order to prevent a tragic and pointless death by suicide.
National Guide Dog Month
Four-legged companions, these furry friends provide unwavering support, guiding and brightening the lives of those they accompany with their boundless loyalty.
National Recovery Month
The journey to reclaiming lives, marked by resilience and transformation, where individuals find strength amidst adversity to rediscover their inner light.
National Piano Month
Attend a piano concert or recital, or learn to play this classic, timeless, highly versatile instrument yourself, with a teacher or even on your own.
Sepsis Awareness Month
Join or host an event, educate yourself, and raise awareness about the causes and signs of sepsis. It could save your life or the life of another someday.
Sourdough September
Get started on your own sourdough starter to keep your kitchen smelling of crispy, lightly tangy fresh-baked bread all through the month of Sourdough September.
Intelligent Automation Month
Revolutionizing workflows with seamless technology, amplifying efficiency, and paving the way for a smarter, interconnected future.
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
In the face of a growing health concern among our youth, society's nurturing role becomes increasingly vital for a healthier future generation.
Whole Grains Month
Discover nature's wholesome gems, packed with nourishment and goodness. Incorporating them into meals fuels a healthy lifestyle, keeping energy levels soaring!
International Square Dancing Month
Get ready to stomp, spin, and twirl to lively tunes with friends. This dance tradition is filled with laughter, friendship, and toe-tapping fun for everyone.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Awareness Month
By fostering understanding and support, raising awareness for these conditions brings hope, funds research, and stands with compassion beside those affected.
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Help raise awareness about and understand the symptoms and signs of ovarian cancer, so that this devastating disease can be caught and treated early.
Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month
Help raise awareness and funds for research into pulmonary fibrosis, an often invisible disease that interrupts the lives of many people who suffer from it.
National Sewing Month
Save money and grow your skills by learning to sew, so you can patch up your own clothes, or even make your own from scratch, perfect to your style.
Happy Cat Month
Schedule a check-up at the vet, buy some healthy treats, or cook up a chicken and share with your cat to make sure you do indeed have a happy cat.
National Chicken Month
Fry it, roast it, stick it in a soup…pick your favorite way to eat chicken, and have fun trying out new recipes for this versatile and tasty bird.
National Library Card Sign-up Month
Go get yourself a library card and take advantage of all the books, computers, magazines, events and other media and resources your library can provide.
National Mushroom Month
Go to the grocery store or farmer’s market (not wild picking!) and try a new variety of mushroom in any number of recipes, a great side or main course.
Hunger Action Month
People in every country, everywhere, face hunger. Help raise awareness and funds to eliminate the problem of world hunger, faced by children and adults globally.
World Alzheimer’s Month
Understanding this complex disease drives research advancements, fosters empathy, and supports those affected by memory loss.
Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
Promoting knowledge about this critical health issue can save lives through early detection and effective treatment options.
National DMV Appreciation Month
Recognizing the unsung heroes facilitating life-saving opportunities, ensuring the gift of organ donation reaches those in need.
Classical Music Month
Timeless compositions evoke emotions, weaving intricate melodies that transcend eras and resonate with the human experience.
National Dystonia Awareness Month
Raising understanding, shedding light on neurological challenges, fostering empathy for those navigating the complexities of dystonia.
National Italian Cheese Month
From creamy mozzarella to tangy gorgonzola, Italy offers a rich array of cheeses to tantalize the taste buds.
NICU Awareness Month
Raising understanding about premature infant care, their special needs, and the dedicated medical teams that support them.
National Papaya Month
Known for their sweet flavor and vibrant color, these tropical fruits offer numerous health benefits and culinary uses.
Pain Awareness Month
Understanding and support for those enduring chronic pain fosters empathy and drives advancements in treatment and care.
Read A New Book Month
Trade books with friends, join a book club, donate old books, and pick up new books to get lost in whole new worlds between the pages of a brand new tome.
Friendship Month
Reconnect with old friends, make new friends, see friends of all kinds regularly and be kind to everyone you meet all throughout Friendship Month.
National Honey Month
Put it in your tea, spread it on some toast, enjoy honey in all its forms! Try a new kind of honey, such as orange blossom, eucalyptus, or beechwood honey.
National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Donate money or time to supporting cancer research, or directly supporting children all around the world who tragically have to battle cancer every day.
Chiari Awareness Month
Learn and help raise awareness about Chiari Malformation, a chronic condition that causes regular headaches and is as of yet difficult to treat.
National Preparedness Month
Look into FEMA and other organizations in your area during National Preparedness Month to make sure you know what to do in case of a natural disaster.
Shake Month
Strawberry, oreo, good old fashioned vanilla…whatever your milkshake flavor preference, indulge by making it yourself or picking one up at a shake shop.
SleeptemberÂ
Rejuvenating slumber fosters vitality, supporting well-being, as restorative rest fuels energy for vibrant living every day.
