Global Hug Your Kids Day
Wrap your arms around them and feel their warmth. Express your love, affection and appreciation by hugging your kids every day!
Children of Alcoholics Awareness Week
Growing up with a parent who struggles with alcoholism can be a difficult and traumatic experience for children, who may need support.
World Read Aloud Day
Sharing stories with spoken words, weaving tales that come to life through the voice, and creating a cozy connection between listener and narrative.
Global Love Day
Love yourself, love your friends and family, and love everyone else around you: spread some positivity and joy to an often tough world on World Love Day.
Respect For Parents Day
Let your parents know how much you respect and appreciate them, and take some time to show your own kids how to treat others with respect by example.
National Take Your Parents To Lunch Day
Take your parents to school (or go to your kid’s school) to see what food is available, and help make changes for healthier, higher quality food in schools.
National Working Parents Day
For parents trying to balance work and raising kids, a day off is more than needed. Help out a working parent you know, or do some extra chores for your own.
National Father-in-Law Day
Strengthen your relationship with your father-in-law and get to know him a little better, which might in turn strengthen your relationship with your spouse.
International Childfree Day
Flip the script on “parent of the year” by nominating or voting for a male and female “non-parent” of the year, sponsored by the National Organization for Non-Parents.
National Wiggle Your Toes Day
Trade your cramping, stuffy trainers and dress shoes for sandals, or walk barefoot in the sand or grass to give your toes some well-deserved wiggle room.
Forgive Mom & Dad Day
Healing your heart and letting go of resentment can be liberating, allowing you to move forward with love and positivity.
National Mother-in-Law Day
Those family gatherings just wouldn't be the same without the sage advice and occasional eye-rolls from these seasoned pros.
National Parents’ Day
Give a thoughtful gift, plan an outing, or write a letter to show your parent or parents that you appreciate their hard work and unconditional love.
National Stepfamily Day
Even if they weren’t there at birth, stepfamilies can be as much your family as birth families. Let your stepfamily know you love them, and spend time together.
National Happiness Happens Day
Life feels like a warm summer day when you're filled with joy, surrounded by loved ones, and living your dreams.
National Adoption Month
Building a family through love, regardless of biology, weaving unique stories and bonds that defy any textbook definition of what it means to belong.
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National Espresso Day
Get your shot of concentrated coffee, try blends from different regions or treat yourself to an espresso machine for an easy caffeine fix all year round.
National Computer Security Day
From using strong passwords to avoiding phishing scams, take measures to secure your devices and personal information.
National Cotton Candy Day
Head over to your local funfair for an airy, spun-sugar treat or whip up creative cakes and cocktails like cotton candy cupcakes and fairy floss martinis.