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Laughing Through Life: International Moment of Laughter Day
Think about the last time you howled with laughter. What do you enjoy doing that makes you chuckle or smile? Take some time today to do something that will make you giggle, grin, or crack up.

Hami Kang
Apr 13, 2024


Let’s Address the Stress: National Stress Awareness Month
It's crucial to keep some strategies in your back pocket to manage stress when it crops up. Physical activity is a great way to release built-up stress. You can also find solace in the silence.

Hami Kang
Apr 10, 2024


Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder and Embracing Neurodivergence
Often ASD acceptance is confused with awareness. Acceptance is about embracing people as their authentic selves, without judging, retaliating or discriminating against them.

Jennifer Tran
Mar 31, 2024


National I Am in Control Day: Focus on You and What You Can Change
We can only control what we can control—things that have to do with ourselves. On National I Am in Control Day, put yourself first and just let things be. Focus on what you can change.

Hami Kang
Mar 29, 2024


Beware the Ides of March: How a Shakespearean Tragedy Immortalized the Date
Both in the Shakespearean play and in real life, Caesar’s death was on the 15th of March. Does the Ides of March curse come from the assassination or was it planned with the calendar’s change?

Grace Aspinall
Mar 26, 2024


National Goof Off Day: It’s Your Time to Play, Relax or Just Have Some “Me” Time
National Goof Off day is a day to literally goof off. Do something fun! This is your day to be like Ferris Bueller and take a day to have some harmless fun… and not stress about doing it.

Tanisha Wallace Porath
Mar 21, 2024


Creativity of Crocheting Benefits Memory, Well-being and Physical Health
Crocheting has a marked impact on mental well-being, encouraging you to slow down and be more mindful of your body. As a means of self-expression, it can lower stress and improve self-esteem.

Grace Smith
Mar 19, 2024


American Heart Association Shines a Spotlight on Women and Heart Disease
As we educate ourselves on heart disease, we will build a community of support for the women who live with it, and we expand our understanding to tackle it head-on. It deserves the spotlight.

Grace Smith
Feb 22, 2024


The Positivity and Innocence of a Common Flower: National Daisy Day
The name “daisy” means “day’s eye” as this cheery flower closes its petals in the evening and opens them to the sun the next day. The daisy represents positivity and innocence

Jennifer Tran
Jan 28, 2024


Enjoy the Winter Wonderland of Minnesota and Snowy Activities for Cold-Weather Lovers
Minnesota, the country’s third coldest state, is a winter wonderland filled with enchanting surprises. Despite its icy temperatures, there's a warmth that goes beyond the weather.

Shanthi Mariappan
Jan 21, 2024


National Do Nothing Day: A Nonevent to Not Celebrate a Thing!
National Do Nothing Day appears as an annual holiday. But can one really do nothing? Many think it doesn’t work. So, a half-hearted attempt at nothing appears to be the most useful solution.

Grace Aspinall
Jan 16, 2024


Want to Check Off Those Remaining End of Year Tasks? These Still Need to Do Day Tips Will Motivate You
Remember to take time to reflect on the year. Crossing items off our to-do lists can have a positive effect on us, but what we did leading up to that point is important, too. What did you learn?

Marcy Swisher
Dec 28, 2023


Making Math Fun: Recognizing Teachers Who Empower This National Mathematics Day
In my friend Judy’s classroom, she made a point of delighting in new ways that students had for working on a math problem. “Oh, wow, I never thought of it that way! That's a cool way to do it.”

Grace Aspinall
Dec 27, 2023


Celebrating International Tea Day: What Goodness is Steeping in Your Cup?
However you prefer your tea, this International Tea Day, put your kettle on, settle down with a friend or get some alone time, grab a scone and cherish your hot cuppa of whatever delights you!

Cheryl Feick
Dec 14, 2023


What’s Your Favorite Flavor to Indulge in on National Cupcake Day?
Cupcakes were a delight to women who were tired of making large cakes for small celebrations, such as a child’s birthday. Baking a small cake in a ramekin was more economical for many families.

Tanisha Wallace Porath
Dec 14, 2023


The Poinsettia Plant – Beautiful and Easy to Care For
Enjoy the holiday with a gathering of poinsettias! Statistically, it is the number one potted plant sold in America, contributing almost $250 million each year to the nation’s economy.

Grace Aspinall
Dec 11, 2023


Diatomaceous Earth – Learn its Everyday Uses for Your Home and Garden
Diatomaceous Earth lives among us. The substance can be useful for many applications, but care should be taken to ensure too much doesn’t harm people, animals, and the environment.

Grace Aspinall
Nov 13, 2023


National Book Month: Promoting Reading, Writing, Literature and a Memory Boost
Book enthusiasts enjoy National Book Month to promote reading, writing and literature. As do authors, publishers and the booksellers who bring you those “can’t put it down” stories.

Jennifer Tran
Oct 24, 2023


A Foodie Reminisces Over Family Recipes that Fuel Her Passion on National Cooking Day
I have always loved trying new foods. I love starting my week by searching for a new recipe I can make or a sweet treat I can try and whip up or discover something new I have never tried before.

Zoë Purdy
Sep 24, 2023


Gestures of Appreciation: Putting It All in Perspective This World Gratitude Day
On World Gratitude Day, don’t forget to appreciate yourself. Remind yourself of things that you’re proud of and how much you have grown. Find hope in things that you are grateful for.

Hami Kang
Sep 20, 2023
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