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International Waffle Day
March 25 is International Waffle Day. Not to be confused with National Waffle Day, another annual food holiday celebrated in August in honor of the patenting of the waffle iron, today’s food holiday celebrates the actual waffle itself. Waffles have been enjoyed for centuries. It is believed the Greeks actually whipped up the flat cakes between two metal plates, called obleios, back in the 1300s. The annual event, also referred to as Vaffeldagen, actually began in Sweden and c
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National Cocktail Day: Cheers!
If an ice-cold cocktail sounds good to you right about now, go grab your cocktail shaker. Hip hip hooray - March 24 is National Cocktail Day in the U.S.A! Cocktails are drinks typically comprised of wine or a distilled beverage (such as whiskey, brandy, vodka, rum, or tequila) and mixed with other tasty ingredients such as cream, soda, liqueurs, fruit, juices, honey, beer, etc. Whether you enjoy one before, during or after dinner, with a few of your favorite friends or du
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National Puppy Day: 'Howliday' helps four-legged friends
When it comes to "howlidays," March 23 is going to the dogs – literally. It's National Puppy Day, an annual holiday created in 2006 by Pet Lifestyle Expert, author and animal lover, Colleen Paige. National Puppy Day not only serves as a reminder to adopt (and not shop) from a local animal shelter, but also helps shine the spotlight on the horrors of puppy mills. The next time you walk by a pet store, do you ever wonder where these cute and cuddly animals come from? While so
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It's Cuddly Kitten Day: 'Purrfect!'
When it comes to holidays, today is going to the dogs....and cats. Not only is March 23 National Puppy Day, it's also Cuddly Kitten Day! While the origins of this annual holiday are unknown, cat lovers don’t need an excuse to give their kitties some extra lovin’. So move over Fido, today also celebrates Fluffy too! Whether you are a cat person or dog person, today serves as a reminder to pamper your pet. Cuddle and snuggle with your beloved, furry friend. Shower him or her w
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Happy National Chip and Dip Day!
When it comes to holidays, today is a biggy! Not only is it National Puppy Day and Cuddly Kitten Day, but today also celebrates one of the best snacks of all time! Chips and dip! March 23 is National Chip and Dip Day! While the origins of this annual food holiday are unknown, most people probably won’t need much of an excuse to indulge in a little dippin’ delight in honor of the occasion! Whether you prefer sweet or spicy or somewhere in between, who can resist a salty, crunc
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International Goof-Off Day
This has got to be one of the best days of the year! March 22nd is International Goof-Off Day!Although the origins of this annual event are unknown, many folks may not care who "invented" this holiday. Just think of the possibilities - no school, no work and no housework chores! Heading to the beach, going on an all-day shopping trip or just staying in bed all day long, eating decadent bonbons while watching your favorite flicks, sounds like a perfect plan, eh? Of course, the
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World Water Day
If you need a little something to whet your whistle right about now, a tall glass of ice water may be just the ticket. For many of us, access to clean and safe water is as simple as turning on the tap or opening the 'fridge and grabbing a cool bottle of water. It is also something that many of us take for granted - until we don't have it. Millions of people around the world do not and the numbers are staggering. It is estimated that over 780 million people do not have access
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National Single Parent(s) Day: Celebrating single parents across America
Let’s face it, raising children can be challenging. But for many single parents, it can be downright difficult. For many singles, trying to be both mother and father and going it alone can be stressful, lonely and frustrating for many. Each year, National Single Parent(s) Day is celebrated on March 21. In 1984, National Single Parents Day was enacted by President Ronald Reagan and the United States Congress. A portion of the declaration reads: “Now, Therefore, I, Ronald
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National Teenagers' Day: Celebrating those wonderful teenage years
Besides National Single Parents’ Day and Fragrance Day, today is all about the younger generation. While the origins of this annual “holiday” are unknown, March 21 is National Teenagers' Day or National Teenager Day. Let’s face it – the teenage years for many children, and adults, can be difficult ones. Mood swings, rolling eyes, attitude and getting behind the wheel can be enough to drive any sane parent a bit crazy! If you are a parent of a teenager – life can be a bit, wel
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Fragrance Day: The nose knows just how sweet it is - or not
While the smell of spring is in the air, there is something else in the air today. So go ahead – take a good, long whiff and sniff - it's (National) Fragrance Day! While the origins of this sweet-smelling day are unknown, Fragrance Day is an annual “holiday” celebrated every year on March 21, one day after Proposal Day. There are good ones and bad ones and there are some in between. There are some that make you hungry and some that make you scream. The sense of smell is a del
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Spring has Sprung: 40 Spring Cleaning Tips
Can you feel it? Spring is in the air! The days are lighter longer, the grass is greener, the birds are chirping and the flowers are peeking through the soil! Yessir, spring has officially sprung! The transition period between a long winter and a hopefully mild summer is here. Spring officially begins on the Vernal Equinox. For folks in the Northern Hemisphere, that occurs during the middle of March – on March 20, to be exact. Although spring is generally a welcome season of
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Proposal Day: How to pop the question & put a ring on it
It’s time. It’s time to take the plunge and pop the question! No more sweaty palms and racing heart excuses. No more waiting for the “perfect time”. It's time to get on bended knee and finally put a ring on it! No matter how old or young you happen to be, this is the perfect time to celebrate love, commitment and that very special person in your life – it’s Proposal Day. Observed on March 20, the annual holiday was created in the 70s by John Michael O’Loughlin after a relativ
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It’s Extraterrestrial Abductions Day: The aliens are coming on March 20th!
Look up in the sky. Way, way up. Do you see anything out of the ordinary? From green beer cheer and leprechauns, to green uniforms, a greener earth and the first day of spring, March is all about the color green and today is no exception! If you happen to believe in out-of-this-world creatures with a slight tint of green, today is the perfect day to get your green on! March 20 is Extraterrestrial Abductions Day, also referred to as Alien Abduction Day. While the origins of th
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Happy Let's Laugh Day
Let's face it. Americans are just plain stressed out! Today is about letting go of all that stress and having a good laugh or two! March 19 is Let’s Laugh Day! While the origins of this annual “howliday” are unknown, people really need to take a moment out of their hectic schedules and laugh out loud! Not a tweeny, weeny hee-hee, but a good, hard guttural laugh. And whoever said “Laughter is the best medicine” was definitely onto something because many experts believe laughin
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St. Patrick's Day
Whether you are planning a great big bash or small get-together with your favorite Leprechauns, it's time to get lucky. St. Patrick's Day is finally here! Along with corned beef and wearing green, nothing quite says St. Patrick’s Day like indulging on awee bit of green beer. In fact, green beer remains a tradition in many homes and pubs. But just in case you don’t happen to be a big beer fan, no worries. There are plenty of amazing cocktails that are sure to tickle your Irish
