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Eat Outside Day
Aug. 31 reminds us to take a little rest and relaxation during our hectic and busy lives! It's Eat Outside Day, sometimes referred to as Eat Outdoors Day! No matter what you call it, today is all about escaping to the great outdoors and living a little! Today is the perfect time to take a moment out of your day and enjoy the view in the great outdoors. Cooler, dreary weather is not too far away. How to Celebrate Eat Outside Day Surprise that special someone in your life wit
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Princess Diana Memorial Day: The world remembers the Queen of Hearts
Today marks the anniversary of the tragic death of one of the world’s most beautiful and admired women and over 20 years later, the world still remembers – and mourns. On Aug. 31, 1997, Diana, the Princess of Wales, died in a horrific car crash moments after leaving the Ritz Hotel in Paris. Lady Diana Frances Spencer was born on July 1, 1961. “Shy Di” went on to marry Prince Charles on July 29, 1981. Millions around the world watched the fairy-tale wedding as it happened on t
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National Trail Mix Day
Hip hip hooray - Aug. 31 is National Trail Mix Day. While its origins are unknown, this annual “food holiday” celebrates trail mix – a healthy snack usually comprised of dried fruits, nuts, seeds, granola, coconut and a bit of sweet chocolate. Legend has it that some surfer dudes invented trail mix back in the '60s. Like the name suggests, trail mix is the perfect pick-me-up while hiking on a trail or a great lunchtime or afternoon snack. Trail Mix, also referred to as GORP (
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Frankenstein Day
If you’re in the mood for a classic horror story or happen to be a monster fan, August 30 is your lucky day! Not to be confused with Frankenstein Friday or National Frankenstein Day, Frankenstein Day is annual “howliday” that celebrates the life of one of the world’s best known authors, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. Shelley was born on August 30, 1797. Her mother died soon after her birth and her father eventually remarried. With a new cruel step-mother and an emotionally dist
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National Beach Day
Let’s talk trash, shall we? A special day of the year is here and people are ready to celebrate by talkin’ trash! As the dog days of summer wind down, it’s time to head to your nearest beach. Aug. 30 is National Beach Day (NBD)! 2015 marks the first annual National Beach Day, created by animal lover and author, Colleen Paige. In an interview, Paige said she created the event to not only celebrate the beauty of beaches near and far, but to also raise awareness about the impact
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National Toasted Marshmallow Day: The ooey, gooey sweet treats to eat and drink
If your sweet tooth is aching for a sweet treat to eat, you’re in luck! Aug. 30 is National Marshmallow Toasting Day, also referred to as National Toasted Marshmallow Day. But no matter what you call it, today is all about enjoying those ooey gooey, teeny weeny bite-sized puffy clouds of deliciousness. While the origins of this food holiday are unknown, folks have been gobbling up marshmallows since the 19th century. For many people, roasting marshmallows evokes many fond chi
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National Holistic Pet Day: Tip-Top Tips to Keep Fido & Fluffy Healthy & Safe
Have you heard the “mews?” On the “heels” of National Dog Day, today is dedicated to those beloved furry friends that are near-and-dear to our hearts. Today is an annual “howliday” that raises awareness about the importance of providing a healthy diet, lifestyle and environment for pets of all shapes, sizes and species. Aug. 30 is National Holistic Pet Day. While many Americans are making healthier choices, it is so important our pets live healthy lifestyles, too. Take a lo
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Chop Suey Day
Aug, 29 celebrates a popular Chinese-American dish. It's Chop Suey Day. While the origins of this annual food holiday are unknown, Chop Suey, which means “odds and ends,” is a dish comprised of a mixture of ingredients including a variety of vegetables, meat and eggs served over noodles or rice. While the “inventor” is unknown, folks have been enjoying this delicious dish since the 19th century. In honor of Chop Suey Day, why not whip up a chop suey recipe?
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Red Wine Day: Cheers!
Whether you consider yourself a connoisseur, novice or somewhere in between, get ready to raise your glass, America. Aug. 28 is Red Wine Day (RWD) in the U.S.A! This annual 'spirited' holiday, created in 2013 by wine-lover and freelance writer, Jace Shoemaker-Galloway. Today's red wine is produced all over the world and available in many tasty varieties. From Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir to Beaujolais Nouveau, Malbec, Zinfandel or Chianti, red wine not only tast
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Banana Lover's Day
On the heels of National Banana Split Day, August 27 is Banana Lover’s Day! Native to Malaysia, people have been enjoying bananas for centuries. Globally, more than 100 billion bananas are consumed each year. Americans eat more bananas than any other fruit – consuming close to 30 pounds of bananas annually. Did you know bananas do not grow on trees? They are actually the world’s largest perennial herb and can grow up to 25 feet tall. A cluster of bananas is called a “hand” co
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National Dog Day: ‘Howliday’ celebrates canines & honors man’s best friend
When it comes to holidays, Aug. 26 is going to the dogs – literally! A very special “howliday” observed during the dog days of summer is here and folks around the nation are ready to celebrate. It’s National Dog Day (NDD), an annual holiday that celebrates and honors man’s best friend - dogs. Author, celebrity pet lifestyle expert and animal lover, Colleen Paige, launched National Dog Day in 2004 to honor the amazing Search & Rescue dogs at Ground Zero after the Septemb
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Women's Equality Day
Aug. 26 is Women’s Equality Day, an annual event that celebrates the passage of the 19th Amendment. It was on this day back in 1920, women finally won the right to vote after decades of a courageous civil rights effort. Social activist, attorney and Congresswoman, Bella Abzug. introduced Women’s Equality Day decades ago. In 1971, a Joint Resolution of the United States Congress designated August 26th as Women’s Equality Day. August 26th not only looks back at an important eve
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National Whiskey Sour Day: Cheers!
When it comes to holidays, Aug. 25 is sure to lift your "spirits!" Not only is it National Banana Split Day and Kiss and Make Up Day, Aug. 25 also celebrates a classic cocktail. Get ready to raise your glass, America. It's National Whiskey Sour Day! Folks have been sippin' on Whiskey Sours for years. Legend has it this fabulous cocktail first appeared in print back in 1862. This drink was actually the most popular cocktail in the United States for over a century! Not too tart
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Kiss and Make Up Day: Top Tips to Say You're Sorry
For some folks, saying “I’m sorry” are two of the most difficult words to say outloud. Whether you have had a little spat, difference of opinion or down-and-out argument, one day a year is dedicated to apologies. While the origins of this holiday are unknown, Kiss and Make Up Day is an annual holiday observed on Aug. 25. While we all have disagreements and arguments from time-to-time, life is too short to hold grudges. Although they may seem monumental at the time, arguments
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National Banana Split Day
Today is a great day to go bananas. Aug. 25 is National Banana Split Day! This creamy dessert or snack has been eaten by young and old alike since the turn of the century. After all, who can resist bananas surrounded by scoops of creamy vanilla, chocolate and strawberry ice cream topped with nuts, whipped cream and a maraschino cherry served in a long dish? While the origins of this holiday are unknown, David Evans Strickler, an apprentice pharmacist, is credited as the “inve
