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National Kitten Day
When it comes to holidays, today is, well, "purrfect". It's National Kitten Day, a worldwide event that not only celebrates kittens of all shapes, breeds and sizes, but also encourages adoption. First celebrated in December, the annual event is now celebrated on July 10. Animal Welfare Advocate, Celebrity Pet Expert and animal lover, Colleen Paige, launched the special day in 2013. Besides celebrating kittens in all their adorable cuteness, National Kitten Day also shines t
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National Sugar Cookie Day
If you’re in the mood for a little sweet treat to eat, you’re in luck! July 9 is National Sugar Cookie Day! While the origins of this annual food holiday are unknown, sugar cookies are bite-sized delights that melt in your mouth and are available in a slew of shapes and sizes. Typically made with flour, sugar, eggs, butter and vanilla, these popular goodies are the cookie of choice for one very busy man while he delivers all sorts of goodies and Christmas cheer to millions of
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National No Bra Day
If you’re a fan of this column, you know we celebrate all sorts of traditional, non-traditional and downright wacky holidays and today is no exception. Not only is it National Sugar Cookie Day, but today also celebrates a widely worn undergarment. It’s National No Bra Day! No foolin’! The annual event was launched by Anastasia M. Doughnuts. Whether you call them bras, camisoles, lingerie or "armor for the arms," today's brassieres are defined as "a woman's undergarment for su
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Video Game Day
Do you want to play a game? Get ready to hold onto your joystick, ladies and gents. July 8 is Video Game Day also referred to as Video Games Day. Not to be confused with National Video Games Day or International Games Day, this annual “holiday” celebrates video games and the folks who love to play them. After a hard day at work or school, video games provide a much needed respite from our busy and stress-filled lives. From thrill-seeking adventures, sports and who-done-it my
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National Macaroni Day
July 7 is pretty special when it comes to holidays! Not only is it Tell the Truth Day and Chocolate Day, it’s also National Macaroni Day - no lie! If your stomach is starting to growl and those hunger pangs are twanging, how does a heapin’ helping of macaroni and cheese, followed by a decadent chocolate dessert sound right about now? While the origins of this annual food holiday are unknown, this popular pasta has been an American favorite for years. The small, tubular pieces
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It's Chocolate Day
When it comes to sweet treats to eat, nothing quite hits the spot like a rich, creamy and decadent bite of chocolate. If you are a chocolate connoisseur, you’re in luck. July 7 is one of the most delicious days of the entire year! It's Chocolate Day, also known as World Chocolate Day. While the origins of this annual food holiday are unknown, who needs an excuse to indulge in a little chocolate? Americans love chocolate so much, there are a slew of tasty holidays dedicated to
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National Fried Chicken Day: Finger-lickin' good!
It’s that time of year again. Finger-lickin’ time, that is. July 6 is National Fried Chicken Day in the U.S.A! Crispy and crunchy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, fried chicken has been a favorite food for Americans for decades. While the origins of this annual food holiday are unknown, why not whip up one or two fried chicken recipes in honor of the occasion? Mmm, mmm good! #NationalFriedChickenDay #recipes #chicken #friedchicken #KFC #July6
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National Workaholics Day
If you live to work, thrive on challenges, live and breathe the office and haven’t taken a vacation in years, this special occasion may be right up your alley! July 5 is National Workaholics Day, an annual “holiday” dedicated to those hard-working Americans who love to work and those who love them. While the boss may appreciate the workaholic’s work ethic, working all the time can be detrimental to one’s personal life. For the workaholic, there is no such thing as a 40-hour w
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National Bikini Day: Celebrating the Itsy Bitsy Beautiful Bikini
Not only is July 5 National Workaholics Day, it’s also a very special day many will really appreciate! Whether you love to wear them or prefer to observe them, this annual holiday celebrates the iconic, itsy-bitsy, teeny-weeny bikini. July 5 is National Bikini Day! Summer season is here and lots and lots of sexy skin is in! On this day back in 1946, French automobile engineer, Louis Reard, officially debuted a creation that would forever change the fashion industry. Reard "in
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Independence Day: Patriotic Quotes & Sayings for July 4
July 4 is Independence Day in the U.S.A and many around the nation will attend picnics, parades, backyard barbecues and/or spectacular fireworks displays in honor of the Fourth of July holiday. Celebrate America’s birthday with the following patriotic quotes and sayings perfect for Independence Day. Patriotic Quotes & Sayings Perfect for Independence Day I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed. “We hold these truths to b
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National Hillbilly Day
While millions of Americans are busy celebrating America’s birthday, July 4 is also National Hillbilly Day, y'all! While the origins of this annual “holiday” are unknown, hillbillies are often described as simple country folk who live in rural, remote areas of the south and are often out of touch with modern society. And how does one celebrate the annual holiday? The best way to observe National Hillbilly Day is to go to a Hillbilly party, of course. After you get done with y
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National Compliment Your Mirror Day
If you have ever asked yourself, "Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest one of all?" It goes without saying, you are, of course! July 3 is National Compliment Your Mirror Day, a special day of the year that “reflects” just how beautiful you are! While the origins of this “holiday” are unknown, mirrors can be our best friend or greatest enemy. Mirrors are a girl’s best friend when we are younger. We spend a lot of time in front of the mirror, primping and perfecting, m
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Eat Beans Day
Green one, white ones, black ones or red ones, July 3 is dedicated to legumes. It’s Eat Beans Day! While your kids are probably still recovering from National Eat Your Vegetables Day, Eat Beans Day celebrates beans of all sizes, shapes and colors. Spilling the Beans on Beans While the origins of this annual food holiday are unknown, folks have been eating beans for centuries. High in protein and complex carbohydrates, beans are full of fiber, iron, potassium and calcium and a
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World UFO Day
Whether you believe in little green men and shiny flying saucers, many humans around the globe will take part in an out-of-this-world holiday. July 2 is the official World UFO Day, an annual event that recognizes the existence of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and marks the anniversary of a very special event. On July 2, 1947, Mac Brazel found something quite curious on his land in Roswell, New Mexico. In fact, the metal debris he found was so unusual, he notified authori
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International Joke Day
While many holidays have a serious message or theme, this particular holiday is a total joke. July 1 is International Joke Day, an annual ‘howliday’ celebrated around the world on the first of July. While the “creator” of this holiday is unknown, it's important to remember we all need to take a chill pill every now-and-then and take things a little less seriously. With high unemployment and a depressed economy, many people are overworked, underpaid and stressed out. We need t
