


Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Happy Thomas Crapper Day
Today serves as an important day in history. Not only is Jan. 27 National Chocolate Cake Day and one of the world’s most prolific composer’s birthday, but today also honors a man that deserves his own throne! Literally! It's Thomas Crapper Day! Although you may not be familiar with him, his name is synonymous with one of the best inventions of all time. The toilet! Thomas Crapper was born in Yorkshire, England, in 1836. He was a plumber with a reputation for quality workmansh



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Bald Eagle Appreciation Day
When it comes to holidays, January is all about appreciation. Not only do we appreciate the chance to ring in a New Year, but we also get to appreciate. Appreciate a Dragon Day, Squirrel Appreciation Day and Beer Can Appreciation Day. And January 26 is another day that celebrates one of the world's most magnificent creatures - it's Bald Eagle Appreciation Day. The Bald Eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus, became America's national bird in 1782. These amazing birds of prey live in



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Spouses Day: Celebrating Your Better Half
If you happen to be married, today may just be your significant other’s lucky day! Today is Spouses Day! Observed each year on January 26, this annual celebrates your "better half!" In our busy and hectic lives, those we care about most sometimes feel unappreciated and taken for granted. Today serves as an important reminder that we need to show that special person in our life just how much we care and appreciate him or her. And with the winter blues setting in, many people f



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It's National Opposite Day - Or is it?
If you are the type of person who likes to buck the system, refuses to go with the flow or marches to your own drummer, today may be your lucky day! It’s National Opposite Day. While the origins of this annual holiday are unknown, perhaps that’s the point? And if this day celebrates all things opposite, is it really a holiday at all? Regardless, kids are sure to get a great big kick out of this special day that turns conventional wisdom on its head. And since the most depress



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National Peanut Butter Day
If your taste buds are screamin’ for a tasty treat to eat, go grab a spoon. It’s time to “spread” a little love your way! Jan. 24 is National Peanut Butter Day. Not to be confused with National Peanut Butter Lovers’ Day, which is observed in March, this annual holiday also celebrates the nutty treat Americans love to eat – peanut butter. Whether you spread it on toast, sandwich it in a sandwich or eat it by the spoonful, today is the perfect day to enjoy a little peanut butt



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National Compliment Day: You are fabulous!
Jan. 24 is National Compliment Day, also referred to as Compliment Day. According to Dictionary.com, a compliment is an expression of praise, commendation, admiration, respect or regard. This annual holiday, created in 1998 by authors Debby Hoffman and Kathy Chamberlin, serves as a reminder to "connect positively with those you come in contact with." Let's face it. Many of us lead very hectic lives. Between the career, the kids, that never-ending to-do list and the constant c



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'Hoppy' Beer Can Appreciation Day! Cheers
If you appreciate a good beer every so often, today may be your lucky day! January 24 is Beer Can Appreciation Day, also known as National Beer Can Appreciation Day and/or International Beer Can Appreciation Day. Regardless of what you call it, this annual "holiday" commemorates the first day beer was sold in cans back on January 24th, 1935. The Gottfried Krueger Brewing Company first distributed it’s Krueger’s Finest Beer to the general public on that date and folks have bee



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National Pie Day
If your sweet tooth is screaming for a sweet treat to eat, go grab your fork! An annual food holiday that is as popular as, well, apple pie, is here and Americans are in the mood to celebrate. Jan. 23 is National Pie Day (NPD) in the U.S.A which means free and reduced pie. The annual food holiday, created by the American Pie Council, NPD is one of the most delicious of the entire year for pie lovers. Whether you prefer a decadent slice of cheesecake or prefer a more “healthy”



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Happy Measure Your Feet Day: Fun foot facts
When it comes to holidays, January 23 has a little something for everyone! Not only is it National Handwriting Day, National Reading Day and National Pie Day, which means free and cheap pie, it is also Measure Your Feet Day, too! No foolin! While the origins of this annual holiday are unknown, perhaps the day was created by a shoe salesman, designer, podiatrist or even a shoemaker, which just happens to be my maiden name! In honor of Measure Your Feet Day, why not get out the



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Happy National Handwriting Day – Write On
As technology continues to change the way we connect, learn and go about our everyday lives, the art of beautiful penmanship may one day be a thing of the past. But today is all about putting pen to paper. It’s National Handwriting Day, an annual event launched in 1977 by the Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association (WIMA). The holiday remind folks about the importance of handwriting and is celebrated annually on Jan. 23. How to Celebrate National Handwriting Day Practice



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It’s National Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day - Purrfect
Have you ever wondered what your favorite four-legged friend is thinking? Well, today may just be your lucky day. Jan. 22 is (National)Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day, an annual "howliday" created by the fine folks at Wellcat. Yep. It’s finally time to have that heart-to-heart chat with your cat! This annual holiday provides the “purrfect” opportunity to answer all those difficult questions Fluffy has been wondering about. Regardless of gender, color, size, age or breed, cats


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Nude Beach Day: Let it All Hang Out
If you enjoy letting it all hang out, today may just be your lucky day! Smack dab in the middle of winter, today is Nude Beach Day! This annual event is celebrated every January 22 to commemorate America’s first nude beach, which opened back in 1952, according to American Greetings. Whether you like taking a little dip in your all-together, prefer to go au natural at your nearest clothing optional beach or just hate annoying tan lines, nude beaches are located all over the wo



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Squirrel Appreciation Day: Nutty squirrel facts
If you've been feeling a little nutty lately, there may be a reason! Jan. 21 is Squirrel Appreciation Day! This annual holiday, created by wildlife rehabilitator Christy Hargrove in 2001, celebrates squirrels of all shapes, sizes and hues. Nutty Squirrel Facts According to National Geographic, there are over 200 species of squirrels around the world. Considered rodents, squirrels mostly munch on nuts, fruit, seeds, flowers, buds and tree sap. If you ever wondered how a squirr



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One-Liners Day: Movies most memorable and famous one-liners
Each year, millions turn on and tune in to watch the Golden Globes, Emmys, Oscars, People's Choice and/or SAG Awards to find out "who" the famous celebs are wearing as they stroll down the red carpet and find out who takes home the coveted trophy for the best of the best in film and television. With the highly anticipated award season in full swing, a special day of the year is almost here that celebrates some of the best one-liners in films. Jan. 21 is One-Liners Day, an ann



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National Hugging Day: Reach out and hug someone
Besides Squirrel Appreciation Day and One-Liners Day, today is also National Hugging Day. This annual holiday, also referred to National Hug Day, is held each year on January 21st. Reverend Kevin Zaborney “created” this special “hugaday” back in 1986 and today, National Hugging Day is celebrated around the world. As we go about our busy and hectic lives, some believe hugging is beneficial to our health. Whether we hug your significant other, family member, co-worker, team mat