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National Drink Wine Day: Cheers!
While Valentine’s Day celebrates love, romance and your significant other, today celebrates a beverage folks have been enjoying for thousands of years. Whether you prefer the red, white, dry or the sparkling variety, today is dedicated to all things wine. Get ready to raise your glasses, America. It's National Drink Wine Day in the U.S.A! While some folks celebrate the refreshing occasion just about every day of the year, this “holiday” is officially celebrated on Feb. 18. W
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Random Acts of Kindness Day
Feb. 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day, an annual event which occurs during Random Acts of Kindness Week. Let’s face it. Most of us are overworked, underpaid and just plain stressed out. Sometimes all it takes is a smile, a kind word or gesture to a friend, a neighbor or a stranger. A simple heartfelt compliment can really brighten someone’s day. And a simple act of kindness doesn’t cost a thing – just a moment out of time. A spontaneous pat on the back or gentle hug can chee
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National Cafe Au Lait Day
If you need a little pick-me-up right about now, go grab your mug. Not only is Feb. 17 Random Acts of Kindness Day, it is also National Cafe Au Lait Day in the U.S.A! Hooray! Cafe au Lait, which is French for coffee with milk, is a delicious beverage made with coffee and milk or half-and-half. Cheers!
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Happy Do a Grouch a Favor Day: Famous American grumps & cranky characters
While we can all be one from time-to-time, chances are pretty good you either know one, work with one and/or live with one. You know the type – prickly, stern, cranky, abrasive, with zero sense of humor and downright nasty to be around. Doom and gloom is their mantra! Yessir, they can make life just plain miserable for non-grouches! But today is about turning the other cheek and doing something nice for those folks we avoid most - habitual grouches, grumps, scrooges and sourp
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National Gumdrop Day
Feb. 15 is National Gumdrop Day. Spicy or sweet and colorful to eat, gum drops are delicious bite-sized treats made with gelatin or pectin and coated in sugar. Although its origins are unknown, the annual “holiday” is celebrated one day after Valentine’s Day. This National Gumdrop Day, why not whip up a gumdrop recipe or play a nostalgic game of Candy Land in honor of this annual event?
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Presidents' Day: 50 Patriotic & Inspirational Presidential Quotes and Sayings
While millions of Americans across the nation are coping with frigid temperatures and snowy weather, a special occasion is finally here and Americans are more than ready to celebrate a long, three-day weekend. The third Monday in February is Presidents' Day, also known as Washington’s Birthday. The federal holiday not only honors George Washington’s birthday, but also honors all of America's past and present presidents. As some businesses celebrate the occasion by offering fa
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Valentine's Day: 10 Romantic Movies
Instead of going out for an expensive night on the town this year, why not do something different this Valentine’s Day? Whip up a tasty home-cooked meal, grab a bottle of your favorite bubbly, snuggle with your favorite guy or gal and watch a romantic flick instead. Just make sure you have plenty of tissues handy! 10 Romantic Valentine's Day Movies Titanic - Talented James Cameron directs this blockbuster film that won 11 Academy Awards. The tear-jerker includes up-and-
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Valentine's Day: Best Valentine’s Day Sayings & Quotes for Your Sweetheart
Romance is in the air. It's Valentine's Day, a special day of the year dedicated to love and romance. Valentine’s Day is also big business for small businesses. In fact, it is the one of the biggest money-making holidays of the year for restaurants, florists and candy businesses. Remind that special person in your life just how much he or she means to you with a special gift for that one-of-a-kind guy or gal. Whether inspirational or romantic, funny or sweet, check out thes
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Pet Theft Awareness Day: Tip Top Tips to keep Fido & Fluffy safe
Besides Valentine’s Day and Read to Your Child Day, today is also an important day for our special four-legged friends. Today is Pet Theft Awareness Day (PTAD). This annual “holiday” has been observed on Feb. 14 since the Last Chance for Animals (LCA) launched the campaign back in 1988. The event not only brings attention to the issue of pet theft, but also helps educate pet owners on how to protect their beloved pets before it’s too late. Some people are unaware how often th
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t’s Read to Your Child Day: The many benefits of reading to children
As far as holidays go, February 14 is a big day in holiday land! This special day has something for everyone – sweethearts, children, parents and our four-legged friends. Besides Valentine’s Day and Pet Theft Awareness Day, today is also Read to Your Child Day. Spending a few minutes a day reading to your children is one of the best things you can do for them. In fact, there are many benefits to reading to your kids. Benefits of Reading to Children Reading to your children is
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National Tortellini Day
If you are a pasta lover, go grab your fork. Feb. 13 is National Tortellini Day, an annual food holiday that celebrates this delicious Italian dish. Tortellini is a ring-shaped pasta typically stuffed with meat or cheese. Whether you prefer yours smothered in a delicious sauce, in a piping-hot bowl of soup or in a cold pasta salad, this versatile stuffed pasta originated in the region of Bologna, Italy. Tortellini is such a beloved dish, members of the secretive Learned Order
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Kiss Day: Pucker up and plant one on the one you love & kissing quotes
Love is in the air – can you feel it? One of the most romantic holidays of the entire year is almost here. While Valentine’s Day is just hours away, another romantic occasion is here. Get ready to pucker up, folks. Feb. 13 is Kiss Day, an annual event observed around the world on the sixth day of Valentine’s Day week! Whether it is done on the hand, the cheeks or the lips, this universal form of expression can be shared between a parent and child, between friends, used as a t
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Abraham Lincoln: Quotes & sayings from an iconic American president
When it comes to special occasions, Feb. 12 honors one of America’s most popular and beloved presidents. It’s Lincoln’s Birthday, also known as Abraham Lincoln Day and/or Lincoln Day. Abraham Lincoln was born on this day in Kentucky in 1809. He was a farmer and a captain in the Black Hawk War. With no formal education, he became an attorney, studying law on his own. He eventually married Mary Todd and the couple had four boys. Only one lived to adulthood. While his first poli
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Satisfied Staying Single Day: Special holiday celebrates singles
One of the most romantic holidays of the entire year is year is almost here. While many couples look forward to the annual Valentine’s Day event, some people dread it. While Valentine’s Day celebrates love and romance, it can be a difficult time for some who are alone. Whether by choice or not, the creative folks at Wellcat created an event specifically for singles. Feb. 11 is Satisfied Staying Single Day, an annual occasion that celebrates people who don't happen to have a p
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National Make a Friend Day: Best quotes and sayings about friendship
When it comes to holidays, February 11 is a biggy when it comes to holidays. Not only is it the refreshing National Peppermint Patty Day, Don't Cry Over Spilled Milk Day and Satisfied Staying Single Day, February 11 is also National Make a Friend Day! Let's be honest. Many of us are overworked and just plain stressed out. We are busy leading such hectic lives, we barely have time for ourselves, much less maintaining old friendships. While the origins of this annual holiday ar
