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Giving Tuesday
'Tis the season – the shopping season, that is. Over the past few days, millions of bargain hunters hit the brick-and-mortar stores and online retailers to find the best bang for their holiday bucks during the annual Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday shopping events. It’s Giving Tuesday, a global event that reminds us what the real meaning of the holidays is really about – giving back. First launched in 2012 by Henry Timms, #GivingTuesday is observed annu
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Cyber Monday: Get the best bang for your buck online!
Tis the season – the shopping season, that is, and many retailers across the nation have been busy gearing up for the busiest shopping season of the year! With the big Black Friday shopping extravaganza just days away, another major shopping event is also right around the corner. The first Monday after Thanksgiving is Cyber Monday, an annual online shopping event that officially takes place this year on Nov. But one retailer just announced it will be kicking off the popular C
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National French Toast Day
If you’re looking for a wonderful way to start your day, go grab your fork. Nov. 28 is National French Toast Day, an annual food holiday dedicated to delicious French toast. While the origins of this particular holiday are unknown, French toast has been enjoyed for centuries. Traditionally made with bread and dunked in an egg, milk and extract flavoring mixture, the bread is then cooked in a skillet until the center is done and both sides are a beautiful golden brown hue. The
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Small Business Saturday: Stop and shop at mom-and-pop stores on Main Street
While consumers are searching for the best bang for their buck during the annual Black Friday shopping event, business owners across America are hard at work promoting their businesses as well. Once again, a special shopping day is also getting quite a bit of buzz! An annual "holiday" observed on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, smack dab in between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, is almost here! It's Small Business Saturday (SBS). Small Business Saturday, launched in 2010 by
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National Cake Day
When it comes to holidays, today takes the cake! Literally! If your taste buds are screaming for a sweet treat to eat, go grab your fork. Nov. 26 is National Cake Day in the U.S.A. While the origins are unknown, this annual food holiday celebrates one of America's most beloved desserts. The first cakes, which were more like bread, go way, way back. Early cakes were unleavened bread which were often sweetened with fruit, nuts and honey. The word “cake” is derived from the Old
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Black Friday quotes: Silly & sarcastic sayings about holiday shopping frenzy
With the big holiday season right around the corner, retailers across the nation are gearing up for the busiest shopping season of the year! Yep - Black Friday and Cyber Monday are almost here! But this year, some retailers are offering holiday steals-and-deals earlier than ever! In fact, some stores aren't waiting until the "traditional" Black Friday. Despite the controversy, many are opening their doors on Thanksgiving! While many bargain hunters may appreciate the extra sh
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Buy Nothing Day: No purchase required!
As retailers around the nation have been getting ready for the busiest shopping season of the year, millions of consumers are anxious to find the best bang for their holiday bucks. Whether you plan on getting up at the crack of dawn on Black Friday or prefer to shop for the hottest steals-and-deals online and on your mobile devices during the big Cyber Monday event, the holiday shopping madness has arrived. But if you are sick-and-tired of the commercialization of the holiday
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Thanksgiving Quotes, Sayings & Toasts
One of the most beloved and celebrated holidays in the entire year is finally here. While millions of Americans have been busy pouring over the plethora of Black Friday ads trying to score the very best bang for their holiday bucks, the traditional Thanksgiving holiday is just days away. Thanksgiving is not only a time to spend with family, friends and loved ones, but is a time to reflect and give thanks for our many blessings and for the special folks who are near-and-dear t
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Tie One On Day: Put the thanks back in Thanksgiving by tying one on
With Thanksgiving and the highly-anticipated Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping events just a few days away, another special occasion is shining the spotlight on the holiday spirit. Tie One On Day (TOOD) is an annual holiday that takes place on the day before Thanksgiving. While Thanksgiving is all about giving thanks and Black Friday is all about steals-and-deals, Tie One On Day celebrates the spirit of giving. Best-selling author EllynAnne Geisel came up with the idea s
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Blackout Wednesday 'buzz': Holiday cheer party night sobering reminder
With the big holiday season right around the corner, many people across the nation will be celebrating with friends, loved ones and co-workers. Family feasts, office parties and holiday gatherings are often a big part of the occasion. While many Americans are getting ready for the big Black Friday shopping event, another "black" holiday is also getting quite a bit of "buzz." Thanksgiving Eve is known as Black Wednesday (or Blackout Wednesday), one of the biggest bar nights an
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National Espresso Day ‘buzz’: Grab a cuppa popular Italian-style coffee
Have you heard the latest “buzz?” A very tasty beverage holiday is here and Americans are in the mood to celebrate! If you need a little something to get up and go, go grab your cup. Nov. 23 is National Espresso Day in the U.S.A! The annual beverage holiday celebrates espresso, the bold Italian-style coffee that millions just can’t seem to get enough of. Many believe espresso is a type of bean, it isn’t. It is actually the way it is brewed that makes it espresso. Legend has i
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Eat a Cranberry Day
It's time to pucker up, America! Just in time for the holidays, Nov. 23 is Eat a Cranberry Day! Whether you prefer yours fresh, dried or in a refreshing beverage, the little red fruit packs quite a punch! Whether you are a fan or, well, not so much, cranberries are good for you! Some studies show cranberries may help prevent urinary tract infections, gum disease and ulcers. Cranberries are low in sodium, cholesterol-free and have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer benefits, to
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Go for a Ride Day
If you’re feeling a little stressed out these days, today may be right up your alley! Nov. 22 is Go for A Ride Day, an annual “holiday” that serves as a reminder to live a little! While the origins of this holiday are unknown, Go for a Ride Day provides the perfect excuse to stop what you are doing and go for a nice ride. Planes, Trains and Automobiles In honor of the special occasion, why not hop on the car, bike or motorcycle? Heck, you could even hitch a ride on a boat, f
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World Hello Day: Universal greeting promotes world peace
Hello! Today is World Hello Day, an annual "holiday" that promotes peace by encouraging people around the globe to "greet 10 people for peace." For more than 40 years, people all around the globe from 180 countries have celebrated World Hello Day on Nov. 21. Brian McCormack and Michael McCormack created the event back in the early 70s during the Egypt and Israel conflict. Since then, many world leaders, politicians and celebrities, including President Bill Clinton, President
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Beautiful Day: Life is beautiful – when you take the time to look
When it comes to beautiful days of the year, today takes the cake. Nov. 20 is Beautiful Day, an annual “holiday” that celebrates all things beautiful. Let’s face it. Life can be hard. With all the negative things going on in the world today, life can be difficult. And with Thanksgiving and Black Friday just a few days away, this time of year can be downright stressful. Beautiful Day serves as a reminder to slow down and stop and smell the roses. How to Celebrate Beautiful Day
