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Chaos Never Dies Day
Let’s face it. Americans are just plain stressed out! Between the busy careers, never ending chores, homework and children’s after-school activities, November 9 is Chaos Never Dies Day, an annual “holiday” that recognizes that chaotic lifestyle we are all too familiar with. And with the big holiday season right around the corner, be prepared to even more chaos to our already hectic lives. In our hurry up and wait, hustle-and-bustle, we want it yesterday world, it’s no wonder
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National Cappuccino Day buzz: Enjoy a Cuppa Cappuccino
Have you heard the latest “buzz?” If you need a little pick-me-up to jump-start your day, you're in luck! A very special day of the year is finally here and Americans are in the mood to celebrate! Get ready to raise your mugs, folks. Today is National Cappuccino Day in the U.S.A! This annual beverage holiday celebrates the delicious coffee drink traditionally made with equal parts of espresso, warm milk and steamed milk foam. Created centuries ago in Italy, cappuccinos were
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National Dunce Day
Not to be confused with National Dance Day, November 8 is National Dunce Day. This annual “holiday” marks the anniversary of the death of philosopher, author and theologian, John Duns Scotus. John Duns Scotus Scotus, known as the Subtle Doctor, was also the originator of the “duns cap” or Dunce Cap. Scotus believed that pointed, conical-shaped caps worn on top of the head, would increase learning potential by funneling knowledge into students’ brains. Afterall, wizards wore p
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Hug a Bear Day
Nov. 7 is Hug a Bear Day, an annual “holiday” that celebrates, well, we’re not quite sure! Whether this yearly occasion could celebrate hugging, wild bears or the cute and cuddly stuffed animals, why not celebrate all three just to make sure you don’t miss out? Did you know hugging is good for you? Research suggests that hugs boost our oxytocin levels, strengthen the immune system, elevate serotonin levels, boost self-esteem, relax our muscles and just make us feel good all o
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Daylight Saving Time Ends: It's Time to change clocks and fall back
After another successful Halloween holiday season has come and gone, it’s hard to believe, it’s time. Standard Time, that is! As the weather turns cooler and the days become shorter, another Daylight Saving Time (DST), sometimes referred to as Daylight Savings Time or Summer Time, is coming to an end. Each spring, we move the clocks forward an hour. But in the fall, we move the clocks back an hour. Confused? If it’s 8:00 p.m., you’ll move the clock back one hour to 7:00 p.m.
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National Wine Tasting Day: Swirl, Sniff & Sip a Great Tasting Wine Today
Get ready to raise your glasses, America. A very special day of the year is here and wine lovers across the nation are ready to celebrate! It’s time for wine, folks! It’s National Wine Tasting Day (NWTD), an annual beverage holiday created for the wine connoisseur, weekend warrior, novice and everyone in-between. Created by wine lover and freelance writer, Jace Shoemaker-Galloway, NWTD is observed on the first Saturday in November. Whether you prefer red, white, dry or sweet
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National Nachos Day: Double-dip those nacho chips
One of the tastiest food holidays in the entire year is here and Americans are ready to celebrate. Get ready to pull up a plate, folks! Nov. 6, celebrates the “invention” of one of the tastiest snacks around. It’s National Nachos Day in the U.S.A! People all over the world have been enjoying nachos since they were 'invented" by Ignacio “Nacho” Anaya, also known as the "Father of the Nacho” decades ago. In 1943, some military wives headed to the Mexican town of Piedras Negra
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Use Your Common Sense Day
Just in case you haven't noticed, the political climate in the United States is front-and-center in the news with a big election right around the corner. Nov. 4 is Use Your Common Sense Day, a trait many of our elected and wanna-be public officials seem to lack these days! This annual "holiday" was created by motivational speaker and author, Bud Bilanich, in an effort to encourage folks to use their common sense in all walks of life. Touted as "The Common Sense Guy," Bilani
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National Candy Day: The Sweet Treat Americans Love to Eat
One of the sweetest days in the entire year is here. It’s time to get your sweet tooth on, folks. Nov. 4 is National Candy Day in the U.S.A! Sweet! While the origins of this food holiday are unknown, now is the perfect day to satisfy that sugar craving. Whether you prefer rich and creamy chocolate, ooey gooey caramel, colorful jelly beans or jaw-breaking jaw breaker candies, folks have been indulging in these sweet treats for centuries. In honor of National Candy Day, check o
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National Sandwich Day
Hip hip hooray - Nov.3 is National Sandwich Day! John Montagu, the fourth Earl of Sandwich, is credited for "inventing” the sandwich back in 1762. Legend has it that because the Earl wanted to eat with one hand and gamble with the other hand, he instructed his servants to serve his meal between two slices of bread. The Earl of Sandwich was born on November 3rd, and folks have been enjoying sandwiches ever since. Whether you prefer more traditional sandwiches like peanut butte
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National Housewife Day: Celebrating Domestic Divas Across America
Nov. 3 celebrates the millions of women across America who work tirelessly each and every day with little appreciation or monetary compensation. It’s National Housewives Day, also called Housewives Day, Housewife's Day and/or Retro Housewives Day. Regardless of what you call it, this annual “holiday” celebrates the importance and many achievements of stay-at-home women. While the origins are unknown, today celebrates those hardworking domestic divas that have never-ending and
