Showing posts with label holiday calendar. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holiday calendar. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Science Fiction Day - September 1

A Trip to the Moon
 considered one of the first science fiction films
was released in France on this day.
Are you a science fiction buff?
Watch a good science fiction movie.
Pick up a science fiction book.
Enjoy!
Science Fiction: Stories and Contexts

Monday, August 9, 2010

Wrap it up Day - August 9

Meaning: something is over, done with, finished.
So wrap it up....get it done!

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Sandwich Day - August 5

"The Sandwich".
Do you like them cold or hot?
BLT, subs, hot roast beef, meatball, chicken or fish?
Anything will do...
Have your favorite sandwich today...simple as that!
Nancy Silverton's Sandwich Book: The Best Sandwiches Ever--from Thursday Nights at Campanile

Saturday, July 31, 2010

Lasagna Day - July 31

Lasagna is a classic Italian pasta casserole dish
which consists of alternate layers of pasta,
cheese, and  a sauce.
Garlic bread or toast goes great with this feast.
The New Lasagna Cookbook: A Crowd-Pleasing Collection of Recipes from Around the World for the Perfect One-Dish Meal

Friday, July 30, 2010

Cheesecake Day - July 30

Pick your flavor.
Original Cheesecake Brownies
Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies
Godiva White Chocolate and Raspberries
Oreo Cookie
Black Forest
Bailey's Irish Cream
Amaretto®
Keylime
or take the Original and add a topping
cherry, blueberrry, or anything you can imagine.
Just enjoy!
 Omaha Steaks 1 (10 in.) Cheesecake Sampler

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Junk Food Day - July 22

One of the easiest to do holidays!
What is your favorite junk food?
Chips, candy, pretzels?
Any empty calorie food will do.
On a diet? Enjoy a little bit of junk food.
Kill the craving
Kettle Chips, Lightly Salted, 2-Ounce Bags (Pack of 24)

Friday, July 16, 2010

Museum Day - July 16

Is there a museum in the area you haven't explored?
Check it out, take the kids.
A wonderful way to add some education to the summer break.
Making Museums Matter

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Gummi Worms Day - July 15

Enjoy some Gummi Worms!
Get creative, make a "dirt" cake or cupcakes.
Easier yet is "dirt" pudding.
For group outdoor kid fun.
Take a clean plastic kids bucket and a some small toy shovels.
Add chocolate pudding, top with some crushed chocolate covered graham crackers
or crushed oreos. (The dirt)
Add some candy rocks and have your Gummi Worms crawling out of the mix.
Send the kids outside with the shovels and they can dig in.
Have them to play in the sprinkler for a rinse.
Sour Gummi Worms:5LBS

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Sugar Free Candy Day - June 2

GoLightly Sugar Free Pomegranate Candy - Reduced Calorie Candy - 2.75 oz Bag
Love candy?
Have you tried the sugar free types?
Lots of new great flavors out there.
Enjoy!

Sunday, May 23, 2010

Pac Man Day - May 23

Pac-Man  is an arcade game developed by Namco and licensed for distribution in the United States by Midway, first released in Japan on May 22, 1980.
The amazing part is that is still around 30 years later!
Challenging but simple.
Play Pac-Man here.
Pac-Man Rubber Mini Figure Set

Friday, May 14, 2010

National Receptionists Day - May 14

Do you know a receptionist?
Will you visit somewhere today that has a receptionist to greet you?
Be extra nice to a receptionist today.
They help you more than you know.
The Receptionist Handbook (Volume 1)

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Limerick Day - May 13

A limerick is a five-line poem in anapestic or amphibrachic meter with a strict rhyme scheme, which intends to be witty or humorous, and is sometimes obscene with humorous intent.
Learn all about limericks here.
Read a few today and enjoy!
Better yet make up your own and share it.
The Mammoth Book of Limericks

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Eat what you want day - May 11

Eat something today that you have been craving!
On a special diet?
Eat that one thing that keeps coming to mind.
No need to go crazy...
A slice of pizza, a chocolate bar, popcorn, nachos, ice cream.
Indulge a little and your diet will become bearable again.
Penguin Mints - Chocolate

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Be Kind to Animals - May 6


Most of you have pets.
Give them a hug and a treat today.
Your dog would love a walk.
Your cat would love a nice pet or play time.
Your other animals have favorite things to do.
Take little extra time today just for your pet.
See a stray dog or cat?
Just maybe you could stop for it and make sure it gets to a safe place.


Monday, April 26, 2010

Camera Day - April 24th

Very useful for recording memories.
Take your camera along more often.
Capture those pretty flowers, awesome sunset, friends and family.
Have fun!
Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Vehicle Day - April 20

Changed the oil in your car or truck lately?
Really cleaned the interior out?
Gave your vehicle a wash and wax?
Your vehicle works for you give it a little attention.
Popular Mechanics Complete Car Care Manual: Updated & ExpandedVehicle supplies

Monday, April 12, 2010

Licorice Day - April 12

When we think of Licorice, we normally think of long candies.
Licorice is actually a herb in origin.
Check out Wikipedia for all the details.
Modern day folks have changed to all kinds of flavors.
Strawberry, grape, cherry and good old black.
Have your favorite flavor today!
RJ's Black Soft Natural Eating Licorice, 10.6-Ounce Bags (Pack of 4)

Friday, April 2, 2010

International Children's Book Day - April 2nd

Read a story book to a child today.
Won't take long and will add lasting memories for both of you.
Find a nice easy story with bright pictures and read on.
Nice outside, sit on the porch.
Turn off the TV and read a story to your favorite kid friend.
Hippos Go Berserk

Monday, March 29, 2010

Full Moon - March 29th

If can tonight get out and see the full moon.
It is a wonderful thing to appreciate.
March's full moon is known as:
  • Lenten Moon
  • Worm Moon
  • Crow Moon
  • Crust Moon
  • Sugar Moon
  • Sap Moon
  • Chaste Moon
  • Death Moon
It also gives you a reason to get outside.
Uncle Milton Moon In My Room

Monday, February 8, 2010

Laugh and Get Rich Day - February 8th

How do you laugh and Get Rich?
Riches are not all about $$$$.
You can make your life richer by just enjoying it.
Can you also make your business richer by making it a fun place to work?
Laugh & Get Rich: How to Profit from Humor in Any Business