Rid the World of Fad Diets and Gimmicks Day is marked every Tuesday after the third Sunday of January, kicking off Healthy Weight Week. This year, it falls on January 21. The day aims to advocate for effective weight management, promoting healthy eating habits and a balanced diet. Weight management encompasses various […]
Own Your Own Home Day is celebrated annually on January 21, honoring the journey of homeownership and highlighting its many advantages. Interestingly, it wasn’t until the 1860s, following the enactment of the National Bank Acts, that mortgages became a common practice. This financial tool has significantly boosted homeownership, enabling over half of […]
Camcorder Day is celebrated every year on January 20, and this special day honors one of humanity’s most remarkable inventions. Before cameras and video recorders existed, the only way to hold onto memories was in our minds. Thanks to technological progress, the camcorder was born—a device that records and stores videos at […]
Blue Monday arrives each year on the third Monday of January, a day shrouded in controversy as it’s said to be the saddest day of the year. As we endure frigid temperatures, glance at our post-holiday credit card statements, and come to terms with our slipping New Year’s resolutions, many wonder if […]
World Snow Day occurs annually on the third Sunday of January, a celebration initiated by the International Ski Federation (FIS). The main objective of this day is to encourage children to engage in snow sports like skiing and snowboarding, while also providing families with the opportunity to enjoy quality time in the […]
Tin Can Day is celebrated every January 19, honoring the unassuming tin can that keeps our favorite foods fresh. Imagine a world without these handy containers; food storage and preservation would be a much more complicated affair. The beauty of canned goods is that they are available to everyone, regardless of background. […]
League of Nations Day is celebrated every year on January 10. This observance marks the establishment of the League in 1920, following the approval of 42 nations the year prior. The primary aim of this now-defunct international entity was to foster world peace and encourage cooperation among countries. Additionally, the League focused […]
Play God Day takes place annually on January 9. While its title might imply some kind of reenactment, the true purpose of this day is about performing acts of kindness for others. The essence of the day is to “play God” by reflecting the blessings that one might associate with a divine […]
Alpha Kappa Alpha Day has been commemorated every January 15 since the sorority’s founding over a hundred years ago. As the first black female sorority, it proudly represents countless remarkable black women in the United States. Among its notable members is Kamala Harris, who made history as the first black woman to […]
World Logic Day is an annual event celebrated on January 14th. Initiated by UNESCO on November 26, 2019, this day intends to spotlight the rich history, importance, and practical applications of logic within scientific circles and the general public. The idea was first birthed by the Logica Universalis Association (LUA) and was […]