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Today, is National Emo Day!

Did you, or do you, rock skinny jeans, tight T-shirts, and studded belts? How about jet-black hair and long bangs? For many people, the word “emo” describes a sad teenager who dresses in a very deliberate way. But the emo subculture has a long, storied history that reaches back to the 1980s and continues to resonate today. Get out your best black makeup today and rock on!

Only 6 more days until Christmas folks!

Today, is Buddy the Elf Day!

wear something green, pick up the phone, and celebrate Buddy The Elf Day! There have been dozens of excellent Christmas movies released through the years, but perhaps none as lovable as Will Ferrell’s Elf. So, this December 18th repeat after us: “Buddy the Elf, what’s your favorite color?” 

Only 7 more days until Christmas folks!

Today, is National Ugly Sweater Day.  

People all over the nation trade their casual garments for something more festive for Ugly Sweater Day. Whether you find a hidden gem to wear, or you make your own, one things for sure — this holiday will certainly have you laughing all day long!

Only 10 more days until Christmas folks!

Today, is National Monkey Day.  

We may look just a bit different from our primate pals, but we shouldn’t forget that we share a common ancestor with them in chimpanzees! Warm up those vocal cords and get ready to unleash your wildest calls and cries in observance of this holiday, which celebrates not just monkeys, but everything simian.  And maybe have a banana today.  That couldn’t hurt!

Only 11 more days until Christmas folks!

Today, is National Ice Cream Day.  

And we all love ice cream so much, that this day actually happens twice a year!  Its a great day for ice cream!…. Let’s have two!

Only 12 more days until Christmas folks!

Today, is National Gingerbread House Day.

Whether you’re a cookie building expert or your baked house falls apart as soon as you get the third wall glued on with icing, we can all agree the best part of building a gingerbread house is eating the sweet treat when we‘re done!

Only 13 more days until Christmas!

Today, is National Jon Day.

Jon is the short form of the English and Hebrew name ‘Jonathan,’ first introduced to the U.S. in around 1880. More than 380,000 people in the U.S. are called Jonathan. In Israel, ‘Yoni’ is a common nickname for ‘Yonatan’, the Hebrew version of Jonathan. The name is most commonly associated with Jonathan from the Bible, who is a close friend to David and one of the most admired characters in the Old Testament due to his fearlessness and loyalty.

Only 14 more days until Christmas!

Today, is National Brownie Day!

Warm, chewy, and rich, a nice chocolate, “or blondie” brownie, is the perfect dessert to end your night with. Indulge in gooey goodness and let the real world melt away with you for a delectable moment.  And add some ice cream?!… Oh baby!!!

Only 17 more days until “Christmas” folks!

Today, is National Pearl Harbor Day.

On December 7th, 1941, more than 2,400 people died in Japan’s attack on the Hawaiian base of America’s Pacific Fleet. Hundreds of aircraft were destroyed or damaged, as were most of the ships in the harbor.  It was an unprecedented surprise attack that precipitated the United States entry into World War 2.  Make Love, not war.

Only 18 more days until Christmas folks!

Today, is St. Nicholas Day.

St. Nicholas Day of course carries some connection to Christmas and Santa Claus, but there is much more to this holiday and St. Nicholas than that.  Although St. Nicholas partially inspired the Christmas and Santa Claus that we all know and love, St. Nicholas actually derives from a different kind of tale. Let’s learn about St. Nicholas and what this day is truly about.

Only 19 more days until Christmas folks!