Author Archives: Christopher Moshier

January 26th – Big Wigs and Peanut Brittle

Big Wigs

Peanut Brittle Day Peanut Brittle Day is celebrated on January 26th and honors the delicious, crunchy treat known as peanut brittle. This classic candy is made by combining sugar, corn syrup, and peanuts, which are then cooked to a hard crack stage and cooled to create the crisp texture. Often flavored with a little vanilla […]

January 25th – Fluoride, Irish Coffee and the Weather

Weather

Fluoride Day Fluoride Day is celebrated on January 24th to raise awareness about the benefits of fluoride, particularly in oral health. Fluoride is a mineral commonly added to drinking water, toothpaste, and other dental products to help prevent tooth decay and cavities. The day encourages people to learn more about the science behind fluoride’s role […]

January 24th – Macintosh Computer, Beer Cans and Belly Laughs

Beer Cans

Macintosh Computer Day Macintosh Computer Day is celebrated on January 24th to mark the anniversary of the introduction of the Apple Macintosh personal computer in 1984. On this day, Apple unveiled the first Macintosh during a now-legendary commercial aired during the Super Bowl XVIII. The introduction of the Mac marked a revolutionary shift in personal […]

Clashing Clothes Day Observed the Fourth Thursday in January

Clashing Clothes

Clashing Clothes Day Clashing Clothes Day is celebrated on January 25th and is a fun, lighthearted day encouraging people to intentionally mix and match clothing that doesn’t traditionally go together—think bold patterns, bright colors, or styles that are opposite to each other. The day is all about creativity, self-expression, and having fun with fashion, embracing […]

January 23rd – Rhubarb Pie, Feet and Snowplows

Rhubarb Pie

Rhubarb Pie Day National Rhubarb Pie Day is celebrated on January 23rd, honoring the delicious, tangy dessert made with rhubarb, a vegetable that’s often treated like a fruit in baking. Rhubarb pie has been a staple in many homes, especially in the spring and summer, but this day celebrates its unique tart flavor and versatile […]

January 22nd – Cats, Hot Sauce and Polka Dots

Hot Ones Sauce

Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day is observed on January 22nd and is a fun, lighthearted holiday dedicated to imagining and answering the questions your cat might have. It’s a day to pay closer attention to your feline friend’s behavior and “respond” to their curiosity. Cat Supplies Hot Sauce Day National […]

January 21st – Sweatpants, Hugging and Granola Bars

Hugging

Sweatpants Day People recognize January 21st as International Sweatpants Day, a fun occasion to ditch formal wear and enjoy a cozy, laid-back vibe. Whether at home, work (if allowed), or out running errands, rock your comfiest sweatpants. Invite friends for a casual movie night or game day—all in sweatpants! Perfect excuse for a chill day […]

January 20th – Penguins and Cheese

Penguins

Penguin Day While there isn’t an official “National Penguin Day” recognized globally, the two primary days that celebrate penguins and raise awareness about their conservation are Penguin Awareness Day (January 20) and World Penguin Day (April 25). Both days highlight the importance of protecting penguins and their habitats, especially given the threats they face from […]

Do You Have the Blues?

Blue Monday

Blue Monday “Blue Monday” refers to the third Monday in January, often labeled as the “saddest day of the year.” This idea is based on a formula combining factors like post-holiday blues, debt, cold weather, and failed New Year’s resolutions. However, it’s not scientifically validated and is considered more of a marketing concept. Support the […]

Martin Luthor King Junior Day

Martin Luthor King Junior

Martin Luthor King Junior Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a U.S. federal holiday observed annually on the third Monday of January. It honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a prominent leader in the American civil rights movement who advocated for racial equality and nonviolent resistance to injustice. Support […]