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Today, is National Sangria Day!The Spanish have spiked the punch and we’re definitely here for it. Whether you prefer it red or white, a nice chilled Sangria is no doubt refreshing, and instantly transports you to the sandy beaches of Spain in the Summer.Only 5 more days until Christmas folks!

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!

Today, is International Ninja Day.Back in 2003, “Ninja Burger” created International Ninja Day on December 5 as a way to celebrate the Ninja “speed” with which their burgers are delivered. Aside from that, ninjas are awesome. We all love them and secretly wish we were one. On this day, wear a ninja mask to work to plague your co-workers with ninja-ness and throwing stars! Got the day off? Dress like a ninja at the mall or run wild in the streets.Only 20 more days until Christmas!

Today, is National Cookie Day.Get ready to refill your cookie jar. Maybe you prefer your cookies to have a crunchy snap, or maybe you’d rather bite into soft and chewy sugary heaven. Either way, eating cookies brings us happiness, and we should all do it more often. Just don’t tell your doctor.Only 21 more days until Christmas!

Today, is National Peppermint Bark Day.On National Peppermint Bark Day, we celebrate the seasonal treat we cannot wait to get our hands on every Christmas! The unbeatable combination of mint and chocolate is the perfect sweet indulgence.24 more days until Christmas!

Today, is National Computer Security Day.National Computer Security Day demands our attention every November 30 because cyber security affects everything from where we bank and how we spend our money to who we elect to public office. We certainly don’t want a replay of MyDoom, the worst email virus in history, which caused $38.5 billion in damage, so let’s get educated on staying safe online!25 more days until Christmas!

Today, is Chadwick Boseman Day.Today is a day for us to remember the actor who sadly left us too soon. Boseman was perhaps most famous for playing Black Panther in the Marvel franchise, but also played James Brown in “Get On Up” as well as featuring prominently in “21 Bridges” and “42”. Known for his welcoming, humble personality and down to earth nature, Boseman died on August 28, 2020, as a result of complications due to colon cancer. He was 43.26 more days until Christmas!

Today, is Giving Tuesday.Every year, on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, people take the time to kick off the holiday season by giving back to their community. Whether it is donating money to a charitable cause or volunteering, Giving Tuesday is a day set to benefit the community27 more days until Christmas!

Today, is Today is National Turtle Adoption Day.This is a day of action for the protection of endangered reptiles, most especially the wellbeing of turtles.

Today, is Thanksgiving! Gobble - GobbleThanksgiving Day in the U.S. dates back to 1621, when Pilgrims and Wampanoag Native Americans shared an autumn feast. President Lincoln officially declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863 amid the Civil War. The traditional feast's menu likely differed from today's, and Thanksgiving became associated with turkey, parades, and football. Despite debates over its origins, Thanksgiving endures as a time for gratitude and feasting, rooted in ancient harvest celebrations and diverse cultural influences.

Today, is Love Your Freckles Day & Go For a Ride Day.We couldn’t decide which to choose so we went with both! Love Your Freckles Day, is all about celebrating and flaunting freckles. Freckles are cute, sun-kissed spots that make most of those blessed with them look wonderfully unique and natural!And grab a Bike, boat, car, skateboard, sleigh—it doesn’t matter what you choose! Pick a location you’ve always wanted to visit and make today the day you’ll go, and hopefully you end up someplace for Thanksgiving dinner.1 more day until Thanksgiving!

Today, is National Entrepreneur Day.National Entrepreneur’s Day is an annual event occurring on the third Tuesday of November that honors people who have built an empire from absolutely nothing. Radical inventions by brilliant minds have shaped the way we live today, not to mention our future. 2 more days until Thanksgiving!

Today, is National Pay-Back Your Parents Day.Do something special every November 20th on National Pay Back Your Parents Day. The Holiday organizers suggest you pay them in cash. But I’m going to suggest you pay them back in Hugs! Hugs are so much better!3 more days until Thanksgiving!

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