Posted by Stephanie | Posted in Dates to Remember | Posted on 30-01-2009
Daily Observances: February 1 – Superbowl XLIII – The Pittsburgh Steelers vs. the February 2 – Groundhog Day – Today, Punxsutawney Phil, that February 11 – National Shut-In Visitation Day – If you know anyone February 13 – Blame Someone Else Day – You have a whole day to February 13 – Friday the 13th – The fear of this day is February 14 – Valentine’s Day – Say through flowers, chocolate, February 16 – President’s Day – Say Happy Birthday to Presidents February 24 – Fat Tuesday/Mardi Gras – This festive season occurs February 25 – Ash Wednesday – The first day of Lent, this February 28 – Floral Design Day – This day is dedicated to simply Weekly Observances: 1-7 – National Women’s Heart Week – The Women’s Heart Foundation 1-7 – Children’s Authors and Illustrators Week – Acclaimed 10-12 – World AG Expo – The world’s biggest agricultural 11-17 – Random Acts of Kindness – It doesn’t matter whether it’s 13-16 – Great Backyard Bird Count – An annual four-day event that
Arizona Cardinals in the most anticipated football game of the year! So grab
some pizza and hot wings, and enjoy!
most famous of groundhogs, will emerge from his burrow to let us know if we can
expect more cold weather or if spring is at hand! If he fails to see his shadow,
winter’s almost over, but if our furry woodchuck friend does see his shadow,
it’s six more weeks of winter!
who can’t get out of the house for whatever reason, go visit them – bring
groceries, grab a paper, bring him or her a houseplant, or just have a sit-down
and a chat!
pass the buck! Go ahead, say it – “It’s not my fault!” or “Not my job, not my
problem!” Enjoy it today, because tomorrow you have to take responsibility
again!
called paraskavedekatriaphobia. Say that 5 times fast! Lots of
people think this day is unlucky! Go out there and prove them wrong…but don’t
walk under that ladder!
poetry, or whatever means you find appropriate or romantic, just how much those
you love mean to you!
Washington and Lincoln!
immediately before Lent and involves a parade, a street party, and people
masquerading during the celebrations. New Orleans is the most well-known city
for this event.
Christian holiday gets its name from the practice of tracing ashes on the
foreheads of the faithful as a sign of their repentance.
creating and appreciating floral arrangements! Make your own or delight in the
beauty of someone else’s!
partners with local organizations to help women come together and encourage
fitness, learn about heart-healthy eating and gender specifics on women’s heart
disease, and promote stress reduction activities.
authors and illustrators from Children’s Authors Network (CAN!) participate in
storytelling, presentations, and hands-on writing workshops at schools,
libraries, and children’s shelters.
exposition, it provides exhibitors an organized way to display their products,
services and equipment to interested farmers, allowing them to view the latest
technology.
opening a door for someone or paying for a stranger’s lunch, do something nice
for someone who doesn’t expect it. Pay it forward!
involves bird watchers of all ages and levels in counting birds to create a
real-time snapshot of where birds are across the continent.
Monthly Observances:
Bake for Family Fun – Share the delights of baking with your family – Festival of Camellias – Massee Lane Gardens in Fort Valley, GA National Black History – This month is dedicated to exploring the National Bird Feeding – Wintertime is one of the most difficult periods National Cherry Pie – Baking with the beautiful and tantalizingly National Senior Independence – Dedicated to celebrating and increasing Plant the Seeds of Greatness – Grow the seeds of a healthy new career or Sweet Potato – Commonly called yams in the US, the sweet potato is a
make memories, create traditions, and pass on recipes and family heritage
through delicious treats!
hosts this celebration. The festival is kicked off February 7th, with
free admission for all visitors on that day.
historical issues of importance that relate to people of African descent, as
well as focusing on race relations in America.
for North American birds. Providing food, water, and shelter helps them survive
and benefits the environment.
delicious cherry is especially appropriate during the month of George
Washington’s birth – cherries have become a symbol of his birthday! Say Happy
Birthday with a sweet treat!
the independence of older Americans, this month of awareness promotes resources
that provide seniors self respect, self esteem, and the morale that enables them
to make informed decisions and age with dignity.
of new life objectives, for yourself, your family, your business, or your
community. As gardeners, we can plant the seeds of a great new harvest!
healthy and versatile veggie, delicious baked, fried, or boiled!