Some people only think about an eco lifestyle on Earth Day, April 22. However, a little research showed me that every month has a few unique and earth-friendly holidays that can be cause for celebration. Pick whichever ones appeal to you, then get out there and celebrate!
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November is Child Safety Awareness Month — get started on that by avoiding these five toxins in your baby’s products. On the lighter side, it’s also National Sleep Comfort Month and Peanut Butter Lovers Month!
November’s Celebrations by Week:
- 1st Saturday – Book Lovers Day (also celebrated August 9)
Yes! A day just for reading. What could be better? Get your kids started with some of these eco-themed books. - 3rd Thursday – Great American Smokeout Day
A day to encourage people to give up the butt, which would result in less health problems all around. - Saturday before Thanksgiving – National Adoption Day
Share your story, participate in an event in your area or start the process of adopting one of the 100,000 children in foster care. - Day after Thanksgiving – Buy Nothing Day
Nix the crowds, the lines, the insane store hours and dubious deals — go cold turkey on consumption for 24 hours. Over 60 countries now take part in this day of protest against rampant consumerism. - Saturday after Thanksgiving – Small Business Saturday
Shop local and support small businesses so the corporate conglomerates don’t take over. Plus, you’ll feel better afterward.
November’s Celebrations by Date:
- November 1 – Go Cook for Your Pets Day
Highlights the health and nutrition of our furry friends. Are you feeding them quality food? Check the ingredients and either switch to a better brand or cook up some real food today. - November 3 – Housewife’s Day
Stay-at-home-moms (or dads) can treat themselves to a rare day off! - November 9 – World Freedom Day
Commemorating the fall of the Berlin Wall, this day is often seen as one in which to encourage activism… or celebrate Ronald Reagan. Seek political activist jobs here. - November 10 – Sesame Street Day
Celebrate your inner child today: Watch the show. Dress up as Bert and Ernie. Count singing sheep – ah, ah, ah! - November 12 – Chicken Soup for the Soul Day
A day created for the “celebration of who you are, where you’ve been, where you’re going and who you will be thankful to when you get there!” - November 13 – World Kindness Day
Born in 1997 by a collaboration of humanitarian groups, this day is about a focus on random (or planned) acts of kindness. - November 14 – World Diabetes Day
Go blue! Since 1991, this day has been about keeping the growing health threat of diabetes in the spotlight through walks/runs, meetings, sports events and media coverage. Read my post on six possible causes for the rise of juvenile diabetes. - November 15 – Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day
Clean the coils behind the fridge while you’re at it, and reduce your energy consumption by 30%. More tips on cleaning your fridge. - November 15 – America Recycles Day
Created in 1997 in Texas (!), use this day to up your household recycling or buy recycled products. - November 17 – Take a Hike Day
A reminder that it’s still good to get outside even in chilly, damp November. - November 19 – World Toilet Day
It’s true. This day is officially recognized by the United Nations as a time to draw attention to sanitation issues around the world. You could also use it to boost your eco power by switching to recycled toilet paper or easily converting your toilet to a low-flush model. - November 21 – World Hello Day
World Hello Day was created in 1973 during the Egyptian/Israeli conflict. With the belief that global peace begins with communication, the idea is to “greet ten people for peace” today. - November 30 – Stay Home Because You’re Well Day
Well, why not?
Nov 3. Housewife’s day. That is hilarious.