Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day
In 2001, Indiana-based radio station Spirit 95 kicked off the first ever Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day—now celebrated annually on the last Monday of January—to honor the popable plastic packaging. The station marked the day with a “Bubblympiad” that included bubble wrap–related sculptures, contests, games and more. Photo by Ryan McVay/Getty Images.National Pull Your Sofa off the Wall Month
Don't Cry Over Spilled Milk Day
On February 11, whatever happens, do not cry over spilled milk. According to eHow.com, there is a deeper meaning to this day: "Be [an] optimist. Love life. Look for the best in people and you'll find it. Take time to relax and take a deep breath. Change your attitude; have a positive outlook on life." Photo by PhotoAlto/Laurence Mouton/Getty Images.I Forgot Day
Thanks to Gaye Anderson, every July 2 we have the opportunity to make up for something we forgot, like someone’s birthday, anniversary or graduation. She came up with the idea after her busy work schedule caused her to overlook her daughter’s birthday and her own anniversary. “My theory is since the population is aging, more and more of us are getting forgetful," Anderson told ABC News in an interview. Photo by iStockphoto.National Talk in an Elevator Day
The last Friday in July gives us all the opportunity to break the awkward elevator barrier. In the spirit of friendliness—which is allegedly what this holiday is all about—take the chance to embrace confined-space small talk. If you’re stumped about what to say, try an idea from TheFunTimesGuide.com to get the conversation rolling. Photo by iStockphoto.Air Conditioning Appreciation Week
This cool idea is celebrated annually during the third week of August. It’s endorsed by the upstate New York chapter of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America, a national nonprofit trade association representing small businesses that handle indoor environmental systems. The holiday highlights ways you can save energy while running a unit in your home. Photo by Eric Tucker/Getty Images.Crackers over the Keyboard Day
Created by Thomas & Ruth Roy of Wellcat Holidays & Herbs—a company devoted to celebrating life and its many quirky moments—Crackers over the Keyboard Day is observed on August 28. The holiday allows observers to "live it up" and "be free" by taking "some crackers and cookies to work and eat[ing] right over [the] top [of] the keyboard." Photo by BLOOMimage/Getty Images.Be Late for Something Day
In 1956, Les Waas founded Procrastinators’ Club of America. Shortly after, the club’s committee designated September 5 as Be Late for Something Day to promote the positive parts of procrastination. “Most people think they don’t have time to stop and smell the roses—this day tries to alleviate that factor,” Waas says. Photo by iStockphoto.
In 1956, Les Waas founded Procrastinators’ Club of America. Shortly after, the club’s committee designated September 5 as Be Late for Something Day to promote the positive parts of procrastination. “Most people think they don’t have time to stop and smell the roses—this day tries to alleviate that factor,” Waas says. Photo by iStockphoto.International Talk Like a Pirate Day
In 1996, inspired by a random outburst of "Aaarrr!!”, best buds John Baur and Mark Summers proclaimed September 19 as the day everyone in the world should talk like a pirate. A letter to columnist Dave Barry in 2002 lent a load of media coverage and the event is now recognized around the globe. Photo by Stockbyte/Getty Images.National One-Hit-Wonder Day
In 1990, Steven Rosen wanted to find a way to make his birthday, September 25, a day everyone could celebrate. Having published a fanzine in the 1980s called One Shot: The Magazine of One-Hit Wonders, choosing a holiday theme was easy. He submitted his request to Chase’s Calendar of Events, where it’s now listed each year. Photo by Getty Images. No-Shave November
Made by men, for men, to encourage manliness for one month of the year. The founders and followers posted the following rules on their website, No-Shave-November.com: 1. You do not shave in November; 2. You DO NOT shave in November; 3. If you shave you are out; 4. No trimming, no waxing; 5. No shaving can go on as long as you want it to. Photo by Mike Kemp/Getty Images. Stay Home Because You're Well Day
Celebrated on November 30, Stay Home Because You’re Well Day is another Wellcat-copyrighted observance thought up by the Roys. The holiday, according to their website Wellcat.com, was spawned so that "we can all call in 'well,' instead of faking illness, and stay home from work." Photo by Shutterstock. National Bathroom Reading Month
New Jersey–based Jack Kreismer, creator of The Bathroom Library reading series, designated December for the National Bathroom Reading "movement" (pun intended) in 1986. “The toilet is the foremost seat of learning,” Kreismer says. "We spend seven years’ worth of time in the bathroom throughout our life, so we might as well put it to use.” Photo by sot/Getty Images.
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