November 29th, 2013, is Black Friday, Buy Nothing Day, Green Friday, Youre Welcomegiving, Sinkie Day, National Day of Listening, Native American Heritage Day, Flossing Day, Square Dance Day, Electronic Greetings Day, International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, and Throw Out Your Leftovers Day. A personal note: Chances are, the folks who obsess over Black Friday are too busy shopping to read this, but I would urge everyone to scale back a bit. Must we force retail employees to cut their celebrations short in order to open their doors at 4:00 am on Black Friday or even on Thanksgiving evening? Just think about it. (Stepping down from my soapbox now.) The day after Thanksgiving brings holidays related to the shopping season, notably the infamous Black Friday. Kudos to you if you camped out for days to get the best deal on a new flat-screen TV. No kudos to you if you elbowed people aside, used pepper spray, or worse. Never forget the true meaning of the holiday season. At the opposing end of the philosophical spectrum is Buy Nothing Day in the US. Internationally, the event takes place tomorrow. Just relax, reflect on yesterdays celebration, retain your healthy bank balance, and stay away from the mob scene. Some areas, notably New York City, observe Green Friday, encouraging shoppers to skip the big stores and shop second-hand or non-profits instead. Youre Welcomegiving (or simply Youre Welcome Day) logically follows Thanksgiving, if you think about it. The day after Thanksgiving also brings a food-related holiday. Brought to you by the International Association of People Who Dine over the Kitchen Sink, today is Sinkie Day! Enjoy those no-muss, no-fuss holiday leftovers. National Day of Listening is the time to thank a special teacher by recording your experiences online. A U.S. map features states that turn brighter orange as more citizens participate. Native American Heritage Day is always observed on the day after Thanksgiving, just as the National Day of Mourning is always observed on Thanksgiving. Yet another post-Thanksgiving holiday is Flossing Day. The National Flossing Council asks everyone to Help Spread Peace of Mouth. Swing your partner! Do-si-do! Turn up the music and celebrate Square Dance Day. Now promenade! Save some stamps this holiday season, if youre not too much of a traditionalist. Send ecards instead of paper in honor of Electronic Greetings Day. The United Nations sponsors International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People on November 29th. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon writes, Let us, on this International Day, reaffirm our commitment to translating solidarity into positive action. The international community must help steer the situation towards a historic peace agreement. November 29th is Throw Out Your Leftovers Day. In 2013, however, this holiday is only one day after Thanksgiving, so please dont toss the turkey and dressing just yet! Click to view all blog posts! Posted by The Holiday Whiz, Carolyn Brooks Fleming at 12:00 AM Email ThisBlogThis!Share to TwitterShare to Facebook No comments: Labels: ByDay, November Thursday, November 28, 2013 Thanksgivukkah, Thanksgiving, Turkey Leftover Day, more November 28th, 2013, is Thanksgivukkah, Thanksgiving, National Day of Mourning, Turkey-Free Thanksgiving, Make Your Own Head Day, Red Planet Day, Gone-ta-Pott Day, Ascension of Abdul-Baha, Independence Day (Albania), Independence Day (Mauritania), Independence Day (Panama), Turkey Leftover Day, and National French Toast Day. Image courtesy of Beaniebeagle, dreamtime. It is a rare year when Hanukkah has its first full day on Thanksgiving. Some have coined the term Thanksgivukkah. Send your loved ones an e-card! The two holidays last converged in 1861, before Thanksgiving was officially celebrated, and - get this - they wont converge again for about 75,000 years! Thanksgiving, the fourth Thursday in November in the United States, is about more than turkey, dressing, and pumpkin pie. Its about sharing your bounty with others and expressing gratitude for your good fortune. The first Thanksgiving was celebrated by Pilgrims and Native Americans in Plymouth, Massachusetts. While many Americans have celebrated Thanksgiving over the years, some Native Americans lamented their loss of land and culture. In 1970, a large group of protestors walked out of a Thanksgiving feast in Plymouth, Massachusetts, thus founding the National Day of Mourning. Some choose to celebrate Turkey-Free Thanksgiving, but most Americans want to see a turkey or ham at the holiday table. Not into todays endless football? Tired of what you see in the mirror? Feeling crafty? Then gather your supplies and celebrate Make Your Own Head Day. Go realistic or abstract. Use clay, beads, paper mache, pipe cleaners, yarn, glitter, cardboard, water bottles, computer parts, old socks, butter, Thanksgiving leftovers, whatever. Show the world the real you. Red Planet Day honors the planet Mars, our neighbor in the solar system. On this date in 1964 Mariner 4 departed earth, then it cruised by Mars almost a year later. Currently the Mars Rover Curiosity is exploring the surface of the red planet. Right now experts are diagnosing an electrical issue with the rover, but think positive and follow @MarsCuriosity on Twitter, if youre curious. If youre a regular reader of this blog, you know that the 28th of every month is Gone-ta-Pott Day. Followers of the Bahai faith observe the Ascension of Abdul-Baha, remembering the death of the son of Bahaullah. The countries of Albania, Mauritania, and Panama celebrate Independence Day on November 28th. Oddly, this year Turkey Leftover Day falls on Thanksgiving. Consider this a planning phase, either for tomorrow or for a late-night snack. How about some turkey soup or turkey tetrazzini for a yummy change of pace? National French Toast Day honors a delicious breakfast food that is neither French nor toasted. Life is funny sometimes. Click to view all blog posts! Posted by The Holiday Whiz, Carolyn Brooks Fleming at 12:00 AM Email ThisBlogThis!Share to TwitterShare to Facebook No comments: Labels: ByDay, November Wednesday, November 27, 2013 Hanukkah, Thanksgivukkah Eve, Tie One On Day, more November 27th, 2013, is Hanukkah, Chanukah, Tie One On Day, Pins and Needles Day, and National Bavarian Cream Pie Day. The first menorah candle is lit at sundown today, commemorating the first day of Hanukkah in 2013. The Festival of Lights is spelled many different ways, including Chanukah. ADVANCE NOTICE FOR TOMORROW: It is a rare year when Hanukkah has its first full day on Thanksgiving. Some have coined the term Thanksgivukkah. The two holidays last converged in 1861, before Thanksgiving was officially celebrated, and - get this - they wont converge again for about 75,000 years! November 27, 2013 - Tie One On Day Tie One On Day is always celebrated on the day before Thanksgiving. EllynAnne Geisel, the holidays creator, writes, On the day before Thanksgiving... pause in the preparation of your own meal, wrap a loaf of bread or other baked good in an apron, tuck a prayer or note of encouragement in the pocket, and tie one on...an apron, of course! and deliver the wrapped bundle to someone without your bounty... a neighbor, friend or family member in need of physical or spiritual sustenance, a bit of recognition or just a kind word. What a lovely sentiment, invoking the true spirit of the season! Pins and Needles Day sounds like just another novelty holiday, celebrating either anticipation or that feeling you get when your circulation has been cut off. Actually, the holiday commemorates the anniversary of the opening performance of the only union-produced musical, called Pins and Needles. If youve had enough pumpkin pie for a while, or if youve simply run out, try something different today in honor of National Bavarian Cream Pie Day. Click to view all blog posts! Posted by The Holiday Whiz, Carolyn Brooks Fleming at 12:00 AM Email ThisBlogThis!Share to TwitterShare to Facebook No comments: Labels: ByDay, November Tuesday, November 26, 2013 Day of the Covenant and National Cake Day November 26th, 2013, is Day of the Covenant and National Cake Day. Followers of the Bahaii faith celebrate the Day of the Covenant, honoring Abdul-Baha. He did not wish to be honored on his birthday, May 23rd, because that day already belonged to the Bab. But on November 26th, Abdul-Baha made a promise - the Covenant - that in exchange for his followers obedience He would ensure their unity and through them establish the Kingdom of God on Earth. Image courtesy of stremelife, FreeDigitalPhotos.net. The holiday calendar features a bewildering array of specific cake celebrations, but today the choice is yours. Celebrate National Cake Day with your favorite flavor. Click to view all blog posts! Posted by The Holiday Whiz, Carolyn Brooks Fleming at 12:00 AM Email ThisBlogThis!Share to TwitterShare to Facebook No comments: Labels: ByDay, November Monday, November 25, 2013 Shopping Reminder Day, Parfait Day, more November 25th, 2013, is Shopping Reminder Day, International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, National Day of the Bible, Feast Day of Saint Catherine, Independence Day (Suriname), and National Parfait Day. As if anyone needs this holiday, November 25th is Shopping Reminder Day, to remind us that Christmas is exactly one month away. The United Nations sponsors the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25th. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon writes: I welcome the chorus of voices calling for an end to the violence that affects an estimated one in three women in her lifetime. I applaud leaders who are helping to enact and enforce laws and change mindsets. And I pay tribute to all those heroes around the world who help victims to heal and to become agents of change. National Day of the Bible is observed on the Monday before Thanksgiving. One recommendation of the National Bible Association is to meet in a public place at noon on this date for scriptural readings. Today is the Feast Day of Saint Catherine, patron saint of unmarried women, students, philosophers, craftsmen who use wheels, lacemakers, and milliners. French milliners parade their wares today, in honor of the single Catherinettes who wore special hats and made pilgrimage to Saint Catherine. According to fisheaters, women under 25 prayed, Lord, give me a well-situated husband. Let him be gentle, rich, generous, and pleasant! Women between 25 and 30 prayed, Lord, one whos bearable, or who can at least pass as bearable in the world! And those over 30 prayed, Send whatever you want, lord; Ill take it! Suriname observes Independence Day on November 25th. If youve had enough pumpkin pie and such, enjoy an ice cream and fruit concoction on National Parfait Day. Dont forget nuts and whipped cream! Click to view all blog posts! Posted by The Holiday Whiz, Carolyn Brooks Fleming at 12:00 AM Email ThisBlogThis!Share to TwitterShare to Facebook No comments: Labels: ByDay, November Older Posts Home Subscribe to: Posts (Atom) Holiday Whiz readers are from: Albania, Algeria, Anguilla, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus. 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