August 10 is National S’mores Day! In honor of this fun national day, how about making these indoor s’mores in your microwave. When the weather is raining cats and dogs outside, thoughts of camping are normally not at the front of the mind. But when bad weather hits, the kids can still have a fun …

There are more than 225 national days in August. Make sure to celebrate them all with the list of August national days below! These special days of August cover a wide variety of topics. In addition to the national food days of August, there are also monthly observances, days dedicated to animals, cocktails, people, concepts, objects and …

This list of national food holidays in August gives us so many recipes to share. From Homemade Pie Day to Eat Outside Day, every day of the month has at least one food or drink associated with it. This makes the month full of days to celebrate. National days are so much fun to celebrate, no matter …

It’s time to celebrate National Gossip Day. This national days is one dedicated to gossip – more specifically preventing gossip! National Gossip Day occurs every year on August 6th, making it one of the many August national days. Keep reading to learn what gossip is, and why we should observe this national day. This post …

August 5 is National Oyster Day. It’s a perfect day to celebrate oysters by answering the most frequently asked questions about them! Are you an oyster lover? Then this August national day is the day for you!  It doesn’t matter whether you like your oysters, raw, steamed or fried, today is the day to celebrate all …

If you’re a fan of rum, then you’ll love learning about Black Tot Day. Its origins date all the way back to 1655, and have to do with drinking copious amounts of a type of rum called “navy rum”. While rum cocktails like pina coladas, mojitos, hot buttered rum and daiquiris are delicious, the variety …

If you’re a rum drinker you probably already know that not all rum is created equally. There are many different types of rum, which each have their own flavors, hues and methods of production. This popular spirit has a fascinating history. It has been consumed by everyone from pirates (who made the first piña colada) …

Summer is here! Celebrate it by solving this free printable summer crossword puzzle.  There are two versions of this crossword puzzle. The easier version comes with a word bank, and a harder version doesn’t have one. This crossword puzzle printable has 20 words in it. Solve the clues, and write the word in its corresponding …

Do you love sweet treats? If so, you’ll love National Crème Brûlée Day, dedicated to its namesake decadent dessert. Crème brûlée translates from French to mean burnt cream, which makes sense since it is made of heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and egg yolks. This delicious dessert has its own national day which falls annually on …

If you’re a chocolate fan, it’s your lucky day! We’ve compiled 20+ chocolate recipes to celebrate National Milk Chocolate Day. Falling annually on July 28, National Milk Chocolate Day is a great excuse to celebrate milk chocolate! However, we wouldn’t stop you from celebrating it all year long!  Keep reading for a list of ways …

Summer is here, which means it’s time for warmer weather, grilling outdoors, and our free printable summer word search! Beat the heat with an indoor activity that will help exercise your kids brain power. There are 12 words hidden in this summer word find printable that capture the feeling of the season. The words can …

It’s officially summer, which means National Tattoo Day is here! Let’s celebrate this July 17 national day with some fun facts about tattoos! You might be surprised to learn that tattooing has been around for thousands of years! The oldest known tattoos date back to 3300 B.C.E. In 1991, a mummy named Ötzi the Iceman was …

As summer approaches you can look forward to warmer weather, longer days, time off school and our free summer word scramble printable! This seasonal scramble features 21 words about summer. Unscramble the words and write the answer on the line next to the jumbled word. There is a word bank at the bottom of this …

It’s time for National Mojito Day! Get ready to brush up your bartending skills, and learn how to make this cocktail with an easy mojito recipe. The main ingredients in this refreshing drink are rum and mint. Since mint grows during the summer months it’s only fitting that National Mojito Day falls annually on July …

Have you been curious about the Pina Colada origin? This rum based refreshing summer cocktail has a fascinating history. The creator of the Pina Colada is hotly debated, and even has ties to 1800s pirates! Keep reading to learn some facts about Pina Coladas and find out the history of how this popular tropical cocktail …

National Pina Colada Day falls on July 10, and celebrates the creation of the Pina Colada cocktail.  While the Pina Colada origin is debated by some, there is no dispute about enjoying National Pina Colada Day! This sweet drink is the perfect way to relax and enjoy a hot summer day. It is one of …

A Piña Colada is a tropical rum based cocktail from Puerto Rico that beautifully showcases the flavors of pineapple and coconut. You may like to drink them, but do you know what’s in a pina colada? What’s in a Pina Colada Piña coladas are a delicious, refreshing, sweet, tropical drink. The drink is so popular, …

The modern bikini has a long and controversial past. It is even associated with nuclear testing in the USA! Read on to find out more about the history of the bikini and the origin of early two piece swimsuits. The word bikini is generic term for a two-piece swimsuit that comes in many different cuts, …

Celebrate Independence Day this year with a free 4th of July crossword puzzle printable! It’s a fun activity the whole family can enjoy. There are two versions of this free printable crossword puzzle. The easier version comes with a word bank, and a harder version doesn’t have one. This Fourth of July crossword puzzle has 16 …

Independence Day is almost here! When you’re not watching fireworks, or making patriotic recipe ideas, take a minute to celebrate the holiday with this free printable 4th of July word scramble. This word puzzle features 20 words about Independence Day. Unscramble the words and write the answer on the line next to the jumbled word. …

Independence Day is here! That means it’s time for celebrating with cookouts, fireworks and this free 4th of July word search for adults. This holiday word find is part of our collection of free printables. We have been sharing lots of free word puzzles this summer and this patriotic word search is the latest in …

Looking for a fun activity for your kids this Independence Day? Look no further than this free July 4th scavenger hunt printable! It features twelve different items you might see on Independence Day. Each of the objects in this scavenger hunt has a picture of the item, with its name underneath. Some of the items …

These patriotic popsicles are easy to make and perfect to serve for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or any day hot summer day! They’re great for when you want to show your patriotism in a sweet treat. These fruit filled popsicles are Paleo, Gluten free and super tasty. For a pretty patriotic table decoration …

Who doesn’t like an easy-to-make Independence Day dessert? This super quick 4th of July flag platter could not be easier to assemble. It’s fun to make, healthy, and delicious to eat and your party guests will love it. All it takes are 4 ingredients, a cookie sheet, and a few minutes of preparation, and this …

Be a Kid Again Day is an annual holiday that occurs on July 8. It is a day that celebrates taking a break from being an adult, and acting like a kid again. Sometimes, we take life too seriously. Today, we can forget out troubles and act like a kid. Keep reading to find out …

Let’s head outside to celebrate National Bikini Day! This fashion forward national day is celebrated every year on July 5. Keep reading to learn some fun facts about the bikini and other early two piece swimsuits, and discover different ways to celebrate the day. Bikinis are seen on beaches up and down the coasts of …