Add these fun events to your family calendar

  • The Washington Post
  • Friday, January 4, 2013 2:26pm
  • Life

Here are some holidays and other special days that kids might be interested in but that probably didn’t make the cut on your 2013 calendar:

January

7: Old Rock Day. Perhaps today you could start (or add to) a rock collection.

20: Inauguration Day. President Barack Obama will be sworn in to a second term as president. Because the 20th falls on a Sunday, the public ceremony will take place on Jan. 21 on the steps of the Capitol.

23: Measure Your Feet Day. Are both your feet the same size? Bet you never thought to find out.

February

10: Chinese New Year welcomes in the Year of the Snake.

13: Get a Different Name Day. So if you really hate that Mom and Dad named you Buford T. Rex III, today’s the day to do something about it.

ADVERTISEMENT
0 seconds of 0 secondsVolume 0%
Press shift question mark to access a list of keyboard shortcuts
00:00
00:00
00:00
 

23: International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day. We suspect this is mostly celebrated by dogs.

March

6: Oreo cookies were sold for the first time in 1912. Have a Double Stuf to celebrate.

14: It’s Pi Day. Not as in apple or cherry. As in the number: 3.14.

April

3: The first ice cream sundae was invented in New York 120 years ago today.

25: World Penguin Day.

30: National Honesty Day. If we’re lying, we’re dying.

May

18: It’s International Museum Day.

June

6: National Yo-Yo Day.

25: It’s Leon Day. “Leon” is “Noel” spelled backward. It means that it’s only six months till Christmas.

July

8: The Liberty Bell cracked while being rung on this day in 1835.

19: Stick Out Your Tongue Day. Just make sure you explain this to whomever you’re sticking it out at.

20: Moon Day, marking the 44th anniversary of Neil Armstrong becoming the first person to land on the moon.

August

1: Respect for Parents Day. This really should be every day, but we know you know that.

20: World Mosquito Day. We’re not sure if this means you should love one or swat one.

September

5: National Cheese Pizza Day.

19: Talk Like a Pirate Day. Ahoy, matey!

October

1: It’s Homemade Cookies Day and World Vegetarian Day, so why not make (and eat) oatmeal raisin cookies in honor of both.

15: National Grouch Day. But that doesn’t mean you have to be one.

28: The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on this day in 1886.

November

15: Pack Your Mom Lunch Day. Be sure to include something sweet.

17: It’s Homemade Bread Day and Take a Hike Day, so pack some sandwiches and hit the trail.

December

1: Eat a Red Apple Day. If you prefer yellow apples, we think that’s OK.

13: National Cocoa Day. We feel warm and toasty just thinking about it.

31: New Year’s Eve. We’ve made it through another year.

Talk to us

> Give us your news tips.

> Send us a letter to the editor.

> More Herald contact information.

More in Life

Former Herald writer Melissa Slager’s new book was 14-year project

The 520-page historical novel “Contests of Strength” covers the 1700 earthquake and tsunami on Makah lands.

Steven M. Falk / The Philadelphia Inquirer / Tribune News Service
James Taylor plays Sunday and Monday at Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville.
A&E Calendar for May 22

Send calendar submissions for print and online to features@heraldnet.com. To ensure your… Continue reading

Kyle Parker paddles his canoe along the Snohomish River next to Langus Riverfront Park on Thursday, May 8, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Tip to Tip: Kyle Parker begins his canoe journey across the country

The 24-year-old canoe fanatic started in Neah Bay and is making his way up the Skykomish River.

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e plug-in hybrid compact luxury SUV, shown here in the European version (Provided by Mercedes-Benz).
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e PHEV has a 54-mile range

The plug-in hybrid compact luxury SUV goes a class-leading distance in full electric mode.

RAV4 Hybrid XSE AWD photo provided by Toyota USA Newsroom
2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Provides 39 MPG And 566-Mile Range

Versatile And Functional Compact SUV A Family Pleaser

Auston James / Village Theatre
“Jersey Boys” plays at Village Theatre in Everett through May 25.
A&E Calendar for May 15

Send calendar submissions for print and online to features@heraldnet.com. To ensure your… Continue reading

Photo provided by Subaru U.S. Media Center
Subaru Adds Bronze And Onyx Trims to 2025 Ascent

Three-Row Family SUV Delivers Equal Parts Safety And Comfort

Photo courtesy of Historic Everett Theatre
The Elvis Challenge takes place Saturday at the Historic Everett Theatre.
A&E Calendar for May 8

Send calendar submissions to features@heraldnet.com. To ensure your item is seen by… Continue reading

The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid SUV (Provided by Hyundai).
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid evokes outdoor adventure

Boxy styling leaves lots of room for gear. A refined ride ensures comfort around town.

The 2025 Toyota Sienna minivan in the top-level Platinum grade (Provided by Toyota).
2025 Toyota Sienna maintains reputation for fuel efficiency

Every model in the minivan’s lineup has a hybrid powertrain.

An autumn-themed display at Wagner Jewelers in Marysville. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Shine bright with Snohomish County’s top jewelry finds

Three dazzling shops where elegance, craft, and sparkle come together.

The 2025 Lexus TX 350 is a three-row luxury SUV. It’s offered in Base, Premium, Luxury, and F Sport Handling grades (Provided by Lexus).
2025 Lexus TX 350 welcomes new F Sport Handling model

Unique exterior highlights, a glass roof and sport-tuned suspension are among the attractions.

Support local journalism

If you value local news, make a gift now to support the trusted journalism you get in The Daily Herald. Donations processed in this system are not tax deductible.