NATIONAL SHAMU THE WHALE DAY
On September 26, National Shamu the Whale Day not only honors a famous whale, but also raising awareness about orcas in our oceans. These powerful predators are the largest member of the dolphin family. #ShamuTheWhaleDay
NATIONAL EMERGENCY NURSE’S DAY
National Emergency Nurse’s Day on the second Wednesday in October recognizes the dedication of ER nurses across the nation and it takes place during Emergency Nurses Week. We take this day to say “thank you” to the emergency room nurses for their hard work, dedication, service, and commitment
NATIONAL STOP BULLYING DAY
National Stop Bullying Day on the second Wednesday in October brings together students, faculty, and parents to end bullying
NATIVE AMERICAN DAY
On the second Monday in October, we pause to honor the deep roots, rich cultures, and enduring spirit of the first peoples of this land. Native American Day is a vibrant celebration of the history, contributions, and resilience of Native American tribes across the nation. #NativeAmericanDay
NAVY BIRTHDAY
On October 13th, the United States Navy observes its birthday every year. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NAVY! #NavyBirthday
NATIONAL I LOVE LUCY DAY
Get ready for some side-splitting laughter and hilarious antics! October 15th marks National I Love Lucy Day, a celebration of the timeless television classic that forever changed the landscape of comedy. Today, we honor the groundbreaking show I Love Lucy and the brilliant quartet who brought it to life: Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Vivian Vance, and William Frawley. #ILoveLucyDay
WHITE CANE SAFETY DAY
National White Cane Safety Day on October 15th honors the independence, achievements, and rights of people who are blind or visually impaired. More than just a day of recognition, it is a call for public awareness, reminding everyone that the white cane is both a vital tool for mobility and a powerful symbol of freedom. #WhiteCaneSafetyDay
NATIONAL BOSS’S DAY
On October 16, National Boss’s Day, also known as National Boss Day or Bosses Day, recognizes the hardworking boss overseeing the workplace. Employees across the United States show appreciation and thankfulness to their bosses. They remember their boss’s kindness and fairness throughout the year, too. (If the 16th of October falls on a weekend, then this day is celebrated on the closest working day.) #BossDay
NATIONAL DICTIONARY DAY
National Dictionary Day on October 16 defines celebration as it commemorates the birthday of Noah Webster and emphasizes the importance of learning while using dictionary skills and increasing one’s vocabulary. #NationalDictionaryDay
NATIONAL CLEAN YOUR VIRTUAL DESKTOP DAY
National Clean Your Virtual Desktop Day encourages everyone to take time to organize their virtual desktop. The observance takes place on the third Monday in October. #CleanYourVirtualDesktopDay