Here's a list of some interesting days that is being recognized whether on a national level, or even around the globe. While some of these were created to raise awareness of something that matters to humanity, others, I think, are just a marketing ploy.
1. World Water Day – March 22. This was started in 1993 by the United Nations to create awareness for water conservation for future generations.
2. Purple Day - March 26. This started in 2008 to raise awareness of epilepsy. Everyone is encouraged to wear anything purple.
3. Mothers Day- observed every second Sunday of May to celebrate motherhood and give salute to mothers around the world. It was first celebrated in the US in 1908.
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4. World Goth Day – May 22. This was created to raise awareness of the existence of the goth scene. It started in the UK in 2009.
5. Geek Pride Day - May 25 – It started in Spain in 2008 and is designed to promote geek culture. It is now being observed worldwide.
6. National Donut Day ( US) – every first Friday of June - this was created in 1938 by the Salvation Army for the men and women who served donuts to the army during World War 1.
7. Father's Day – third Sunday of June. celebrate fatherhood and honor fathers. It was inaugurated in the US in the early 20th century to complement Mother's Day
8. Junk Food Day (US) – July 21
9. Ice Cream Day ( US) – every third Sunday of July. The whole month of July is ice cream month. This is actually a Presidential Proclamation signed by Ronald Reagan in 1984.
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