Things to Celebrate in August by Poppy Flynn Every day of month has some kind of official celebration and usually more than one! It might be big, it might be small…it might be wacky or downright bizarre! There are over 1500 National Days throughout the year, here’s just one observance of the many for each day in August 2020.
August 7th - International Beer Day: Always celebrated on the first Friday in August, International Beer Day has grown from a small localised event in the western United States into a worldwide celebration spanning 207 cities, 80 countries and 6 continents. August 8th - Sneak some Zucchini onto your Neighbours Porch Day: This is a day for budding gardeners to get rid of their extra produce. If you receive a Zucchini – that’s Courgette to some of us – treat it as a gift!
August 1st - International Mahjong Day: Dust off your tiles, teach someone else, or learn how to play this ancient Chinese game of symbols. August 2nd - National Colouring Book Day: Recognising the fun that both children and adults alike get from colouring pictures.
August 9th - National Book Lovers Day: Does this really need any explanation? Embrace your love of reading and maybe discover a new author today.
August 3rd - Watermelon Day: Guess what’s today’s treat should be.
August 10th - National S’mores Day: In recognition of the most popular campfire treat dig out the marshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers and enjoy a treat so delicious that it got its name from everyone asking for ‘S’more’.
August 4th - Chocolate Chip Cookie Day: Celebrate with the recipe at the end of this article. August 5th - National Underwear Day: Although only officially celebrated since 2003, it’s likely your mother, and her mother before her probably always warned to wear clean underwear in case you had an accident.
August 11th – Presidential Joke Day: Celebrated since 1984, This day recognises the humour found in the blunders, missteps and mistakes of those in the highest office of the land. While in the moment, the Commander in Chief might not find them so funny, looking back, they’re often absolutely hilarious.
August 6th - Wiggle Your Toes Day: Take off your shoes and give your toes a vacation. A barefoot walk in the grass, or through some sand, maybe dip them in a pool. Appreciate your feet. - 33 -
