Funky Holidays for March
(Sneak a peek at
April)
In like a lion, out like a lamb. Sure! Like anyone can predict the March
weather. One thing I can predict is that there are plenty of holidays this month
(not to mention the Party Girl’s birthday) so put on your party hat and take a
read.
There are loads of national things going on according to Chase's Calendar of Events—both nationally and internationally:
- Humorists are Artists Month—recognizing important contributions made by
funny people.
- Ethics Awareness Month—something your divorce attorney probably
celebrates, no?
- National Professional Social Work Month—kiss your social worker and
celebrate your relationship!
- International Mirth Month—also called "The Merry Month of
March" or so they say. I bet this was created to promote Humorists are
Artists Month! For info, go to allenklein.com.
- National Frozen Food Month—something I celebrate 365 days a year.
- National Craft Month—if you haven’t visited your local craft store,
you should. You won’t believe what you’ll find there for your next
party!
- National Umbrella Month—"in honor of one of the most versatile and
underrated inventions of the human race…" Go figure.
You can also volunteer for these great causes…
All of these organizations can use your help. Think about creating
centerpieces for your next party that can be donated in honor of Mental
Retardation Awareness Month to group homes for adults with special needs.
March 2
National Salesperson’s Day—most of us hate salesmen. Give them a
break. Today only. Have a party and invite your car salesman, insurance
salesman and aluminum siding salesman over for a sip and a snack.
Texas Independence Day—a great day to have a western-themed square
dance or barbeque with all the fixings!
March 3
I Want You To Be Happy Day—dedicated to "reminding people to
be thoughtful of others…"
Premiere of Moonlighting—on this day in 1985. This was such a
great show. Have a Moonlighting video festival and watch the repeats. David
looked so good with hair!
What if Cats and Dogs had Opposable Thumbs Day—am I kidding? No. A
holiday created by Wellcat to be grateful cats and dogs don’t have thumbs. I
swear. Info at
http://www.wellcat.com.
March 9
Debut of Barbie—yes, on this day in 1959. Check out our Barbie
party. Your friends may get a kick out of it.
Panic Day—another holiday created by Wellcat so you can panic all
day long and freak out in front of your friends.
March 10
Invention of the Telephone—on this day in 1876, 125 years ago.
Invite everyone over to play telephone. That game is always fun, whether you’re
six of sixty!
Purim—starring Haman and Queen Esther. If you don’t know about
this holiday, call one of your Jewish friends and insist they take you to a
Purim party—and try the hamantashen!
March 15
International Day of the Seal—if you really want to celebrate
this, you can attend the festival in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey.
Otherwise, hold your own. Maybe your local aquarium will let you have it
there!
March 16
Gumby Show Premiere - Wow! Gumby premiered on this day in 1957. That little kidder! Anyway, this
is something to celebrate, but don’t forget to invite Pokey.
March 17
St. Patrick’s Day—luck ‘o the Irish to you. Check out our
guide.
Save the Florida Panther Day—you can do this or celebrate St.
Patrick’s Day. It’s up to you.
March 23
Beat the Clock Premiere—if you’re too young to remember this
show, check it out in reruns. It’s a great theme for a party. It premiered
on this day in 1950.
Dick Clark Retires—on this day in 1989, Dick Clark retired as host
of American Bandstand. He was 59. He still looks good, don’t he? Good theme
for a party—sock hop!
March 24
Harry Houdini’s Birthday—Harry
would have been 135 if he was
alive today, but he blew it. Have a "magic" party. People love a
magic theme!
Have a great March.
Holidays courtesy of Chase's Calendar of Events; published by Contemporary Books, Chicago, Ill.
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