Welcome summer! World Oceans Day More than 70% of the Earth is covered by ocean. Pledge to do your bit for ocean conservation today! Flag Day It’s the birthday of Old Glory — 242 years old this year. Check the official rules for displaying the Stars and Stripes. Father’s Day Anyone can be a father, but it takes a special man to be a dad. Thank you to dads everywhere! Juneteenth Also known as Freedom Day, this important holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. First

It’s Earth Day, and while every day is technically a day to be kind to the planet, this is a day to show appreciation and get into new habits if needed. There are so many little things you can do to celebrate and help save the Earth, and I have some super easy ideas below! Plant something Trees not only cool things down (collectively, they can help decrease a city’s temperature by up to 10 degrees) but they also clean the air and give off more oxygen, among a ton of other ben

Onward, March! Mardi Gras Join with fellow revelers across the globe and let the good times roll! Daylight Saving Begins Trade an hour of sleep for an extra hour of daylight. Clocks turn forward at 2 a.m. National Pi Day How many reasons do you need to eat pie on Pi Day? 3.141592653589793238462643383 … St. Patrick’s Day Originally a religious holiday, St. Patrick’s Day has evolved into a celebration of Irish culture and heritage. Wear green or get pinched! First Day of Spri

Love and luck mark this month. Chinese New Year It’s the Year of the Pig. People born under this sign are said to be seekers of status who enjoy life and have good luck. Home Warranty Day Take time today to learn more about this special insurance coverage for the appliances and systems inside your home. Valentine’s Day Whether you go for chocolates and flowers or dinner and diamonds, love is love, no matter how you show it! Presidents’ Day Add Washington’s and Lincoln’s birth

Do you get chills just thinking about your utility bills during wintertime? If your answer to a drafty home is to simply crank up the furnace, you’ll not only pay for it, but you could also be wasting energy and depleting more natural resources in the process. Instead of making your heater work overtime, here are ways you can reduce your energy consumption and still keep your home warm and toasty this winter. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), heating acc

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” — L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables World Teachers’ Day Celebrates teachers all over the world and recognizes the unique issues they face each day. Columbus Day Commemorates the voyage and landing of Italian explorer Christopher Columbus in the New World in 1492. Leif Erikson Day Honors Norwegian explorer Leif Erikson, believed to be the first European to come to North America. National Dessert Day The sweetest da

Looking for things to do this September? Mark your calendars, because this month’s theme is all about giving back, and there’s no shortage of opportunities to get involved. September 7 — National Food Bank Day Did you know 41 million people in the U.S. struggle with hunger? Chances are, you know someone — a neighbor, a coworker, a classmate — who faces hunger every day. Food banks across the country play a pivotal role in providing meals to families in need, and they rely on

It’s hard to believe summer is drawing to a close! Soon the kids will be back to school (whew!) and your vacation will be just a memory (aww). But while we’ve still got a bit of summer left, be sure to enjoy it to the fullest with these great upcoming events! August 9 — National Book Lovers Day Are you always looking for an excuse to drop everything and curl up in a comfy chair with a good book? Then this day is for you! Bookworms across the country, get ready to stock up on

What Annual furnace maintenance is mandatory for ensuring its optimal working condition. Why A poorly maintained and/or inefficient furnace could be costing you huge amounts of money and could prove to be a safety risk. How We highly recommend that annual service be completed by a certified HVAC or other heating specialist. Some of the main things they should do in this annual service include but are not limited to the following: 1- Replacing the furnace’s air filter 2- Clean

The dog days of summer have arrived, but we’re here to help you get through them with the following list of this month’s coolest happenings. See what’s in store for July! July 4 — Independence Day Are you ready to celebrate America’s birthday? Here are some fun facts to get you pumped up for the holiday: More than 16,000 official fireworks displays are held across the U.S. each year. Macy’s fireworks show in NYC is the largest in the country. 150 million hot dogs are consumed

Happy June! Are you ready for some summer fun? Make this June one for the books with the following ideas for a fun-filled month. June 8 — National Best Friends Day Friends are the family we choose. Do you have a best friend who means a lot to you? Celebrate your friendship by scheduling some time to do something you both enjoy. Whether it’s an epic outdoor adventure or an evening of drinks and good conversation, time spent with your best pal is always time well spent! June 17

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