Darwin Day
An international celebration honoring Charles Darwin and his theory of evolution. A day for promoting and recognizing the importance of science. Observed on the day of Darwin’s birth.

Just Say No To PowerPoint Week
Are your eyes tired, your brain fried, your butt numb just thinking about sitting through another PowerPoint presentation?

Businesspeople its time to break free of those boring screens of words upon words upon words by actually communicating directly with your hostages audiences. Its time to “Just Say No!“

Pro Sports Wives Day
Honoring the important role that spouses of professional athletes play in their personal and professional lives as well as the generous and unselfish philanthropic work that they do.

photo credit: Bobasonic via flickr

Man Day

Grab a beer and drop your pants.
Send your wife and kids to France.
It’s the Man Show Day!

Quit your job and light a fart.
Yank your favorite private part.
It’s the Man Show Day!

Celebrated on the Sunday before Valentine’s Day. Its all men all the time. Maybe this is penance for our total rejection on Valentine’s Day.*

Zicke Zacke, Zicke Zacke, Oi, Oi, Oi!

*(94% of men do not receive anything for Valentine’s Day)

Love May Make The World Go ‘Round, But Laughter Keeps Us From Getting Dizzy Week

“Laughter is the shortest distance between two people“

The week before Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to remind us that there is a strong connection between the heart and “hearty” laughter.

photo credit: *Spaghetti* via flickr

Laugh and Get Rich Day
A day for recognizing that laughter and humor are a good for morale in the workplace and the reality that laughter has a positive effect on a business’ bottom line.

Chinese New Year
Gung Hay Fat Choy! The first day of the Chinese lunar calendar is a very important holiday to the Chinese people. It is celebrated worldwide, wherever there are large Chinese populations, with food, festivities, fireworks, and parades.

There are 12 cycles to the Chinese lunar calendar, each represented by an animal. This year, 2008, is the first year in the 12 year Chinese Zodiac cycle and is the year of the “Rat.” It is said that those born during the year will be leaders, pioneers and conquerors.

It is common to give red packets to children during this period of celebration. The red envelopes contain money, which should be of an even number (as odd numbers are associated with money given during funerals).

And for your enjoyment here is a short video of the Chinese New Years parade in New York City’s Chinatown. This will give you a brief flavor of the festivities and fun.