MEDIA ALERT | NEW DAY PROCLAMATION | NATIONAL SUN RESPONSIBLY DAY | May 18

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MEDIA ALERT | NEW DAY PROCLAMATION FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Inaugural National Sun Responsibly Day on May 18 Urges Americans to Protect Skin Year-Round, Not Just at the Beach As Memorial Day weekend approaches with the unofficial start of summer, health advocates, dermatologists, and industry leaders are joining forces for the inaugural National Sun Responsibly Day on May 18. Submitted by world-leading skincare company L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty and officially approved by the National Day Calendar Registrar, this new awareness day aims to transform sun protection from an occasional warm-weather chore into a universal, daily habit. The launch of National Sun Responsibly Day underscores an urgent public health reality: one in five Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70, and more than two people die from the disease every hour in the United States. While skin cancer rates continue to rise, it remains one of the most preventable forms of cancer. A primary goal of the campaign is to debunk the myth that sun damage only happens at the beach or pool. In reality, most sun damage occurs during "incidental" daily exposure—such as driving, walking the dog, or even sitting near a window. How to Participate and Celebrate #SunResponsiblyDay: Make SPF a Daily Ritual: Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ to your face, neck, and hands every single day—even when it’s cloudy. Reapply every two hours, or immediately after swimming or sweating. Gear Up: Wear UV-rated clothing, polarized sunglasses to protect your eyes, and tightly woven fabrics like a wide-brimmed hat. Seek Shade: Utilize the shade of a tree, an umbrella, or head indoors when UV rays are at their highest. Check Your Skin: Use the day as a reminder to perform a skin self-exam to look for new or changing spots, and book an annual dermatology appointment. Lead the Conversation: Dermatologists, retailers, and manufacturers are encouraged to share clinical tips and debunk common sun myths. Share a "Sun Safe Selfie": Post a photo showing off your favorite hat, sunglasses, or sunscreen application on social media using the hashtags #NationalSunResponsiblyDay and #SunResponsibly. Story Behind the Day National Sun Responsibly Day grew out of a powerful collaboration of thought-leading dermatologists and retailers convened by L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty, whose initial campaign reached millions across 11,000 retail locations. By elevating the initiative to the national stage, organizers hope to make healthy sun habits as second nature as putting on a seatbelt. For more information, visit National Sun Responsibly Day or join the movement on social media using #SunResponsiblyDay. About National Day Calendar National Day Calendar is the authoritative source for fun, unusual, and unique National Days and Weeks. Based in North Dakota, it helps millions of people "Celebrate Every Day." Media Contact: Marlo Anderson marlo@nationaldaycalendar.com (701) 204-6674 NationalDayCalendar.com   712 W Main Street ~ Mandan, ND 58554 Visit website  |  Unsubscribe  |  View in browser

Pizza, Pedals, and Professional Heroes: Happy May 15th! 🍕🚴‍♂️🍪

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15 May 2026 on the National Day Calendar®  MAY 15, 2026 | NATIONAL PIZZA PARTY DAY | PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY | NATIONAL CHOCOLATE CHIP DAY | NASCAR DAY | BIKE TO WORK DAY | BRING FLOWERS TO SOMEONE DAY | NATIONAL NYLON STOCKING DAY | NATIONAL ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY | DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION DAY | MALCOLM X DAY   Hi Everyone, If your Friday feels like it has extra horsepower, that’s because the calendar is absolutely loaded today. From racing legends to local heroes, we’re celebrating the fast, the brave, and the delicious. The May 15th "Victory Lap": The Ultimate Office Reward: It is National Pizza Party Day. Whether it’s thin crust, deep dish, or "that one place down the street," today is the day to share a slice with the team. The Memorial & Honor: We observe Peace Officers Memorial Day, honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, and Defense Transportation Day, recognizing the people who keep our military and our nation moving. The Sweetest Invention: Happy National Chocolate Chip Day! We’re celebrating the tiny morsels that make life better. Fun fact: The chocolate chip cookie was an accidental invention—just like some of the best ideas in history. The Need for Speed: Start your engines for NASCAR Day. We’re celebrating the fans, the drivers, and the incredible teamwork that happens at 200 mph. The Two-Wheeled Commute: It’s Bike to Work Day. To the brave souls pedaling their way to the office today: we salute your quads and your commitment to the planet! The Heartfelt Gestures: It is Bring Flowers to Someone Day. You don't need a reason—just grab a bouquet and brighten someone's desk or doorstep. The Fashion Milestone: Happy National Nylon Stocking Day, celebrating the 1940 debut that changed the fashion industry forever. The Vital Cause: Finally, it’s National Endangered Species Day. It’s a day to learn about the incredible creatures we share the planet with and how we can protect their future. The Legacy: Today is Malcolm X Day, honoring the civil rights leader’s birthday and his enduring legacy of justice and self-determination. The May 15th Challenge: Bring a flower to a coworker, bike somewhere (even if it's just to the mailbox), and—this is mandatory—eat something with chocolate chips in it.   Coming on May 16, 2026 National Days NATIONAL BARBECUE DAY ARMED FORCES DAY DO SOMETHING GOOD FOR YOUR NEIGHBOR DAY NATIONAL CLASSIC MOVIE DAY NATIONAL MIMOSA DAY NATIONAL LEARN TO SWIM DAY NATIONAL COQUILLES SAINT JACQUES DAY NATIONAL BIOGRAPHER’S DAY NATIONAL SEA MONKEY DAY NATIONAL PIERCING DAY HONOR OUR LGBT ELDERS DAY NATIONAL LOVE A TREE DAY   Notable Birthdays for May 15 Levi Lincoln, Sr. (1749-1820) - President Thomas Jefferson's first Attorney General. L. Frank Baum (1856-1919) - Author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Ida Rhodes (1900-1986) - Pioneer in computer programming. Frank Evans Heart (1929-2018) - Computer engineer who was the first to work on the first routing computer for ARPANET.   Notable Birthdays for May 15 1672 - The first copyright law enacted by Massachusetts. 1862 - The Department of Agriculture is created. 1869 - Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton found the National Woman Suffrage Association in New York. 1905 - The city of Las Vegas is founded. 1928 - Mickey Mouse makes his first appearance in the film Plane Crazy. 1933 - The first voice amplification system (microphone) is used in the Senate. 1940 - The first McDonald's restaurant is opened. 1942 - Gas is rationed in the U.S. 1944 - Dwight D. Eisenhower, Bernard Montgomery, Winston Churchill and King George VI discuss plans for D-Day in Europe. A Final Thought: In honor of National Endangered Species Day, we want to make sure "Interesting Emails" don't become an endangered species in your inbox. We know we’ve evolved lately, but we promise we’re still the same friendly creature you’ve known for years! Best, Team NDC Visit the full calendar 712 W Main Street ~ Mandan, ND 58554 Visit website  |  Unsubscribe  |  View in browser

Biscuits, Blueprints, and the Birdie Dance: Happy May 14th! 🍗💃🏠

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14 May 2026 on the National Day Calendar®  MAY 14, 2026 | NATIONAL DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY | NATIONAL DECENCY DAY | NATIONAL UNDERGROUND AMERICA DAY | NATIONAL BUTTERMILK BISCUIT DAY   Hi Everyone, Today is a delightful mix of the sophisticated and the slightly ridiculous. Whether you are looking for a deep architectural dive or just an excuse to flap your wings, May 14th has you covered. The May 14th "Four-Course" Menu: The "Flap Your Wings" Moment: Happy National Dance Like a Chicken Day! It is officially time to embrace the ultimate polka-party classic. Whether you do it ironically or with total passion, today is about not taking yourself too seriously. The Moral Compass: It is National Decency Day. In an era of "hot takes" and internet arguments, today is a simple reminder to lead with basic respect and kindness. It’s about being a "decent" human being—something we think never goes out of style. The Architectural Wonder: It is National Underground America Day. We’re celebrating the thousands of people who live in earth-sheltered homes. These "hidden" dwellings are sustainable, quiet, and a fascinating part of the American landscape. The Southern Staple: Finally, it’s National Buttermilk Biscuit Day. Flaky, buttery, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. If a biscuit is involved, it’s a good day. The May 14th Challenge: Perform one "Decent" act of kindness for a stranger, and then treat yourself to a buttermilk biscuit. If you do the Chicken Dance while waiting for the oven to preheat, you get bonus points.   Coming on May 15, 2026 National Days NATIONAL PIZZA PARTY DAY PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY NATIONAL CHOCOLATE CHIP DAY NASCAR DAY BIKE TO WORK DAY BRING FLOWERS TO SOMEONE DAY NATIONAL NYLON STOCKING DAY NATIONAL ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION DAY MALCOLM X DAY   Notable Birthdays for May 14 Ed Ricketts (1897-1948) - Marine biologist who conducted pioneering studies of intertidal ecology (organisms found in high/low tides). Zutty Singleton (1898-1975) - Jazz drummer for Louis Armstrong's Hot Five. Herbert Morrison (1905-1989) - Radio journalist radio who recorded a dramatic report of the Hindenburg disaster. John Hope (1919-2002) - Meteorologist who was a hurricane expert. Brad Anderson (1924-2015) - Cartoonist who created the loveable dog Marmaduke. Sophie Kurys (1925-2013) - Second basewoman in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. Ethel Johnson (1935-2018) - The first black female champion of professional wrestling. George Lucas (1944-Still Living) - Creator of Star Wars. Mark Zuckerberg (1984-Still Living) - Co-founder of Facebook.   Memorable Events for May 14 1787 - Delegates gather to draw up the Constitution of the United States. 1800 - The Federal government moves from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. 1853 - Gail Borden patents his process for condensed milk. 1897 - The State Theatre opens in Washington, Iowa (oldest continuously operating movie theater in the world. 1913 - The Rockefeller Foundation begins operation. 1942 - The U.S. Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) forms. 1973 - The Supreme Court approves equal rights to females in the military.   A Note on "Underground": We know our new email style might have felt like it came out of nowhere (or from "underground"), but we’re focused on building something solid, sustainable, and—above all—decently entertaining for you every day. Best, Team NDC Visit the full calendar 712 W Main Street ~ Mandan, ND 58554 Visit website  |  Unsubscribe  |  View in browser

Heroes, High-Leaps, and Home-Style Pie: Happy May 13th! 🐸🥧🥗

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13 May 2026 on the National Day Calendar®  MAY 13, 2026 | NATIONAL RECEPTIONISTS DAY | CHILDREN OF FALLEN PATRIOTS DAY | NATIONAL APPLE PIE DAY | NATIONAL FROG JUMPING DAY |  NATIONAL THIRD SHIFT WORKERS DAY | NATIONAL CROUTON DAY | NATIONAL FRUIT COCKTAIL DAY   Hi Everyone, Today’s calendar is a beautiful mix of grit and garnish. We are celebrating the people who keep the world running 24/7 and the simple treats that make a meal complete. Here is your May 13th "Jump-Start": The Face of the Company: It is National Receptionists Day. To the masters of first impressions, the keepers of the calendar, and the calm in the middle of the office storm—we appreciate you! You make the "chaos" look easy. The Heartfelt Honor: We observe Children of Fallen Patriots Day. Today we recognize the resilience of children who have lost a parent in the line of duty and support the organizations helping them achieve their educational dreams. The American Classic: It is National Apple Pie Day. Warm, flaky, and maybe with a scoop of vanilla ice cream? It’s the unofficial dessert of happiness. The Leap of Faith: Happy National Frog Jumping Day! Inspired by Mark Twain’s famous story, today is about seeing how far you can go with one big jump. The Night Owls: Happy National Third Shift Workers Day. While the rest of us are dreaming, you’re keeping the hospitals running, the shelves stocked, and the world safe. Coffee is on us today! The Crunchy & The Sweet: We’re rounding out the menu with National Crouton Day (because a salad is just a bowl of disappointment without them) and National Fruit Cocktail Day. The May 13th Challenge: Give a "shout-out" to someone working the night shift, and take a "frog leap" toward a goal you’ve been hesitant to start. Oh, and put extra croutons on your lunch.   Coming on May 14, 2026 National Days NATIONAL DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY NATIONAL DECENCY DAY NATIONAL UNDERGROUND AMERICA DAY NATIONAL BUTTERMILK BISCUIT DAY   Notable Birthdays for May 13 Joe Louis (1914-1981) - Known as the "Brown Bomber" and considered one of the most influential boxers of all time. Bea Arthur (1922-2009) - Actress fondly remembered for her role as Dorothy on The Golden Girls. Harry Glickman (1924-2020) - Co-founder of the Portland Trail Blazers (NBA). Harvey Keitel (1939-Still Living) - Actor who is known to play the "tough guy" on film. Ritchie Valens (1941-1959) - Musician who helped pioneer the rock and roll movement who died in a plane crash. Stevie Wonder (1950-Still Living) - One of the most successful R&B musicians with hits like Superstition, Isn't She Lovely?, Ebony and Ivory (duet with Paul McCarthy), and I Just Called to Say I Love You. Darius Rucker (1966-Still Living) - Musician who was the lead vocalist for the rock band Hootie & the Blowfish until he switched over to the country music genre.   Memorable Events for May 13 1607 - John Smith (and other colonists) establishes Jamestown near the James River in Virginia. 1846 - President Polk requests Congress to declare war on Mexico. The request is approved. 1884 - The Institute for Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE) forms in New York. 1916 - The first observance of Native American Day is celebrated. 1947 - The Senate approves the Taft-Hartley Act, limiting the power of unions. 1958 - The trademark for Velcro is registered. 1966 - Federal funding is denied to 12 school districts in the South because of violations of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.   A Quick Thought: Just like a good salad needs National Crouton Day, we think an email needs a little "crunch" to be interesting. We’re grateful for the reception our "new recipe" has received lately—thanks for staying for the full course! Best, Team NDC Visit the full calendar 712 W Main Street ~ Mandan, ND 58554 Visit website  |  Unsubscribe  |  View in browser