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February 11, 2015

Don't Cry Over Spilled Milk Day
The Origin of the Phrase

White Shirt Day
White Shirt Day honors original ‘Occupy’ movement

Make a Friend Day
Maybe you don't need to make a new friend today but maybe you need to give some TLC to your current friendships.

Satisfied Staying Single Day
The Art of Being Happily Single

Get Out Your Guitar Day
The Invention of the Guitar
Have you ever thought of plucking away at the guitar? Pick one up today, here's a beginner lesson to get you started!


Pro Sports Wives Day
There's a magazine for just them
They have an association

Peppermint Patty Day
Remember these commercials?

Patricia "Peppermint Patty" Reichardt












Make your own Peppermint Patties
For adults only: Peppermint Patty shot recipes
For adults only: Hot Peppermint Patty
For adults only: Peppermint Pattie Cocktail
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