July! We're in the heat of summer now. This month brings to mind the "oohs" and "aahs" of fireworks, long, hot summer days by the pool, and dinners from the grill, complete with buttery corn on the cob. Yum. Here are 10 events and holidays you and your family will want to recognize in July:
Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month - July 1st - 31st
Did you know nearly 300,000 American kids are diagnosed with Juvenile Arthritis? This isn't your grandma's arthritis though: Kids with juvenile arthritis deal with their bodies’ immune system attacking their joints, causing swelling, stiffness, and permanent damage. Find out how you can help.
Canada Day - July 1st
Oh, Canada. This is the day informally referred to as Canada's birthday. Much like America's July 4 holiday, Canadians celebrate the holiday with parades, festivals, barbecues, fireworks, and outdoor concerts.
Independence Day - July 4th
Independence Day or the Fourth of July is an American celebration commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Although the Continental Congress voted in favor of Independence on July 2nd, 1776 it wasn't until 2 days later on July 4th when the delegates from all 13 colonies officially adopted the Declaration of Independence.
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Macaroni Day - July 7th
Don't make us throw elbows: Macaroni Day is a holiday that those of us at Macaroni Kid feel has all sorts of pastabilities. Celebrate by trying one of these yummy mac and cheese recipes from Macaroni Kid EATS!
Teddy Bear Picnic Day - July 10th
Did you know this holiday came about because of a children's song from 1907 called the "Teddy's Bear Picnic"? Round up the kids and their favorite stuffies to celebrate. Perhaps the menu calls for peanut butter and honey sandwiches, with gummy bears for dessert.
Shark Awareness Day - July 13th
Shark facts to amaze your kids:
- There are more than 500 species of shark
- You're more likely to be killed by a falling coconut than by a shark attack
- 100 million sharks are killed each year by humans
How can your family help sharks? Learn about sharks and how important they are, and reuse and recycle. It's good for the sharks -- and the planet.
National Hot Dog Day - July 17th
Hot dog, hot dog, hot diggity dog. Today's a great day to fire up the grill and put out all the fixings for a hot dog bar. How creative can your family be?
Nelson Mandela Day - July 18th
“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead," Mandela once said. Nelson Mandela Day is meant as a day worldwide to honor the legacy of Nelson Mandela and his values through volunteering and community service.
National Ice Cream Day - July 21st
What more do we need to say? Get yourself a scoop. Or three. July 21
