Good morning, welcome to our series sharing Unique Holidays: November 16th, 2021. Did you know today is Button Day and I wish I had my grandmothers sewing basket that was full of old buttons which I would use to decorate a shirt or jacket for me. Wouldn’t that be fun?
Button Day– always November 16th.
Button Day is a fun day to collect, use, and enjoy buttons. Buttons come in all shapes, sizes, colors and designs. There is an endless variety of buttons for your collection.
Wait a minute is that the meaning of this Holiday!? Or is the purpose of this Holiday to wear buttons. You know, those diverse buttons that send a message for political purposes. Or, buttons that have funny sayings. Or, a button with a smiley face to cheer everyone up.
The origins of this Holiday are unknown., so we can’t be certain to the real meaning of this Holiday.
Which could be a good thing. It means you can celebrate today in anyway you want. Here are suggestions but I suspect you may have more…..
- Collect and display clothing buttons
- Button Up Day- ‘cuz it’s cold outside!
- Pushing Your Buttons Day – you’re kidding me, aren’t you!?
- Belly Button Day – now, here’s one that could be real fun and don’t forget to take a Belly Dancing Class.
- Belly Button Fuzz Day – it’s amazing what you find in there.
- Wear Buttons Day – skip the political buttons and find a button that makes you happy.
Origin of Button Day:
We did not find any information about the origin of this Holiday, or when it began or who originated the Holiday. Apparently, the originator’s lips were buttoned up.
Have a Party With Your Bear Day – always November 16th.
Is your Teddy Bear a “party Bear”? I hope so because today is Have a Party With Your Bear Day. And, what a swell day its going to be! You get to have a party and, you get to spend time with your Teddy Bear. I bet you can’t think of anything that is more fun!!
Get out the party banners and balloons then make a cake or cookies. Send out invitations and invite all of your Teddy Bears, and human friends, too and ask them to bring their Teddy Bears along.
Teddy bears are by far the most popular Bear for kids followed by Panda Bears aas people of all ages are fascinated by pandas.
Other days to spend with your Teddy Bear:
International Tolerance Day– always November 16th.
International Tolerance Day is an annual event, celebrated around the world and was created and sponsored by UNESCO. The United Nations is committed to strengthening tolerance by fostering mutual understanding among cultures and peoples. This is especially needed in these times of war, terrorism, and disregard for human life. Countries around the world celebrate this Holiday, by holding conferences, fairs and events to teach the meaning and importance of tolerance, and encourage individuals and groups to practice tolerance, respect and dignity.
According to UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon: “The United Nations promotes tolerance as a matter of its fundamental identity. When tolerance is upheld, we encourage the world to emulate those fine examples. When tolerance is threatened, we must speak out.” — UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon
If you are in a position to do so, create an event for your company, to promote and teach tolerance. As an individual look for events on this Holiday, where you can participate.
Origin of International Tolerance Day:
International Tolerance Day was proclaimed in 1993 by the UN General Assembly. 1995 was declared Year of Tolerance, and then this day became an annual event, sponsored and promoted by UNESCO. In 1996, the UN issued resolution 51/95, encouraging all member nations to participate in this day.
National Fast Food Day– always November 16th.
Americans are always fast moving, and always in a rush. As a result of our fast moving lifestyle, we need to eat quickly, and are unwilling or unable to wait long for our food to be prepared. As a result, Fast Food Restaurants, came into existence. Fast Food Restaurants have been a part of the American restaurant scene since the early 1950’s.
Participating in National Fast Food Day is easy. You are probably already doing so, on a regular basis. All you have to do, is eat or drink at a Fast Food Restaurant today. To be a full fledged participant on this Holiday, eat in a Fast Food Restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Charlie and I did this yeasterday so today we are cooking at home.
Origin of National Fast Food Day:
Our research did not reveal the creator of National Fast Food Day. The great mind that thought up this Holiday, was probably moving too fast to remember to take credit for creating this Holiday. He or she is likely someone in the Fast Food Industry.
This relatively new, yet important Holiday, is called a “National” Holiday but we did not find a Congressional or Presidential Proclamation making this Holiday a true National Holiday.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
