http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:10:40 -0700 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:31:04 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Buy-Nothing-Day-No-purchase-necessary?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner Christmas products being stocked on store shelves earlier and earlier every year? If you are someone who avoids Black Friday like the plague, this special "holiday" may be right up your alley! Buy Nothing Day was founded by Canadian... Black Friday Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:31:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Buy-Nothing-Day-No-purchase-necessary?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d16-National-Adoption-Day-2009?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner November 21st is National Adoption Day, an annual “holiday” that celebrates adoptive families across America. The day also serves as an important reminder of the thousands of children in foster care just waiting to be part of a loving ... Raising Awareness Days Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:34:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d16-National-Adoption-Day-2009?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d15-Black-Friday-2009-Sales-Galore?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner Finding ways to save money in a struggling economy is pretty important, especially with the holiday season right around the corner. While some prefer to sit back and relax the day after Thanksgiving, many people look forward to one thing – shop... Black Friday Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:07:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d15-Black-Friday-2009-Sales-Galore?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Perfect-pumpkin-pie-recipes-for-the-holidays?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner With Thanksgiving right around the corner, now is the time to plan that perfect holiday meal. Whether you are planning a small family get-together or a huge holiday bash, you'll need the perfect dessert. There is no need to stress out abo... Thanksgiving Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:27:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Perfect-pumpkin-pie-recipes-for-the-holidays?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Lets-Talk-Turkey--Smoked-barbecued-and-grilled-turkey-recipes-for-a-stressfree-Thanksgiving?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner Whether it’s roasted, stuffed, grilled, baked-in-a-bag or barbecued, turkey is traditionally the star attraction at the Thanksgiving table. Preparing the perfect turkey is paramount to a successful Thanksgiving dinner. If you worry you... Thanksgiving Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:24:27 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Lets-Talk-Turkey--Smoked-barbecued-and-grilled-turkey-recipes-for-a-stressfree-Thanksgiving?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Thanksgiving-Turkey-101--Perfect-roast-turkey-recipes-for-a-stressfree-Thanksgiving?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner Whether it's roasted, stuffed, grilled, baked-in-a-bag or barbecued, turkey is traditionally the star attraction at the Thanksgiving table. Preparing the perfect turkey is paramount to a successful Thanksgiving dinner. If you worry your ... Thanksgiving Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:48:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Thanksgiving-Turkey-101--Perfect-roast-turkey-recipes-for-a-stressfree-Thanksgiving?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Butt-Out--Its-the-Great-American-Smokeout?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner Did you know a very special day is set aside every year to encourage smokers and tobacco users to put out those butts and kick the habit?  Not to be confused with Kick Butts Day, the Great American Smokeout is an annual event that takes place... Raising Awareness Days Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:56:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Butt-Out--Its-the-Great-American-Smokeout?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Veterans-Day-for-Kids-Free-Veterans-Day-printables-games-activities-and-crafts-for-children?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner Veterans Day is a federal holiday celebrated each November 11, unless the day falls on the weekend. Americans across the nation honor and remember the millions of brave American men and women who have previously served, and are currently serving, ... Veterans Day Sun, 08 Nov 2009 09:24:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Veterans-Day-for-Kids-Free-Veterans-Day-printables-games-activities-and-crafts-for-children?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d4-America-Recycles-Day-for-kids--Make-a-difference-with-free-games--activities-for-child?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner Did you know, November 15th is America Recycles Day (ARD)? This important "holiday" provides the perfect opportunity for children around the world to join in and help make our planet cleaner and safer. Paper accounts for about 40 ... Environment Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:07:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d4-America-Recycles-Day-for-kids--Make-a-difference-with-free-games--activities-for-child?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d4-America-Recycles-Day-Get-involved-in-ARD-and-make-a-difference?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner November 15th is America Recycles Day (ARD). The nationwide initiative, by the National Recycling Coalition (NRC) and Keep America Beautiful (KAB), promotes the positive impact recycling has on the economy and environment across America. For 1... Raising Awareness Days Environment Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:53:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d4-America-Recycles-Day-Get-involved-in-ARD-and-make-a-difference?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d3-World-Kindness-Day--Perform-a-random-act-of-kindess-today-and-pass-it-on?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner Let’s face it. Many people today are overworked, stressed out and downright tired. Rude service, road rage and angry gestures seem to occur far too often nowadays. In an effort to promote kindness, empathy, peace and compassion around... Raising Awareness Days Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:26:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d3-World-Kindness-Day--Perform-a-random-act-of-kindess-today-and-pass-it-on?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Sadie-Hawkins-Day?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner November 13th is dedicated to a popular Al Capp comic character, Sadie Hawkins. Although the event may be celebrated on different days in November, the first mention of Sadie Hawkins Day was first made on November 13th, 1937. Poor Sadie.&nb... Silly Days Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:34:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Sadie-Hawkins-Day?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Veterans-Day-Remembering-and-honoring-the-brave?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner Veterans Day is a federal holiday celebrated in the United States each November 11th. If November 11th falls on the weekend, the holiday is moved to either the prior Friday or following Monday. Veterans Day History: First called Armisti... Veterans Day Sun, 01 Nov 2009 07:39:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Veterans-Day-Remembering-and-honoring-the-brave?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Halloween-FreebiesTotally-free-products-for-the-October-31st-holiday?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner In a struggling economy, saving a buck or two is pretty important. So, how does free sound to you? Several businesses and organizations are giving away totally free products in honor of the Halloween holiday. Halloween Freebies 2009  ... Halloween Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:40:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Halloween-FreebiesTotally-free-products-for-the-October-31st-holiday?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Celebrate-National-Sandwich-Day-Yummy-sandwich-recipes?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner November 3rd is National Sandwich Day! Who knew! Legend has it that gambler John Montagu, the fourth The Earl of Sandwich, came up with the idea of a sandwich before a big gambling match in 1762. In order for the Earl to eat with one hand a... Food Days Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:36:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Celebrate-National-Sandwich-Day-Yummy-sandwich-recipes?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Standard-Time-2009-reminders--Byebye-Daylight-Saving-Time?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner It's about time!   Standard Time, that is.   With many people focusing on the upcoming Halloween festivities, some may not realize Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends the same weekend as Halloween. Standard Time begins at ... Etc. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:28:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Standard-Time-2009-reminders--Byebye-Daylight-Saving-Time?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Housewife-Day?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner In honor of the millions of stay-at-home women, today is a special day just for you! It's Housewife Day, also called Retro Housewives Day. Back in the day, it was the "norm" for most women to be stay-at-home moms.  But tho... Appreciation Days Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:51:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Housewife-Day?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Halloween-TrickorTreating-Safety-Tips-Keep-little-ghosts-and-goblins-safe-on-Halloween?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner While many children look forward to the annual trick-or-treat tradition, Halloween can be an anxious and worrisome time for parents.  Planning ahead is paramount in keeping your children safe this trick-or-treat season. The following tip... Halloween Wed, 28 Oct 2009 05:30:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Halloween-TrickorTreating-Safety-Tips-Keep-little-ghosts-and-goblins-safe-on-Halloween?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Celebrate-All-Souls-Day?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner All Souls Day is an annual religious event often celebrated by the Catholic Church.  All Souls Day, also referred to as the Day of the Dead, Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed or Feast of All Souls, honors and remembers faithful frien... Spiritual Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:21:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Celebrate-All-Souls-Day?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d27-All-Saints-Day--Honoring-known-and-unknown-saints?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner All Saints Day is an annual event often celebrated by the Catholic Church. For those in the Western Church, the event is celebrated on November 1st.   Also called Feast of All Saints or All Saints, the religious day honors and commemorat... Spiritual Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:32:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m10d27-All-Saints-Day--Honoring-known-and-unknown-saints?cid=exrss-Holidays-Examiner