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INTERNATIONAL BATH DAY

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On June 14, celebrate International Bath Day by filling up a lovely bath for your children. Realize that bath time is a great time to discover and learn. With just a few bath toys or simple plastic cups, they will immediately begin to test the waves of their water lab. Watch and see how every child becomes a little scientist with fresh new bath time discoveries!

MontVoo-Bath Mat-Bathroom Mat Rug Non Slip Super Absorbent Stain Resistant Quick Dry Thin Bathroom Rug-Bath Mats for Bathroom Floor Bathtub Vanity-Bathmat Bath Rug Easy Care#InternationalBathDay
MontVoo-Bath Mat-Bathroom Mat Rug Non Slip Super Absorbent Stain Resistant Quick Dry Thin Bathroom Rug-Bath Mats for Bathroom Floor Bathtub Vanity-Bathmat Bath Rug Easy Care
Tens Towels Large Bath Towels, 100% Cotton, 30 x 60 Inches Extra Large Bath Towels, Lighter Weight, Quicker to Dry, Super Absorbent, Perfect Bathroom Towels#InternationalBathDay
Tens Towels Large Bath Towels, 100% Cotton, 30 x 60 Inches Extra Large Bath Towels, Lighter Weight, Quicker to Dry, Super Absorbent, Perfect Bathroom Towels
OLANLY Luxury Bathroom Rugs Mat 30x20, Extra Soft and Absorbent Microfiber Bath Rugs, Non-Slip Plush Shaggy Bath Carpet, Machine Wash Dry, Bath Mat for Bathroom Floor, Tub and Shower#InternationalBathDay
OLANLY Luxury Bathroom Rugs Mat 30×20, Extra Soft and Absorbent Microfiber Bath Rugs, Non-Slip Plush Shaggy Bath Carpet, Machine Wash Dry, Bath Mat for Bathroom Floor, Tub and Shower
Sen Yi Bao Luxury Bathtub Caddy Tray，Bamboo Bathtub Tray Caddy - Wood Bath Tray Expandable，Can be Placed Book and Integrated Tablet Smartphone and Wine Holder - Gift Idea for Loved Ones#InternationalBathDay
Sen Yi Bao Luxury Bathtub Caddy Tray，Bamboo Bathtub Tray Caddy – Wood Bath Tray Expandable，Can be Placed Book and Integrated Tablet Smartphone and Wine Holder – Gift Idea for Loved Ones

HISTORY

Legend has it that on this day Greek mathematician, scientist and scholar, Archimedes, discovered while taking a bath that an object’s volume could be accurately measured by being submerged in water! Unable to contain his excitement, Archimedes leapt out of the bathtub and yelled, “Eureka, Eureka!” as he ran through the streets of Syracuse, Greece. Archimedes’ exact date of birth is not known, only the year (287BC) so the day chosen to commemorate is the day that he leapt out of the bathtub, June 14th. How was this date determined? The ancient Greek legend says that it was exactly one week before the beginning of summer. The calendar in those days was astronomical and seasons were determined due to the 23.5-degree tilt of the Earth’s rotational axis in relation to its orbit around the sun. Summer began (then and today) on June 21st so a week before is June 14th and this was the date set.

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Make bath time fun and full of discovery! Like Archimedes, children can learn the basic properties of physics such as empty versus full, floating, sinking, weight, and cause and effect all while having FUN in the tub! Use #InternationalBathDay to share on social media.

Bath Biss Spa Foam Bath Pillow | Suction Cup | Bathtub | Head and Neck Support | Relaxing Cushion | White#InternationalBathDay
Bath Biss Spa Foam Bath Pillow | Suction Cup | Bathtub | Head and Neck Support | Relaxing Cushion | White
Fathers Day Gift Basket, Awesome Mens Gift Set, 14Pc Sandalwood Bath Set, Personal Self Care Kit Gifts from Son Relaxing Man Gift Basket for Dad Boyfriend Husband Birthday Basket Grooming & Skin Care#InternationalBathDay
Fathers Day Gift Basket, Awesome Mens Gift Set, 14Pc Sandalwood Bath Set, Personal Self Care Kit Gifts from Son Relaxing Man Gift Basket for Dad Boyfriend Husband Birthday Basket Grooming & Skin Care
Ancient Minerals Magnesium Bath Flakes - Bathing Alternative to Epsom Salt - Soak in Natural Salts - High-Absorption Efficiency for Relaxation, Wellness & Muscle Relief - 8 lbs#InternationalBathDay
Ancient Minerals Magnesium Bath Flakes – Bathing Alternative to Epsom Salt – Soak in Natural Salts – High-Absorption Efficiency for Relaxation, Wellness & Muscle Relief – 8 lbs
Spa Luxetique Gift Baskets for Women, Spa Gifts for Women-10pcs Lavender Gift Sets with Body Lotion, Bubble Bath, Relaxing Bath Sets for Women Gift, Birthday Gifts for Women, Mothers Day Gifts for Mom#InternationalBathDay
Spa Luxetique Gift Baskets for Women, Spa Gifts for Women-10pcs Lavender Gift Sets with Body Lotion, Bubble Bath, Relaxing Bath Sets for Women Gift, Birthday Gifts for Women, Mothers Day Gifts for Mom

NATIONAL SHOWER WITH A FRIEND DAY

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On National Shower with a Friend Day on February 5th is a tongue in cheek way of educating people about the benefits filtered, chlorine-free water. 

Check out the link below to see if you should shower in filtered water. https://www.uswatersystems.com/the-truth-about-chlorine-in-your-shower-water

Luxury Filtered Shower Head Set 15 Stage Shower Filter For Hard Water Removes Chlorine and Harmful Substances - Showerhead Filter High Output by AquaHomeGroup
Luxury Filtered Shower Head Set 15 Stage Shower Filter For Hard Water Removes Chlorine and Harmful Substances – Showerhead Filter High Output

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Winter is the coldest and loneliest season of the year. With dwindling daylight and Valentine’s Day at its heart, February can often leave people feeling dejected and somber. The day injects a bit of humor into the season while also serving to educate people on the benefits of showering in fresh, filtered water (and the effects of chlorine).

Learn more about how chlorine is harmful to shower or bathe in or consume.

For a sweet treat today check out World Nutella Day.

Wonwo 100% Cotton Bath Towels, 600 GSM Luxury 6 Piece Set - 2 Bath Towels, 2 Hand Towels, and 2 Washcloths - Gray by Wonwo
Wonwo 100% Cotton Bath Towels, 600 GSM Luxury 6 Piece Set – 2 Bath Towels, 2 Hand Towels, and 2 Washcloths – Gray

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HOW TO OBSERVE #ShowerWithAFriendDay

Shower with filtered water. Learn more about the harmful effects of chlorine and how to filter it. Use #ShowerWithAFriendDay to post on social media.

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NATIONAL USE YOUR GIFT CARD DAY

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National Use Your Gift Card Day reminds Americans to use the $1 billion in gift cards left unused each year. On the third Saturday in January, take stock of the gift cards you received over the holidays. Make the most of each one of them before they’re forgotten for good!

Amazon Top 100 gifts
Amazon Top 100 Gifts

We all do it. Stash away gift cards thinking we will have more time later to use them. They collect dust and disappear into an abyss somewhere. We discover them as we clean and often don’t remember how much was on the card or if we used a portion of it. Those partial balances add up, too!  The first step is to collect the cards together and see what you have. You know where to look.

  • Every pocket of every purse and wallet you have
  • The infamous junk drawer
  • Glove compartment of the car
  • Bottom of the toy box (it may have been used to scrape goo off a toy)
  • The other junk drawer
  • A gift bag with the tissue paper still in it
  • The toolbox (we know what happens when a flathead screwdriver can’t be found)

Once you have your gift cards, get organized. Where do the gift cards work? Restaurants, retail, and services all offer gift cards. Some gift cards are designed to be used just about anywhere.

Coach Women's Katy Satchel#UseYourGiftCardDay
Coach Women’s Katy Satchel
Dooney & Bourke Handbag, Quincey Beacon Tote#UseYourGiftCardDay
Dooney & Bourke Handbag, Quincey Beacon Tote
Michael Kors Charlotte Large 3-in-1 Tote Crossbody Handbag Leather#UseYourGiftCardDay
Michael Kors Charlotte Large 3-in-1 Tote Crossbody Handbag Leather
Kate Spade Leila Medium Triple Compartment Satchel Women's Leather Handbag#UseYourGiftCardDay
Kate Spade Leila Medium Triple Compartment Satchel Women’s Leather Handbag
Maximizing Your Gift
  • Check for deals to maximize your gift cards. In most cases, gift cards work just like cash and can be used with coupons. There are exceptions, however, so it’s always good to check first.
  • Is the card to a place you don’t shop? You have a few options:
    • See if the card is good at a companion location
    • Check to see if the gift card can be cashed out
    • Have a gift card swap party or sell your gift card for cash
    • Donate your gift card to a charity fundraiser like a silent auction
  • Plan to overspend the amount of the gift card to avoid having small balances lying around. Even if you add a small useful item (lip balm is always handy) to go a penny over the amount, you’ll be able to hand the card over to the retailer to recycle the card.

NATIONAL USE YOUR GIFT CARD DAY HISTORY

Tilson PR founded National Use Your Gift Card Day in 2020 to make sure everyone gets the most out of their gift cards. Leave no gift card unturned and find tips, ideas, and deals by visiting useyourgiftcard.com, too.

HOW TO OBSERVE #UseYourGiftCardDay

Collect your gift cards. It’s time to use them. Don’t let them sit for a year and risk losing your gift altogether. Maximize your gift cards with deals and get the most out of your gift cards, too. Have a shopping spree or a spa day with your gift cards. Don’t let those gifts and savings pass you by! Use #UseYourGiftCardDay to share on social media.

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NATIONAL RUBBER DUCKY DAY

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According to a 1973 Sesame Street calendar, Rubber Duckie’s Birthday is January 13th so around the country it’s National Rubber Ducky Day! A friend of Ernie and Big Bird, Duckie made his debut in a February 1970 episode.

Rubber Duckie#NationalRubberDuckyDay
Rubber Duckie
Rubber Duckie#NationalRubberDuckyDay
Rubber Duckie

The rubber ducky (also spelled duckie) has come a long way from his first concept as a chew toy for children. While the origin of the first rubber ducky is uncertain, many rubber molded toys came about when rubber manufacturing developed in the late 1800s. They produced a variety of toys from dolls and various animal shapes, including the rubber duck. 

In 1928, Landon Smart Lawrence received the earliest patent fora rubber duck toy. His clever design weighted the toy so that when it tipped it returned to an upright position. The sketch included with the patent was that of a duck.

During World Wars I and II, rubber was a valuable commodity. Rationing became mandatory and by the 1940s with the advent of plastic, the rubber ducky began being produced in vinyl and plastic.

Russian Sculptor Peter Ganine sculpted many animal figures. One, a duck, he later designed and patented into a floating toy which closely resembles the rubber ducky we have become familiar with today.

Sales of the iconic yellow rubber ducky we’ve come to know today soared in Britain in 2001. Why? A British Tabloid, The Sun, reported Queen Elizabeth II had a rubber duck in her bathroom that wore an inflatable crown.

The rubber ducky became a Toy Hall of Fame inductee in 2013. Founded in 1998, the Hall of Fame has only inducted 52 other toys.

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalRubberDuckyDay

Spend time with your favorite rubber ducky. Share photos of your rubber ducky collection. Discover all the different kinds of rubber duckies available. Use #NationalRubberDuckyDay to post on social media. Do you still have yours?

The Dreidel Company Jumbo Rubber Ducky 10.5" Inches#NationalRubberDuckyDay
The Dreidel Company Jumbo Rubber Ducky 10.5″ Inches
Assortment Rubber Duck Toy Duckies for Kids, Bath Birthday Gifts Baby Showers Classroom Incentives, Summer Beach and Pool Activity, 2" (25-Pack)#NationalRubberDuckyDay
Assortment Rubber Duck Toy Duckies for Kids, Bath Birthday Gifts Baby Showers Classroom Incentives, Summer Beach and Pool Activity, 2″ (25-Pack)
Happy Trees Duck Bath Toy Large Bath Duck Squeak Rubber Duck Baby Shower, 7 Inches#NationalRubberDuckyDay
Happy Trees Duck Bath Toy Large Bath Duck Squeak Rubber Duck Baby Shower, 7 Inches
Giant Glitter Rubber Duck Toy with Sound Assortment Duckies for Kids, Bath Birthday Gifts Baby Showers Summer Beach and Pool Activity, 6" (3-Pack)#NationalRubberDuckyDay
Giant Glitter Rubber Duck Toy with Sound Assortment Duckies for Kids, Bath Birthday Gifts Baby Showers Summer Beach and Pool Activity, 6″ (3-Pack)

NATIONAL BUBBLE BATH DAY

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On a cold winter’s day, relaxing in a nice warm/hot bubble bath sounds like the perfect way to commemorate National Bubble Bath Day. Is it no wonder we celebrate it annually on January 8th?

The bubbles on top of the water (also known as foam bath or foaming bath) insulate the bathwater, keeping it warmer for a more extended period.

  • Children find bubble baths fun and enjoy playing with the bubbles, which entice them to take their baths.
  • Some bubble bath, bath foam, or foaming bath serves a dual purpose and can also be used to wash skin or hair.
  • Bath foam preparations may be in the form of a liquid, gel, or as solids in the form of powders, grains, or tablets.

According to the AC Nielsen Data, Mr. Bubble is the #1 brand of bath products in the United States, and in 2011 it celebrated its 50th birthday. Mr. Bubble is a brand of bath products made by The Village Company.

The brand’s slogan is “Makes Getting Clean Almost as Much Fun as Getting Dirty!”

In 1961, Mr. Harold Schafer and the Gold Seal Company of North Dakota, USA, founded Mr. Bubble. The Gold Seal company manufactured and distributed Mr. Bubble until 1986 when the company was sold. Over time, Mr. Bubble bubble bath products have been reformulated. They are tear-free, dermatologist-tested, hypoallergenic, and pediatrician tested. Mr. Bubble TV show appearances include:

  • Family Guy
  • The Simpsons
  • 1983 Eddie Murphy Delirious
  • 1987 Gold Through the Fire
  • 1996 Ed (starring Matt LeBlanc)
  • Everybody Loves Raymond (Season 3)

NATIONAL BUBBLE BATH DAY HISTORY

The country has been celebrating the day since at least 1999. However, we’ve been unable to find the creator of the day. Maybe they’re still taking a bubble bath.

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalBubbleBathDay

Prepare yourself a relaxing bubble bath. Bubble baths offer health benefits, too. 

  • Relieve congestion – During the dry winter months, we are more susceptible to colds and chest infections. Let the steam from a bubble bath help loosen congestion and sooth a cough. 
  • Ease sore muscles – Are muscles aching from new year’s workouts? Ease the ache with a warm bubble bath. Add some Epsom salts, too. 
  • Sleep better – Add some lavender oil to your bubble bath at night and relax your body and mind before bed. Relaxed muscles combined with the lavender will nudge your body toward a better sleep routine.
  • Reduce tension – Let the worries of the day wash away. 

Share why you enjoy a bubble bath. 

Use #BubbleBathDay to post on social media.