Teentober

TeenTober is an international celebration hosted by libraries every October aiming to celebrate teens while promoting year-round services and the innovative ways they help teens learn new skills.  Staff are encouraged to use this international celebration to advocate for, and Read More …

National Poetry Day (UK)

from the official website: National Poetry Day is the annual mass celebration on the first Thursday of October that encourages all to enjoy, discover and share poetry. In 2021, National Poetry Day takes place on 7 October 2021, and the theme is Choice. Read More …

National Dictionary Day

From Merriam Webster website: National Dictionary Day is October 16th and it celebrates the birthday of Noah Webster, considered by many to be the father of the American dictionary. This special day celebrates language, emphasizes the importance of learning, and Read More …

National Indigenous Peoples Day (U.S.)

From Oprah Daily: First proposed in 1977, Indigenous Peoples’ Day has grown rapidly in the last few years. More and more cities recognize the importance of a day that celebrates Native American cultures, while acknowledging their resilience in the face of a long Read More …

Digital Inclusion Week

from DigitalInclusion.org: Digital Inclusion Week 2021: Pathways to Digital Empowerment Digital Inclusion Week is an annual campaign that recognizes local digital inclusion organizations and special events that promote digital equity across the country. Please join us October 4-8, 2021 – Read More …

Science Literacy Week

From the official Science Literacy Week website:   This year’s theme is climate. They’re partnering with Environment and Climate Change Canada and organizations from across Canada to offer content that will inspire you! Science Literacy Week showcases the many ways kids and Read More …

CASC Week of Wonder (for Science Literacy Week)

from Canadian Association of Science Centres website:   The Canadian Association of Science Centres (CASC), in partnership with Exploring By The Seat Of Your Pants (EBTSOYP) is hosting a 5-day virtual  #WeekofWonder during NSERC’s Science Literacy Week (#Scilit). Teachers, students Read More …

National Injury Prevention Day (Canada)

From the Parachute website: Parachute will celebrate National Injury Prevention Day in Canada to raise awareness about the devastating effects of predictable and preventable injuries. Our goal is to educate others and help all Canadians live long lives to the Read More …

National Hygiene Week (UK)

From The Hygiene Bank: The Hygiene Bank is launching National Hygiene Week to help raise awareness that hygiene poverty is real for many of the over 14 million living in poverty in the UK. This year during National Hygiene Week Read More …

Children’s Art Week (UK)

From the Inspire website: Children’s Art Week will see thousands of children, their teachers and their families taking part in fun, creative activities at home and in schools across three weeks in June and July. Venues of all types and Read More …