What to Celebrate December 21 thru 27, 2020
Celebration Ideas for December 21 – 27, 2020
Two weeks. That’s all that’s left of this train wreck of a year. Maybe less, depending on when you’re reading this.
But we made it through. And that’s reason enough to celebrate!
Of course, candy canes, pumpkin pie, and crossword puzzles will help, too. Plus many more fun & delicious holidays.
So Merry Christmas to those who celebrate. And Happy Kwanzaa too.
For the rest of you, Merry Humbug Day and Happy Festivus to you.
Now go ahead and take a peek and plan your week. And yes, remember to …
Enjoy!
Celebrate for the rest of December
Keep celebrating safe gifts, birds, and more for the rest of the month.
As you’re buying last-minute gifts, keep in mind the Safe Toys and Gifts Month message: Make sure the gifts you buy are not only safe in general but also appropriate for the person you’re giving them to.
And don’t forget about Bingo’s Birthday Month! If you’re a fan of game nights, make sure you add Bingo to the mix.
The Audubon Christmas Bird Count is already underway. But it runs through January 5, with different circles counting on different days. So check with local circles to see if they’ve counted yet. If not, see if there’s still room for you to participate!
Weekly Celebrations for Dec. 21 to 27
There’s not too much in the way to week-long celebrations for the end of the year. But it is the perfect time to knock out a few last-minute goals. And for anyone with African heritage, there’s Kwanzaa to enjoy.
It’s About Time Week (December 25 – 31, 2020): During the final week of the year we make a final sprint to the new year by trying to finish up some of this year’s goals and get ourselves motivated for a bright, shiny new year. And this year especially we need a new year to look forward too! But also we need to feel we’ve achieved something this year. So let’s try to end this year and start next year on a positive note!
And Kwanzaa starts on the 26th. This celebration of African culture runs for 7 days, from December 26 through January 1.
Celebration Days coming up for Dec. 21 thru Dec. 27
Sure Christmas is this week, but that’s only one day (that not everybody even celebrates!). So how are you supposed to fill the rest of your time?
With crossword puzzles & Daleks, of course! Along with some silence, and some whining, and some thank you notes. And lots of yummy treats, too.
Yes, we’re looking forward to another fun-tastic week! We hope you are too.
December 21:
Crossword Puzzle Day: Celebrate the anniversary of the first published crossword. It appeared in the New York World on Dec. 21, 1913. We’re pretty sure you can figure out how to celebrate this one. 🙂
International Dalek Remembrance Day: Remember the Daleks! As if we could ever forget them. 😲 These persistent aliens first began tormenting the Doctor on December 21, 1963.
Short Girl Appreciation Day: On the shortest day of the year we celebrate those girls who can relate. If you’re a short girl, you deserve a pat on the back (not on the head!). And help to reach that thing on the top shelf. Or even the middle shelf probably. If you’re not short yourself, you probably know some short girls. Let them know you appreciate them for this day. And help them reach that thing!
Make Music Winter: Music can brighten any day of the year. But especially the darkest day of the year! So see if there’s a Make Music event near you and join. If there isn’t, there’s nothing stopping you from making music right in your own home for your own enjoyment. Or even in your yard for your neighbor’s enjoyment, too (for this it’s probably best if you’re actually good at making music 😉).
Humbug Day: We probably all know at least one person whose opinion of the holidays is a lot like Ebenezer Scrooge’s (before his epiphany, anyway). But this day isn’t actually about them. At least not directly. No, this day is about giving the rest of us permission to let our inner bah, humbug out. Because no matter how much we may enjoy the holidays, there’s no doubt they’re stressful. So on this day express those frustrations! According to Tom & Ruth Roy, the day’s creators, you’re allowed 12 humbugs. So use them wisely!
National Flashlight Day: The shortest day of the year is … well, kinda dark! So make sure you have a flashlight ready to help light your way, whatever you’re doing.
National French Fried Shrimp Day: Mmmm … crunchy fried shrimp. Is there anything better? If you say there is not (or at least not much), then you’ll want to dig into a big plate of them. Order them from your favorite seafood place. Or make some fried shrimp yourself. It’s really quite simple!
December 22:
Be a Lover of Silence Day: The world is a noisy place. Especially around the holidays! And too much noise can add to our stress levels. But giving yourself the gift of silence can soothe your soul and help you recharge to be ready to take on the world again. So take some time on this day to just enjoy some silence.
National Date Nut Bread Day: Make yourself a delightfully moist date nut bread to celebrate the day. Then enjoy a warm slice slathered with butter or cream cheese. If you celebrate Christmas, make a 2nd loaf to have as a simple breakfast while you’re preparing your feast.
December 23:
Festivus: Put up your plain Festivus pole and air your grievances! That’s right, Festivus is upon us again. Will you get a Festivus miracle this year?
Metric Conversion Day: Did you know that the metric system is the preferred measurement system for the US? We can’t blame you if you didn’t, since few people outside of scientists seem to use it! But it is, according to the Metric Conversion Act of 1975. Yes, 1975! And we still haven’t truly made the switch. Why? 🤨 🤔
National Pfeffernusse Day: Mmmmm … sweet, spicy, & nutty, and covered with powdered sugar. Pfeffernusse may just be the perfect cookie. Or at least in the top 10! They’re especially popular for the winter holiday season, so why not bake a batch or 10 to enjoy and share.
December 24:
National Re-gifting Day: Yes, we listed this for last Thursday (Dec. 17) too. Because it’s supposed to be the Thursday before Christmas, and while the 24th is “only” Christmas Eve, we consider that part of Christmas. And some websites agree. But not all. Some insist it is the 24th this year. So if you have things you’d like to re-gift and you missed it last week, you get another chance! And again, just make sure you don’t give it back to the person who gave it to you.
National Eggnog Day: Have a warm, relaxing Christmas Eve with your favorite eggnog drink. Whether you prefer it straight out of the carton or with alcohol and/or other spices, there’s no wrong way to enjoy it. Don’t have a favorite recipe? Try one of these eggnogs. Don’t celebrate Christmas? That’s no reason not to celebrate eggnog!
December 25:
A’Phabet Day (No “L” Day): On this day we must avoid the etter “L”, because on Christmas it’s “Noel”! Get it? Yes, it’s a terribe pun. 😉 😁
National Pumpkin Pie Day: Do you usually serve pumpkin pie for Christmas dessert? If you do you’re celebrating right. If not you may want to start. Because how can you celebrate Pumpkin Pie Day without pumpkin pie?! Need a recipe that’s not blah? Try this one! And of course, not celebrating Christmas is no excuse to not celebrate pumpkin pie. 🙂
Christmas Pudding Day: Another sweet treat you might enjoy is Christmas pudding. Which is just plum pudding eaten on Christmas. But no matter what you call it, it’s delicious. Now traditionally the Christmas pudding gets made on Stir-up Sunday, which happens on the last Sunday before Advent. Luckily for anyone who missed that tradition, the pudding will be just as good if you make it closer to serving time! If you’d like to try, here’s a classic Christmas pudding recipe for you.
December 26:
Boxing Day: On the day after Christmas people in the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and a few other countries have another holiday. And while the origin of the name has a couple of competing theories, it is a true holiday, with many people having the day off.
National Whiners Day: On this day you have permission to whine. What about? Pretty much anything you want! Except the presents you got. Or didn’t get. You must be thankful for what you have. But you may whine about anything else.
National Thank You Note Day: Speaking of being thankful for what you have, have you thanked the gift givers yet? No, not with a text or a DM on your favorite social site. No. Make your thank you count with a real note written on real paper. Or even real cards! Because in this day of electronic everything there’s just something special about personalized snail mail.
National Candy Cane Day: Do you decorate with candy canes for the holidays? Or do you prefer to just eat them? Are you a traditional red & white, peppermint cane kind of person? Or do you like the different colors & flavors? Whatever your preference, make sure you enjoy a candy cane in honor of the day.
December 27:
National Visit the Zoo Day: Many zoos are requiring reservations these days. But a trip to the zoo is a great family outing and fun for everyone. So if you have a zoo near you, see what its rules are for visiting and make a plan to go.
National Fruitcake Day: What’s your opinion on fruitcake? If you love it, enjoy some for the day. If you hate it, gift some to someone who loves it. Either way, you’ll be celebrating right. And if you’re a fruitcake hater, consider the possibility that you just haven’t had a good one. And maybe try making one yourself. Try this fruitcake recipe. It even includes ideas for different fruits and spices you can try to make it a fruitcake you’ll love. Or, if you think you prefer your fruitcake with alcohol, try this Fruitcake That Won’t Make You Gag recipe!
