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Inspired by the survivors of Barry Larkin's suicide in 1995, R U Ok? Day helps friends and family start the conversation with those who seem to be struggling with life. A simple discussion beginning with the simple phrase, "Are you all right?" can save a life. R U Ok? Day is about educating the public on how to do this to prevent the tragedy of suicide and assist those who feel lost find their way back to life.

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Sep

Roald Dahl Day (1916): September 13

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Roald Dahl (September 13, 1916 - November 23, 1990) was a British children's novelist. Each year his fans hold Roald Dahl Day on the anniversary of his birth, September 13, as a celebration of his work. He's best known for: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory James and the Giant Peach Matilda

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Sep

Rice Week, Ntl. (UK): September 12-18

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Before the 1970s, rice wasn't common in the United Kingdom. That changed as more people from Asia immigrated, and with them came the food traditions and flavors from their own countries. Today, rice is a popular grain in the UK, and Rice Week encourages discovering all the different varieties and cooking something new. Tilda and The Rice Association champion National Rice Week.

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May

Small Business Week Virtual Summit, Ntl: May 2-5

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The U.S. Small Business Administration holds a National Small Business Week Summit each year, focusing on issues common to America’s entrepreneurs and the small business economy. Fortune 500 companies discuss their paths to success and share resources to help businesses on their entrepreneurial journey. Highlights of the summit include developing one-on-one connections with public and private sector partners to create opportunities for collaboration and information-sharing. In addition, small business participants learn about new business strategies, meet other business owners, and talk with industry experts.

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Sep

South-South Cooperation Day, Intl.: September 12

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South-South Cooperation is a manifestation of solidarity among peoples and countries of the global south that contributes to their national well-being, their national and collective self-reliance, and the attainment of internationally agreed on development goals, including the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Cooperation occurs through a broad collaboration framework in the political, economic, social, cultural, environmental, and technical domains. Developing countries share knowledge, skills, expertise, and resources to meet their development goals through concerted efforts. The United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation celebrates the economic, social, and political developments made in recent years by regions and countries in the south. It highlights the UN's efforts to work on technical cooperation among developing countries.

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Sep

Video Games Day, Ntl.: September 12

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National Video Game Day celebrates video games. A BRIEF HISTORY OF VIDEO GAMES Thomas T. Goldsmith Jr. and Estle Ray Mann submitted a patent on January 25, 1947, for the "Cathode Ray Tube Amusement Device," which, though never put into production, laid the foundation for video games. In 1948, a chess simulation game created by Alan Turing and David Champernowne became the first video game. It would have to wait a while to be played. At the time, computers didn't have enough memory to run complicated scripts. In 1950, Bertie the Brain, a tic-tac-toe arcade game, premiered using a purpose-built machine. In 1952, Pilot ACE was the first game created that could run on an IBM. A video version of checkers followed it. In 1954, the University of Michigan was the first to develop a graphics-based computer game that simulated billiards. The cue maneuvered via a joy stick and knob. By 1958, the game of tennis had made it to video. Business simulation games soon followed, taking "gaming" into the 1960s. The first purpose-built entertainment game originated with MIT and Harvard in 1962 from the minds of Martin Graetz, Steve Russell, and Wayne Wiitanen. It was called Space War and was popular among the various academic and research institutions with mainframe computers. At the time, a singular language did not exist that would allow programming across various platforms. That changed with BASIC in 1964. The first commercial video game was a coin-operated arcade game developed by Bill Pitts, and Hugh Tuck at Stanford University called Galaxy Game. At $20,000, it was too expensive for most arcade owners, and Galaxy Game never advanced past the prototype stage. Concurrently Nolan Bushnell and Ted Dabney were working on a much lower-cost version called Computer Space, which became the first video game sold commercially. Computer Space's creator would later be known as Atari, Inc. Pong would be the first game released under the new company in 1972, and an entire new industry was born. Magnavox saw an opportunity and developed the first in-home video game console that used a television set as the screen. Ralph Baer first put forth the concept in the 1950s. However, the technology needed to catch up with his ingenuity, which would take a decade and a half. The Odyssey went on sale in September 1972 and lasted until 1975. A lack of marketing strategy in distribution and channels spelled the ultimate doom for the product. However, it paved the way for Atari, Nintendo, and a host of other companies to create one of the most lucrative and successful entertainment and learning industries ever seen. David Earle created Nation Video Game Day. His company Kid Vid Warriors, sponsored it until 1996, when it moved from July to September. In 1997, the event settled on September 12 annually, without a sponsor.

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Sep

9 X 13 Day: September 13

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The measurement 9 X 13 refers to a standard baking pan size commonly used for casseroles, cakes, brownies, cobblers, and other goodies. To celebrate 9 X 13 Day on September 13 each year, bake and serve something extraordinary in a 9 X 13 pan.

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Sep

Celiac Disease Awareness Day (1839): September 13

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Celiac Disease Awareness Day occurs each year on the birthday of Dr. Samuel Gee. Its objective is to educate Americans about celiac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis, and the benefits of a gluten-free diet for the 1% of people in the US with this autoimmune, hereditary disease. Dr. Gee is responsible for identifying the link between diet and celiac disease. He was born on September 13, 1839.

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Sep

Chocolate Day, Intl. (1857): September 13

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International Chocolate Day marks the birthday of Milton S. Hershey (September 13, 1857), the founder of The Hershey Chocolate Company in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Chocolate beans have been used since around 1900 BC by the people of Central America, usually as a bitter drink, often alcoholic, or with red peppers. (It is quite a treat if you’ve never tried hot chocolate with red peppers using hot water instead of milk!) On his fourth voyage, Christopher Columbus brought this delicious bean to Europe. He noted the encounter in his ship’s log on August 15, 1502. A few decades later, Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés would bring the bean back in bulk (he was only 17 when Columbus found it). But in its Central American form, it wasn’t the sweet treat we see today. That required several inventions: John Baker’s process of grounding cocoa beans between millstones to create a powder in 1764 turned it into a spice. Conrad Van Houten developed a method for extracting the cacao liquor from the fat in the cocoa bean in 1828, which made chocolate affordable. And finally, the development of conching by Swiss chocolatier Rodolphe Lindt in 1879 made it into candy. The rest is sweet history. There are several different types of cocoa beans. Though native to the Americas, nearly two-thirds of cocoa production today occurs in Africa, and Ivory Coast is the largest producer.

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Sep

Defy Superstition Day: September 13

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Defy Superstition Day gives you the license to let black cats cross your path, walk under ladders and break mirrors with impunity. Today is the day to resist following superstitions or eliminate them altogether.

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Sep

Fortune Cookie Day: September 13

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The fortune cookie idea originated in Japan in the mid-19th century. Per Japanese tradition, fortunes, referred to as omikuji, were placed inside a cookie and served to guests. At the turn of the century, this idea found its way to a Japanese tea house in San Francisco via the Benkyodo Bakery. Rather than the traditional sesame and miso batter, the bakery changed to butter, vanilla, and flour batter and called them "fortune tea cakes." Los Angeles and Hong Kong have competing claims for the title of "creator of the fortune cookie." Frankly, both claims are irrelevant. The idea and concept originated in Japan. The competing cities fine-tuned it.

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Sep

Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day: September 13

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Kids Take over the Kitchen Day, created by the Young Chefs Academy, encourages children to get into the kitchen and make the family meal today. It is an excellent opportunity for parents to teach their children about meal preparation, nutrition, and cooking.

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Sep

Hound Day, Hug Your, Ntl.: September 11

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Ami Moore, The Chicago Dog Coach, created National Hug Your Hound Day. The holiday seeks to increase the bond between dogs and their owners and to help dog owners see the world as dogs see it. "National Hug Your Hound Day," Moore stated, "is celebrated annually on the 2nd Sunday in September. This day is dedicated to celebrating the bond between you and your dog. National Hug Your Hound Day is about truly observing your dog (from their point of view) in their environment and everyday life and for just one day to see the word as your dog sees it. As you celebrate your beloved dog, remember that today is about keeping our dogs healthy, happy, and safe at home and in our hearts."

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Sep

Housekeepers Week, Intl.: September 11-17

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International Housekeepers Week began in 1981 and is championed by International Executive Housekeepers Association. This celebration focuses on maintaining a safer and cleaner environment for people. The week recognizes the efforts of housekeepers working in establishments such as hotels, schools, and hospitals.

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Sep

Make Your Bed Day: September 11

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Make Your Bed Day emphasizes the importance of making your bed in the morning. A tidy room contributes to positive mental health, and the room feels more relaxing and less stressful. Make Your Bed Day is an unofficial event with no sponsor (but don’t tell the kids that).

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