What’s Up in February -

The most noted holidays in February are Ground Hog Day, Valentine’s Day and President’s Day, but there are a few more. As I did my search on www.earthcalendar.net, there were a couple of events that I was quite surprised that were not listed on the calendar; International Networking Week, Feb. 2 – 6, and National Wear Red Day, Friday, Feb. 6. If you search through my blogs you will find a blog on National Wear Red Day.

I like all the fun days like Bob Marley Day. I could use some sun, fun, and relaxation, which is what I think about when I hear reggae. In fact I turned on my CD player yesterday as I was cleaning the shelf it sits on and guess what. To my surprise and delight there were raggae CD in the player already. I finished my chores to the sounds of reggae. Let’s hope that General Beauregard Lee, our resident Groundhog for Georgia, doesn’t see his shadow tomorrow. I’m ready for some sunshine and warmer days.

Another fun one is Mardi Gras. I love New Orleans. Would love to visit again. Love the town, the food, the fun. I haven’t been back to New Orleans since Katrina. I’ll have to add that to my bucket list.

Oh and another one that’s not on the list, Race Week, for those that follow NASCAR. Race Week starts Feb. 8 with the running of the 51st Daytona 500 on February 15. I’ve been to a few of those. Need to add that to my bucket list also. I would like to go back again someday, but I think I like the July race there better. February’s weather is unpredictable and is usually to cold for me. I remember in all the years we went to Daytona, there was only one year that I actually got to wear shorts and a t-shirt. I had to go buy some because I had quite packing them.

So here is February’s list. Hope you enjoy and find something to celebrate and send a H.U.G., Heartfelt Unexpected Greeting, to someone.
February-2 Groundhog Day

February-2 National Change your Windshield Wipers Day

February-3
February-6 Patient Recognition Day
Bob Marley Day in Jamaica
February-7 National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

February-8 Boy Scout Day
February-12
February-12 Lincoln's Birthday
Darwin Day
February-14 St. Valentine`s Day

February-17 National Public Science Day
February-17
February-21 Random Acts of Kindness Day
International Mother Language Day
February-22
February-22 George Washington's Birthday
World Thinking Day

February-24 Carnival / Mardi Gras



Month Observances
Occasion Link
AMD \ Low Vision Awareness Month Prevent Blindness America

African American History Month Associated Publishers Inc. of America
American Hearth Month American Heart Association

American History Month National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution

Canned Food Month Canned Food Info Council of America
National Cat Health Month American Veterinary Medical Association
National Cherry Month Cherry Marketing Institute of America
National Children's Dental Health Month American Dental Association

National Embroidery Month Stitches Magazine of America

National Pet Oral Health Care Month Pet Dental

National Snack Food Month Snack Food Association

National Weddings Month Assoc. of Bridal Consultants of America
Potato Lovers Month National Potato Board of America
Responsible Pet Owner Month A.S.P.C.A.

Prevent a Litter Month Humane Society of the United States

Pet Dental Month American Veterinary Medical Association

National Wild Bird-Feeding Month National Bird-Feeding Society


First Week
Occasion Link
National Patient Recognition Week n/a

First Full Week
Occasion Link
Pride in Food Services Week Dietary Managers Assoc.

National Consumer Protection Week Consumer Confidential


Second Week
Occasion Link
National Crime Prevention Week National Exchange Club of America
Cardiac Rehabilitation Week American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation


Third Week
Occasion Link
Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week National Highway Traffic Safety Admin.

Pay Your Bills Week American Collectors Assoc.

You'll probably be seeing a lot more blogs from me in the next couple of weeks as I recuperate from my surgery which is scheduled for Wednesday. I have a lot of musings to catch up on.

Celebrate Experience!

Celebrate Happiness!

Celebrate Life!

Celebrate You!

In gratitude,
Annette

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The Artful Table

Today's blog is about a fun event that took place locally this past weekend, 'The Artful Table.'

The Dawson County arts council held it’s second “Artful Table” luncheon this past weekend. It was a fund raiser for a local art council. Tables were decorated for the luncheon. All types of people and groups signed up to decorate tables using all types of themes. The men who were the servers for the luncheon are on the board of the arts council. This year was a sold out event with over 100 people attending.

I had the idea to sign up to decorate a table using greeting cards with the theme ‘Send Out to Give.’ I talked two of my friends and fellow distributors into helping. I knew between the three of us, we could come up with a beautiful table. After some tedious planning and staging hours, trips to the store, the washing and polishing of dishes and silver, we pulled it all together. Our table was beautiful. I think we even surprised ourselves.

The luncheon was wonderful. We met lots of wonderful people, had lots of comments and compliments on our table, and some interest in the greeting cards. Each person who attended voted on their favorite table. The tables were incredible. The creativity was just unbelievable. Although our table didn’t win, we had a great time and it was a very enjoyable day.

Here is a link on my Facebook account to view all the tables:
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=76952&id=1485257979

In gratitude,
Annette
Painted Lady Enterprises
"Helping You and Your Business Look Good"