February

February 1 - Bubble Gum Day - Bubble gum day is celebrated in many schools. It is a day when kids can actually chew gum in glass. Many schools use as a fundraiser. If kids donate 50 cents to a charity selected by the school, they get to chew bubble gum all day. Contests are held to see who can blow the biggest bubble. Give your bubble gum lover and it does not have to be a kid, a special box of their favorite today.

February 1 - National Wear Red Day - National Wear Red Day is sponsored by the American Heart Association and focuses on women with heart diseases. Give your special lady something red for the day.

February 2 - Bonza Bottler Day - The day was created by Elaine Fremont in 1985. She wanted a day each month to celebrate. The days are celebrated when the number of the day is the same as the month and when the number of the month, the number of the day, and the last number of the year are the same. Elaine died in a car accident in 1995. Her sister, Gail Berger, has taken over. Bonza Bottler Day is celebrated in many parts of the world and clubs have been formed. The day can be celebrated with a party but you can also make it a special occasion such as dinner out with friends. Their mascot is a friendly groundhog.

February 2 - Groundhog Day -If the groundhog sees his shadeow when he emerges, there will be six more weeks of winter.

February 9 - Golden Dragon Parade and Chinese New Year Festival - Each year the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Los Angeles presents this event as a Chinese New Year celebration. There is a parade and entertainment for both adults and children as well as food and vendor booths. If you live on the East Coast or in the Midwest, this would make a nice getaway. Otherwise, take your favorite person to dinner at their favorite Chinese restaurant.

February 14 - Ferris Wheel Day - Birthday of the inventor of the ferris wheel, George Washington Gale Ferris. Take a friend, your family, and your kids to their favorite amusement park and ride all day.

February 14 - Valentine Day - One of the most romantic days of the year. Do something special for your loved one. Make it something unexpected.

Feburary 1-28 (29) - American Heart Month - Since 1964, February has been known as American Heart Month by proclamation of the President.

February 1-28 (29) - Fabulous Florida Strawberry Month - February is harvesting month for strawberries in Florida. Strawberries dipped with chocolate make a great Valentine Day gift.

February 1-28 (29) - National Black History Month - Founded by Carter G. Woodson, the celebration started as week in 1926. Since 1976, it has been celebrated for a month. It is a celebration of the contribution of African Americans in this country and in Canada. Books on African American history are a great gift for children and adults.

Second Saturday in February - Pro Sports Wives Day - This day is in recognition of the wives of professional athletes. Are you a golfer, skier, tennis player? Do you spend your weekends watching football, basketball, baseball games and golf tournaments? Why not recognize your sports widow on this day?