NOVEMBER
SANDWICH DAY - NOVEMBER 3
With so many options of what to put between two pieces of bread, Sandwich Day provides endless opportunities for delis, sub shops or grocery stores to spread the word. Lunch bags or coolers with your client's logo can boost sales and bring in more lettuce for everyone.
BASKETBALL DAY - NOVEMBER 6
Since its inception in 1891, basketball has become one of the world's most popular sports. Community centers, athletic clubs or local school teams can create a b-ball buzz with mini-foam basketballs, compressed tees or light-up basketball pens.
NATIONAL CAKE DAY - NOVEMBER 26
It doesn't have to be someone's birthday to enjoy a scrumptious piece of cake. National Cake Day offers up a great excuse to splurge on a slice of sweetness. Bakeries or cake shops can commemorate this day with customized cake cutters, servers or handy aprons.
DECEMBER
HI NEIGHBOR MONTH
Our lives are so busy, we often don't take the time to acknowledge those who live right next door. This month, help your local homeowner's associations encourage more neighborly communication with customized t-shirts, caps, address markers or even tins of truffles.
NATIONAL COCOA DAY - DECEMBER 13
On a cold winter's day, there's nothing better than snuggling up under a blanket with a big, hot cup of cocoa. Customized coffee mugs with promotional cocoa packets tucked inside can create a warm and fuzzy feeling for your clients.
NATIONAL EGG NOG DAY - DECEMBER 24
It's only fitting to celebrate this festive time of year with the smooth, creamy, sweet beverage we all know and love - egg nog. Elegant glassware, acrylic mugs or tasty holiday cookies can complement this decadent holiday season treat.
JANUARY
EYE CARE MONTH
Our eyes are the windows to the world, so this month help keep them safe. Optometrists or eye glass retailers can put the focus on eye health with logoed sunglasses or customized contact lens and eyeglass cases.
OATMEAL MONTH
A hot, fresh steaming bowl of oatmeal can get anybody's day started off right. This month, show local diners, grocery stores and school cafeterias the importance of this hearty breakfast with custom bowls, spoons or aprons.
ELVIS PRESLEY'S BIRTHDAY-JANUARY 8
Whether it was his music, moves, bold fashion statements or perfectly styled hair, Elvis Presley forever left his mark on pop culture. Celebrate this musical icon's legacy with customized guitar key chains, bobble-head dolls, portable mp3 players or useful shower radios.
FEBRUARY
NATIONAL CHERRY MONTH
Whether in a pie, fruit salad or placed atop an ice cream sundae, cherries are a yummy member of the fruit family. Ice cream shops, grocery stores or local markets can promote Cherry Month with customized sundae containers, bright red t-shirts or cherry-flavored lip balm.
NATIONAL WILD BIRD FEEDING MONTH
With more emphasis on conserving our planet, this bird-focused month deserves even more attention. Preservation groups, pet stores or schools can bring attention to this month with customized bird feeders or packets of bird seed.
NATIONAL GUM DROP DAY-FEBRUARY 15
On this day, everyone has an excuse to splurge on these sugar-coated chewy treats. Candy shops or movie theatres can show off these colorful sweets with customized candy tins. Or, bright colored t-shirts can be a fun way for customers to sport their favorite flavors.
MARCH
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
This month, celebrate the many accomplishments of women throughout history. Museums, schools or churches can promote the importance of this month with t-shirts imprinted with famous quotes or calendars marked with historical dates.
DENTIST DAY-MARCH 6
Give all dentists a reason to smile and recognize all of their hard work throughout the year. Keepsakes such as personalized plaques can make a nice addition to any dentist's office. Or, fun products like mouth-shaped memo pads or tooth-shaped stress balls can make any dental professional show those pearly whites.
SINGLE PARENTS DAY-MARCH 21
This day recognizes the hard work and dedication of single parents throughout the United States. Products such as plaques, lapel pins or trophies can make any hard-working parent's day brighter.