From fall football to trick-or-treat ... October brings with it all sorts of annual celebrations and traditions! We love this month too because it's a time of transition: The weather cools, the leaves change, and we can take our favorite cozy sweaters out of storage and make our favorite apple and/or pumpkin desserts.
But that's not all that's happening this month! From Breast Cancer Awareness Month to Mental Illness Awareness Week, there are lots of important observances taking place in October, along with fun holidays to celebrate, like Make a Difference Day.
Here are 10 events and holidays our diverse Macaroni KID families will be marking this month:
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1. Breast Cancer Awareness Month | October 1st - 31st
Breast cancer is by far the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women, according to the Centers for Disease Control. About 250,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. Each of the women and men diagnosed has their own story. Read Angela Duncan's life story here. We are proud to have her as the Apollo Beach - Ruskin - Wimauma, Fla. Macaroni KID publisher.
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2. Homemade Cookie Day | October 1st
Kick-off October by making cookies with your kids on Homemade Cookie Day. Check out this fun fall recipe for Caramel Apple Cookies. Yum!
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3. Mental Illness Awareness Week | October 2nd - 8th
One in 5 U.S. adults experiences mental illness each year and 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year, according to the National Association of Mental Illness. Now, if you need help or know someone in need, you can reach out immediately for help. You can dial “988” to reach trained crisis counselors anywhere in the United States if you need help in a mental health, substance use, or suicide crisis anywhere in the United States. Learn more about 988 here.
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4. National Night Out | October 4th
During the event, neighborhoods throughout Galveston and across the state of Texas are asked to spend the evening outside with their neighbors, police officers, firefighters, and city officials. Events such as neighborhood walks, cookouts, block parties will all occur simultaneously throughout the city.
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5. National Pastor/Clergy Appreciation Month | October 9th
Although October is recognized as Pastor Appreciation Month, the idea grew for emphasizing one specific day to nationally pay tribute to our clergy. This day became known as Pastor Appreciation Day; also referred to as Clergy Appreciation Day. This day of showing national gratitude for clergy members is celebrated on the second Sunday in October. Cards of appreciation are a great way to show honor.
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6. National Fire Prevention Week | October 9th - 15th
Fire Prevention Week is the perfect time to talk about fire safety with our families, and also to ensure our home and children are prepared in the case of an emergency. Check out these 10 National Fire Prevention Association fire safety tips for families.
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7. Indigenous Peoples' Day | October 10th
Did you know many US states and the District of Columbia, along with more than 130 cities across the United States, now observe Indigenous Peoples' Day instead of or in addition to Columbus Day? It's a way to acknowledge and honor the people native to our lands. Find out the Native American tribes that called your area home on this map.
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8. International Day of the Girl Child | October 11th
This year's theme, "Our time is now—our rights, our future," brings attention to the existing burdens on girls around the world, looking ahead at a decade investing in the future of girls' leadership and potential.
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9. Make a Difference Day | October 22nd
The fourth Saturday in October is devoted to helping others by doing volunteer work in the community. Find a project you and the kids can volunteer for and make a difference today!
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10. Halloween | October 31st
One of the most anticipated holidays of the year for many kids! Dressing up in fun costumes, fun treats, and candy... what's not to love?
Be sure to check the Macaroni KID Events Calendar to find more amazing fall fun and trunk-or-treats happening this month!
Keep shining, "Sunshine Sheri" | Publisher, Macaroni KID Galveston
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