Those hot days of August are upon us — and we're loving all this time outside with our kiddos!
But it also feels like summer is drawing to a close, with the start of a new school year just around the corner.
Here are 7 holidays and events you and your family can mark this August.
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World Breastfeeding Week
World Breastfeeding Week, supported by UNICEF and the World Health Federation in more than 120 countries, was created with the goal to provide support for breastfeeding moms everywhere. Aug. 1-7
Local Resources:
Iowa Breastfeeding Facebook Support Group
Genesis Health: Breastfeeding Basics - Thu, Jul 29 [6:00p - 8:00p] / Mon, Aug 16 [6:00p - 8:00p]
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National Girlfriends Day
Sounds like a good excuse for a night out with your BFFs! Aug. 1
Local Spots:
Brunch at Foundry Food + Tap means bottomless mimosas, mules and bloody marys
Then head over to Cloth & Sage for a little shopping!
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National Night Out
National Night Out, observed annually on the first Tuesday of August, is a night for community building. Aug. 3
Local Events:
Coffee & Cuttings - Get your caffeine fix while you learn how to propagate a plant! [10:00a – 10:30a]
Vander Veer Conservatory - Education Room
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Day
Today we raise a glass of milk to Ruth Graves Wakefield, the inventor of the chocolate chip cookie. She made the first batch in 1938 by chopping up pieces of a Nestlé semi-sweet chocolate bar and mixing them into her dough. Aug. 4
Local Cookie Shops:
Cookies & Dreams: 217 E. 2nd St, Davenport | 6768 Competition Dr, Bettendorf
QC Cookie Jar: 3872 Sparrow Ct, Bettendorf (appt only)
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National S'mores Day
That's right. Give me s’more. We’ve got more than a dozen takes on this ooey, gooey, delicious summertime treat. Aug. 10
Check out this idea for a S'mores buffet to help you find your favorite combination!
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International Youth Day
International Youth Day, a day designated by the United Nations, is an opportunity to celebrate the involvement of young people in issues worldwide, ranging from the political to the environmental. Take the opportunity to ask your kids what they think the most pressing issues of today are. You might be surprised by their insights. Aug. 12
Local Events:
Caregiver & Me - Family Yoga Class
Library in the Park
Young Artist Storytime
Hula Hooping with Rosie
Party in the Park
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International Elephant Day
Elephants are a threatened species and International Elephant Day is a great chance to talk to your kids not only about this amazing creature, but also other endangered animals and the importance of caring for them and our world. Aug 12
Local Resources:
Education Classes at Niabi Zoo
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