October is about more than tricks and treats, pumpkin spice, and festive costumes. Thanks to National New Friends Day, October is the perfect month for taking the opportunity to form new connections and strengthen existing ones.

Holidays are great opportunities for family time, and National Dessert Day is no exception. Stop by your favorite local bakery, restaurant, donut shop, or ice cream parlor today – you are sure to find some tasty temptations or one large confection for everyone to share.

Pediatric dentists aren't generally in the business of recommending the consumption of sugary treats, but every once in a while comes an occasion that calls for a bit of indulgence. National M&M Day, which is celebrated on October 13th, is just such an event.....

It is estimated that one out of every five children between the ages of 12 and 18 has experienced bullying. National Stop Bullying Day hopes to bring an end to this statistic.....

The United Nations estimates that women account for about two-thirds of the 750 million illiterate adults in the world. Although that statistic might not sound right to Americans, internationally, women and girls are often left behind in education, health, and financial literacy....

With a plethora of digital games, movies, TV shows, and online videos from influencers, kids these days may have a tendency to spend more time than ever indoors. Of course, not all device time is by choice ever since completing homework has become dependent on them

October 6 — National Coaches Day — is a special day, designed for identifying the important coaches in your family's life. While sometimes overlooked, especially next to teachers and parents, coaches play vital roles for millions of kids, teaching them not just about some of our most beloved games and sports....

Where would we be without teachers? All of us owe a debt of gratitude to at least one teacher who impacted our lives. World Teacher's Day is the perfect opportunity to express that gratitude and remember the people who played such a pivotal role in our growth and development...

National Child Health Day is celebrated on the first Monday in October. As a national observance, it was first recognized in 1928 by President Calvin Coolidge. The goal of National Child Health Day is to raise awareness of the importance of taking care of children, not only for themselves but for society as a whole....