When:
🗓️ Third Saturday in October
Where:
🌐 Everywhere
Since:
1921❓
Created in 1921 by Herbert Birch Kingston after Candy Day was canceled in order to save sugar.
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The original date was October 8, but since 1929 the date was moved to the 3rd Saturday of October.
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Sweetest Day: Celebrating Love and Kindness with Candy
There’s nothing sweeter than celebrating love and kindness, and that’s what Sweetest Day is all about! This holiday, which takes place on the third Saturday in October, is all about showing your loved ones how much you care. It’s a day to indulge in sweet treats and spread kindness to everyone around you.
What is Sweetest Day?
It’s often referred to as a “candy holiday” because it involves giving and sharing sweet treats with loved ones. But what sets Sweetest Day apart from other candy-centric holidays is its focus on kindness and love. Unlike Valentine’s Day, which is primarily focused on romantic love, Sweetest Day celebrates all forms of love, including friendship and family
The Origin of Sweetest Day
Believe it or not, Sweetest Day has a surprisingly charitable history that dates all the way back to the early 1900s!
Our story begins with a man named Herbert Birch Kingston, who was a philanthropist from Cleveland, Ohio. In 1922, he had the idea to bring some happiness and sweetness into the lives of the less fortunate in his community. He began by distributing candy and small gifts to orphans, shut-ins, and the elderly.
The gesture caught on and soon other Clevelanders were also giving out candy and sweet treats to their loved ones and those in need.
The holiday was initially celebrated on the third Saturday of October, and it quickly spread beyond Cleveland to other parts of the United States.
How to Celebrate Sweetest Day
To celebrate Sweetest Day, it’s all about indulging in sweet treats and showing kindness to those around you. Here are a few ideas on how to celebrate:
- Treat your loved ones to their favorite candy or dessert. Whether it’s a box of chocolates or a homemade cake, there’s no better way to show your love than with a sweet treat.
- Make it a social event! Host a candy-making party or invite friends over for a dessert potluck. It’s a great way to spend time with loved ones and indulge in some delicious treats.
- Don’t forget the drinks! Pair your sweet treats with a fun drink, such as a bubbly champagne or a hot cocoa with marshmallows.
Safety Tips for Sweetest Day
While Sweetest Day is all about indulging in sweet treats, it’s important to keep safety in mind. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
- Be mindful of food allergies. Make sure to ask your loved ones if they have any food allergies before giving them a sweet treat.
- Moderation is key. While it’s tempting to indulge in all the sweets, it’s important to remember to enjoy them in moderation or else you will face the sugar coma and go to bed early.
- Keep your treats out of reach of pets. Chocolate and other sweets can be harmful to pets, so make sure to keep them out of reach.
- Brush before bed, for what is sweet now turns so sour! Cavities are no fun.
In conclusion
Sweetest Day is a holiday that encourages you to show your sweet side. Share the sweetness literally and figuratively and if anyone asks you why you are celebrating such a candy-behind holiday, just tell them that Wild Calendar gave you full permission to do so.
Happy Sweetest Day!
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Sweetest Day is all about sharing the 🍯,
A day to show 🫰 and make someone’s 💓 beat.
A time to cherish friends and loved ones so 🦌,
With 🍯 treats and gestures, let’s spread some 🎉!
The origin of Sweetest Day is a fact,
A man named Herbert Birch Kingston took that act.
To give back to the less fortunate, in nineteen twenty-two,
He brought 🍬 to orphans, and now it’s something we all can do.
Now, on the third Saturday of October each year,
We 🥳 Sweetest Day with joy and good 🎉.
We give 🍬 and 🫰 to those we hold 🦌,
And spread kindness far and near.
To 🥳 this sweet holiday,
You can do it your way, it’s your say.
Make it a social event, invite your crew,
Or enjoy some 🍬 alone, just for you!
Whether you keep it simple or go all out,
Sweetest Day is what it’s all about.
Sip on some hot 🍫☕ or a glass of 🍷,
And let the sweetness of the day be divine!
As with any holiday, caution comes first,
But don’t worry, the dangers aren’t the worst.
Just watch out for cavities and sugar overload,
And remember to 🪥 your 🦷 before you hit the 🛣️.
So go ahead and 🥳, my friend,
With the facts straight, now you comprehend.
Happy Sweetest Day, may it be the sweetest yet,
With 🍬,🫰, and 🤗, don’t forget!
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