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By: Jennifer Oats, Business Media Assistant
Issue: March 2010

[MAY]

NATIONAL HAMBURGER MONTH
Besides being the ultimate fast-food indulgence, hamburgers are also staple items at picnics, birthday parties and many other spring social gatherings. Help fast-food joints and barbecue retail stores celebrate the many sides of this traditional American food with hamburger-shaped stress balls, customized ketchup bottles or imprinted aprons.

NATIONAL TEACHER DAY––MAY 4
On this day, schools across the country will show their appreciation for those that shape the young minds of tomorrow. Help schools show their gratitude with awards or customized school supplies such as rulers, desktop organizers or planners.

CIRCUS DAY––MAY 19
Trapeze acts, goofy clowns and jugglers galore––all these amazing elements bring children of all ages together for a night of fun. Families across the world attend this time-honored extravaganza of fun. Imprinted popcorn bags, bouncy balls or customized games can encourage more circus spectators.

[JUNE]

CHEESE DAY––JUNE 4
It’s hard to believe there are more than 2,000 varieties of cheese. From traditional family favorites such as macaroni and cheese to party fare such as fondue––the possibilities for a delicious cheese dish are infinite. Spread the word about the endless cheese opportunities with customized cheese graters, boards, knives or wine and cheese tote bags.

DONUT DAY––JUNE 5
Whether they are an occassional splurge or an everyday breakfast choice––donuts are a sweet way to start the day. Local donut shops or bakeries can increase sales with custom imprinted donut boxes, imprinted coffee mugs, donut-shaped magnets or stress balls.

CAMERA DAY––JUNE 29
Say cheese! Camera shops, drug stores, schools and nursing homes can create big smiles and memories with all types of imprinted camera products. Magnetic picture frames, digital picture frames or wooden frames can enhance any picture-perfect moment.

[JULY]

NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH
The entire month of July offers up an excuse to sell your client’s some sweet promotions. Customized ice cream scoops, ice cream sundae containers or plastic milkshake cups are perfect products for any ice cream or grocery store giveaway.

NATIONAL COUNTRY MUSIC DAY––JULY 1
Whether you’re up for some boot scootin’ or twang isn’t your thing––country music has a large and loyal fan base of potential customers—think music stores, music venues, clubs and restaurants, record stores and western-wear stores. Imprinted cowboy hats, boots, jeans and jackets, customized guitar products such as picks, guitar-shaped stress balls, or thumb drives can all create music to your clients’ ears.

NATIONAL JUNK FOOD DAY––JULY 21
Do you wish there was just one day where you could indulge in all of the unhealthy foods you like, without feeling a tad bit guilty? You’re dream is coming true. National Junk Food Day offers a reason to celebrate those foods that aren’t on the food pyramid. Customized food containers or tote bags can be perfect products to store or carry those yummy indulgences.

NATIONAL LASAGNA DAY––JULY 29
Local Italian restaurants rejoice––there’s a day dedicated to that delicious pasta perfection known as lasagna. Customized serving platters, utensils, table tents or aprons can be useful products to serve up to any Italian food restaurant or connoisseur.

AUNT AND UNCLE DAY––JULY 26
With days such as Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, it’s only fitting for siblings to have a special day of their own. Celebrate this important branch of the family tree with customized digital picture frames, t-shirts, coffee mugs or photo keychains.