There seems to be a "National Day" for everything now. While some are silly and fun, others are meaningful, cause for celebration, or a chance for education! Every week, Macaroni Kid Adirondacks researches some of the best National Day activities for you to participate in with your children! Here are this week's:
NATIONAL DAYS MAY 30th - June 5th 2022
Monday, May 30th - Memorial Day |
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Spend the day honoring those who have given their lives, while fighting for our freedom and Country.
We've shared lots of Memorial Day Events between our website and Social Media pages, but here are a couple of Events in the Adirondacks you can attend that are strictly to honor and pay tribute to our fallen Soldiers.
Long Lake Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremonies
Mon, May 30, 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM
Long Lake Town Hall
1204 Main St, Long Lake, NY
Everyone is invited to join the Long Lake American Legion Post #650 for two Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 30th. The first one is at 9am at the Long Lake Bridge, and it will be followed by the second one, at 11am at the Long Lake Cemetery. Please note: While there is no Long Lake parade in 2022,everyone is invited to the Hamilton County Parade at 1pm in Indian Lake, NY
Gloversville Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
Mon, May 30, 9:30 AM
Gloversville, NY
The parade will start at the intersection of 8th and Main, go south on Main and turn up 6th ave towards Kingsboro. The route will take a right, and head south at Kingsboro ave. The parade will march up to Prospect Hill Cemetary and turn right, finally ending at Pickett Memorial.
Ceremony to follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery
Memorial Day Ceremony at Battlefield Park
Mon, May 30, 10:30 AM
Lake George Battlefield State Park
Fort George Road and, Beach Rd, Lake George, NY
Lake George Battlefield Alliance will host a Memorial Day Remembrance of the four unknown soldiers. The ceremony honors men believed to be American colonial soldiers killed during the Bloody Morning Scout in the 1755 Battle of Lake George during the French and Indian War. Musket salute and prayer followed by refreshments and a guided historical tour of Battlefield Park. Presented by the Lake George Battlefield Alliance, Fort William Henry, Lake George American Legion Post 374, and the Lake George Fire Department.
Tuesday, May 31st - National Smile Day |
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Studies have shown that smiling can send a direct link to our brain, that helps reduce stress, effectively making us happier!
Take some selfies together, have a smiley face drawing contest, or make it a point to smile at everyone you see today!
Did you know that a Dentist actually founded "National Smile Day"? So don’t forget to brush those teeth!
Learn more about this National Day here.
Wednesday June 1st - National Say Something Nice Day |
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On "National Say Something Nice Day" we have an opportunity to make the day extra pleasant for everyone.
On July 31, 2011, the president and CEO of the Charleston, South Carolina Speech and Hearing Center, Mitchell Carnell, published a short Amazon book called “Say Something Nice: Be a Lifter!” This is where this National Day first originated.
The purpose of this holiday is to bring awareness to the effect of our words. There is that old saying "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all". But today, you can take it one step further by saying something kind, or positive instead.
It's an opportunity to talk about bullying as well. Talk to your kids about the power of their words, and how important it is to talk to others nicely- not only today, but always!
Learn more about this National Day here.
Thursday, June 2nd - National American Citizenship Day |
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It was on this day in 1924 that the Indian Citizenship Act by Congress granted citizenship to all American Indians born in the U.S. The day celebrates the history, heritage, and culture of American Indian tribes across the country. All the tribes have their own traditions and beliefs. American Indian Citizenship Day celebrates their contribution to the country’s culture and a reminder of their enduring legacy.
A great opportunity for education, learn more about this National day here.
Friday, June 5th - National Doughnut Day! |
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Most people like doughnuts- or at least we certainly do!
You can try to make your own at home, using a great recipe like this one we found on Pinterest,
Or check out some of these great locally owned places to get Doughnuts!
Half Dozen Donuts
Cake Doughnuts made-to-order
Port Henry, NY 12974
Phone: (518) 637-2889
Email: amanda@halfdozendonuts.com
Darling Doughnuts
Serving doughnuts, coffee, tea, specialty foods, and other treats.
Middle of Broadway, Downtown Saratoga Springs NY
Phone: (518) 430-2018
Website: https://www.darlingdoughnuts.com/
DiLo's Heavently Doughnuts
Chris DiLorenzo has a passion for selling delicious, fresh, homemade doughnuts with his wife Chia, and their two kids.
143 Broad St
Glens Falls NY 12801
Phone: (518) 495-5320
Website: https://dilosdonuts.com/
Glazing Saddles Donut Shop & Eatery
2925 NY-28,
Old Forge, NY 13420
Email: Glazingsaddlesdonuts@yahoo.com
Saturday, June 4th - National Trail Day |
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Whether you bike, walk, hike or even jog on trails, you can take the kids with you and make some memories, while enjoying the health benefits that come along with exercising and enjoying nature. Here are a few great nature trails to check out here in the Adirondacks. Just don't forget the bug spray!
LaChute River Walk Trail
Adirondack Park Preserve, Ticonderoga, NY 12883
-A great spot for a picnic, or to dip your feet into the Lachute River!
Cougar Hill Nature Trails
6129 NY-8, Chestertown, NY 12817
-A well maintained, marked series of short trails. Excellent for short hikes or trail runs.
Anthony's Nose Preserve
181-259 Schwerdfeger Rd, Putnam Station, NY 12861
-A short but challenging trail, with a fantastic view at the end!
Prospect Mountain Hiking Trail
75 Smith St, Lake George, NY 12845
-It starts off on the footbridge over the Northway. From there it's straight up, with plenty of scenery and neat features that keep it interesting.
Hudson Pointe Nature Preserve
Hudson Pointe Blvd, Queensbury, NY 12804
-Short and scenic, great for the kids!
Saturday, June 5th - World Environment Day |
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We only have one earth, and we should be teaching our younger generations how to take care of it! Take today as an opportunity to teach your children about not only the importance of the world's environment, but how we can take care of it.
Learn more about the holiday here.
We hope you enjoyed this week's National Days and found a couple of great ideas or places to go with the kids!
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