National Periodic Table Day

Since 2016, National Periodic Table Day has been celebrated on February 7 to pay tribute to the chart pasted in science classrooms that saved us from flunking high school chemistry! The idea to dedicate a day to toast the periodic table and its scientific inventions was conceived in the clever mind of a chemistry teacher, Mr. David T. Steineker, and we cannot help but assume that he had some sneaky ulterior (read: academic) motives behind it. Whatever the reasons, on this day, we celebrate and glorify the periodic table and its scientists in being the critical building elements (literally) for the continuing discoveries in science. Find scholarships in different areas of science and discover your potential in the field.

National Fettuccine Alfredo Day

February 7 is National Fettuccine Alfredo Day. You don’t get the status as one of the most popular pasta dishes created without good reason. Fettuccine Alfredo  is an Italian (obviously) pasta dish consisting of fresh fettuccine tossed with butter and Parmesan cheese. It’s simple yet delicious. It’s so tasty that it deserves a day all to itself. Whether you are dining out or doing a spot of home cooking, make sure that Fettuccine Alfredo is on the menu on February 7. 

 

 

Time to Talk Day

Time to Talk Day, February 6, draws attention to mental health and the importance of reaching out to others. The day aims to help people open up and be honest about mental health, without the fear and stigma often attached to the topic. It can be daunting to express personal struggles and because of this, many people keep everything bottled up. By opening up, the likelihood of the person suffering seeking help increases, which can be crucial to the healing process. On Time to Talk Day, help raise awareness about mental health and be a part of changing the narrative.