Friday, May 1, 2020

May 1 - National Moving Month


May kicks off the busiest moving season of the year when home sales begin to rise throughout the summer months. That’s why it’s also National Moving Month! 

Moving can be more than a hassle, it can be a frightening proposition. Regardless of the size and distance, you want to protect your possessions and family.  

Either way, moving can be an adventure, too. New home, new places to explore. We expand our horizons and make connections. The possibilities are endless. 

There are ways to make moving less of a hassle and more of an escapade. By checking resources, making a few lists and delegating responsibility, the goal is to get everything to your new home in one piece, peacefully. 

HOW TO OBSERVE 

Follow these great tips and have a safe and successful move! 

  • • When selecting a mover, be sure to get more than one estimate and ask for recommendations. Make sure their estimates are in writing, too. 
  • • Find out more about hiring a mover at www.moving.org. 
  • • Have a garage sale to help eliminate what shouldn’t be moved then donate the rest. 
  • • Make a checklist of each service to transfer. 
  • • Update your mailing address with family, friends and the post office. 
  • • Give each room a different colored marker for labeling boxes. 
  • • On the day of the move, have a go-bag and cooler ready. Fill with one with essentials such as a change of clothes, first aid, emergency information, and medications. In the cooler, have beverages and snacks to keep everyone fueled. 
  • • Visit www.updater.com for more great moving tips. 


Use #NationalMovingMonth to post on social media. 

HISTORY 

In 1997, Allied® declared National Moving Month. 

#NationalMovingMonth 
@AlliedMovers 
@uhaul 
@penske
@unitedvanlines 
@amsapromovier 
@Updater 

May 1 - National Space Day


Happy National Space Day! The first Friday in May dedicates the extraordinary achievements, benefits, and opportunities in the exploration and use of space.  
  
The goal of the observance is to promote math, science, technology, and engineering education in young people, The hope is to inspire them to pursue a career in science, especially a career in space-related jobs. 
  
Careers in space involve a wide range of specialties. Going to space requires many working parts, and that’s not just the parts that go into space. All kinds of engineers build the equipment, computers and make the computations. 

Accountants and public relations manage the books and the press. Meteorologists, chemists, physicists, and biologists analyze data and doctors monitor the health of the astronauts. As preparations are underway, photographers and writers record the events. 

While we’ve only been exploring space for less than sixty years, we continue to learn so much. Imagine all the roles in space you can fill. 

While National Day Calendar® has named a few here, how many more careers can you name? Do you know which one is yours? 

"That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind." ~Neil Armstrong

HOW TO OBSERVE' 

Teachers, students, space-related organizations, groups, and agencies hold celebrations, demonstrations, and educational programs each year. 

To learn more about these education programs, please visit the website below: 

This day has grown so fast in recent years and is celebrated worldwide as International Space Day. Join an event near you. Other ways to celebrate include: 

  • • Build a model rocket and launch it. 
  • • Watch your favorite launch. Is it the Hubble Space Telescope, Apollo 11, or SpaceX Falcon 9? 
  • • Look for the International Space Station as it orbits the Earth.
  
HISTORY 
  
Get involved by sharing your knowledge and skills, too! Host an event and share your experiences. Share your favorite space pictures using #NationalSpaceDay. 
  
#NationalSpaceDay 
@NASA 
@airandspace
@GoogleDoodles 
@nichecinema 
  
DATES 
May 07, 2021 
May 06, 2022 
May 05, 2023 
May 03, 2024 
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May 01, 2026 
May 07, 2027 
May 05, 2028 
May 04, 2029