BY: EMILY WEBER
Staff Writer
Looking for weird and wacky holidays to celebrate in May? From Star Wars-themed celebrations to dog-day parties, there is something for everyone in this month that concludes the Spring 2024 semester at STLCC-Meramec.
- May 5th is “Revenge of the 5th.” It is a Star Wars holiday for fans and it celebrates the dark side of the force. Here are 3 ideas on how to celebrate “Revenge of the 5th”: Watch a “Star Wars” film, read a “Star Wars” book, and dress up as your favorite character.
- May 11th is “Dog Mom Day.” This is a day for any pup-loving woman to celebrate this special kind of motherhood. Here are ways to celebrate if you are a dog mom: go for a walk or treat yourself and your dog. If you know a dog mom, here are some ideas for gifts to get her: a dog mom mug, dog mom apparel, or jewelry.
- May 13th is “Top Gun Day.” This is a holiday for anyone who is a Top Gun fan. Here are some ideas for celebrating: watch a Top Gun movie, or cosplay a character.
- May 18th is “National River Cleanup Day.” This is a national day to clean up garbage and debris from our rivers and watersheds. Since 1991, American Rivers has enlisted the help of over 1.3 million volunteers who have participated in thousands of cleanups around the country, spanning over 261,000 miles of rivers and collecting more than 32.5 million pounds of litter and debris. Here are some ways to help out/celebrate: help clean up the rivers, educate and motivate kids to help out, and/or organize team building.
- May 20th is “National Rescue Dog Day.” Each year, millions of animals, specifically dogs, are abandoned by their owners and end up on the streets. Many of these animals are used to a sheltered life, and this, in turn, makes it difficult for them to fend for themselves out in the world. Rescue dogs can prove to be great friends, teachers, and helpers especially as service dogs. They also provide emotional support to those suffering from mental issues relating to many things, such as depression, PTSD and anxiety. Here are ways to celebrate this holiday: adopt/foster a dog, volunteer at a shelter, and spread awareness.
