Christmas Seal Campaign

Christmas Seal Campaign, lasting from October 1 to December 31, is an American tradition dating back to 1907. The annual campaign is a major support of the American Lung Association programs dedicated to fighting lung diseases such as asthma, emphysema, tuberculosis, lung cancer and their causes.

This campaign first started as an effort to raise money for the creation of tuberculosis hospitals, at a time when people did not consider tuberculosis a curable disease and tuberculosis hospitals were unheard of. Initially, Christmas seals started being sold to help finance one tuberculosis hospital that would have closed down were it not for profits made from these seals.

Use promotional lung shaped stess balls to educate about the causes of lung diseases.

National Book Month

"Embark on the journey of a lifetime, travel to exotic places, mythical lands and experience adventure beyond imagination. Or escape to another era altogether. All without luggage, tickets, a passport or leaving home. All you need is an open mind. And an open book."

With increased demands on our time it is getting more and more difficult to find time to read. October is the month when people of all ages are invited to treat themselves to a good book.

Readers can participate in National Book Month by participating in literary events held at schools, bookstores, libraries, community centers and arts organizations. So start reading a good book today.

You can also use promotional books to participate in this month.

Is there a particular book that has really inspired you? We'd like to hear about it.

Red Ribon Week

The Red Ribbon campaign is the oldest and largest drug prevention program in the nation. It takes place in the last week of October and reaches millions of young people. This is the week to take a united stand against drugs and to show support through a personal commitment to a drug-free lifestyle.

Red Ribbon week is sponsored by the National Family Partnership, an organization whose goals is to help citizens across the country keep children, families, and communities safe and drug-free by sponsoring parent training and the Re Ribbon Event.

Show your support by purchasing Red Ribbon theme merchandize, the proceeds from the sale of which go to support the organization, or with promotional awareness bracelets.

National School Bus Safety Week

Over 23 million students nationwide begin and end their day with a trip on the school bus. Riding the bus itself is not as risky as approaching and leaving one. During the third week of October parents are encouraged to review and teach their kids school bus safety rules. This is particularly important when children go back to school or start school for the first time. A few precautions may prove to save lives and prevent serious injury in the future. So "Be Aware! Cross with Care."

Take the stress out of school bus safety with promotional school bus stress balls.

If you have useful school bus safety tips, we'd like to hear them.

National Business Women's Week

In 1928 President Herber Hoover designated the third week of October as National Business Women's Week. This week celebrates the contributions of working women to the American society, economy and family. The objectives of the week, which have been heavily promoted by Business and Professional Women/USA (BPW/USA), are to promote full participation and equity for women in the workplace as well as publicize the achievements of professional women.

Celebrate this event by letting the women in your life and workplace know how much you value their accomplishments. Promotional heart shaped stress balls or key chains are another great idea.

Is there a professional woman making your world go round? We'd like to know about her accomplishments.

National Boss Day

Today is the day to thank your boss for all of his or her hard work. The hard work that a boss puts in may often be overlooked. However, studies show that a positive supervisor-employee relationship is the single most important element to contribute to job satisfaction.

Employees can celebrate this holiday by being particularly nice to their supervisors or giving them a card or a small gift. Supervisors can use this day to remind employees of what great bosses they make by giving out promotional stress balls or promotional food items.

Is your boss praise-worthy? Do you have a great story about your amazing boss? We'd like to hear about it.

World Rainforest Week (October 15-21)

This week is World Rainforest Week. This is a great time for businesses to get involved with the community and raise awareness about the destruction of the rainforest. You can start with eco-friendly promotional products.

If you have ways of protecting the rainforest tell us about them

Improve Your Home Office Week (October 8-12)

This week is Improve Your Home Office Week. This is the time to spend improving the way you work from your home office. Make your home fit your work style by choosing the best place to work. Install appropriate technology and light fixtures. Stay organized with promotional office products and office supplies.



Have any ideas about the best way to organize and equip your home office? Tell us about it.

Fire Prevention Week

This week is Fire-Prevention Week. It is a time to get together and plan for a fire emergency. Check all your fire-extinguishers and review your fire-escape plan. Promotional fire prevention week products are a great way to get students, especially the young ones involved. Educational institutions would benefit from promoting Fire Prevention Week in schools.

If you have any fire-safety tips, let us know.

Halloween Safety Month

Everybody loves Halloween, but before the night of tricks-or-treats we should spend the days leading up to Halloween to be concerned about the safety of our children. This is what Halloween Safety Month is all about. It focuses on creating a safe environment to avoid injuries on Halloween. The main way to provide safety for your children is to

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Ensure all your children are equipped with promotional flashlights and imprinted reflective Halloween stickers

Customer Service Week (October 2-6)

This is an international holiday celebrating the people in the line of fire at the customer service level. These dedicated employees work hard to provide the best customer service they can. So take time out this week to appreciate the people working on the front lines to provide the best service to your customers. They are the people who are responsible for retaining your customers.

There are a number of promotional awards to give out to your best customer service representatives this week.

If you have great customer service representatives tell us about them. Have you recieved great customer service? Well, we want to know about it.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Today begins Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is an awareness campaign sponsored by 15 major non-profit organizations that are dedicated to raising awareness of breast cancer and providing access to screening services.

While a great deal of research and treatments have been achieved and improved in recent years, breast cancer is still one of the leading causes of death among women. Therefore, the value of acknowledging and promoting healthy breast care is necessary. It is important to educate women on the risk factors and causes of breast cancer, as well as possible preventative measures and annual mammography screening for women over 40.

Sport customizable awareness bracelets to show your support during this important month.

Do you have ideas on how to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month? Let us know!