There is a reason to celebrate every single day in the year. If you want to mix it up in February, check out these dates that relate to writing, post service and words.1
| Feb 4 National Thank a Mail Carrier Day – Celebrate by leaving a handwritten thank-you note or card for your mail carrier to acknowledge the essential work they do every day. Feb 6 Pay a Compliment Day – Send a short, handwritten note highlighting a specific quality you admire in someone and mail it as a lasting affirmation. Feb 7 Send a Card to a Friend Day – Mark the day by mailing a card—store-bought or handmade—to remind a friend they are valued and remembered. Feb 11 National Make a Friend Day – Write a friendly letter or postcard to someone new or reconnect with an acquaintance to open the door to deeper connection. Feb 17 Random Acts of Kindness Day – Mail an unexpected note of encouragement or appreciation to brighten someone’s day without expecting a reply. Feb 20 World Day of Social Justice – Use the mail to send a letter of advocacy, solidarity, or support to an organization or individual working toward equity and justice. Feb 21 International Mother Language Day – Celebrate linguistic heritage by writing a letter in your first language—or about it—to honor the role language plays in identity and culture. Feb 26 Letter to an Elder Day – Write a thoughtful letter to an elder to express gratitude, ask about their stories, or preserve memories across generations. |
- Compiled by ChatGPT. ↩︎
Looking for reasons to write throughout the year? Check out our free printable calendar below!