Nov. 1-30 National Family Caregiver Month Set aside to celebrate and recognize the efforts made by family members caring for loved ones as they age.
Nov. 1-30 National National Native American Heritage Month. As early as 1916, when New York became the first state to declare an “American Indian Day,” efforts have been made to acknowledge the many contributions and achievements of Native peoples. In the 1970s it was a week. In 1990, Congress passed and President George H. W. Bush signed into law a joint resolution designating the month of November as the first National American Indian Heritage Month (also known as Native American Indian Month).
Nov. 1 National Family Literacy Day There are a lot of reasons for families to read aloud together. Besides the fact that reading creates quiet, quality family time, it develops early vocabulary skills. Take the time to read to your grandchildren this month.
Nov. 9 National Daylight savings time ends in Alaska and most other states.
Nov. 11 National Veterans Day This day honors military veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces. The federal holiday coincides with Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, which marks the end of World War I. The United States observed Armistice Day as well, but it evolved into the current Veterans Day in 1954.
Nov. 20 National The Great American Smokeout Day is always on the third Thursday in November. This is an annual event to encourage Americans to stop smoking. The Great American Smokeout challenges smokers to quit cigarettes for 24 hours with the hopes that this decision will continue forever. Alaska has resources to help you quit.
Nov. 27 National Thanksgiving The holiday honors early settlers to what is now the United States and Native Americans who came together to share a feast. In the 19th century, Sarah Josepha Hale, editor of the magazine Godey’s Lady’s Book, campaigned for an annual national thanksgiving holiday. But it wasn't until 1863, when President Abraham Lincoln declared two national Thanksgivings. One in August was to commemorate the Battle of Gettysburg during the Civil War, and the other in November to give thanks for "general blessings." It's the second one that we celebrate today.
Nov. 28 National Day of Listening Of all the days that are celebrated on the day after Thanksgiving, such as Black Friday, one of our favorites is the National Day of Listening. It’s simple. Ask your loved ones about their histories, and then record those stories. Sharing stories them gives life to them all over again. And it’s a good way to understand loved ones who may seem mysterious to you. The day after Thanksgiving, when we are usually nibbling on leftovers or watching underwhelming football games, take the time to connect with friends and family.
