Creative Calendar | Essentials If this calendar is helpful or if you have ideas for ways that we can better provide this information, email the editors at magazine@ppai.org January 4 NATIONAL TRIVIA DAY 10 NATIONAL HOUSEPLANT APPRECIATION DAY 13 NATIONAL STICKER DAY February 9 NATIONAL PIZZA DAY 20 NATIONAL COMFY DAY 22 NATIONAL MARGARITA DAY March 9 NATIONAL BARBIE DAY 14 NATIONAL PI DAY 19 NATIONAL BACKYARD DAY Exceptional Promotions NATIONAL WEDDINGS MONTH Product idea: It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere, right? Set someone up with a happy hour they’ll be hard-pressed to forget. This Margarita Kit includes everything you need for a virtual happy hour: a customizable cork coaster set, mango margarita instant cocktail mix, strawberry mule instant cocktail mix and a personalized note – all packed in a self-sealed envelope. Cheers! Batch & Bodega (HPG) / PPAI 110772, S11 hpgbrands.com/batch/ SPECIAL OBSERVANCES CALL FOR NATIONAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH Product idea: The Day Tripper Sun Shelter is made of high-density material and has a sewn-in floor to keep out sand and dirt, plus a zippered back window for added wind flow. The shelter collapses into a round, flat carrying pouch with handles, and it’s light and portable at just 2 pounds. Instructions, with tent rope and stakes, are included. It’s perfect for the park, beach, backyard, company picnic and more. Ariel Premium Supply / PPAI 161650, S11 arielpremium.com Use these special occasions to ignite your imagination for relevant – and distinct – client promotions. Compiled by Kristina Valdez NATIONAL HOBBY MONTH Product idea: The Live Life in Full Bloom planter is 100% organic, sustainable and biodegradable. Made of spruce wood and manufactured without glue or binders, this fertile fiber pot is ready to be placed outside in soil. Water, air and roots will penetrate the walls, meaning there’s no need for drainage holes. This kit includes a soil pod, seed packet, wooden stake and instructions. Germination time is about two to three weeks, although results may vary. Jornik Manufacturing / PPAI 111065, S6 / jornik.com PPAI • DECEMBER 2023 • 13
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