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National Make a Difference for Children Month
Your 2026 July social media calendar is a time to consider the importance of mentorship. Children are vulnerable if they lack consistent guidance in life. It’s critically important, therefore, to provide young people with encouragement and wisdom. Parents certainly help children make positive choices, but other authority figures (teachers, coaches, healthcare providers, etc.) can also reinforce the habits necessary to thrive. Today, demonstrate your commitment to kids by sponsoring a local sports team. You might also organize an educational scholarship program to inspire future dental professionals. Encourage individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to positively impact children’s lives through mentoring, volunteering, education, healthcare, and advocacy. For dentists, it’s an ideal opportunity to emphasize how healthy smiles, proper breathing, and early intervention support a child’s long-term health and development.
- Create a post about mentoring programs in your area. Posts that support local youth groups demonstrate your team’s commitment to the community and the next generation.
- Ask followers to comment on the most significant ways role models can encourage children.
- Interview your dental team members about people who inspired them as children.
- Promote healthy habits by teaching children the importance of brushing, flossing, healthy eating, and regular dental checkups.
- Read with a child to encourage literacy and a lifelong love of learning.
- Volunteer with local organizations that support children and families.
- Donate school supplies, books, or backpacks to children in need.
- Provide healthy snacks at community events or donate food to local programs serving children.
- Mentor a child or teen through a community mentoring program.
- Organize a family-friendly community event, such as a health fair, park cleanup, or outdoor activity.
- Raise awareness about healthy sleep and breathing, including the importance of nasal breathing and recognizing signs of sleep-disordered breathing in children.
- Host an educational activity focused on wellness, nutrition, or oral health.
- Encourage family time, such as game nights, outdoor adventures, or cooking healthy meals together.
- Give away oral hygiene kits with toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, and educational materials.
- Post text: “National Make A Difference to Children Month is a time to consider the importance of mentorship. Children are vulnerable if they lack consistent guidance in life. It’s critically important, therefore, to provide young people with encouragement and wisdom. Parents certainly help children make positive choices, but other authority figures (teachers, coaches, healthcare providers, etc.) can also reinforce the habits necessary to thrive.”
- Use the following hashtags: #makeadifference #makeadifferenceforchildren #makeadifferenceforchildrenmonth #mentorship #mentorshipmatters #nationalmakeadifferenceforchildrenmonth
International Joke Day (July 1)
Laughter is a great way to start your 2026 July social media calendar. Today is about jokes and encouraging people to laugh and smile. Interestingly, laughter not only feels good, but it also has significant health benefits.
- Post one of these dental jokes.
- Create a post that details the benefits of laughter and smiling.
- Film someone on your dental team telling a funny joke.
- Ask followers to share their favorite comedy movie in the comments.
- Post text: “Jokes are a great way to make people laugh, and laughing is a great way to lift spirits and make people smile. Interestingly, laughing also improves overall physical health by increasing oxygen, reducing stress hormones, and boosting immunity.”
- Use the following hashtags: #funny #funnyjokes #internationaljokeday #internationaljokeday2026 #joke #jokeday #jokeday2026 #jokeoftheday #joker #jokes #laughter #laughterday #laughterheals #laughterisgoodforthesoul #laughterismedicine #laughteristhebestmedicine #laughtertherapy
World UFO Day (July 2)
Our culture has long pondered the existence of intelligent life in the universe. On World UFO Day, people look into the sky for unidentified flying objects; this is to commemorate the July 2, 1947, crash of what many believe was a UFO in the New Mexico desert (sometimes referred to as the Roswell Incident).
- Bring an alien doll to the office and post some funny pictures with your dental team.
- Find an alien mask and get a picture of the doctor wearing it. These light-hearted, humorous posts are very engaging. They show prospective patients that your office has a positive tone.
- Hand out alien stickers to the young patients.
- Post a picture of the office with a flying saucer photoshopped into the parking lot. If someone on your team has motion graphics experience, track some video of the parking lot and add an alien spacecraft landing in one of the parking spaces.
- Ask followers to share their favorite alien movie in the comments.
- Post text: “UFOs and aliens have long fascinated humans because they address one of the most fundamental questions: Are we alone in the universe? Do you believe in aliens? If so, are they friendly like E.T. or scary beings driven by planetary domination?”
- Use the following hashtags: #alien #aliens #extraterrestrial #extraterrestriallife #extraterrestrials #roswell #roswellnm #roswellnewmexico #ufo #ufoday #ufofiles #ufohunter #ufohunters #ufology #ufos #ufosighting #ufosightings #worldufoday
Independence Day (July 4)
Time to celebrate the United States declaring its independence! Your social media holidays calendar is about to turn red, white, and blue—can you creatively weave in a dental theme too?
- Does your town host a 4th of July parade? Consider entering a float and handing out bags with monogrammed toothbrushes, dental floss, and toothpaste. This is a great way to connect with the community. Learn about promotional merchandise for dentists.
- Put a flag up outside the office and hang red, white, and blue bunting. Take a team picture with the flag and encourage red, white, and blue clothing.
- Celebrate with an office potluck featuring nutritious summer foods.
- Post a patriotic message on social media.
- Share some pictures of your dental team with their families, enjoying the day off.
- Post text: “Time to celebrate the United States declaring its independence! Have fun with family and friends, attending parades and barbecuing. As you watch the colorful fireworks, reflect on all the sacrifices made to provide Americans with freedom.”
- Use the following hashtags: #america #freedom #independenceday #independenceday2026 #july4th #julyfourth #julyfourth2026 #julyfourthweekend #liberty #redwhiteandblue #starsandstripes #unitedstates
International Kissing Day (July 6)
Kissing is one of the oldest traditions and is perfect for a 2026 July social media calendar. International Kissing Day, celebrated annually on July 6, is a lighthearted observance that honors affection, connection, and the simple act of kissing. It also serves as a great reminder that fresh breath and a healthy smile can help you feel more confident in close moments.
- Create a post that explains how cavity-causing bacteria can be transferred from mouth to mouth when kissing.
- Share tips for keeping breath fresh, including brushing twice daily, flossing, cleaning the tongue, and staying hydrated.
- Explain how adult saliva has bad bacteria that can negatively impact a baby’s oral health.
- Post educational content about how gum health contributes to fresh breath.
- Share some interesting information about the history of kissing.
- Create a post about how different cultures use kissing as a welcoming gesture.
- Offer complimentary travel-size oral hygiene kits while supplies last.
- Are there any couples in the office? Perhaps you can catch a good kiss picture for social media.
- Encourage patients to schedule their routine cleanings to help maintain a healthy smile.
- Post text: “Happy International Kissing Day! A confident kiss starts with a healthy smile! Fresh breath and healthy gums come from simple daily habits: brush twice a day, floss every day, clean your tongue, stay hydrated, and keep up with regular dental checkups. Here’s to sharing smiles, confidence, and healthy habits—today and every day!“
- Use the following hashtags: #internationalkissday #internationalkissday2026 #internationalkissingday #internationalkissingday2026 #kiss #kissday2026 #kisses #kissing #kissingday #kissme #smooch #smooches #smooching
National Strawberry Sundae Day (July 7)
Sundaes have been a popular dessert for decades, and strawberry sundaes are a favorite. Your followers might be surprised that this famous red fruit has some dental health benefits! Your 2026 July social media calendar for dentists should include plenty of interesting tooth-related trivia.
- Create a post about the teeth-whitening power of strawberries.
- Bring sundae supplies to the office and host a fun sundae-making event.
- Share the history of sundaes on social media and include a picture.
- Take the staff out for ice cream and get a good picture for social media. These types of dental team gatherings demonstrate the positive tone in your office.
- Post text: “Sundaes have been a popular dessert for decades, and strawberry sundaes are a favorite. Did you know this famous red fruit has some dental health benefits?”
- Use the following hashtags: #malicacid #nationalstawberrysundaeday #naturalteethwhitening #strawberries #strawberry #strawberrysundae #strawberrysundaes #sundae #sundaeday #sundaes
National Video Game Day (July 8)
Video games are one of the most popular activities in our modern world. Old and young alike enjoy taking a break from reality and exercising their skills in a digital world. Video games first appeared in 1940 and have grown into a multi-billion dollar industry.
- Encourage staff to dress up as their favorite video game character.
- Create a video-game-themed social media post and ask followers to share their favorite video game in the comments.
- Share some video game trivia in a social post.
- Take a poll and ask a video game question on social media: “Quick Poll: Are you team Pac-Man or team Tetris?”
- Post text: “Video games are one of the most popular activities in our modern world. Old and young alike enjoy taking a break from reality and exercising their skills in a digital world. Video games first appeared in 1940 and have grown into a multi-billion dollar industry.”
- Use the following hashtags: #nationalvideogameday #nationalvideogameday2026 #videogame #videogameday #videogameday2026 #videogamer #videogamers #videogames
National Sugar Cookie Day (July 9)
Your 2026 July social media calendar can include some tasty treats too. Sugar cookies have been a part of the American dessert menu since the 1700s.
- Post some history about sugar cookies.
- Bring tooth-shaped sugar cookies to the office breakroom—take some creative pictures for social media and remind everyone to brush after sugary foods.
- Create a social post that encourages your followers to brush and floss after eating sugary desserts. Explain how sugar causes cavities.
- Have a fun sugar cookie decorating event with the staff. Supply the cookies, icing, and decorating items. Share the finished products online!
- Ask followers to share pictures of sugar cookies in the comments.
- Post text: “Sugar cookies are tasty treats that come in all shapes and sizes. They are certainly fun to decorate as well! Always be sure to brush after sugary treats!”
- Use the following hashtags: #cookie #cookies #nationalsugarcookieday #nationalsugarcookieday2026 #sugarcookie #sugarcookieday #sugarcookiedecorating #sugarcookierecipe #sugarcookies #sugarcookiesofinstagram
Teddy Bear Picnic Day (July 10)
Teddy Bear Picnic Day is based on the children’s song “The Teddy Bears’ Picnic.” It’s a great time to focus on the cuddly stuffed friends that are an important part of our childhood.
- Share pictures of staff as children with their stuffed bears/animals. Sharing these types of pictures helps to promote the genuine nature of your dental team and brand. People like to see family pictures because it makes the staff more relatable. Blog Post: “Market an Authentic Personal Brand [4 Pro Tips].”
- Ask followers to share the name of their favorite stuffed animal growing up. If they have pictures, encourage them to share in the comments.
- Take some fun pictures of a teddy bear sitting in a dental chair.
- Hand out teddy bears to young patients.
- Get stuffed bears for the staff, thanking them for putting patients first and doing so much to promote your dental brand.
- Post text: “Many people grew up with a teddy bear because these soft, cuddly friends offer comfort throughout childhood. What was the name of your teddy bear? If you have a picture, please share it in the comments!”
- Use the following hashtags: #myteddy #myteddybear #teddy #teddybear #teddybearday #teddybearday2026 #teddybearlove #teddybearpicnic #teddybearpicnicday #teddybears #teddybearsofinstagram
National Cheer Up the Lonely Day (July 11)
Cheer Up the Lonely Day is a time to spread social cheer and reach marginalized and lonely people.
- Create a social post that encourages people to reach out to those in their communities who are isolated. Suggest bringing them some food and starting a conversation.
- Ask your followers for suggestions on the best way to cheer people up. You’re sure to get some interesting comments.
- Make a quick interview video, asking the staff to share one activity that cheers people up.
- Post an encouraging and inspirational quote about overcoming loneliness and reaching out to others.
- Mother Teresa: “Loneliness and the feeling of being unwanted is the most terrible poverty.”
- Albert Einstein: “If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things.”
- Maya Angelou: “Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.”
- C.S. Lewis: “We read to know we are not alone.”
- Post text: “Cheer Up the Lonely Day is a time to spread social cheer and reach marginalized and lonely people. Is there someone in your life that could use an encouraging word? What can you do to promote smiles and lighten another’s burden?
- Use the following hashtags: #alone #cheer #cheerup #cheerupthelonelyday #encourage #encouraging #encouragement #inspire #lonely #lonelyday #lonelydays
Simplicity Day (July 12)
Simplicity Day recognizes the works and philosophy of Henry David Thoreau, a poet who believed that living simply was essential to happiness.
- Ask your followers how they unplug from this busy digital world and enjoy a simpler moment, surrounded by nature (Share a nature quote.).
- Create a social post/infographic that explores the idea of simplifying life.
- Share an article/video about creating simplicity in life.
- Ask some of the older members of your team to explain how life was simpler and less complex in the past. They might have some interesting memories to share. This would make a fun short video!
- Share some ways that people simplify their lives.
- Decluttering their homes or workspaces.
- Spending time outdoors.
- Disconnecting from technology.
- Practicing mindfulness or meditation.
- Focusing on meaningful relationships.
- Adopting simple, healthy habits that improve well-being.
- Post text: “Simplicity Day recognizes the works and philosophy of Henry David Thoreau, a poet who believed that living simply was an essential part of happiness in life. How do you unwind and make life simpler?”
- Use the following hashtags: #henrydavidthoreau #simple #simpleday #simpledays #simplelife #simplelifestyle #simplelifehappylife #simplicity #simplicityday #simplicityday2026 #thoreau
Shark Awareness Day (July 14)
Sharks are one of our worst fears. These ocean predators have long haunted the imagination, especially after the film Jaws. However, this day on your 2026 July social media calendar is all about conservation and protecting this magnificent creature from exploitation.
- Create a post about shark teeth and how they are covered in fluoride, which prevents decay. Another interesting fact is that sharks grow new teeth throughout their entire lives!
- Make a fun video and have the staff sing the “Baby Shark” song—it’s sure to get some laughs!
- Share an article about shark conservation efforts.
- Bring in a stuffed shark and pose it in a dental chair. Get a creative picture for social media.
- Post text: “Sharks are one of our worst fears. These ocean predators have long haunted the imagination, especially after the film Jaws. Despite their terrifying reputation, however, sharks protect the environment by maintaining balance in the natural world. Interesting fact: Did you know that sharks don’t get cavities?”
- Use the following hashtags: #nosharkfinsoup #protectsharks #shark #sharkawareness #sharkawarenessday #sharkawarenessday2026 #sharkconservation #sharkprotection #sharks
Be a Dork Day (July 15)
Be a Dork Day is a time to break your inner dork and wear those plaid pants and taped glasses.
- Encourage staff to wear something dorky and fun to celebrate the day. Be sure to get a group picture for social media. By demonstrating this type of lighthearted and fun tone, you not only build morale, but you also show prospective patients that the overall nature of your brand is positive and uplifting. These types of creative fun posts produce significant engagement on social media.
- Share the history behind Be a Dork Day on social media.
- Interview staff members about the dorkiest thing they have done.
- Ask followers to answer the following question in the comments: “Who is your favorite movie/tv show dork?”
- Post text: “Be a Dork Day is a time to break your inner dork and wear those plaid pants and taped glasses. As you can see, our dental team had some fun putting together their dorkiest outfits!”
- Use the following hashtags: #beadorkday #beadorkday2026 #dork #dorkday #dorkiesofinstagram #dorking #dorky #dorks #nerd #nerding #nerdingitup #nerdingout #nerds
World Emoji Day (July 17)
Your 2026 July social media calendar should include some posts about popular culture. World Emoji Day is a time to celebrate emojis, these small images that have become such a big part of our modern world.
- Ask your followers to share their favorite emojis in the comments.
- Print out large versions of emojis and have your dental team members hold up the one that best describes their personality—while making the same expression. Assemble these images together to create a humorous social post.
- Share an article about emojis, their history, and their popularity in our modern, digital world.
- Film staff answering the following: “What emoji describes you the best?”
- Post text: “World Emoji Day is a time to celebrate emojis, these small images that have become such a big part of our modern world. What emojis do you use all the time? Have you ever used a tooth emoji?”
- Use the following hashtags: #emoji #emojichallenge #emojicombos #emojiday #emojiday2026 #emojis #emoticons #worldemojiday #worldemojiday2026
National Ice Cream Day (July 19)
National Ice Cream Day (the third Sunday in July) is always welcome because it’s all about one of the most popular dessert foods.
- Bring in some ice cream and make cones for your staff.
- Hire an ice cream truck to park outside your office and provide free treats to passersby.
- Create a social post about tooth sensitivity to cold foods, like ice cream. Discuss ways to make teeth less sensitive.
- Encourage followers to enjoy treats in moderation, but remind them to brush and floss to prevent cavities. Share a good-dental-habits video.
- Post text: “National Ice Cream Day is always welcome because it’s all about one of the most popular dessert foods. Do you have a favorite flavor of ice cream?”
- Use the following hashtags: #icecream #icecreamaddict #icecreamcone #icecreamcones #icecreamday #icecreamlove #icecreamlovers #icecreamlover #icecreamparty #icecreamsandwiches #icecreamsundae #icecreamtime #nationalicecreamday #nationalicecreamday2026
Space Exploration Day (July 20)
Space Exploration Day (also known as National Moon Day) is a time to reflect on the momentous achievements in space exploration. Every July 20th, we commemorate the first human landing on the moon by the Apollo 11 mission in 1969. It’s a day to reflect on this significant achievement and the prospect of future space missions. National Moon Day is even observed around the world as International Moon Day.
- Create a social post about a space icon like Neil Armstrong. On July 20, 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the moon; Michael Collins (command module pilot) remained in lunar orbit.
- Encourage the doctor to dress up like an astronaut and get a fun picture for social media.
- Share an article about current initiatives to visit Mars and return to the moon.
- Pass out space-related stickers to younger patients.
- Create a post about oral hygiene in space, how astronauts keep their teeth clean: Astronauts brush their teeth as they would on Earth, with a few adaptations because of the zero-gravity environment. They use regular toothbrushes and toothpaste; however, instead of spitting, they use a small amount of toothpaste and swallow it. They rinse with a small amount of water and swallow that too.
- Post text: “The achievements of space exploration are momentous. Not only are the astronauts courageous, but the entire network of support behind every mission is extraordinary. Today we remember the famous words of Star Trek’s Captain Kirk who said, “Space: the final frontier. These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise. Its five-year mission: to explore strange new worlds; to seek out new life and new civilizations; to boldly go where no man has gone before!”
- Use the following hashtags: #space #spaceage #spacecraft #spaceday #spaceexploration #spaceexplorationday #spaceexplorations #spaceflight #spaceship #spaceshuttle #spacestation #spacetravel #spacesuit #spacex
National Fortune Cookie Day (July 20)
National Fortune Cookie Day is celebrated on July 20th. On this day, we recognize the popular dessert found in Chinese restaurants (a crispy, folded cookie that contains a short message on a slip of paper). These messages, called fortunes, are simple advice, lucky numbers, and words of wisdom. Fortune cookies originated in Japan, but they have become popular in Chinese-American cuisine.
- Bring in fortune cookies for the staff and create a short video of them reading the messages inside.
- Share some fortune cookie trivia.
- Fortune cookies are a Japanese invention that were added to Chinese-American dining.
- After baking and while still pliable, fortune cookies are folded into the traditional curved shape and populated with a small slip of paper, a fortune.
- Approximately 3 billion fortune cookies are produced every year.
- Wonton Food Inc., the largest manufacturer of fortune cookies in the world, is based in Brooklyn, NY. Wonton Food Inc. has about 15,000 fortunes in a database.
- Create a post and have each staff member write a good fortune that could be used in a cookie. Collect them all in a fun social media post.
- Post text: “National Fortune Cookie Day is celebrated on July 20th. On this day, we recognize the popular dessert found in Chinese restaurants (a crispy, folded cookie that contains a short message on a slip of paper). These messages, called fortunes, are simple advice, lucky numbers, and words of wisdom. Fortune cookies originated in Japan, but they have become popular in Chinese-American cuisine.“
- Use the following hashtags: #fortunecookie #fortunecookieday #fortunecookies #nationalfortunecookieday
National Junk Food Day (July 21)
National Junk Food Day recognizes everyday foods that are considered “junk” because they are high in sugar, salt, and fat. Use your 2026 July social media calendar to reinforce that there’s no harm in occasional junk food, but it’s always important to stress moderation and—of course—brushing and flossing after sugary foods!
- Create a post that encourages people to consume junk food in moderation and to brush and floss after consuming sugary foods. Share a brushing or flossing video.
- Share an article about the dangers of eating too much junk food. Encourage moderation and balance to reinforce good eating habits.
- Ask your followers to share their favorite junk food in the comments.
- Bring in the doctor’s favorite junk food for the staff. Get plenty of pictures for social media!
- Post text: “National Junk Food Day recognizes everyday foods that are considered “junk” because they are high in sugar, salt, and fat. There’s no harm in the occasional junk food, but it’s always important to stress moderation and—of course—brushing and flossing after sugary foods! What are your favorite junk foods?”
- Use brushing and flossing hashtags and the following: #favoritejunkfood #junkfood #junkfoodday #junkfoodguru #junkfoodjunkie #junkfoodjunkies #junkfoodlover #junkfoods #nationaljunkfoodday
Gorgeous Grandma Day (July 23)
Gorgeous Grandma Day is a great time to recognize the many ways that our grandmothers have helped us.
- Have staff write up short, memorable moments with their grandmothers and share them on social media.
- Ask your followers to share their names for grandma in the comments (e.g., Nana and Memaw)
- Create a post that encourages followers to do something special for their grandmothers.
- Have your more creative staff member dress in a grandmother costume for a fun photoshoot—glasses, a big hat, and grey wig. This post is sure to get some likes! These types of light-hearted and humorous posts are very engaging.
- Post text: “Gorgeous Grandma Day is a great time to recognize the many ways that our grandmothers have helped us. What are some ways that your grandmother has helped and guided you?”
- Use the following hashtags: #gorgeousgrandma #gogeousgrandmaday #grandma #grandmalove #grandmama #grandmas #grandmother #grandmothers grandmothershouse #grandmotherslove #greatgrandmother #greatgrandmothers
Tell An Old Joke Day (July 24)
It’s time to dust off those old jokes and try them out on a new crowd.
- Share one of these dental jokes.
- Ask staff for old joke ideas; post the best ones on social media.
- Ask followers to post a good joke in the comments.
- Share an article about the power of humor and laughing to heal the body.
- Film someone from your staff telling a funny joke and share it on social media.
- Post text: “It’s time to dust off those old jokes and try them out on a new crowd. Jokes are a great way to make people laugh, and laughing lowers stress and improves overall health—including oral health!”
- Use the following hashtags: #goodjoke #jokeday #tellajokeday #tellanoldjokeday #joke #joker #jokes #jokeoftheday #oldjoke #oldjokeday #oldjokes
Shark Week (July 26-August 1)
The Discovery Channel has started somewhat of a cult following with Shark Week, one of those social media holidays that many people are drawn to. Ever since Shark Week began in 1988, it’s drawn in viewers with images of these sharp-toothed predators of the deep. Get creative and have fun posting about these apex predators.
- Maybe someone in the office can wear a shark costume and safely chase your dental team around the office?
- Get a picture of the staff crowded around a screen watching Shark Week.
- Put shark stickers and balloons in your prize box for younger patients. These small gestures mean a lot. Kids and parents will remember the positive experience at your office and share their thoughts with others in the community.
- Share some interesting shark teeth trivia.
- Sharks have up to 300 teeth at one time and have an unlimited supply.
- Sharks have 5 rows of teeth in their mouths.
- Shark teeth are covered with a layer of fluoride, so they don’t get cavities.
- Megalodon was the largest shark to ever exist. Its jaws were nine feet wide.
- Post text: “It’s once again time to explore one of people’s biggest fears-sharks. Ever since Shark Week began in 1988, it’s drawn in viewers with images of these sharp-toothed predators of the deep. Are you afraid of sharks? Would you ever go swimming with sharks?”
- Use the following hashtags: #babyshark #shark #sharkaddicts #sharkbait #sharkbite #sharkcage #sharkcagedive #sharkcagediving #sharkconservation #sharkclub #sharkdive #sharkfin #sharksofinstagram #sharklover #sharks #sharksarefriends #sharktooth #sharkteeth #sharkvideo #sharkweek #sharkweek2026
National Bagelfest Day (July 26)
National Bagelfest Day is celebrated every year on July 26th. This day is designed to showcase this popular food and reveal the history of the bagel. The day was founded by Murray Lender (the owner of Lender’s Bagels). This is a national day, but it’s celebrated for five days in Mattoon, Illinois (where the world’s largest bagel factory is located).
- Bring in bagels from a local bakery and get some fun, creative pictures for social media.
- Share a bagel joke.
- Why did the bagel go to the party? A: It kneaded some fun.
- What do you call a bagel that can fly? A: A plain bagel.
- Why did the bagel apply for the job? A: to earn some extra dough.
- Why did the bagel become a motivational speaker? A: To inspire others to rise.
- Share some bagel trivia.
- Bagels were first mentioned in Kraków, Poland, in 1610.
- The Guinness Book of World Records lists the largest bagel ever made as weighing 868 pounds.
- The hole in the bagel allows for easy carrying, even cooking, and faster baking. They can be stacked on a wooden pole for sale.
- In Poland, bagels were believed to bring good luck and were traditionally given to women after childbirth.
- Bagels are the only bread that is boiled before baking. They are put in boiling water for 3-5 minutes before baking, which gives them a chewy texture and crust.
- In 2008, Astronaut Greg Chamitoff took 18 sesame bagels on Space Shuttle Discovery.
- Post text: “National Bagelfest Day is celebrated every year on July 26th. This day is designed to showcase this popular food and reveal the history of the bagel. The day was founded by Murray Lender (the owner of Lender’s Bagels). This is a national day, but it’s celebrated for five days in Mattoon, Illinois (where the world’s largest bagel factory is located). What is your favorite kind of bagel? Let us know in the comments!“
- Use the following hashtags: #bagel #bagels #bagelfest #bagelfestday #nationalbagelfestday
National All or Nothing Day (July 26)
National All or Nothing Day is held every July 26 to motivate people. The day is about encouraging all to truly pursue goals with vigor—whether training for an athletic event, working to complete a degree, or building a relationship. This day is about setting the bar high, taking risks, and surpassing limits set by the mind.
- Share a quote about achieving goals and overcoming obstacles.
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“It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it.” (Lou Holtz, football coach)
- “If you don’t like the road you’re walking, start paving another one.” (Dolly Parton, singer and philanthropist)
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“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” (Nelson Mandela, activist and politician)
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“The best way out is always through.” (Robert Frost, poet)
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“Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.” (Henry Ford, industrialist)
- “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the water to create many ripples.” (Mother Teresa, Catholic nun and founder of Missionaries of Charity)
- “I’ve always found that anything worth achieving will always have obstacles in the way, and you’ve got to have that drive and determination to overcome those obstacles on route to whatever it is that you want to accomplish.” (Chuck Norris, actor and martial artist)
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- Ask followers to share advice in the comments about overcoming challenges and achieving goals.
- Share some advice about achieving goals.
- Identify Obstacles:
- Define the things between you and your goal.
- Do you lack resources? Is it a personal limitation?
- Understanding your challenges is the first step to overcoming them.
- Create a Plan:
- Create a detailed plan to tackle the obstacle.
- Break down goals into smaller, manageable tasks.
- Set realistic deadlines to complete each task.
- Review all strategies and choose the most effective.
- Maintain Flexibility:
- Adjust your plans when you encounter challenges.
- Try different methods in different situations.
- Learn from mistakes and adapt.
- Keep a Positive Attitude:
- Concentrate on progress and celebrate small wins.
- Understand that obstacles are learning opportunities.
- Never forget why you’re pursuing goals.
- Look for inspiration and motivation.
- Look for Support:
- Ask for assistance from friends, family, or mentors.
- Share your struggles and get advice from people who have similar obstacles.
- A strong support system provides encouragement and motivation.
- Build Resilience:
- Respond positively to change.
- Let setbacks motivate future growth.
- Remain committed to your goals in the face of challenges.
- Picture Success:
- Picture yourself achieving the goal. This will help you move forward.
- Identify Obstacles:
- Post text: “National All or Nothing Day is held every July 26 to motivate people. The day is about encouraging all to truly pursue goals with vigor—whether training for an athletic event, working to complete a degree, or building a relationship. This day is about setting the bar high, taking risks, and surpassing limits set by the mind.“
- Use the following hashtags: #allornothingday #nationalallornothingday
National Parents' Day (July 26)
Parents do so much to raise healthy, well-rounded children. Your 2026 July social media calendar should make time to praise their efforts. National Parents Day is observed on the fourth Sunday of July to recognize and celebrate the love, sacrifices, and commitment parents make in raising their children. It honors parents of all backgrounds for the vital role they play in nurturing healthy families and strong communities.
- Create a post that thanks moms and dads for putting their children first and giving them the most important thing in life—time.
- Have the dentists share a funny memory about their parents. Film it for social media and add music and graphics for effect.
- Ask followers to comment and share the most important advice they received from their parents.
- Create a list of ways to show appreciation to parents and share it on social media.
- Ask your dental team for pictures of their parents. Create a collage to share on social media. Including family pictures of the dental team is an effective way to bond on an emotional level.
- Post text: “Parents do so much to raise healthy, well-rounded children. Today, we recognize their efforts and thank them for all the guidance and love. What are some of the most important ways that parents help their children?”
- Use the following hashtags: #nationalparentsday #parent #parentinggoals #parentingishard #parentingadvice #parentingskills #parentingteens #parentingwin #parents #parenttips #parentsday #parentsday2026 #parentsofinstagram #parentslife #proudparents
Rain Day (July 29)
Rain Day is a time to contemplate how Rain impacts our survival and culture.
- Ask followers to share what their favorite rainy day activity is.
- Give away umbrellas with your dental practice name monogrammed on the handle. Learn more about promotional merchandise for dentists.
- Share an article about the importance of Rain and how it sustains our life on Earth.
- Have a staff member reflect on a special rain memory in a short, get-to-know-the-team video.
- Post text: “Rain is critically important for our survival. Without it, vegetation turns brown, and wetlands dry up. Rain is also a pleasing sight and sound for many people. Culturally, Rain is part of many legends and myths around the world. How does Rain make you feel?”
- Use the following hashtags: #rain #rainbow #rainbows #rainclouds #rainday #raindays #raindrop #raindrops #rainfall #raining #rainfall #rainstorm #rainwater #rainy #rainydays #therain
National Avocado Day (July 31)
Avocados are a delicious and versatile food. They can be an appetizer and a main dish. Not only are avocados good to eat, but they are also very healthy. Avocados are beneficial for oral health because they are rich in potassium, folic acid, and healthy fats, which contribute to stronger teeth and gums and can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease; they also contain phytonutrients and antioxidants that defend against oral infections.
- Ask followers to share their favorite way to eat avocados.
- Bring in some avocados for staff to enjoy in the breakroom. Take some fun pictures for social media.
- Share some avocado trivia:
- US Avocado consumption doubled since 2005 and quadrupled since 2000. 4.25 billion avocados were sold in the U.S. in 2015.
- Avocados are often mistaken for vegetables, but they are actually fruits.
- Avocados are native to Mexico and were domesticated around 10,000 B.C.
- California produces the majority of avocados that are consumed in the United States.
- Avocados are a superfood because they contain large amounts of nutrients, including vitamins B, C, E, K, folate, and fiber.
- Share an avocado recipe.
- Post text: “Avocados are a delicious and versatile food. They can be an appetizer and a main dish. Not only are avocados good to eat, but they are also very healthy. Avocados are beneficial for oral health because they are rich in potassium, folic acid, and healthy fats, which contribute to stronger teeth and gums and can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease; they also contain phytonutrients and antioxidants that defend against oral infections.“
- Use the following hashtags: #avocado #avocadoday #avocadolove #avocadooil #avocadotoast #nationalavocadoday
