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New Year's Day

New Year's Day is the first day, and statutory holiday, of the year. ​​Typically a day of rest after the hustle and bustle of the Christmas holiday season with thoughts of renewal, hope and optimism for the days ahead. Make the best of the coming year by having an intentional mindset of what you hope to see, achieve and become.

Traditional Ways of Celebrating & What Inspires Us:

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THEME

  • Blank Slate / Fresh Start

  • Hope & Optimism

  • Renewal​

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​BEAUTY & FASHION

  • Comfortable, neutral colours, pajama day​

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​DÉCOR

  • If you haven't already, take down your tree and other remaining Christmas decorations

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ENTERTAINMENT

  • Watch new or your favourite comfort movies or tv shows 

  • Pop on your favourite chill or inspiring playlist

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FLOWERS

  • White

  • Lilies - symbolizing purity and renewal

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FOOD & DRINK

  • Big breakfast (to soak up those NYE beverages) of eggs, bacon/ham/sausage, toast, potatoes, fruit, smoothies or a simple brunch with muffins, banana bread, fruit & veggie trays, cheese & crackers, charcuterie

  • Start the new year with a warm comforting supper - beef/pork/chicken roast, potatoes, veggies, bread or a big pot of stew / chili with bread

  • Enjoy hot beverages like hot chocolate, coffee/tea, hot cider

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FUN

  • Host brunch or a big family supper

  • Head out for a hike, snowshoe, bonfire, skating or tobogganing

  • Stay in for a movie day, at home spa day, crafting

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GIFTS & GREETINGS

  • Host gifts: flowers or a small plant, their favourite beverage, baking or favourite treats, candle

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PARTY TIME

  • Attending?

    • Get yourself ready (hair, nails, makeup, outfit)

    • Host gift (see gifts & greetings)

    • Pack your own beverage

    • Potluck? Prepare and pack your contribution

    • Take photos

  • Hosting?

    • Guest list & invites

    • Clean house

    • Yard maintenance

    • Theme décor

    • Get yourself ready (hair, nails, makeup, outfit)

    • Prepare menu

    • Entertainment (music, games…)

    • Display previous years’ photos and take more to add

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PHOTOS

  • Take photos of yourself and those you are celebrating with

  • Look back on previous years with an organized slideshow or photo album

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QUOTES

  • "Happy New Year!"

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TRADITIONS

  • Resolutions

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KIDS & CLASSROOM FUN

  • Create a vision board, winter art, make your own calendar for the new year

  • Talk about what it means to make a resolution and how to hold themselves accountable

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WORKPLACE

  • Set a goal or resolution as a group, hold each other accountable - keep it fun and simple

  • Whoever has reached the goal or lived up to the resolution wins a little prize at the end of the year

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