May 2022 Events Calendar
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May Day
Sunday, May 1, 2022
Happy Spring!
National Mental Health Awareness Month
May 1-May 31
Millions of people face the reality and stigma of living with mental illness every day. Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 to raise awareness, fight stigmas, provide support, and advocate for policies that support those with mental illness.
National Pet Month
May 1-May 31
National Pet Month is a celebration of the benefits that pets and their people bring to each other. Here's to all our two, four, and no-legged companions for the smiles they bring us every day.
Construction Safety Week
May 2-May 6
Be safe!
Star Wars Day
Wednesday May 4
May the 4th be with you!
Cinco de Mayo
Thursday May 5
Celebrate the Mexican Army's 1862 victory against the French! Or just enjoy a margarita with your friends via Zoom. We won't judge.
Cinco de Mayo Party at Smith's (SPF)
Thursday May 5
Calling all Springfield employees! Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with apps, drinks, and pool, and meet this year's DG freshmen at Smith's (the second floor of Theodore's) from 4-6pm.
Mother's Day
Sunday May 8
Have you called your mom lately?
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOT)
Tuesday May 17
On May 17, 1990, the WHO approved the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD 10), which no longer listed homosexuality as a diagnosis. Launched in 2004, IDAHOT commemorates that day and is a global occasion to educate about and advocate for the LGBT+ community. Visit May17.org for ideas on how to take action.
Victoria Day (CAN)
Monday May 23
Victoria Day began as a celebration of Queen Victoria's birthday on the 24th of May and has endured since the Canada government declared it a national holiday in 1845. Informally, it also marks the start of the summer season and is celebrated with picnics, parades, and fireworks. Here's wishing a happy and safe Victoria Day to our Canadian employees!
Memorial Day (US)
Tuesday, May 31
Memorial day is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring those who have died while serving in the U.S. Military. Many visit cemeteries and memorials on this day to honor and mourn. Memorial Day is also considered the unofficial start of summer in the United States.
Safety Committee Meetings
Thursday May 17, 11:00 EDT (Springfield)
Tuesday May 17, noon EDT (Atlanta)
Tuesday May 17, noon PDT (San Diego)
Wednesday May 18, noon MDT (Salt Lake City)
Thursday May 19, 10am EDT (Battle Creek)
Want to help the DG Safety Committee plan for 2022? Contact Chris Klesse to join the DG safety meetings.