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Let your inner dork shine through on National Be A Dork Day on July 15! This fun day was created in 2004 as a way to celebrate and embrace the unique quirks that make each person special. Since then, it has become an annual celebration of all things dorky, from silly jokes and puns, to nerdy interests and activities. So why not take this opportunity to let your dork flag fly high and have some fun? Don't be afraid to show off your true colors - after all, being a dork is something to be proud of!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of the word 'Dork'</div><div class='timeline-text'>The term "dork," which is now celebrated, was first recorded in the late 1800s as a slang term with a negative connotation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Dork" in Popular Culture</div><div class='timeline-text'>The term "dork" gained wider usage among the mainstream audience, primarily from American high school and college students in the 1960s.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Geek Pride"</div><div class='timeline-text'>The "Geek Pride" movement began as a form of self-acceptance and pride, helping to evolve the perception of the synonym, "dork".</div></div></div> <div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Be a Dork Day Creation</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Be a Dork Day was established to celebrate and embrace individuality and unique quirks, fostering acceptance and self-expression.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continued Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>The concept of being a "dork" is now celebrated annually on July 15, encouraging individuals worldwide to proudly display their unique qualities and interests.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Dress like a dork</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put together an outfit that you would consider a 'dorky' ensemble. Think of clothes that you would never normally wear and rock it with pride.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a dorky movie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pick out a classic dorky movie and watch it with friends. Classics like The Breakfast Club, Revenge of the Nerds, and Napoleon Dynamite are always great choices.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play dorky games</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some friends and play some silly games that you wouldn't normally play. Think about playing Pictionary, charades, or Taboo.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go to a comic convention</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out your local comic convention and dress in your best cosplay outfit. See what other people have come up with and be inspired by the creativity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read a dorky book</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pick up a book that you wouldn't normally read and get lost in the pages. You may just find a new favorite author or genre.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates individuality</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Be A Dork Day is all about embracing your uniqueness and celebrating it! Don't be afraid to stand out from the crowd or take risks - you never know what good things can come of it! So take this special holiday as an opportunity to let your personality shine and show off your quirky side.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Being a dork encourages creativity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By being proud of the things that make you different, you're more likely to try new things and take on unusual projects. It's all about pushing yourself to try something out of the ordinary and having fun doing it - even if it doesn't go as planned!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a great excuse to get silly & have fun</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Be A Dork Day is all about having a good time! Whether you're with friends or by yourself, don't be afraid to get goofy and embrace your inner weirdo. Share dorky jokes, dress up in costumes, or just act silly - anything goes on National Be A Dork Day!</p></div></div>
National Be A Dork Day is celebrated on July 15th every year. In 2024, National Be A Dork Day will occur on a Monday.
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