Tiffany, I Choose You!

Tiffany is trying out an unusual look for National Pokemon Day, and while she does look cute I'm afraid that outfit does make her look fat. The good news is that if anyone makes fun of her she can use Bubble Beam on them. It's super effective!

Appropriately enough, it's also No Brainer Day, which is perfect for Tiffany. It's also well-suited for Brittany and Kevin, who celebrate it every day in Mr. DeMartino's class...to his chagrin.

I hope Lawndale is ready for the sudden influx of tourism it's about to experience for National Strawberry Day, because I have no doubt that people will flock from all over the world to see the town's famous Big Strawberry. Or, maybe not. Who can say?

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• R.I.P., Roberta Flack, Michelle Trachtenberg, and Gene Hackman.


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How Quietly Can He Play?

Nick isn't so sure he likes the idea of National Nicholas Day, or maybe that's just the look he gets when Max says something dumb. I bet he gets that look a lot.

I just hope he doesn't get it into his head to play the bass, because it's Quiet Day and that would completely defeat the purpose. This is probably one of Daria's favorite days, or it would be if she was ever able to celebrate it.

The episode "Partner's Complaint" aired on this day in 2000, and things were anything but quiet during the many altercations that took place. Unless you count the occasionally chilly silence between Daria and Jane.

Fanfic Update!

• Daria Ravenclaw: The Legend of Sporting Joe, by Meester_Lee (part 22): "Julia stood motionless and stared at the car that had come up behind her. The Coppers or someone very much like them had found her."


• Daria's Great Adventure, by dmsfanman (part 43): "Daria sat at her desk in the Martian Mission to the UN staring out the window. It was a beautiful morning. On her computer stood her finished speech for the upcoming opening of the General Assembly."


• Flustered and Burned, by janendaria4life (COMPLETE!): "Daria stood in front of the door of Casa Lane, twisting the knob of the unlocked door as she casually walked in, almost as if the house were her own."


• Spider Quinn 14 Battle and Consequence, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (COMPLETE!): "SpiderGirl climbed out onto the roof at the usual time. ‘Lawndale sounds slightly better,’ she thought."

She's Got No Strings...or Brain Cells

Tiffany is acting even more artificial than ever before, in honor of Pinocchio Day. While I'm sure she'd love to be a real girl, I don't think even Dr. Shar will be able to help with her nose if either Quinn or Sandi ask her whose side she's on.

Jodie, meanwhile, might celebrate Play Tennis Day because she's on the Lawndale High Tennis Team. On second thought, she'd probably much rather just skip the whole thing and have the day off. For once.

On this day in 1998, the episode "The Daria Hunter" aired. Not only did we learn that Helen is forty-six--I mean, forty-four, but we got to witness the unholy birth of the relationship between Barch and O'Neill. Shudders all around.

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• The deadline to vote for the 2024 Daria Fanworks Awards is today! Vote if you haven't yet!


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Slow Speech is in the Cards!

Tiffany is ready and waiting to take your call on Card Reading Day, but I hope you're prepared to wait a long time to find out what your fortune is. It might be better to celebrate with BloodyWilliam's latest Daria tarot card project, which is much, much cooler.

On the subject of future alter egos, today is the anniversary of the founding of NASCAR in 1948! If Stacy did decide to become a racecar driver after high school, I hope Sandi kept her comments to herself. Or got run over by Stacy's car. Either one is fine!

Honestly, the worst Sandi could do is banish Stacy from the popular kids' table, but that wouldn't be right because it's No One Eats Alone Day! Daria, on the other hand, would be happy to celebrate this one. Perhaps making an exception for Jane.

Fanfic Update!

• Daria Ravenclaw: The Legend of Sporting Joe, by Meester_Lee (part 21): "The ride back to the Settles was quiet but tense. The only conversation was between Mr. Weatley and Julia’s mother."


• Janecoin (Iron Chef: Remembering Jane), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "When Ed checked his old Facebook account and saw the notification of Jane Lane's untimely death at age 41 in what appeared to be an accident caused by a drunk driver, he was shocked."


• Mysteries of Aurora, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 10): "After having lunch at the coffee house cafeteria, Olivia headed back to the Library."


• The Thrill Be Damned, by riotsquirrrl (COMPLETE!): "God, she hated these networking things. Daria stood off to the side of an industry mixer, feeling lost."


• Unnamed story (Iron Chef: Remembering Jane), by AnxiousMillennialCowgirl (COMPLETE!): "When Andrea saw the post from Jodie Landon on the Lawndale High: Class of 2002 page that Jane Lane had died after a long battle with brain cancer, her initial feelings were of the sadness of having someone her age die rather than genuine grief."

Theeeeese Staaaaars are Shiiiiiny....

Tiffany is about to be deeply disappointed to learn that Nicolaus Copernicus, born on this day in 1473, was right and the universe does not revolve around her. I'm just kidding, of course. The day Tiffany successfully learns anything will be a very cold day in Hell.

However, Smart Tiffany does occasionally exist in fanfic, and Kara Wild published an essay on this day in 2000 on this very topic: "The Off-Canon Approach." What does it mean for a story to be just like a Daria episode versus veering off into non-canon territory? Read the essay and consider the ideas.

Finally, the episode "Fizz Ed" first aired on this day in 2001, and the subject matter has only gotten more relevant with time. Just so we're clear, I'm referring to corporate marketing in schools, not principals attacking soda machines with axes.

Fandom News!

• There's still time to vote for the 2024 Daria Fanworks Awards!


• Lord Goring created a thread where you post words.


• cfardell_Brenorenz29 posted a new Iron Chef: Remembering Jane.

Do Butterflies Sing Opera?

Daria's got the wrong idea, because today is the anniversary of the premiere of Madama Butterfly in 1904, which doesn't feature any actual butterflies. I don't think Jane will be impressed, either, because we know how she feels about delicate winged insects after hearing about them from her mother. Still, I hope Mr. DeMartino is planning to see the opera performed in the PayDay automotive department! Refreshments in the form of free samples will be served.

Mack will be less than impressed to know that today is also Michael Jordan's 62nd birthday, but maybe this will be a good chance to change his middle name back to James. Maybe the Lane naming gazebo is available!

In Daria-specific anniversaries, the episode "Daria!" aired on this day in 1999 and the Sarcastathon 3000 aired on this day in 2001. I don't think anyone from the musical episode will be joining the opera performance at PayDay anytime soon.

Fanfic Update!

• Our Friend in City Hall (Daria and The Gang Thread), by roentgen (COMPLETE!): "Going to City Hall was always the sucky part of the week, Stacy Rowe thought."


• Spider Quinn 14 Battle and Consequence, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 4): "At Casa Lane, Jane was still thinking about what was happening with Tania when a report came on the radio."


• Unattainable Lane, by janendaria4life (COMPLETE!): "Daria sat on the couch, waiting impatiently for Jane to arrive so they could watch the upcoming 'Sick, Sad World' marathon."


• Valentine's Daze, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Stacy's brother, Adam Rowe, was quite the playboy. After work, he'd gone to the local bar. Now, he was coming home with a hot, buxom blond that he'd picked up." (Part 2) (Part 3)

Gimme Some Chocolate, Dammit!

I think that Mrs. Johanssen must have misheard because although it's Make Mine Chocolate day she appears to have asked someone to "make ME chocolate." I'll have no problems celebrating this one, especially as today is another one of my favorite holidays: discount candy day.

Yesterday, of course, was Valentine's Day, but today we flip the script and celebrate Singles Awareness Day instead. Daria has plenty of experience with this one, and I'll bet she prefers it that way. Especially after her multiple spectacular failures in dating throughout the show.

On this day in 1999, "Daria Day 99" aired on MTV. There don't appear to be any clips or even a transcript out there for this one, so any Daria treasure hunters should consider this the Holy Grail of Daria finds!

Fandom News!

• Don't forget to vote for the 2024 Daria Fanworks Awards!


• ladyevil shares her ideas for Daria Valentine Cards.

Kiss and Tell Someone You're Sorry

Daria is all set to celebrate Kiss Day, but the question is, who's going to take her up on it? I imagine Tom would not be welcome, considering their history, but maybe Trent would be an acceptable alternative? Assuming he's awake, that is.

It seems appropriate that today is also National Apology Day, because Daria kissing people tends to lead to problems. I imagine the phrase "kiss and make up" has an entirely different meaning to her.

If you mess up so badly that even an apology won't cover it, you could always observe Get a Different Name Day and get a fresh start. Just remember Jake's advice: "Walk away. You change your name, move to another state, get some ID. It's not too late to start over, Daria, it's not too late! You're still a young man! You don't have to live with your mistakes! Get out while you can!"

Fanfic Update!

• Her Last Words, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (part 80): "Lawndale High School was for sure, just like the once peaceful and sleepy town all around it, simply not the same anymore."


• Red (Daria and The Gang Thread), by roentgen (COMPLETE!): "The worst part of any morning was 6:20 am when Scarlett LeFaye's phone alarm went off."


• Timmy's Awokening, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Kevin was frantically pounding on the door to Daryl's apartment, having followed him all the way from the Carbone's Super Bowl party."

Keep Watching the Geeky Skies!

I see Lawndale is busy celebrating Extraterrestrial Culture Day, and I'm sure Artie is in there somewhere. I'm not sure if he's there to have fun or to educate others, but either way you can bet he'll show up before too long.

Trent is more likely to play music (or a close approximation of it) because it's not only Get Out Your Guitar Day but also National Guitar Day! If he decides to perform at the UFO convention, then I'm sure the place will be empty within minutes.

I think he'd be better off playing in Max's Tank, and not just because it's National Van Day. If we're lucky, the van will break down somewhere inconvenient and no one will have to listen to his music at all!

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• Voting is open for the 2024 Daria Fanworks Awards!

Watch Out For That Extra Grease!

Daria and Jane have clearly taken National Pizza Day much, much too far, but that won't stop them from ordering another pie. If you celebrate, please be responsible or at least keep some antacids handy!

Pizza would make an excellent treat for any football fans that are planning to watch the Super Bowl today! I'm sure Kevin will be among them, but Ms. Li might decide to schedule another school review meeting so watch out for that.

Please don't tell Ms. Barch that today is Man Day, because I'm sure it's her least favorite day of the year. However, Jake and Trent should feel free to sing songs about being manly as long as they don't immediately get into a car crash afterward.

Fanfic Update!

• The Feast of Lupercal, by Blake C Stacey (BlakeStacey) (part 4): "Daria found Saavik in the mythology aisle. The classification, as befits used books, was imprecise."


• I (Don't) Want to Be a Part of It, by ladyevil (part 2): "Meanwhile, on the streets of New York, Jesse hurried across an intersection, arms filled with two manuscripts and guitar case in hand."


• Mysteries of Aurora, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 9): "Olivia soon changed into her swimming costume, and had a look at one of the pools."


• Spider Quinn 14 Battle and Consequence, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 3): "They came to a corner office, after evading another of those robot arms."


• Timmy's Awokening, by wilddogjj (parts 1 and 2): "Jim and Quinn were sitting at the kitchen table. Quinn was reading mail while Jim was assembling small figurines of various players for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles." (Part 2)

Can He Pirouette?

Mr. DeMartino is surprisingly graceful as he celebrates National Ballet Day, but judging by the look on his face Kevin is nearby and about to cause a serious problem. Daria, meanwhile, will continue to regret not taking ballet the next time she has to pee outdoors...but let's hope those occasions are quite rare.

Unfortunately, Mr. D. has committed a grave faux pas by wearing a pink tutu, because it's National Wear Red Day! Jane, fortunately, has been observing this day almost constantly for years.

I'm sure Ted will be happy to know that today is Bubble Gum Day, and he can chew to his heart's content. On the other hand, if he's only tried the non-bubble variety then he might not be ready for the hard stuff yet.

Fandom News!

• Meester_Lee wonders about Daria going goth.


• cortez has a question about Steve Taylor and the crystal trophy.


• Could Amtrak be coming to Ronkonkoma?

You Go, Girls!

Jane is certainly having a successful National Girls and Women in Sports Day, because "women can excel at any sport they put their minds to." This quote would be more inspirational if it hadn't been jerkass Evan who said it, but it's still true.

Let's hope she runs like the wind instead of breaking wind, even if it is National Fart Day. I guess that would be one way to keep the other runners from catching up, because you can't run if you're trying to hold your breath.

Still, while farting in public would be a social disaster, it would be appropriate for Disaster Day! With the Super Bowl coming up, be careful not to wear cream to any parties because "Dip is short for dipsaster!"

Fanfic Update!

• A Moment in the Post Fashion Club Life of Tiffany Blum-Deckler, by Chaoslordsquidward (COMPLETE!): "Tiffany sat down in silence in history class. This isn’t how things used to be."

Do They Have Birdlike Appetites?

Jake and Helen have chosen a truly unorthodox method of celebrating Feed the Birds Day, but I guess when you've had your fill of frozen lasagna then any meal sounds good. I just hope we don't have to see any regurgitation.

Meanwhile, I'm sure Jane would much rather celebrate American Painters Day because she is both American and a painter. The only question is, will she celebrate by painting or by enjoying the work of her favorite artists? The answer is most likely both.

Fandom News!

• Last chance to submit your nominations for the 2024 Daria Fanworks Awards!

How Many of Those Tattoos Did He Get Out of a Magazine?

Jake has taken International Face and Body Art Day fully to heart, as every visible bit of him (and possibly bits that aren't visible) have clearly been covered with artwork. I'm not sure if Axl just had a very busy day or if Jake went with a less permanent option. Knowing Jake's pain tolerance--or lack thereof--I suspect it's the latter.

You'd think Jane would be celebrating this one, but actually she decided to go with Decorating With Candy Day instead. Let's just hope she's able to keep Tom away from her art supplies and/or gummy bears.

Finally, I'd like to wish one of Daria's least talkative characters a happy National Sean Day! If Quinn ever lets him get a word in, I guarantee that the word will be "What?"

Fanfic Update!

• Cynic and the Tower of Joy, by Meester_Lee (part 4): "'We’re getting away from the reason we’re here,' said Miley. 'We want you to release your prisoners.'"


• Her Last Words, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (parts 78 and 79): "November had come to Pennsylvania with a vast and silvery sky, the frost was quite severe for that time of the year, the wind blowing from Lake Erie was fierce and every tree in the town had already lost all of those colorful leaves now that Autumn was over." Part 79


• Spider Quinn 14 Battle and Consequence, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 2): "Quinn was designing something when her door was flung open. 'Tania Ashworth?' she asked. 'What are you doing here?'"


• Warmth Like Vinyl, by Val_Creative (COMPLETE!): "As the years go on, Trent stops answering questions about settling down. He's nearing forty."