There’s something undeniably invigorating about the new year. Even if traditional resolutions aren’t your thing, it’s still a fresh start, a blank slate, an opportunity for total reinvention. And a guaranteed way to jumpstart this annual rebirth is by opening up a brand new physical calendar.
Yes, I know most (all?) of us schedule our lives in digital form these days. But imagine flipping through each month and filling those pristine squares with upcoming birthdays, appointments, activities, deadlines, vacations; or the feeling of catharsis that comes with literally tearing off a new page at the start of each day… trust me, the possibilities can feel truly endless.
The calendar retail market is also full of endless possibilities. Themes, games, trivia, nostalgia — there are plenty of ways to mark the passing of each day your way. Plus, if you tend to lack the followthrough necessary to maintain a daily calendar habit, you’ll need something more than run-of-the-mill.
Thankfully, Target has you covered. And rather than spending what’s left of this year browsing their myriad offerings, you can start planning for the next one by choosing from our expertly curated list below.
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If you like to wake up your brain with a challenge, this desk calendar has you covered with a full year of puzzles in a dozen different varieties (including Sudoku, anagrams, word searches, and brain teasers). If you’re looking for something more specialized, you can opt for a dedicated Sudoku or Word Search option
Taking time out with a coloring book can reduce anxiety, improve focus, promote mindfulness, and spark creativity — which makes this 12-inch square wall calendar a good buy even if you’re not in the market for one. Along with a different detailed coloring page for each month, it also comes with 180 colorful stickers to mark a variety of occasions.
This Smithsonian Institution: Women’s Herstory calendar highlights the compelling stories and remarkable achievements of some of our most notable female forebears — because we could always use a little more girl power, and now is definitely no exception.
If you prefer even more random factoids, this Today I Learned page-a-day calendar has you covered with 300+ frivolous but still interesting factoids covering everything from the size of the world’s largest hula hoop (it’s over 17 feet), to the surprising overlap between the first fax machine and the Oregon Trail.
Simplify your day-to-day with a Hacks of Life wall calendar full of handy dandy “How did I not know that?” tips and tricks making everyday life a little easier. Each month offers multiple nuggets of advice on how to combat kitchen odors, improve mental health, protect your charging cables, and basically everything in between.
Missing the holiday season? Whether it’s Apple Tree Day, National Hangover Day, or World Introvert Day, this page-a-day tear-away calendar will give you a reason to celebrate daily.
This oversized calendar is perfect for kiddos, (and fun addition for Peanuts fans of all ages). The 112-piece set features a 34-by-24-inch bulletin board calendar with changeable month and date headings, plus additional adjustable illustrated squares to highlight special days throughout the year.
Cute pet pics are a dime a dozen. If you really want to get a kick out of some furry friends, these bad dog and photoshopped cats options will definitely do the trick.
If you don’t need a gimmick but you do want something pretty to look at, this eye-catching calendar is it. Equal parts art piece and organizational tool, it highlights each month with pleasingly bold print, and comes with 270 color-coordinated reminder stickers to keep track of your most important dates throughout the year.