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Magic Day
If you or someone you know is fascinated by illusions and tricks, you're in luck. June 12 is Magic Day - an annual "holiday" that celebrates the craft of magic. After all, what child, or adult for that matter, can resist a wondrous magical trick that boggles the mind? While magic may mean different things to different folks, it is defined as "the art of producing illusions as entertainment by the use of sleight of hand, deceptive devices, etc." or to "presumably assure human
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National German Chocolate Cake Day
When it comes to holidays, June 11 is all about food. Not only is it Corn on the Cob Day, it is also National German Chocolate Cake Day, too! This moist and delicious dessert has three layers o chocolate cake with a coconut and pecan filling in-between. Sweeeet! German Chocolate Isn't German Despite its name, German Chocolate Cake was not “invented” in Germany. It’s actually an American creation typically made with sweet baking chocolate, coconut and pecans. Sam German, an em
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It's Corn on the Cob Day in the U.S.A!
Since yesterday was National Iced Tea Day, it only makes sense today is all about another summertime favorite, right? Shucks, June 11 is (National) Corn on the Cob Day. Whether you boil it in a pot, nuke it in the microwave or barbecue it on the grill, fresh corn on the cob is simple to make and delicious to eat. Nothing says summertime like sinking your teeth into a fresh ear of corn and experiencing that oh so familiar explosion of goodness in your mouth that wakes up those
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National Iced Tea Day: Beat the Heat with an Ice Cold Drink
The kids are out of school and the days are getting warmer which means the official beginning of summer is right about the corner. And when it comes to hot and humid days, nothing beats the heat like a refreshing glass of ice cold drink. If you’re feeling a little parched right about now and need a refreshing beverage to whet your whistle, go grab your biggest glass. June 10 is National Iced Tea Day in the U.S.A! After all, nothing quite beats the heat like an ice-cold bever
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National Black Cow Day: In the 'mooood' for classic ice cream floats
Moooove over National Iced Tea Day, June 10 is also National Black Cow Day! While celebrating the 4-legged, bovine-variety is fine-and-dandy, today really celebrates the refreshing beverage made with ice cream and soda. While visions of poodle skirts, soda jerks, roller skates, drive-in diners and soda fountains may come to mind, Black Cows – a popular drink of days gone by, are still enjoyed today. Black Cows have been served up since the late 1890s. While some credit Robert
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Donald Duck Day: America's Favorite Fowl-Mouthed Duck
Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy– it’s Donald Duck Day! The annual “holiday” is in honor of the world’s most famous and beloved duck, Donald. Born Donald Fauntleroy Duck, Donald made his world debut on June 9, 1934, in The Wise Little Hen cartoon. Since then, the unflappable Walt Disney Company cartoon character with a bit of a lisp has been entertaining young and old alike for decades. And just how popular is he? Donald is the third most popular cartoon character of all time, right be
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National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day: Sweet & tart treat Americans love to eat
If your sweet tooth is aching for a sweet treat to eat, go grab a fork! June 9 celebrates one of the best food combinations around. It’s National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day in the U.S.A! While the origin of this annual foodie holiday is unknown, who needs an excuse to devour a slice of pie? Although many people think rhubarb is a fruit, it is actually a vegetable. Guaranteed to make you pucker up, you can find the tangy and tart perennial at many local Farmer’s Markets across
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World Oceans Day: Let's make a 'splash' to protect our oceans
When it comes to holidays, June 8 is making quite a "splash!" June, like every month in the year, has a slew of special holidays that celebrate famous people, important events, fabulous food and beverages and important products. But on June 8, people from all over the world will celebrate and recognize World Oceans Day, an annual international event that helps raise awareness about the importance of the oceans on our planet. The ocean, which covers 70 percent of our planet, h
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It's Name Your Poison Day: What’s yours?
When it comes to holidays, today is not your ordinary, run-of-the-mill type holiday. June 8 is Name Your Poison Day, also referred to as National Name Your Poison Day. Not only are the origins of this annual holiday unknown, the phrase “name your poison” is also unclear as well. Some believe that the term refers to a popular phrase bartenders use when asking customers what type of alcoholic beverage they’d like to order - "Name your poison." The phrase can also refer to a cho
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National Best Friend Day: Special sayings and quotes for special BFFs
Today is the day to take a moment of your busy schedule and celebrate that very special, one-of-a-kind person in your life – your BFF. It's National Best Friend Day, also known as Best Friend’s Day, an annual "holiday" observed each year on June 8 (although some celebrate the special day on August 15.) While there are holidays for just about every occasion under the sun, today’s holiday serves as an important reminder to do something special for that very special person in yo
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Betty Picnic Day: Famous gals named Betty
June 8 is not only World Ocean’s Day, National Best Friend Day and Name Your Poison Day, it also celebrates those special gals named Betty. It’s Betty Picnic Day. Betty Picnic Day Legend has it that Betty Wilder and Betty Patterson founded The Betty Club in 1987 after wondering just how many Betty’s were in their neck-of-the-woods. They posted flyers around town asking area Betty’s to stop by the first Betty Picnic. And sure enough, Betty’s from near-and-far showed up, but un
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National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
Have you heard the latest “scoop?” Get ready to scream for ice cream, folks. Besides celebrating a legendary American frontiersman, today is also National Chocolate Ice Cream Day! While the origins of this delightful food holiday are unknown, this annual event is celebrated every year on June 7. With the kids home from school, now is the time to plan that perfect summertime treat to eat. And with the official beginning of summer right around the corner, many are anticipating
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Daniel Boone Day: Celebrating the legendary American frontiersman
June 7 not only celebrates a cool treat Americans love to eat, but also honors a very important American legend. Besides National Chocolate Ice Cream Day, today also celebrates an American frontiersman – Daniel Boone. Daniel Boone Born to Quaker parents in 1734 in Pennsylvania, Boone spent a large part of his youth hunting and trapping in the wilderness. The pioneer began to venture into other areas of America. On June 7th, 1769, Daniel Boone first saw the dense forests and b
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National Yo-Yo Day: Get your Yo-Yo on!
If you know how to Rock the Cradle, Walk the Dog, and Go Around the World, you’re in luck! Today is dedicated to Yo-Yo lovers everywhere – it’s National Yo-Yo Day! Entrepreneur Donald F. Duncan Sr. popularized one of the most beloved toys in town – the Yo-Yo. In the 1920s, Pedro Flores was building Yo-Yos by hand and built the first Yo-Yo factory. He traveled around America promoting the Yo-Yo and holding competitions. Duncan saw how popular Yo-Yos were, purchased the factory
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National Donut Day
A very tasty occasion is finally here and folks are more than ready to celebrate. Whether you spell it “donut” or “doughnut,” today is dedicated to the sweet treats Americans love to eat. Today is National Donut Day in the U.S.A., an annual food holiday observed on the first Friday in June. Launched by the Chicago Salvation Army in 1938, National Donut Day was created to help raise funds during the Great Depression and to raise awareness about various Salvation Army programs
