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National Waffle Day
Aug. 24 is National Waffle Day. On this day back in 1869, Cornelius Swartwout received a patent on an invention that would forever change breakfast – the stove-top waffle iron. General Electric went on to produce the very first electric waffle iron years later, in 1911. Whether you prefer your waffle drenched in syrup, slathered with butter or plain, folks have been eating waffles for centuries. Traditionally served for breakfast, waffles are available in a wide variety of f
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National Sponge Cake Day: It's Time to Bake (Sponge) Cake!
If you are in the mood for something sweet to eat, you're in luck! Aug. 23 is National Sponge Cake Day. Sweeeet! This light and airy dessert is simple to make and even better to eat. Sponge cake gets its fluffy texture due to the way its “whipped” up. While the origins of this particular food holiday are unknown, folks have been eating sponge cake since the 1600s. The first sponge cake recipe was found in 1615, in The English Housewife: Containing the Inward and Outward Virtu
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Be an Angel Day
Today’s holiday is all about helping others less fortunate. Aug. 22 is Be an Angel Day. Inspired by angels, this annual holiday was launched by author Jayne Howard Feldman in an effort to encourage random acts of kindness and lend a helping hand to someone in need. According to Feldman: "BE AN ANGEL DAY is a perfect opportunity to deliver to others messages of love, hope, faith, and peace -- messages from God that the angels deliver to us in our lives daily. Together we can s
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National Senior Citizen's Day: Celebrating America’s seniors
Aug. 21 is National Senior Citizen’s Day, an annual event that celebrates America’s seniors. On this day, Americans are encouraged to honor and recognize the countless contributions and sacrifices senior citizens have made throughout their lives to their families, communities and the nation. United States President Ronald Reagan proclaimed Aug. 21 National Senior Citizen’s Day back in 1988: "Now, Therefore, I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, do hereb
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National Spumoni Day
Get ready to scream for ice cream! Aug. 21 celebrates a sweet treat folks around the world love to eat. It’s National Spumoni Day! In case you’ve never tried it, spumoni is a delicious Italian dessert consisting of several layers of different flavored ice cream, whipped cream, fruit and nuts. Spumoni should be cut, not spooned. Who knew? In honor of National Spumoni Day, why not try a delicious helping of spumoni today? Today is also National Senior Citizen's Day. #nation
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National Lemonade Day
Get ready to pucker up, America. If you’re looking for a refreshing beverage to whet your whistle, you’re in luck! If you need a little something to whet your whistle during the dog days of summer, go grab your tallest glass. Aug. 20 is National Lemonade Day, an annual holiday that celebrates a classic American drink. While the origins of this holiday are unknown, folks have been enjoying lemonade for centuries! Lemonade is a tart yet sweet drink typically comprised of lemo
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National Potato Day: This Spud's For You!
Aug. 19 not only celebrates the history and future of aviation, but also celebrates one of America’s favorite vegetable. It’s National Potato Day. Potatoes are inexpensive and versatile veggies that Americans love to eat! Loaded with vitamins and minerals, spuds or taters can be prepared in a variety of different ways. Whether you prefer yours in a cold salad or hot soup, baked, boiled, steamed, fried, nuked, scalloped, roasted, grilled, mashed, smashed, stuffed or sliced and
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National Aviation Day: Celebrating the history and the future of flight
Today celebrates the world of aviation. In 1938, President Franklin Roosevelt proclaimed Aug. 19 National Aviation Day which just happens to coincide with another important day in history. On this day in 1871, a pioneer in aviation history was born - Orville Wright. The Wright Brothers While Orville and his brother Wilbur owned the Wright Cycle Company bicycle business, the brothers had bigger dreams that would one day change the course of history. After several years of tria
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Black Cat Appreciation Day: Black kitties make ‘purrfect’ pets
Have you heard the latest “mews?” Whether you are an avid animal lover, feline fan or crazy cat lady, this particular "howliday" may be right up your alley! A fabulous feline-inspired occasion is here and folks around the nation are ready to celebrate! Aug. 17 is Black Cat Appreciation Day, an annual holiday that celebrates black felines in all their magnificent glory. Unfortunately, many animal shelters are inundated with unwanted, unloved, neglected and abused animals.
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National Thrift Shop Day: Where Saving Big Bucks Makes Perfect 'Cents"
With a new school year right around the corner, school supplies, books, physicals and new clothes can cost a small fortune for folks already struggling. If you’re searching for a place where the bargains are big and the prices are low, you’re in luck! National Thrift Shop Day Aug. 17 is National Thrift Shop Day,sometimes referred to as National Thrift Store Day. This annual “holiday” raises awareness about the ginormous value of second-hand shops. While the origins of this pa
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National Rum Day: Get into the holiday ‘spirit’ with a great tasting rum
Have you heard the big "buzz"? A highly anticipated day of the year is here and folks around the country are anxious to celebrate! If you need a little something to get you into the holiday “spirit,” get ready to raise your glass, America. Aug. 16 is National Rum Day in the U.S.A! While the origins of this “spirited” holiday are unknown, people have been drinking rum forcenturies. Originally used for medicinal purposes, rum was actually the drink of choice for pirates back in
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National Bratwurst Day
Besides National Rum Day and National Tell a Joke Day, Aug. 16 is also National Bratwurst Day, also referred to as Bratwurst Day. While the origins of this annual food holiday are unknown, folks have been gobbling up these delicious “fried sausages” for centuries.Whether you prefer yours nice and plain, loaded with all the fixins and/or with a ginormous glass of beer, today is the perfect opportunity to whip up one or two bratwurst recipes and get your best ‘wurst’ on! #natio
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National Tell a Joke Day: Did You Hear the One....
Knock knock. Aug. 16 is National Tell a Joke Day. No joke! Despite a bad economy and high unemployment, today serves as an important reminder that we shouldn’t take life too seriously. Whether we watch a classic sitcom on TV, watch a funny flick or stop by our favorite comedy club, we all need to take a moment or two out of our busy and stress-filled lives and laugh. Besides making us feel good, laughing is also good for you! Studies suggest laughter may help prevent heart di
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National Relaxation Day: Relax!
August 15 is National Relaxation Day! Let’s face it – most folks are overworked, overwhelmed and over-stressed. American’s lead very hectic and busy lives and relaxing is just not on the schedule. First observed in Britain, this annual “holiday” reminds folks to sit back, relax and enjoy life! According to the American Institute of Stress (AIS), stress is America’s number one health problem. Between 75 and 90 percent of all visits to primary-care doctors is due to stress rela
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National Failures Day: Popular products & inventions made by mistake
August is filled with a variety of traditional and not-so-traditional holidays that celebrates special events, honors extraordinary people and celebrates delicious food and refreshing beverages. But Aug. 15 recognizes something entirely different – it’s National Failures Day. Whether we like to admit it or not, we all have had failures in our lives. Whether big or small, each choice we make has consequences. But thankfully, many of us learn from our mistakes. And although we
