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TV Dinner Day
If you are hungry and in a hurry, go grab your fork! Sept. 10 is TV Dinner Day! History of the TV Dinner While there is some debate as to who actually invented the frozen, pre-cooked meal, Gerald Thomas, from C.A. Swanson & Sons, is often credited as the inventor of the TV dinner. After visiting the kitchens of the airline industry, Thomas noticed the single-compartment, aluminum trays used in airplane food. He designed a turkey-filled, three-compartment tray, perfect for ind
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National Teddy Bear Day: Celebrating the warm & cuddly iconic companions we love to hug
Whether you had one, your kids had one or your grand-kids had one, chances are pretty good you’ve hugged one or two over your lifetime. It’s time to take a stroll down memory lane, folks. Sept. 9 celebrates an American icon. It's (National) Teddy Bear Day, an annual holiday dedicated to those furry friends we love so much. Children around the world have been hugging these warm and cuddly companions for over 100 years. In fact, teddy bears have a history that includes an Ameri
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Wonderful Weirdos Day
When it comes to wacky holidays, today takes the cake! Sept. 9 is Wonderful Weirdos Day, an annual "holiday" created by Thomas and Ruth Roy at Wellcat. If you tend to think outside the box and prefer to march to the beat from another drummer, embrace it! Whether your fashion style, hair style or personality is totally different than everyone else’s, your uniqueness makes you stand out from the crowd and makes you who are you. Remember, many celebrities and famous people have
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National I Love Food Day
When it comes to delicious food holidays, Sept. 9 takes the cake….and the ice cream….and the fries….and the juicy steak…..and the pasta! If you are a foodie - go grab your fork. It's National I Love Food Day, an annual occasion that celebrates one of life’s most enjoyable pleasures - food! Whether you have a hankerin’ for something sweet to eat, love to try new things, are a tried-and-true meat-and-potatoes kind of person, are a strict vegetarian or somewhere in-between, food
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Labor Day quotes: Special sayings that celebrate the American worker
It's hard to believe Labor Day is here again! This annual holiday, observed on the first Monday in September, not only signifies the unofficial end of the summer season, but honors the contributions and achievements of the American worker. While millions of Americans will celebrate the yearly holiday by enjoying a much-needed day off from work with a backyard barbecue, picnic, parade or a little rest and relaxation, Labor Day has a rich history. Labor Day History During the l
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National Read a Book Day: Grab a great book and get your read on
If you've had a long, stressful week, what could be better than snuggling up and settling in with a great read? Sept. 6 is National Read a Book Day. While the origins of this annual holiday are unknown, today is the perfect opportunity to take a little time for yourself and read that book you’ve been “eyeing.” Whether it’s a steamy romance, who-done-it mystery or action-packed thriller, reading is not only fun to do, it’s good for you, too. Reading is an essential skill that
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Kentucky Derby Day: Refreshing mint julep & cocktail recipes for Derby Day
Get out your fancy hat and grab the mint julep glass - one of the most highly anticipated sporting events of the year is here! It’s Kentucky Derby time, said to be the “greatest two minutes in sports!” Traditionally observed on the first Saturday in May, this year the Derby will be held on Sept. 5, 2020, due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Regardless of the date, folks from all over the country put on their fanciest hat and head on over to Churchill Downs, the “Home of the Kent
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International Bacon Day: Go hog wild!
Get ready to go hog wild, folks. It’s time to bring home the bacon – literally! The Saturday before Labor Day is officially International Bacon Day, an annual food holiday observed around the globe that celebrates glorious bacon! Bizarre Bacon Products Bacon-Inspired Products - You can floss with bacon dental floss, shave with bacon shaving cream and pucker up with bacon-inspired lip balm. And if you hurt yourself, put on a bacon-inspired bandage. Bacon Treats - If you're in
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National Cheese Pizza Day: Say Cheese, Please!
When it comes to mouth-watering holidays, Sept. 5 is one of the very best food holidays in the entire year. It’s National Cheese Pizza Day in the U.S.A. While the origins of National Cheese Pizza Day are unknown, folks have been enjoying pizza for centuries! History of Pizza The earliest form of pizza was bread baked beneath stones of a fire, then seasoned with different toppings. Gennaro Lombardi is credited with opening the first pizzeria in New York City back in 1905. Lomb
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Eat an Extra Dessert Day: Decadent sweet treats to eat without all the guilt
When it comes to delicious holidays, today takes the cake! If you’re sweet tooth is aching for a sweet treat to eat, grab your fork! Sept. 4 is Eat an Extra Dessert Day! While the origins are unknown, the “inventor” of this delicious holiday deserves a great big medal! Whether you have a hankerin’ for a piece of decadent chocolate, a scoop of cool and refreshing ice cream, a slice of rich and creamy cheesecake or a great big piece of homemade pie, today is the perfect oppor
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National Wildlife Day: Preserve, protect and save endangered animals
Sept. 4 is National Wildlife Day, an annual “holiday” that raises awareness about the plight of endangered animals around the world. National Wildlife Day was created by author and animal lover, Colleen Paige. Paige created the special awareness day not only to shine the spotlight on endangered animals, but also to honor the late conservationist and Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin. The list of endangered animals is staggering. Sadly, many of these magnificent animals are disapp
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National Skyscraper Day
Look up in the sky – way, way up! It’s National Skyscraper Day, an annual event that celebrates those magnificent marvels that line cityscapes around the globe. Currently, some of the world's tallest 'scrapers are located in New York City, Chicago, Dubai, Malaysia and China. If you happen to be in a city today, enjoy the view! #SkyscraperDay #tallestbuilidings #nationalskyscraperday
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National Beheading Day: Famous folks who have lost their heads
When it comes to unusual occassions, this particular event is guaranteed to make you lose your mind! While the origins are unknown, Sept. 2 is National Beheading Day! Various forms of executions have been used for centuries including burning at the stake, firing squads, hangings, the electric chair and beheadings. These gruesome forms of execution were often performed in public via ax, guillotine, sword or knife. Many notable people, including many Royals, were beheaded at th
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National No Rhyme (Nor Reason) Day
If you are a fan of this website, you know we celebrate all sorts of traditional, non-traditional and downright wacky holidays. In a word, today’s special occasion makes no sense at all! Sept. 1 is National No Rhyme (nor Reason) Day, also known as No Rhyme or Reason Day. While the origins of this holiday are unknown, the day celebrates words that don’t rhyme or things that have no purpose, meaning or explanation – kind of like this particular holiday! The English language has
