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Rick James Day– August1st

James Ambrose Johnson Jr. (February 1, 1948 – August 6, 2004), better known by his stage name Rick James, was an American singer, songwriter and record producer. Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, James began his musical career in his teenage years. 

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Watermelon Day– August2nd

Johnson was born in Hayward, California, on May 2, 1972, the son of Mataniufeagaimaleata “Ata” Fitisemanu (née Maivia) and former professional wrestler Rocky Johnson (born Wayde Douglas Bowles).

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Skynet Day –Aug 3rd

 The official date given by Arnold Schwarzenegger’s character in the film ‘Terminator 2: Judgment Day’ for when Skynet, a man-made artificial intelligence program, becomes self-aware and annihilates most of humanity.

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Houdini Day– August 4th

In his last public stunt, American magician Harry Houdini stayed in an underwater airtight coffin for some 90 minutes; he bested rival …
 
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Andy Warhol Day– August 5th

Warhol was born on August 6, 1928, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was the fourth child of Ondrej Warhola (Americanized as Andrew Warhola Sr.; 1889 …

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Lord of the Flies Day– August 6th

Lord of the Flies is the 1954 debut novel of British author William Golding. The plot concerns a group of British boys who are stranded on an uninhabited …

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Charlize Theron Day– August 7th

The Fast X actress, 48, brought her daughter August, 7, to sit front row with her at the Dior pre-fall show at the Brooklyn Museum on Tuesday.
 
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Whitney Houston Day– August 8th

On August 8, 2000 (20 years ago today), Whitney’s duet with George Michael “If I Told You That” was released as a single to US Radio, …

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LouvreDay–August 9th

It’s the perfect opportunity to take advantage of every month, without exception: the Musée du Louvre opens its doors to all visitors free of charge on the 

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Hedy Lamarr Day– August 10th

On August 10, 1933, Lamarr married Mandl at the Karlskirche. She was 18 years old and he was 33. In her autobiography, Ecstasy and Me, she described Mandl as an extremely controlling husband who strongly 

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Metallica Day– August 11th

The group’s James Hetfield explained the significance of the 72 Seasons title when Metallica announced the record last year: “72 seasons — the first 18 years of our lives that form our true or false selves,” he said. 

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National Bowling Day– August 12th

National bowling day. On the second Saturday in August, National Bowling Day encourages everyone to set up the pins. Now go throw strikes!. 

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Fast Times at Ridgemont High Day– August13th

On August 13, 1982, the teenage coming-of-age comedy Fast Times at Ridgemont High opens in theaters around the United States.

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Rocky Horror Picture Show Day– August 14th

On August 14, 1975 “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” premiered at the Rialto Theatre in London, England! Produced by Lou Adler and Michael White, and directed by Jim Sharman. The screenplay was written by Sharman and actor Richard O’Brien, who is also a 

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National Rum Day– August 15th

Although World Rum Day is traditionally observed on the second Saturday of July every year, National Rum Day is celebrated in the United States on August 16. Most of us associate rum with Caribbean countries, 

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Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Day –August 16th

Their first major public gig was on August 16, 1969, at the Auditorium … In June and July 1973, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young met at Young’s ranch …
 
 

 

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Lightening Day – Aug 17th

On this day in 1945, Sukarno declared Indonesia’s independence from the Netherlands, and, after the Dutch transferred sovereignty four years later, …

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Augustus Day – August 18th

On this day, a French astronmer discovered helium, Australia and New Zealand withdrew their troops from the Vietnam War, and Hurrican Alicia hit Texas. Famous birthdays include Patrick Swayze, Robert Redford, and Andy Samberg. August 18 also marks the 

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Satisfaction Day – August 19th

World Humanitarian Day is celebrated every year on August 19 to honor aid workers who risk their lives to save lives in some of the most dangerous regions .

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Bambi Day– August 20th

Today is the day! We hope to see you at Bambi’s fundraiser at the Thirsty Buffalo in Medford! 1pm Cornhole tournament 6pm Supper and Silent Auction 9pm Live …

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National Tooth Fairy Day– August 21st

National Tooth Fairy Day on August  celebrates the excitement and wonder of kids losing their teeth! National Tooth Fairy Day is a reminder for kids, young and old, to relive the fun of visits from the Tooth Fairy when a newly lost

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Loch Ness Day – Aug 22nd

The first recorded observation of the creature occurred on August 22, 565. On that date St. Columba, an Irish priest traveling through Scotland, is said to …
 
 
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Na’vi Day– August 23rd

So Friday was “Avatar Day,” a worldwide (and free) sneak peek at James Cameron’s hotly anticipated 3-D epic on 102 screens in the U.S. and hundreds more overseas. The unprecedented even

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National Banana Split Day– August 24th

This day recognizes the classic ice cream dessert, the banana split, which is traditionally served with a banana, whipped cream, and various toppings. 

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Kaepernick Day– August 25th

Kaepernick says he sat because the country “oppresses black people and people of color.” His action does not attract immediate national

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National Dog Day – August 26th

National Dog Day is established by Colleen Paige who chooses August 26 because that was the day her family brought home her first dog. It is found to be a myth that dogs are color blind — they can actually see in color but not as vividly as humans.

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National Red Wine Day– August 27th

National Red Wine Day is celebrated on August 28th, and not August 27th. It’s a day to celebrate the complex flavors and rich colors of red wine, and to pair it with food and friends

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Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day – August 28th

Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, observed annually on August 28th, is a special day dedicated to honoring the lives of our beloved pets who have passed away, offering a chance to reflect on the profound impact.

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Terminator Judgement Day– August 29th

On August 29, 1997, Skynet woke up. It decided all humanity was a threat to its existence. It used our own bombs against us. Three billion people died in the …

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DNA Day– August 30th

National DNA Day commemorates the successful completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of DNA’s double helix in 1953.
 
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Princess Di Day– August 31st

On Aug. 31, 1997, Diana, Princess of Wales, was killed after the car she was riding in crashed in the Pont de l’Alma tunnel in Paris; her partner Dodi Fayed and driver Henri Paul (who was found to have been intoxicated at the time of the accident) also died.Sep 1, 2024

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