February 1st is the day Willy Wonka opens up his factory (after years of being closed to the public) for five lucky children to explore. The latest news is that all five golden tickets have been found and the children are
The Dutch/German community of Western Pennsylvania has spread its wisdom about this fuzzy seer-of-seers far and wide, so that all Americans now inquire, “what did the groundhog say about winter?”
On this day in 1863, Samuel Clemens first used the pen name “Mark Twain” in The Territorial Enterprise, a newspaper in Virginia City, NV. The pseudonym originated from his days as a riverboat pilot on the Mississippi when crews regularly
“Never argue with stupid people. They will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience.” – Mark Twain
On this day in 1863, Samuel Clemens first used the pen name “Mark Twain” in The……
On this day in 1944, the Captain America serial film was officially released for the big screen. It was the first appearance of a Marvel character apart from a printed comic.Dick Purcell played the first Captain America for black and…….
Bob Marley was born on February 6, 1945 and would have been 76 years old. He transitioned to the ancestral realm on May 11, 1981 but his music lives on, his legacy lives on. Thirty years ago, in 1991, Mayor Art Eggleton proclaimed
Takei was born to Japanese American parents, with whom he lived in Tule Lake Segregation Center during World War II. He began pursuing acting in college, which led in 1965 to the role of Sulu, to which he returned periodically into
John Towner Williams (born February 8, 1932) is an American composer and conductor. In a career that has spanned seven decades, he has composed some of the most popular, recognizable, and
“Life is to be lived, not controlled, and humanity is won by continuing to play in face of certain defeat.” ─ Ralph Ellison On this day in 1953, Ralph Ellison won the U.S. National Book Award for Fiction for his novel, Invisible Man, a story about a man from the American South ….
Decorating with Candy Day is celebrated on February 1 every year. It is conveniently sandwiched between Christmas and Valentine’s Day ensuring we have a fun holiday to celebrate as we transition between those two
Today we celebrate the birthday of Japan, founded by Emperor Jimmu in 660 BC. Much like the Viking kings that recited their lineage from the Norse gods, Jimmu was said to be a descendant of the sun goddess, Amaterasu. The Imperial House of Japan continued its ……
Arsenio Hall (born February 12, 1956) is an American comedian, actor and talk show host. He hosted a late-night talk show, The Arsenio Hall Show, from 1989 until 1994, and again from 2013 to 2014.He has appeared in
rom September 9 to 12, the sounds of hoofbeats echoed on the streets of Northfield during the Defeat of Jesse James Days—an annual celebration of the failed Northfield Bank Raid of 1876. The Northfield Raid was an infamous robbery attempt on Northfield’s First
Planet of the Apes is a science fiction media franchise consisting of films, books, television series, comics, and other media about a post-apocalyptic world in which humans and intelligent apes clash for control as the
On This Day 15 February 399 B.C: The Death of Socrates by Hemlock Poisoning Ancient greek Philosopher, Socrates, considered the Father of Western Philosophy, persecuted because of his religious ideas and political associations,
On this day in in 1968, the first 911 call was placed on the local emergency hotline in Haleyville, Alabama. At the behest of fire fighters nationwide, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) moved to create a single emergency telephone line in
The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation in Denver, Colorado founded Random Acts of Kindness Day in 1995 with the goal of making the world a better place. Acts can include small things, like complements, flowers, or bringing donuts to
U.S. National Drink Wine Day is held each year on February 18, so get ready to unwind with a glass or two of your favorite Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay. Wine has been a staple in human culture since its
This February is for the cats, and more specifically it’s for their health, so we call it National Cat Health Month. Every cat parent should spend the month with extra focus on their cat’s physical and emotional well-being, and
On this day in 1895, Frederick Douglass, considered the most important Civil Rights leader of the 19th century, suffered a massive heart attack and died at his home at age 77. It was only a few hours after attending a woman’s suffrage meeting in Washington, D.C.e
History has repeatedly demonstrated the truth of Taylor Owen’s comment on the subject of leadership: “An army of donkeys led by a lion is better than an army of lions led by a donkey.” So it was in the days after Jeanne’s arrival at Orléans
Malcolm X Day is an American holiday in honor of Malcolm X that is celebrated on either May 19 (his birthday) or the third Friday of May. The commemoration of the civil rights leader has been
Todd McCalla, a commercial real estate broker in Nashville, TN, declared February 23rd National Margarita Day in 2009 and began to spread the news. McCalla dedicated the day in the name of friendship, good times, and memories of warmer climates to offset gray February
On this day in 1836, the siege of the Alamo began when Mexican General (and sometimes President) Antonio López de Santa Anna, whose own politics had sparked the resistance, attacked the Texas rebels who had attackers for 13 days, before finally being overwhelmed
Young Muhammad Ali, then known as Cassius Clay, knocked out opponent Sonny Liston for his first world title in boxing on this day in history, Feb. 25, 1964. Twenty-two-year-old Clay achieved the unthinkable by dethroning Liston, who was
Tell a Fairy Tale Day is an informal observance held on February 26. It provides a perfect opportunity to read fairy tales to your kinds and enjoy your favorite childhood tales yourself. A fairy tale is a short story that typically
On this day in 2018, Barbra Streisand [one of the very few performers to receive an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony (EGOT)], revealed in an interview with Variety that she had cloned her dog, Samantha (Sammie) identical clones of the
National Rum Day (August 16th) is a time for celebrations and libations, and to help you prepare for the big day, Passport has teamed up with four resorts throughout the Caribbean. These resorts are sharing the
On this day in 1692, the witch trials began in Salem Village, Massachusetts, targeting three young women, Sarah Good, Sarah Osborne, and Tituba, who were all accused of witchcraft. The girls were experiencing
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