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Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 30th
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It’s Meteor Watch Day
When : Always June 30th
We sure hope that the weather in your area calls for clear skies tonight. Today is Meteor Watch Day, a time to look to the skies for meteor showers. Will you be lucky enough to see meteors streaking across the night sky? We sure hope so.
Meteors are space dust and ice that enter the earth’s atmosphere. Meteors can be as small as specks of dust. As they enter the atmosphere at high speeds, they burn up, producing light as they streak across the night sky. Sometimes, you see them streak across the sky and disappear at the horizon. Other times, they end suddenly, burning out right before your eyes.
With a little luck, you can see a meteor just about any night of the year. But, the best times to see meteors is during a meteor shower. There are a number of them each year. The best annual show is the Perseid Meteor shower each August.
Enjoy Meteor Watch day as you scan the night skies in search of meteors. We sure hope you see some tonight!
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June 30, 1917- Susan Hayward, actress
June 30, 1917- Lena Horne, actress, singer
June 30, 1966- Mike Tyson, boxing champion
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French acrobat Blondin crosses over the Niagara Falls on a tightrope. An unbelievable feat.
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Today In History Answer: The year was 1859
Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 29th
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It’s Hug Holiday Day
When : Always June 29th
Hug Holiday Day encourages us to give hugs to those who need them. On this day, people go out and give hugs at senior citizen centers, hospitals, and other places. The focus is upon elderly, sick and invalid, lonely people and anyone who needs the warmth, cheer, and love that a hug provides.
This very special day was created by the “Hugs for Health Foundation”. According to the Foundation:
” Hug Holiday is founded on the premise that hugs, friendship and volunteer support are vital components to the overall senior care plan.”
Celebrate Hug Holiday Day today by:
- Giving hugs to those who need one
- Joining Hugs for Heath
- Making a donation to this or another group
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June 29, 1858- George W. Goethals, chief engineer fore the Panama Canal
June 29, 1941- Stokely Carmichael, militant civil rights activist
June 29, 1944- Gary Busey, actor
June 29, 1947- Richard Lewis, comedian, actor
June 29, 1962- Sharon Lawrence, actress
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Shakespeare’s Globe Theater burns down.
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Today In History Answer: The year was 1613
Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 28th
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It’s Paul Bunyan Day
When : Always June 28th
Paul Bunyan Day is a giant of a day. Paul Bunyan was a gigantic lumberjack of American Folklore. According out folklore, Paul Bunyan and his blue ox “Babe” lived and travelled around country. He is best known for his logging feats.
Paul Bunyan is “credited” with many deeds. Among his more legendary feats:
- He created logging in the U.S.
- He scooped out the great lakes to water Babe, his ox.
- He cleared the entire states of North and South Dakota for farming.
- He trained ants to do logging work. They were, of course, Carpenter Ants.
- Babe’s large footprints created Minnesota’s 10,000 lakes.
Celebrate Paul Bunyan Day in a giant way. Learn more about Paul and his tales. Spread the tales around. They are best told by word of mouth around a campfire.
Note: The correct spelling of his name is “Paul Bunyan” . Some references have him spelled as Paul Bunyon”.
The Origin of Paul Bunyan Day:
French Canadians were believed to have originated Paul Bunyan during the Papineau rebellion of 1837. While he may have been created in Canada, Paul Bunyan quickly became a huge American legend. Many of the tales of Paul Bunyan originated in lumberjack industry and logging communities. Like all good folklore, it was passed from generation to generation by word of mouth. Over campfires, his legend grew, and tales were created. Written tales emerged in the early 1900′s.
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June 28, 1712- Jean-Jacques Rousseau, philosopher
June 28, 1902- Richard Rodgers, music composer, “Rogers and Hammerstein”
June 28, 1926- Mel Brooks, actor, director
June 28, 1932- Pat Morita, actor
June 28, 1946 -Bruce Davison, actor
June 28, 1960- John Elway, NFL quarterback , Denver Broncos
June 28, 1966- John Cusack, actor
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In 1919, The Treaty of ????? was signed, ending WW I
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Today In History Answer: Versailles
Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 27th
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It’s Sunglasses Day
When : Always June 27th
Sunglasses Day is a shady day for your eyes.
Summer is in full swing. The sun is high in the sky. It’s blindingly bright. A pair of UV protection sunglasses is definitely in order.
Why do people wear sunglasses? There’s lots of reasons, including:
- You want to be a movie star and they all wear sunglasses.
- You’re looking to hide behind a big, dark pair of sunglasses, and travel unseen through the streets.
- A little espionage, eh!?
- You want to make a fashion statement.
- And, Oh yes…. A few of us wear sunglasses to protect our eyes from the harmful rays of the sun.
Did you know? Sunglasses protect your eyes from harmful UV rays. Your Optician will tell you that sungalsses with UV protection, will help to avoid cataracts. They also report that UV rays can be stronger in the winter, as the sun’s rays hit you on the way down….and as it is reflected back up from the snow.
Enjoy Sunglasses Day with a shady, mysterious and fashionable pair of sunglasses.
The Origin of Sunglasses Day:
Our research did not find the creator, or the origin of this day.
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June 27, 1880- Helen Keller, blind author, lecturer
June 27, 1927- Bob Keeshan, children’s TV- “Captain Kangaroo”
June 27, 1930- H. Ross Perot, entrepreneur, presidential candidate
June 27, 1951- Julia Duffy, actress
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The Federal Savings and Loan Association is created. (1934)
The song “Happy Birthday to You” was first sung.
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Today In History Answer: 1859
Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 26th
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It’s Forgiveness Day
When : Forgiveness Day June 26th
Global Forgiveness Day is held on August 27th
International Forgiveness Day, the first Sunday of August
Forgiveness Day is a time to forgive and to be forgiven. The world will be a better place for this day.
Global Forgiveness Day began in 1994. It was created and is sponsored by the Christian Embassy for Christ’s Ambassadors. It originated in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
International Forgiveness Day was created by the World Forgiveness Alliance, a non-denominational, educational foundation. According to their website: ” International Forgiveness Day dedicated to evoking the healing power of forgiveness worldwide.” The founder is Robert W. Plath, from Mill Valley, California.
In religions:
** The Jewish celebration of Yom Kippur is a day of atonement or forgiving.
** In Christian religions,the first Sunday before Lent is called “Forgiveness Sunday”.
Quote of the Day: To err is human, to forgive is divine.
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June 26, 1819- Abner Doubleday, invented the game of baseball
June 26, 1892- Pearl S. Buck, novelist
June 26, 1910- Roy Plunkett, invented Teflon
June 26, 1963- George Michael, singer
June 26, 1970- Chris O’Donnell, actor
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The Saint Lawrence Seaway is opened.
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Today In History Answer: 1959
Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 25th
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It’s Log Cabin Day
When : June 25th
Log Cabin Day brings you back to a quieter, simpler, more rugged era. A couple hundred years ago, life was far more rugged. Americans moving West (west at the time may have been Ohio, or Tennessee) found an untouched wilderness, filled with pristine forests. They built their homes out of logs. These log cabins were solid, long lasting, and served them well.
Life was rustic and simple. Heat was provided by an open fireplace, where they also cooked their meals. Need air conditioning in the summer? Just open the window (there wasn’t any glass or screening). There was no electricity (no television, stereos or boom boxes blasting, or computers). And, plumbing? Just look back towards the woods to the outhouse. The path to it is well worn.
Log Cabin Day celebrates what was then the “Modern” home in America, and all of the lifestyle that accompanied it. Today is a day to appreciate the history and significance of log cabins. Visit them at historical museums today, or sometime this summer.
The Origin of Log Cabin Day:
The Log Cabin Society, founded by Virginia Handy, and the Bad Axe Historical Society, in Michigan created the annual Log Cabin Day on June 25, 1986. Their objectives included promoting the preservation of Log Cabins, and awareness and education of life during the era in America when log cabins were common.
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June 25, 1874- Rose O’Neill, created Kewpie Dolls
June 25, 1903- George Orwell, novelist
June 25, 1925- June Lockhart, actress
June 25, 1945- Carly Simon, singer
June 25, 1948- Jimmie Walker, actor, comedian
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In 1876, Lt Colonel George Custer and the 7th Cavalry are wiped out by Sioux and Cheyenne Indians at the Battle of ???????? This event is also known as Custer’s Last Stand.
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Today In History Answer: Little Big Horn
Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 24th
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It’s Swim A Lap Day
When : June 24th
Swim a Lap Day is good for your health. And, it’s a fun day, too!
Summer has arrived. It’s time to enjoy all that summer has to offer, including plenty of time in and around the pool. What better way to enjoy the early days of summer, than by taking a lap or two (or three) around the pool. In addition to the fun, it’s great exercise to help keep you fit.
It’s likely to be sunny and hot today. Find a few friends and swim a couple laps in the pool. Then, let the pool party begin!
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June 24, 1895- Jack Dempsey, boxing champion
June 24, 1942- Mick Fleetwood, musician, member of Fleetwood Mac
June 24, 1942- Michele Lee, actress
June 24, 1945- George Pataki, NY Governor
June 24, 1946- Ellison Onizuka, astronaut, died in Challenger Space Shuttle explosion
June 24, 1967- Sherry Stringfield, actress (Colorado Springs, CO)
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Henry VII is crowned the King of England.
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Today In History Answer: 1509
Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 23rd
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It’s Take Your Dog to Work Day
When : June 23rd (date may vary)
Today is Take Your Dog to Work Day. And, we’ve just gotta ask “Why!?”
They say every dog has it’s day. Well, that day has arrived. Today, your dog gets to join you at work today. Of course, this assumes that your (wonderful) boss will allow it.
Once he arrives at work, your dog can tag along, following you on all of your work chores. He’ll be at your side all day long. He’ll frown at those dog eared papers n your desk. He’ll end the day happy, but dog-tired.
Now, that’ we’ve had our chuckle, it’s time to recognize that this is a serious holiday for “Man’s Best Friend”. It is sponsored by Pet Sitters International. The objective is to recognize the importance of dogs in our lives as both companions and protectors. The organization also encourages you to help homeless dogs. One way to do so, is to adopt a dog today!
Question for the day: Once your dog has arrived at your work…now what? What do you do with him? Will there be organized activities and a luncheon in his honor!?
Sorry, but equal rights has yet to arrive in the pet world. We have not found a “Take Your Cat to Work Day”, or a “Take Your Parakeet to Work Day”, or ……….
The Origin of Take Your Dog to Work Day:
This very special day for you and your dog was created in 1996 by Pet Sitters International.
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June 23, 1929- June Carter Cash, country singer
June 23, 1948- Clarence Thomas, Supreme Court justice
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The US Secret Service is created.
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Today In History Answer: 1860
Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 22nd
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It’s National Chocolate Eclair Day
When : Always June 22
National Chocolate Eclair Day is a sugary, sweet way to start your day. It’s a sweet, tasty way to end your day, too. Eclairs are a light, crisp pastry filled with a pastry cream. They are most often eaten as a dessert. They can be eaten at every meal, or as a snack.
We hope that you are not on a diet, or watching calories, carb or sugar. Because participating in this day, means consumption of high calorie, high carb, high sugar eclairs.
Did you know? Eclairs originated in France.
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June 22, 1903- John Dillinger, bank robber
June 22, 1922- Bill Blass, fashion designer
June 22, 1929- Ralph Waite, actor
June 22, 1936- Kris Kristofferson, singer, actor
June 22, 1941- Ed Bradley, TV journalist
June 22, 1949- Meryl Streep, actress
June 22, 1949- Lindsay Wagner, actress
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Doughnuts are created.
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Today In History Answer: 1847
Today’s Bubblegum For The Brain ~ June 21st
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It’s Summer Solstice Day
When : June 21, 2011, June 20, 2012; June 21, 2013
Summer Solstice is sometimes referred to as “Midsummer Litha”. It’s the longest day of the year. The amount of daylight only goes down from here….for the next six months (more on that later). Summer Solstice is the meteorological start of summer. It’s time to enjoy vacations, great weather, pools, baseballs, and everything else that goes along with the favorite season of kids and most adults. Grab your favorite beverage and enjoy the season, because for many of us it is all too short.
Did you know? The sun does not set at the North Pole today. There is 24 hours of sunlight. Does it make up for that cold day in December when the sun does not rise above the horizon? No, but on this day it sure does feel good wherever you are!
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June 21, 1905- Jean-Paul Sartre, philosopher, novelist, playwright
June 21, 1912- Mary McCarthy, novelist
June 21, 1921- Jane Russell, actress
June 21, 1925- Maureen Stapleton, actress
June 21, 1947- Meredith Baxter, actress
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Cyrus McCormick patents the reaping machine..
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Today In History Answer: 1834