Today is Friday June 3, 2011
National Donut Day
Ah, the donut. Whether it’s powdered, jelly-filled, or frosted, this classic treat is always delicious, making National Donut Day a great reason to celebrate!
Did you know that National Donut Day began as a fundraiser for the Salvation Army in 1938? It’s held annually on the first Friday of June, in honor of the female volunteers of World War I who served donuts to soldiers behind the front lines.
This year, the generosity lives on: Dunkin Donuts customers will receive a free donut with the purchase of any beverage, while Krispy Kreme will be handing out one free donut per person (with no additional purchase necessary). Be sure to check out your local donut shop, as other bakeries across the nation are sure to be celebrating.
This National Donut Day, indulge yourself by picking up a freshly baked donut, or keep the charitable tradition alive and buy a box to share!
"Images and text courtesy of MyPunchbowl.com" -- http://www.mypunchbowl.com/
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for June 3 1923 - In Italy, Benito Mussolini granted women the right to vote. 1932 - Lou Gehrig set a major league baseball record when he hit four consecutive home runs. 1965 - Edward White became the first American astronaut to do a "space walk" when he left the Gemini 4 capsule. 1982 - Elvis Presley's Graceland mansion in Memphis, TN, opened as a tourist attraction. |
Quote of the Day:
"Learn to know yourself to the end that you may improve your powers, your conduct, your character. This is the true aim of education and the best of all education is self-education." --Rutherford B. Hayes
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