Today is...
National Teacher Day

It’s National Teacher Day! Have you ever had a teacher who inspired you, challenged you, or even changed the course of your life? Today is the day to show your appreciation for all the remarkable individuals who have dedicated their lives to teaching. Send a free Teacher Day eCard to express your thanks and appreciation!
In 1944, an Arkansas teacher named Mattye Whyte Woodridge began a campaign to establish a national day that would honor teachers. Woodridge wrote letters to politicians, education leaders, and eventually the first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt. In 1953, Mrs. Roosevelt convinced Congress to proclaim the first National Teacher Day.
Today, the National Education Association sponsors an entire Teacher Appreciation Week, which is full of events and activities. Learn more about the campaign on the official website.
To celebrate National Teacher Day, participate in one of the projects and take a moment to honor the remarkable individuals who have taught you or your children over the years!

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Today is also National Roast Leg of Lamb Day

This week is Be Kind to Animals Week & National Pet Week
 
May is National Hamburger Month & National Strawberry Month & National Bike Month

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History for May 7 1789 - The first U.S. Presidential Inaugural Ball was held in New York City. 1847 - The AMA (American Medical Association) was organized in Philadelphia, PA. 1940 - Winston Churchill became British Prime Minister. 1945 - Baseball owner Branch Rickey announced the organization of the United States Negro Baseball League. There were 6 teams. 1955 - "Rock Around The Clock" was released by Bill Haley & His Comets. 1968 - Reginald Dwight decided to change his name to Elton John. 1994 - The Edvard Munch painting "The Scream" was recovered after being stolen 3 months earlier from an Oslo Museum. ______________________________________________________ "Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm." --Winston Churchill