Today is...
National Yo-Yo Day

There’s no better excuse than this fun holiday to dig out your old yo-yo and show off your talents. It’s National Yo-Yo Day!
Did you know that the yo-yo is considered the second-oldest toy in history? In Ancient Greece, yo-yos were made of wood, metal, and terracotta and were often decorated with pictures of the gods. To pay homage to their families, children would place their yo-yos on their family alter as a rite of passage into adulthood. 
Since that time, yo-yos have been a beloved toy for people of all ages to enjoy. However, the term "yo-yo" wasn't coined until 1920 when a man named Pedro Flores began manufacturing the gadgets at his factory in California. He gave the iconic toy its modern-day name and it's been a hit ever since. Did you know that Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon were all fans of the yo-yo? They would often show off their skills in the White House!
Today, celebrate this remarkable and historic toy. Practice a few tricks and host your own competition to see who amongst your friends has true yo-yo talent!

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History for June 6 1882 - The first electric iron was patented by H.W. Seely. 1925 - Chrysler Corporation was founded by Walter Percy Chrysler. 1932 - The first federal tax on gasoline went into effect. It was a penny per gallon. 1934 - U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt signed the Securities Exchange Act, which established the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). 1942 - The first nylon parachute jump was made by Adeline Gray in Hartford, CT. 1944 - The D-Day invasion of Europe took place on the beaches of Normandy, France. 400,000 Allied American, British and Canadian troops were involved. 1960 - Roy Orbison's "Only the Lonely" was released. ______________________________________________________ "Weary the path that does not challenge." --Hosea Ballou