Today is...
National Piña Colada Day!

 You don’t need to be on a beach to enjoy this refreshing tropical cocktail. No matter where you are in the world, a piña colada is a great way to sit back, relax, and enjoy a little taste of the summer.
Did you know that piña coladas originated in San Juan, Puerto Rico? The term, "piña colada" means "strained pineapple" in Spanish, which makes perfect sense. A traditional recipe calls for pineapple juice, light rum, and coconut cream poured over crushed ice.
If you like piña coladas (“and getting caught in the rain!”) fix yourself an ice cold drink, top it with a mini umbrella, and celebrate National Piña Colada Day!

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Today is also Teddy Bear Picnic Day

July is National Grilling Month & National Ice Cream Month

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History for July 10 1913 - The highest temperature ever recorded in the U.S. was 134 degrees in Death Valley, CA. 1925 - The official news agency of the Soviet Union, TASS, was established. 1940 - The 114-day Battle of Britain began during World War II. 1962 - The Telstar Communications satellite was launched. The satellite relayed TV and telephone signals between Europe and the U.S. 1985 - Coca-Cola resumed selling the old formula of Coke, it was renamed "Coca-Cola Classic." It was also announced that they would continue to sell "New" Coke. 1991 - Boris Yeltsin took the oath of office as the first elected president of the Russian republic. ______________________________________________________ "A person becomes happy to the same extent to which he or she gives happiness to other people." --Jermey Bentham