Today is...
National Lemonade Day!

 Lemonade originated in the Mediterranean region in the 13th century and the recipe eventually made its way to Europe and then to America. The beverage was sold as an everyday refreshment and as a tonic, used to treat colds and other ailments. In France, you could purchase a glass from street vendors known as “lemoadiers.”
To celebrate National Lemonade Day, make your own homemade lemonade to share with friends and family. Dissolve 2 cups of sugar in 1 cup of hot water. Then stir in 2 cups of freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 gallon of cold water. Pour into glasses filled with ice and garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint. Enjoy!

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August is National Goat Cheese Month & National Peach Month & National Water Quality Month

This week is National Aviation Week

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History for August 20 1741 - Danish navigator Vitus Jonas Bering discovered Alaska. 1866 - It was formally declared by U.S. President Andrew Johnson that the American Civil War was over. The fighting had stopped months earlier. 1882 - Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture" debuted in Moscow. 1940 - France fell to the Germans during World War II. 1945 - Tommy Brown of the Brooklyn Dodgers became the youngest player to hit a home run in a major-league ball game. Brown was 17 years, 8 months and 14 days old. 1953 - It was announced by the Soviet Union that they had detonated a hydrogen bomb. 1985 - The original Xerox 914 copier was presented to the Smithsonian Institute's Museum of American History. Chester Carlson was the man who invented the machine. ______________________________________________________ "Why not let people differ about their answers to the great mysteries of the Universe? Let each seek one's own way to the highest, to one's own sense of supreme loyalty in life, one's ideal of life. Let each philosophy, each world-view bring forth its truth and beauty to a larger perspective, that people may grow in vision, stature and dedication." --Algernon Black

Today is...
National Potato Day!

 Potatoes have been popular parts of diets around the world for centuries.
Did you know that more than 45 billion pounds of potatoes are harvested in the U.S. each year? We use them to make baked potatoes, mashed potatoes, home fries, French fries—the list is endless!
Potatoes are not only tasty—they’re good for you! They contain high levels of important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, potassium, and iron. Today, enjoy potatoes prepared your favorite way to celebrate National Potato Day!

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Today is also National Aviation Day

August is National Goat Cheese Month & National Peach Month & National Water Quality Month

This week is National Aviation Week

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History for August 19 1909 - The first car race to be run on brick occurred at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. 1934 - Adolf Hitler was approved for sole executive power in Germany as Fuehrer. 1964 - The first American tour by the Beatles began in San Francisco, CA. The tour would cover 26 cities. 1998 - The first piece of the 351 foot bronze statue of Christopher Columbus arrived in San Juan, Puerto Rico. ______________________________________________________ "Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forward." --Soren Kierkegaard

Today is...
Bratwurst Day!

Bratwurst is a heavily spiced sausage, usually enjoyed on a roll with mustard or by itself with a side of sauerkraut. The term “bratwurst” is a compound of two German words—“braten,” which means “to fry” and “wurst,” which means “sausage.”
Bratwursts originated in Germany and have been around since the 14th century. These sausages are generally made from pork, veal, or beef. Truly dedicated fans can attend the annual Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival in Ohio to celebrate this historical dish.
Today, grab a “brat” in honor of Bratwurst Day. Don’t forget to wash it down with some beer!

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Today is also National Rum Day & National Roller Coaster Day


August is National Goat Cheese Month & National Peach Month & National Water Quality Month

This week is Elvis Week & National Aviation Week

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History for August 16 1829 - The "Siamese twins," Chang and Eng Bunker, arrived in Boston, MA. They had come to the Western world to be exhibited. They were 18 years old and joined at the waist. 1954 - Sports Illustrated was published for the first time. It was claimed that 250,000 subscriptions had been sold before the first issue came off of the presses. 1960 - The free-fall world record was set by Joseph Kittinger. He fell more than 16 miles (about 84,000 feet) before opening his parachute over New Mexico. 1966 - The Monkees' first single, "Last Train to Clarksville," was released. 1975 - Peter Gabriel announced that he was leaving the group Genesis. Phil Collins would be the new lead singer after the group auditioned more than 400 potential musicians. ______________________________________________________ "I want to tell people approaching and perhaps fearing age that it is a time of discovery. If they say 'Of what?' I can only answer 'We must find out for ourselves, otherwise it wouldn’t be discovery.'” --Florida Scott-Maxwell

Today is...
National Relaxation Day!

Today we live in a very fast-paced world that is often stressful and overwhelming. National Relaxation Day is all about taking a step back to unwind and decompress.
Although a certain amount of stress is normal, too much of it can be harmful to your physical and mental health. Take care of yourself today. Read a book, get a massage, watch a movie, go for a long walk, or take a nap. No matter what you choose to do, just remember to take it easy, even if it’s only for a few minutes. Happy National Relaxation Day!

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Today is also Assumption Day & Lemon Meringue Pie Day


August is National Goat Cheese Month & National Peach Month & National Water Quality Month

This week is Elvis Week & National Aviation Week

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History for August 15 1848 - The dental chair was patented by M. Waldo Hanchett. 1911 - "Crisco" was introduced by Procter & Gamble Company. 1939 - "The Wizard of Oz" premiered in Hollywood, CA. Judy Garland became famous for the movie's song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." 1961 - East German workers began construction of the Berlin Wall. 1969 - The Woodstock Music and Art Fair began in Bethel, NY. The three-day concert featured 24 bands and drew over 400,000 people. 1971 - U.S. President Nixon announced a 90-day freeze on wages, rents and prices. ______________________________________________________ "All men should try to learn before they die what they are running from, and to, and why." --James Thurber

Today is...
National Creamsicle Day!

 This enjoyable frozen treat is the perfect way to sit back, relax, and cool down on a hot August day. The combination of vanilla cream and fruity ice is pure genius!
Creamsicles are not hard to find, but they are also easy to make at home. Mix together fruit juice and vanilla ice cream in a large bowl. Then, gradually add milk and continue to mix. Finally, pour the mixture into small paper cups and place them in the freezer. Once they are partially frozen, insert popsicle sticks into them and place them back inside the freezer. When they are frozen solid, peel off the paper cups and enjoy the creamsicle! Happy National Creamsicle Day!

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August is National Goat Cheese Month & National Peach Month & National Water Quality Month

This week is Elvis Week

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History for August 14 1976 - A charity softball game began for the Community General Hospital in Monticello, NY. The game was eventually called off due to weather after 30 hours. The final score was Gager's Diner's 491 to Bend 'n Elbow Tavern's 467. 1980 - People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) was incorporated. 1984 - Patricia Ann Reagan and Paul Grilley were married on a movie set in California. 1986 - U.S. officials announced that a U.S. Drug Enforcement agent had been abducted, interrogated and tortured by Mexican police. 1987 - Mark McGwire set the record for major league home runs by a rookie when he connected for his 49th home run of the season. 1992 - The U.S. announced that emergency airlifts of food to Somalia would begin. The action was being taken to stop mass deaths due to starvation. 1995 - Shannon Faulkner became the first female cadet in the history of The Citadel, South Carolina's state military college. She quit the school less than a week later. 1997 - William Friedkin received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 1998 - A U.S. federal appeals court in Richmond, VA, ruled that the Food and Drug Administration had no authority to regulate tobacco. The FDA had established rules to make it harder for minors to buy cigarettes. 2000 - Valujet was ordered to pay $11 million in fines and restitution for hazardous waste violations in the crash that killed 110 people in 1996. 2000 - It was announced that Charles Grodin would be joining CBS' "60 Minutes II" as a commentator. ______________________________________________________ "Our whole life is an attempt to discover when our spontaneity is whimsical, sentimental irresponsibility and when it is a valid expression of our deepest desires and values." --Helen Merrell Lynd

Today is...
Left-Handers' Day!

Every year on August 13, we celebrate the 10% of the population that is left-handed. This day is also an opportunity to raise awareness about the needs of left-handed children. 
If you are left-handed, you know that living in a world designed for right-handed people can be quite difficult. Opening doors, writing in spiral notebooks, and using a computer mouse can be awkward and frustrating. Studies have shown that left-handedness is often associated with intellectual creativity. Famous left-handers include Michelangelo, Mozart, Jimi Hendrix, Jim Henson, and 8 of our 44 presidents!
There are several ways you can celebrate Left-Handers’ Day. If you’re left-handed, declare a “lefty zone” around your personal space, where everything must be done left-handed. If you’re a righty, do something nice for your lefty friends. Buy them a left-handed pen or can-opener to make their lives a little easier!

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Today is also National Filet Mignon Day

August is National Goat Cheese Month & National Peach Month & National Water Quality Month

This week is Elvis Week

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History for August 13 1521 - Present day Mexico City was captured by Spanish conqueror Hernando Cortez from the Aztec Indians. 1889 - A patent for a coin-operated telephone was issued to William Gray. 1907 - The first taxicab started on the streets of New York City. 1932 - Adolf Hitler refused to take the post of vice-chancellor of Germany. He said he was going to hold out "for all or nothing." 1942 - Walt Disney's "Bambi" opened at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, NY. 1979 - Lou Brock of the St. Louis Cardinals got his 3,000th career hit. 1994 - It was reported that aspirin not only helps reduce the risk of heart disease, but also helps prevent colon cancer. ______________________________________________________ "We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give." --Winston Churchill

Today is...
International Youth Day!

The purpose of this day is to raise awareness about the state of young people around the globe. It is our opportunity to think about the different problems that the youth of today face, such as malnutrition and disease, and to work together to find solutions. Together, we can make a difference.
In 1999, the General Assembly of the United Nations designated August 12th as International Youth Day. The hope was that people would organize activities on this day that would educate the public about issues that involve youth. The assembly also wanted to promote the World Programme of Action for Youth, which is dedicated to finding solutions to these situations.
Today, check out the events in your neighborhood that are dedicated to this cause. Participate in one or organize your own! Find out more about International Youth Day here.

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Today is also Julienne Fries Day

August is National Goat Cheese Month & National Peach Month & National Water Quality Month

This week is Elvis Week

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History for August 12 1851 - Isaac Singer was issued a patent on the double-headed sewing machine. 1898 - Hawaii was annexed by the U.S. Hawaii was later given territorial status and was given Statehood in 1959. 1953 - The Soviet Union secretly tested its first hydrogen bomb. 1964 - Mickey Mantle set a major league baseball record when he hit home runs from both the left and ride sides of the plate in the same game. 1973 - Jack Nicklaus won his 14th major golf title. The win broke the record that had been held by Bobby Jones for 50 years. ______________________________________________________ "It is not easy to find happiness in ourselves, and it is not possible to find it elsewhere." --Agnes Replier