Hi Everyone,
We’ve reached the 12th, and the calendar is not holding back. From the peak of Mount Washington to the aisles of your favorite vinyl shop, here is what’s happening today:
- The GOAT of Sandwiches: It is National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day. Whether you keep it classic with American cheese or get fancy with brie and fig jam, today is the day to achieve that perfect golden-brown crunch.
- The High Velocity: Hold onto your hats for National Big Wind Day. This day commemorates the highest natural wind speed ever recorded on the surface of the Earth—a staggering 231 mph on Mount Washington in 1934!
- The Analog Vibe: It’s National Record Store Day. In a world of digital streaming, take a moment to appreciate the art of the album cover and the warmth of a needle hitting vinyl. Support your local shop if you can!
- The 12/12 Connection: Happy National For Twelves Day! On 4/12, we celebrate the "12s"—from the 12th man in sports fans to the number of items in a dozen. It’s a day for the power of the group!
- The Sweet & Polarizing: It is National Licorice Day. Whether you are Team Red or Team Black (or Team "Absolutely Not"), it’s time to settle the score on this classic candy.
- The Colorful State: Cheers to the Centennial State for National Colorado Day! From the Rockies to the Red Rocks, we’re celebrating everything that makes Colorado iconic.
- The Solo Star: Happy National Only Child Day! No siblings to compete with for the last grilled cheese today—enjoy being the center of the universe.
The April 12th Challenge: Turn up a record, grab a grilled cheese, and try to stay upright in the "Big Wind."
Quick Poll: Black Licorice... delicious treat or a trick? Reply and let us know where you stand!
Coming on April 13, 2026
National Days
NATIONAL SCRABBLE DAY
NATIONAL MAKE LUNCH COUNT DAY
NATIONAL PEACH COBBLER DAY
NATIONAL THOMAS JEFFERSON DAY
NATIONAL BORINQUENEERS DAY
Notable Birthdays for April 12
Lyman Hall (1724-1790) - Founding Father and signer of the Declaration of Independence.
John Shaw Billings (1838-1913) - Surgeon who modernized the U.S. Army Library of the Surgeon General's Office.
Frederic G. Melcher (1879-1963) - Founder of Children's Book Week.
Imogen Cunningham (1883-1976) - Famous photographer known for her botanical photography and industrial landscapes.
Robert Lee Scott, Jr. (1908-2006) - WWII Flying Ace.
Beverly Cleary (1916-2021) - Famous children's author who wrote Henry Huggins and Ramona and Her Mother.
Benjamin Libet (1916-2007) - Neuropsychologist who is considered one of the early pioneers in the study of human consciousness.
Curtis Turner (1924-1970) - Auto racer who ran 184 NASCAR races over 17 years, wining 17 titles.
Evelyn Berezin (1925-2018) - Computer scientist and engineer who created the first word processor and the first airline reservation system.
Herbert Butros Khaury (1932-1996) - Singer also known as "Tiny Tim" who sang Tiptoe Through the Tulips.
Frank Bank (1942-2013) - Actor best known for his role as Lumpy in Leave it to Beaver.
David Letterman (1947-Still Living) - Comedian and talk show host of the Late Night with David Letterman (NBC) and then Late Show with David Letterman (CBS).
Carol Ross Barney (1949-Still Living) - The first woman architect to design a federal building.
David Cassidy (1950-2017) - Lead singer of The Partridge Family.
Shannen Doherty (1971-2024) - Actress with primary roles in in Little House on the Prairie, Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed.
Memorable Events for April 12
1858 - Michael J Phelan wins the first 1st U.S. billiards championship.
1877 - The catcher's mask is used for the first time in a baseball game.
1892 - George C Blickensderfer patents the first portable typewriter.
1938 - New York becomes the first state to require medical tests for marriage licenses.
1945 - President Roosevelt dies in office and VP Truman becomes President.
1955 - The polio vaccine is declared safe and effective.
Best,
The NDC Team
