High-Tech Rides, French Treats, and Perfect Grammar: Happy May 31st! 🚗🍪🗣️

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31 May 2026 on the National Day Calendar®  MAY 31, 2026 | NATIONAL SMILE DAY | NATIONAL AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE DAY | NATIONAL SAVE YOUR HEARING DAY | NECROTIZING FASCIITIS AWARENESS DAY | SPEAK IN COMPLETE SENTENCES DAY | NATIONAL MACAROON DAY | NATIONAL UTAH DAY   Hi Everyone, We have officially reached the final destination of May. To celebrate the occasion, the calendar has delivered a list that demands our full attention, a bit of syntax, and a great big grin. Your May 31st "Grand Finale": The Universal Language: It is National Smile Day! It takes fewer muscles to smile than it does to frown, and it is entirely contagious. Today, share a smile with a stranger, a colleague, or the mirror—it is the ultimate mood booster. The Sweet Delicacy: Indulge your sweet tooth with National Macaroon Day. Whether you prefer the classic, chewy coconut mound or the colorful, delicate French macaron, today is your formal excuse to enjoy a sophisticated little treat. The "Look Ma, No Hands" Future: Happy National Autonomous Vehicle Day. Today, we look ahead at the incredible engineering, software, and technology driving the future of self-driving cars and automated transit. The King of the Canyon: We are tipping our hats to the Beehive State for National Utah Day! From the red rocks of Zion and Bryce Canyon to the snow-capped peaks of the Wasatch Range, today we celebrate one of the most geographically stunning states in the nation. The Linguistic Challenge: Today is Speak in Complete Sentences Day. In a world dominated by text abbreviations, emojis, and fragmented thoughts, we are dedicating today to proper syntax. We shall omit the "LOLs" and the "BRBs" in favor of beautifully structured prose. The Crucial Care: We also observe National Save Your Hearing Day, reminding us to protect our ears in this loud world, and Necrotizing Fasciitis Awareness Day, raising vital education and support for those affected by this rare but serious bacterial infection. The May 31st Challenge: For the next 24 hours, attempt to communicate exclusively in fully formed, grammatically correct sentences. Once you have mastered that task, reward yourself with a delicious coconut macaroon.   Coming on June 1, 2026 National Days NATIONAL SAY SOMETHING NICE DAY NATIONAL GAME SHOW DAY NATIONAL OLIVE DAY NATIONAL NAIL POLISH DAY NATIONAL GO BAREFOOT DAY NATIONAL HEIMLICH MANEUVER DAY NATIONAL HAZELNUT CAKE DAY NATIONAL PEN PAL DAY   MAY 31 | Birthdays and Events Notable Birthdays for May 31 Walt Whitman (1819-1892) - Poet who wrote O Captain! My Captain! Stephen Ramseur (1837-1864) - The youngest West Point graduate to become a Major General (at the time). Emily Bissell (1861-1948) - Founder of Christmas Seals. John Ringling (1866-1936) - Co-founder of the Ringling Brothers Circus. Clint Eastwood (1930-Still Living) - Multi-award-winning actor in films such as the Dirty Harry films, The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976), The Bridges of Madison County (1995), Million Dollar Baby (2004), to name a few. Jay Miner (1932-1994) - Computer scientist often called the "Father of Amiga" who created graphics and audio chips for Atari. Peter Yarrow (1938-2025) - Musician and founder of the 1960s musical group Peter, Paul and Mary. Joe Namath (1943-Still Living) - Considered one of the greatest NFL quarterbacks of all time. Darryl "D.M.C." McDaniels (1964-Still Living) - Rapper and founder of the Run DMC. Brooke Shields (1965-Still Living) - Model and actress.   Memorable Events for May 31 1790 - The Copyright Act of 1790 is enacted, making it the first copyright law. 1870 - Congress passed the first Enforcement Act, outlining the rights of Blacks. 1879- Gilmore's Garden (NY City) is renamed Madison Square Garden after President Madison 1880 - The first bicycle association forms as the League of American Wheelmen. 1885 - John Harvey Kellogg excluded his brother Will Kellogg when he filed  an application for the patent for "flaked cereal, and process of making same." 1893 - The remains of Jefferson Davis are moved from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, at the request of his widow. 1893 - Whitcomb Judson patents a hookless fastener, which later becomes known as the zipper. 1907 - The first taxi service begins in NY City. 1909 - The National Negro Committee (later the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) meets for the first time. 1937 - The first set of quadruplets graduate from college (Baylor University). 1948 - MLB pitcher Tommy Lasorda strikes out 25 Amsterdam Rugmakers in 15 innings. 1955 - The Supreme Court orders district courts and school districts to enforce educational desegregation "at all deliberate speed." 1958 - Dick Dale invents "surf music." 1971 - In accordance with the Uniform Monday Holiday Act (1968), passed by Congress, observation of Memorial Day occurs on the last Monday in May.     Best, Team NDC Visit the full calendar 712 W Main Street ~ Mandan, ND 58554 Visit website  |  Unsubscribe  |  View in browser

Mint Juleps, Mind Power, and a Leaky Bucket: Happy May 30th! 🍹🎨🌱

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30 May 2026 on the National Day Calendar®  MAY 30, 2026 | NATIONAL WATER A FLOWER DAY | NATIONAL CREATIVITY DAY | NATIONAL MINT JULEP DAY | LOOMIS DAY | NATIONAL HOLE IN MY BUCKET DAY   Hi Everyone, Today’s calendar is an open invitation to step outside the box. Whether you are nurturing your garden, mixing a classic drink, or solving a classic nursery rhyme dilemma, today is about keeping ideas flowing. Your May 30th "Creative Spark" Schedule: The Visionary Leap: It is National Creativity Day! Today is all about celebrating the artists, the problem-solvers, the writers, and anyone who looks at a blank canvas and sees potential. It’s a formal reminder that your unique ideas are worth chasing. The Backyard Refresh: Show your garden some love for National Water a Flower Day. As the late-May sun starts heating up, take a few minutes to give your favorite blossoms a refreshing drink. The Southern Classic: Cool down tonight with National Mint Julep Day. The legendary mix of bourbon, fresh mint, sugar, and crushed ice isn't just for the Kentucky Derby—it’s the ultimate refreshing weekend toast. The Puzzle: Celebrate National Hole in My Bucket Day. Inspired by the traditional children's song ("There's a hole in my bucket, dear Liza..."), today is a humorous nod to those circular problems that require a little extra ingenuity to fix. The Tech Pioneer: We also tip our hats on Loomis Day, honoring Mahlon Loomis, the dentist who patented the first wireless telegraphy system back in 1872—paving the way for the wireless world we live in now! The May 30th Challenge: Spend 15 minutes doing something purely creative today (sketch, write, brainstorm), water a plant, and if you happen to find a hole in your bucket... call dear Liza.   Coming on May 31, 2026 National Days NATIONAL SMILE DAY NATIONAL AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE DAY NATIONAL SAVE YOUR HEARING DAY NECROTIZING FASCIITIS AWARENESS DAY SPEAK IN COMPLETE SENTENCES DAY NATIONAL MACAROON DAY NATIONAL UTAH DAY   MAY 30 | Birthdays and Events Notable Birthdays for May 30 Grace Andrews (1869-1951) - Mathematician and one of two women to be listed in the first edition of American Men of Science (1906). James A. Parsons (1900-1989) - Metallurgist and inventor of stainless steel. Mel Blanc (1908-1989) - Voice actor known for his Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoon voices as Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, and Porky Pig. Benny Goodman (1909-1986) - Musician and bandleader nicknamed the "King of Swing." James Whitman McLamore (1926-1996) - Creator of The Whopper (Burger King). Barry Clifford (1945-Still Living) - Underwater explorer who discovered the first verified pirate shipwreck. Candy Lightner (1946-Still Living) - Founder of MADD. Stephen Tobolowsky (1951-Still Living) - Actor often recognized for his role as Ned in Groundhog Day. Kevin Eastman (1962-Still Living) - Illustrator who co-created the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Wynonna Judd (1964-Still Living) - Country music musician and member of the country duo The Judds.   Memorable Events for May 30 1806 - The future President Andrew Jackson kills Charles Dickinson in a duel after Dickinson accused Jackson's wife of bigamy. 1848 - William Young patents an ice cream freezer. 1868 - Decoration Day (now Memorial Day) is observed for the first time in the U.S. 1908 - Congress approves the first federal workmen's compensation law. 1911 - The first Indianapolis 500 ends with Ray Harroun as the first winner of the 500-mile auto race. 1922 - The Lincoln Memorial is dedicated in Washington, D.C. 1942 - The aircraft carrier Yorktown leaves Pearl Harbor. 1958 - The remains of two unidentified American servicemen who were killed in action during World War II and the Korean War are buried at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the Arlington National Cemetery. 1965 - The Viet Cong begins their military offensive against the U.S. base Da Nang.   Best, Team NDC Visit the full calendar 712 W Main Street ~ Mandan, ND 58554 Visit website  |  Unsubscribe  |  View in browser

Paperclips, Portfolios, and Perfect Poultry: Happy May 29th! 📎🍷💰

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29 May 2026 on the National Day Calendar®  MAY 28, 2026 | NATIONAL COQ AU VIN DAY | NATIONAL 529 DAY | NATIONAL PAPERCLIP DAY   Hi Everyone, Today’s calendar is proof that small things can hold big operations together. From the tiny piece of bent wire on your desk to the college fund savings plan, today is about getting organized and eating well. Your May 29th "Holding It Together" List: The Desk Drawer Icon: It is National Paperclip Day! Today, we salute the simple, brilliant piece of bent wire that has kept our paperwork organized for over a century. It’s a great day to appreciate the low-tech solutions that still work perfectly in a high-tech world. The Smart Investment: Happy National 529 Day. Named after Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code, today focuses on the importance of saving for future education costs. Whether for children, grandchildren, or yourself, it’s a great day to look into these tax-advantaged investment plans. The Gourmet Dinner: Elevate your Friday night menu with National Coq Au Vin Day. This classic French dish features chicken braised slowly in rich red wine, lardons, mushrooms, and garlic. It sounds fancy, but it is the ultimate comfort food for a cozy evening. The May 29th Challenge: Organize one cluttered stack of papers on your desk with a trusty paperclip, and consider pouring a glass of red wine tonight—even if you aren't cooking a whole chicken in it.   Coming on May 30, 2026 National Days NATIONAL WATER A FLOWER DAY NATIONAL CREATIVITY DAY NATIONAL MINT JULEP DAY LOOMIS DAY NATIONAL HOLE IN MY BUCKET DAY   MAY 29 | Birthdays and Events Famous Birthdays People born on May 29     Patrick Henry Born: May 29, 1736 Died: June 6, 1799 The first Governor of Virginia and the founder of the country, who famously said: "Give me liberty or give me death."   Ebenezer Butterick Born: May 29, 1826 Died: March 31, 1903 Inventor of the tissue paper dress pattern.     Bob Hope Born: May 29, 1903 Died: July 27, 2003 Comedic actor and entertainer whose career spanned nearly 80 years. He gained several achievements and awards throughout his career.     John F. Kennedy Born: May 29, 1917 Died: November 22, 1963 The 35th President of the U.S. He was the youngest person elected president, at 43 years.     Bob Simon Born: May 29, 1941 Died: February 11, 2015 60-Minute journalist known for his extensive reporting over a 47-year career, earning more than 40 major awards. During his career, he covered 67 countries during crisis and war, including the withdrawal of American troops from Vietnam, the Israeli–Lebanese Conflict (1982), and Tiananmen Square (1989).     Sylvester Magee Born: May 29, 1941 Died: October 15, 1971 Sylvester Magee was the last living American slave, said to have been 130 years old at his death. He was born in North Carolina to two enslaved people named Ephraim and Jeanette, also slaves. At the age of 19, he was purchased at a slave market in Enterprise, Mississippi, by Hugh Magee, the owner of a plantation in Covington County, Mississippi.     Rebbie Jackson Born: May 29, 1950 Maureen Reillette "Rebbie" Jackson-Brown is a singer and the oldest sibling of the Jackson family. She performed in the early years of the Jacksons, until the group moved to the all-male group the Jackson 5.     Annette Bening Born: May 29, 1958 Multi-award-winning actress with credits in The Grifters (1990), American Beauty (1999), and Apples Never Fall (2024).   Historical Events on May 29 Events that occurred on May 29 throughout history     1677 The Treaty of Middle Plantation establishes peace between colonists and local Native Americans. The Treaty of Middle Plantation establishes peace between the Virginia colonists and local Native Americans, prohibiting English Settlers from planting or building within 3-miles of any Indigenous "town". The treaty included leaders of the Nottoway, Appomattox, Weyanoke, Nansemond, and other regional tribes.   1787 James Madison and Edmund Randolph proposed a national government with three branches. The Virginia Plan (James Madison and Edmund Randolph) proposes a national government with three branches - legislative, executive, and judicial.   1790 Rhode Island becomes the last of the original 13 colonies to ratify the Constitution. Rhode Island becomes the last of the original 13 colonies to ratify the Constitution after rejecting it seven times. The state feared that joining the union would strip its control over trade and impose unwanted federal taxes.   1848 Wisconsin becomes the 30th state to join the Union. Wisconsin became the 30th state in the U.S. in 1848, almost two years after the territory was formed.   1849 President Lincoln says his most famous quote. President Lincoln says his famous quote: "You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you can not fool all of the people all of the time."   1851 Sojourner Truth delivers her famous Ain't I a Woman? speech. Black activist Sojourner Truth delivers her famous Ain't I a Woman? Speech in Akron, OH.   1861 Dorothea Dix set up hospitals for the injured Union Army soldiers. Dorothea Dix set up hospitals for the injured Union Army soldiers. Appointed as Superintendent of Women Nurses for the Union Army, Dix became the first woman to serve in such a high-capacity, federally appointed role. She established temporary emergency hospitals, processed and deployed nurses, and organized the distribution of supplies to critical locations.   1886 The first Coca-Cola advertisement appeared in The Atlanta Journal. The first Coca-Cola advertisement appeared in The Atlanta Journal. Originally developed as a medicinal tonic, the product was initially marketed it as "Pemberton's French Wine Coca."   1912 Curtis Publishing fires 15 young women for dancing the Turkey Trot. Curtis Publishing (PA) fires 15 young women for dancing the Turkey Trot. This ragtime-era dance was very controversial and considered immoral by the Vatican.   1916 The official flag of the President of the U.S. has been adopted. The official flag of the President of the U.S. has been adopted. The design consists of the Eagle, Olive Branch, Arrows, Shield, and Stars.   1919 Charles Strite files a patent for an automatic pop-up toaster. Charles Strite files a patent for an automatic pop-up toaster. His invention used a mechanical timer to shut off the heating elements and springs to automatically eject the toast, preventing it from burning. Before this, bread had to be flipped by hand and manually removed when ready.   1932 World War I veterans gather in Washington, D.C., to request cash bonuses promised to them. World War I veterans gather in Washington, D.C., to request cash bonuses promised to them to be paid in 1945. Poverty during the Great Depression prompted veterans to seek their payout to feed their families.   1979 The first rock radio network premieres in the U.S. The first rock radio network, The Source, premieres in the U.S., aimed towards young adults. The station provided a mix of rock music and contemporary news.   2001 The Supreme Court ruled that a disabled golfer can use a cart to ride in tournaments. The Supreme Court ruled that disabled golfer Casey Martin could use a cart to ride in tournaments. The Court agreed with Martin's argument that the core essence of golf is hitting a ball into a hole with precision and not physical endurance or walking.   2004 The National World War II Memorial is dedicated in Washington, D.C. The National World War II Memorial is dedicated in Washington, D.C. The memorial took 11 years to complete and pays tribute to the service and sacrifice of America’s World War II generation.   2015 The One World Observatory at One World Trade Center opens. The One World Observatory at One World Trade Center opens in Lower Manhattan, New York City. The One World Trade Center is the tallest building in the U.S. and has the same name as the North Tower of the original World Trade Center, which was destroyed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.   Peace, Team NDC Visit the full calendar 712 W Main Street ~ Mandan, ND 58554 Visit website  |  Unsubscribe  |  View in browser