Hi Everyone,
We hope you had a refreshing weekend! We’re kicking off the week with a "Power List" of holidays that celebrate the everyday heroes who keep our world moving—and the sweet rewards they deserve.
Here is your April 28th "Hero" Guide:
The Caped Crusaders: It is National Superhero Day! Whether they wear a cape in a comic book or a scrubs/uniform in real life, today is about honoring those who swoop in to save the day. Who is your personal superhero?
The Steering Wheel Stars: Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. These folks are the first and last friendly faces many kids see every day, navigating traffic and noise with total patience. If you see a yellow bus today, give 'em a wave!
The Heart of Gold: It’s National Bravehearts Day, dedicated to the bravest kids battling pediatric cancer. It’s a day to celebrate their strength and the "bravehearts" of the healthcare workers and families supporting them.
The Sweet Slice: After all that heroism, you need fuel. It’s National Blueberry Pie Day! Whether it’s got a lattice crust or a crumble top, it’s the official dessert of the day.
The Spoken Word: Finally, it’s Great Poetry Reading Day. Take a moment to read a verse out loud. There’s something about the rhythm of a good poem that resets the brain better than a cup of coffee.
The April 28th Challenge: Be someone’s superhero today—even if it just means holding the door or sending a supportive text. Then, treat yourself to a slice of blueberry pie.
Coming on April 29, 2026
National Days
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY
STOP FOOD WASTE DAY
NATIONAL PEACE ROSE DAY
NATIONAL SHRIMP SCAMPI DAY
NATIONAL ZIPPER DAY
Notable Birthdays for April 29
Lorado Taft (1860-1936) - Sculptor who created some of the most monumental sculptures which include the Fountain of Time, Spirit of the Great Lakes, and The Eternal Indian.
William Randolph Hearst (1863-1951) - Founder of the Hearst Corporation.
Harold Urey (1893-1981) - Chemist who was a pioneer in the study of isotopes.
Edward "Duke" Ellington (1899-1974) - Musician fondly remembered for his It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing).
Tom Ewell (1909-1994) - Actor fondly remembered for his role as Richard Sherman in The Seven Year Itch (1955).
Iwao Takamoto (1925-2007) - Animator for Cinderella (1950), Lady and the Tramp (1955), and designer of the character Scooby-Doo and Astro.
Betsy Ancker-Johnson (1927-2020) - Physicist and inventor (high-frequency signal generator).
Carl Gardner (1928-2011) - Singer and founder of The Coasters.
Willie Nelson (1933-Still Living) - Country music legend.
Tommy James (1947-Still Living) - Singer of the song Crimson and Clover.
Jake Burton Carpenter (1954-2019) - One of the inventors of the modern day snowboard.
Jerry Seinfeld (1954-Still Living) - Comedian and actor.
Michelle Pfeiffer (1958-Still Living) - Multi-award winning actress.
Eve Plumb (1958-Still Living) - Actress who played Jan in the sitcom the Brady Bunch.
Marc Randolph (1958-Still Living) - Co-founder of Netflix.
Memorable Events for April 29
1813 - Jacob Hummel receives the first rubber patent.
1845 - Macon Allen and Robert Morris Jr become the first Black Americans to open a law practice in the U.S.
1945 - U.S. military liberates 31,601 prisoners at the Dachau concentration camp.
1945 - Desmond Doss saves 75 wounded soldiers in the Battle of Okinawa at Hacksaw Ridge.
1953 - The first experimental 3D broadcast shows on the ABC sitcom Space Patrol.
1974 - President Nixon announces the release of edited transcripts of White House tape recordings relating to the Watergatescandal.
2004 - The final Oldsmobile is built (Lansing, MI), ending 107 years of production.
A Quick Thought: We’ve been called "brave" (and maybe a few other things!) for changing up our style lately. But just like a superhero origin story, every great journey starts with a bit of a shake-up. We’re glad you’re here for the adventure!
Best,
Team NDC
