Siblings, Self-Love, and Sweet Rolls: Your April 10th National Day Guide

Welcome To Great Celebration Ideas  APRIL 10, 2026 | NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY | NATIONAL ERASE SELF-NEGATIVITY DAY | ENCOURAGE A YOUNG WRITER DAY | NATIONAL FARM ANIMALS DAY | NATIONAL CINNAMON CRESCENT DAY Hi Everyone,   We’ve reached April 10th, and today’s themes are all about nurturing—our relationships, our mindset, and even the next generation of talent.   Here’s your celebration roadmap for today:     The Family Connection: It’s National Siblings Day! Whether they are your best friend or the person who used to steal your clothes, give your brothers or sisters a shout-out. No siblings? Today is the perfect day to celebrate those "chosen family" friends who have been with you through thick and thin.     The Mental Reset: Today is National Erase Self-Negativity Day. We are often our own harshest critics. Today’s mission is simple: every time a "self-burn" or a doubt pops into your head, consciously replace it with a win. Be as kind to yourself as you would be to a friend.     The Creative Spark: It’s Encourage a Young Writer Day. Know a kid with a big imagination or a teen who’s always journaling? Send them a quick note of encouragement. A few words of praise today could be the reason they write a masterpiece tomorrow.     The Barnyard Shout-out: Happy National Farm Animals Day! From the hardworking honeybee to the classic dairy cow, today we appreciate the animals that keep our food systems moving. (It’s also a great excuse to watch a few funny goat videos for a "mental health" break!)     The Pastry Prize: Finally, celebrate National Cinnamon Crescent Day. There is nothing quite like the smell of cinnamon and warm dough. Whether you bake them from a tube or grab one from the bakery, it’s the official snack of the day.     The April 10th Challenge: Send a text to a sibling, a compliment to yourself, and a word of praise to a young writer. You’ll hit three national days before lunch!   How are you planning to celebrate today?   Coming on April 11, 2026 National Days NATIONAL PET DAY NATIONAL LIVING DONOR DAY NATIONAL CHEESE FONDUE DAY NATIONAL BARBERSHOP QUARTET DAY DONATE LIFE BLUE & GREEN DAY NATIONAL SUBMARINE DAY NATIONAL EIGHT-TRACK TAPE DAY NATIONAL DAY OF SILENCE   Notable Birthdays for April 10   Frances Perkins (1880-1965) - The first woman to hold a cabinet-level position.   Johnny Hayes (1886-1965) - Olympic gold medalist who contributed to the growth of long-distance running in the U.S.   Arnold Orville Beckman (1900-2004) - Chemist and inventor of the pH meter.   Paul Sweezy (1910-2004) - Founder of the Monthly Review magazine.   Harry Morgan (1915-2011) - Actor fondly remembered for his role as Colonel Sherman Potter in M.A.S.H.   John Houbolt (1919-2014) - NASA engineer who lead the lunar orbit rendezvous (LOR) mission mode team, whose concept was used to land on the moon.   Junior Samples (1926-1983) - Comedian on the t.v. series Hee Haw.   Wesley A Clark (1927-2016) - Designed the personal computer (LINC).   Dolores Huerta (1930-Still Living) - Co-founder of the United Farm Workers.   John Madden (1936-2021) - Pro Football HOFer player and coach and sports newscaster.    Steven Seagal (1952-Still Living) - Actor and martial artist in Above the Law and Hard to Kill.   Steve Bisciotti (1960-Still Living) - Co-founder of the Allegis Group recruiting agency.   Katrina Leskanich (1960-Still Living) - Former lead singer of Katrina and the Waves.   Warren DeMartini (1963-Still Living) - Lead guitarist of the rock band Ratt.   Mandy Moore (1984-Still Living) - Actor in Walk to Remember.   Memorable Events for April 10   1861 - Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is established by William Barton Rogers in Massachusetts.   1866 - The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is founded in New York City by Henry Bergh.[9]   1887 - On Easter Sunday, Pope Leo XIII authorizes the establishment of the Catholic University of America.   1916 - The Professional Golfers' Association of America (PGA) is created in New York City.   1925 - The Great Gatsby is published by F. Scott Fitzgerald.   1939 - Alcoholics Anonymous "Big Book" is first published.   All the Best, The NDC Team View email in your browser.  712 W Main Street ~ Mandan, ND 58554 Manage Subscriptions

Unicorns, Antiques, and Sir Winston: It’s April 9th!

We Provide Ideas You Can Use To Celebrate  APRIL 9, 2026 | NATIONAL CHICKEN LITTLE AWARENESS DAY | NATIONAL FORMER PRISONER OF WAR RECOGNITION DAY | NATIONAL CHERISH AN ANTIQUE DAY | NATIONAL ALCOHOL SCREENING DAY | NATIONAL CHINESE ALMOND COOKIE DAY | NATIONAL WINSTON CHURCHILL DAY | NATIONAL NAME YOURSELF DAY | NATIONAL UNICORN DAY The celebration streak continues! Next up, the National Days are all about legendary figures, hidden treasures, and a touch of fantasy.   Here is how you can celebrate those you find interesting:   The Legend: It is National Winston Churchill Day. We honor the legendary British Prime Minister on the anniversary of the day he was made an honorary U.S. citizen in 1963. Take a moment to read one of his famous quotes today—his wit was as sharp as his leadership.   The Hidden Treasure: Happy National Cherish an Antique Day! Today is about the stories behind the old items in your home. Whether it's a family heirloom passed down through generations or a unique find from a thrift store, give it a little extra polish and appreciation.   The Sweet Treat: Celebrate National Chinese Almond Cookie Day! These delicate, crunchy cookies are a symbol of good luck. They are the perfect accompaniment to your afternoon tea or coffee break.    The Fantasy Vibe: It’s National Unicorn Day! Lean into the "Extra Celestial" trend with something holographic or sparkly. Whether it's colorful treats or just a bit of glitter, today is for embracing the magical and the imaginative.    The New Identity: Feeling like a change? It’s National Name Yourself Day. Today is your chance to try out a new pseudonym or alias—just for the fun of it! (Fun fact: Directors who wanted to disown a project used the name "Alan Smithee" for decades!)   The Moment of Reflection: On a more serious note, it is National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day and National Alcohol Screening Day. Today, we honor the courage of those who have served and remind ourselves of the importance of health and mindfulness.    The Awareness Note: Finally, it's National Chicken Little Awareness Day. This is a lighthearted reminder not to let "the sky is falling" mentality get the best of you. Keep your head up and stay focused on the facts!   Coming on April 10, 2026 National Days NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY NATIONAL ERASE SELF-NEGATIVITY DAY ENCOURAGE A YOUNG WRITER DAY NATIONAL FARM ANIMALS DAY NATIONAL CINNAMON CRESCENT  DAY    Notable Birthdays for April 9   Jacques Futrelle (1875-1912) - Mystery writer who died on the Titanic.    Frank King (1883-1996) - Cartoonist who created the comic strip Gasoline Alley.   Curly Lambeau (1898-1965) - Former NFL player and co-founder of the Green Bay Packers.   Gregory Pincus (1903-1967) - Co-inventor of the birth control pill.   J. Presper Eckert (1919-1995) - Engineer who co-invented the ENIAC, the first general-purpose electronic digital computer.   Mary Jackson (1921-2005) - NASA's first Black female engineer.   Art Kane (1925-1995) - Famous music photographer who created portraits of Bob Dylan, Sonny and Cher, Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, the Rolling Stones and The Who.   Jim Fowler (1930-2019) - Zoologist and host of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom.   Michael Learned (1939-Still Living) - Actress who played Olivia Walton on The Waltons.   Dennis Quaid (1954-Still Living) - Multi-award winning actor in films, such as The Right Stuff (1983), The Parent Trap (1998), Far from Heaven (2002), and Lawmen: Bass Reeves (2023).   Marc Jacobs (1963-Still Living) - Famous fashion designer.   Memorable Birthdays for April 9   1833 - The first tax-supported public library opens in Peterborough, NH.   1909 - The Congress passes the Payne–Aldrich Tariff Act, raising tariffs on goods entering the U.S.   1939 - The Daughters of the American Revolution deny Marian Anderson entry to Constitutional Hall to perform a concert. She performs on the Lincoln Memorial instead.   1941 - The Golf Hall of Fame is established.   1945 - The U.S. Atomic Energy Commission is formed.   1950 - Bob Hope makes his first television appearance. View email in your browser.  712 W Main Street ~ Mandan, ND 58554 Manage Subscriptions