Dance enthusiasts, get ready to groove! 💃🕺 Our mini series proudly presents a new episode celebrating International Dance Day in all its rhythmic glory! 🎉 Join hosts Marlo Anderson and Latoya Johnson as they explore various dance styles, from classic ballroom to contemporary hip-hop. Get ready for a toe-tapping journey filled with energy, excitement, and plenty of dance floor magic! Watch Now!
NATIONAL KIDS AND PETS DAY
National Kids and Pets Day on April 26th raises awareness of the importance of picking the right pet for children at the right time. It's an important decision that can lead to a lifetime of bonding between pet and child. Read more...
NATIONAL DISSERTATION DAY
National Dissertation Day on April 26th creates an annual reminder to continuing education students to maintain their focus and complete the pinnacle of their education. Read more...
NATIONAL HISTORIC MARKER DAY
Historic markers all across the nation provide a glimpse into the past and preserve history for future generations. On the last Friday in April each year, National Historic Marker Day invites volunteers and communities to come together to maintain their markers. Unfortunately, weather and time take their toll on these small monuments to history. By working together, we not only ensure these markers tell the stories to future generations, but we also take the opportunity to celebrate the history and culture they preserve. Read more...
NATIONAL HELP A HORSE DAY
National Help a Horse Day on April 26th each year encourages horse lovers and advocates to join forces and protect abused and neglected horses. The day raises awareness of the need for horse sanctuaries and rescues. Read more...
NATIONAL HAIRBALL AWARENESS DAY
Cat lovers have all been there. That onerous sound their cat makes when a hairball is on the rise. On the last Friday in April, National Hairball Awareness Day draws attention to a problem many cat lovers face. Read more...
NATIONAL PRETZEL DAY
National Pretzel Day on April 26th recognizes one of America's favorite snacks. A bag of nice crunchy, salty pretzels or a big, warm, soft, cinnamon pretzel is the question of the day. Either one is an excellent choice. Read more...
NATIONAL SOUTH DAKOTA DAY
On April 26, National South Dakota Day recognizes the 40th state to join the union. The state is bordered by six states including Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Wyoming, Montana, and its northern cousin, North Dakota. Read more...
NATIONAL RICHTER SCALE DAY
National Richter Scale Day on April 26th each year honors the birth of the Richter Scale inventor, Charles F. Richter (April 26, 1900 – September 30, 1985). Read more...
NATIONAL AUDUBON DAY
On April 26th each year, National Audubon Day honors the birth of John James Audubon (April 26, 1785 – January 27, 1851). Read more...
NATIONAL ARBOR DAY
Trees afford us many pleasures. In the spring, their buds let us know warmer weather is on the way. Their summer leaves provide ample shade on a hot day. Have you ever joyfully jumped into a pile of crisp colorful leaves in the fall? And in the winter, tree branches offer shelter to wildlife for our viewing pleasure. Each year in April, National Arbor Day encourages us to celebrate and plant trees. The observance takes place each year on the last Friday in April. Read more...
On Deck for April 27, 2024
National Days
NATIONAL PRIME RIB DAY
NATIONAL GUMMI BEAR DAY
NATIONAL FIRST LADIES DAY
NATIONAL DEVIL DOG DAY
NATIONAL POOL OPENING DAY
NATIONAL KISS OF HOPE DAY
CELEBRATE TRAILS DAY
NATIONAL BABE RUTH DAY
NATIONAL REBUILDING DAY
NATIONAL SENSE OF SMELL DAY
INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE DAY
NATIONAL TELL A STORY DAY
April 26th Celebrated History
1892
The United States Patent Office issued patent no. 473,653 to Sarah Boone for her invention of an ironing board. While not the first, her unique, padded design was curved to make ironing sleeves easier.
1941
If organ music and baseball games go together like kids and candy, then you can thank the Chicago Cubs. During their home game against the St. Louis Cardinals, an organ player filled Wrigley Field with music before the game. While it may have been entertaining, the warm-up music seemed to have benefited the Cardinals as they took home the win 8-5.
1986
One of Chernobyl's four reactors at its nuclear plant in Pripet, Russia exploded.
April 26th Celebrated Birthdays
John James Audubon - 1785
The American ornithologist, naturalist, and artist is known as the founding father of American birding. His works inspired the organization of the National Audubon Society, dedicated to the conservation and preservation birds and the habitats where they live.
Frederick Law Olmsted - 1822
Frederick Law Olmsted designed and preserved numerous grand parks and green spaces across the United States and is considered the father of landscape architecture. With an artist's eye, he created spaces where neighborhoods and entire communities continue to relax and enjoy today. Not only have they stood the test of time, but the urban spaces have also flourished. Olmsted also impacted natural spaces, believing strongly places like Yosemite Valley and Niagra Falls should be preserved for their beauty and never be held privately.
Gertrude "Ma" Rainey - 1886
The Mother of Blues beguiled audiences with songs like "I Ain't Got Nobody" and "A Good Man is Hard to Find."
Charles Richter - 1900
Richter was an American seismologist and physicist most famous as the inventor of the Richter magnitude scale, which quantified the size of earthquakes.
Melania Trump - 1970
The 27th First Lady of the United States was born in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, making her the second First Lady born outside the United States. In 2006, Lady Trump became a naturalized citizen. She focused on improving children's lives with her Be Best program during her time as First Lady.
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