NATIONAL STOP BULLYING DAY
National Stop Bullying Day on the second Wednesday in October brings together students, faculty, and parents to end bullying. Read more...
NATIONAL CURVES DAY
National Curves Day on the second Wednesday in October recognizes plus-sized women and men all across the country. Read more...
NATIONAL EMERGENCY NURSE'S DAY
National Emergency Nurse's Day on the second Wednesday in October recognizes the dedication of ER nurses across the nation and it takes place during Emergency Nurses Week. We take this day to say "thank you" to the emergency room nurses for their hard work, dedication, service, and commitment. Read more...
BRING YOUR TEDDY BEAR TO WORK/SCHOOL DAY
National Bring Your Teddy Bear to Work/School Day on the second Wednesday in October provides a day to cuddle up with a sweet childhood toy. The best part of this National Day is you get to do it at work! Read more...
NATIONAL TAKE YOUR PARENTS TO LUNCH DAY
National Take Your Parents to Lunch Day on the second Wednesday in October encourages students to invite their parents to lunch. Parents will visit their children's school during this event and have a meal with them in the school cafeteria. Read more...
NATIONAL MOLDY CHEESE DAY
National Moldy Cheese Day is a unique holiday that is observed each year on October 9 that celebrates delicious cheeses. Read more...
PANS/PANDAS AWARENESS DAY
PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day on October 9 sets out to increase research, education and support to those affected by Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndromes (PANS) and Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS). Read more...
NATIONAL PRO-LIFE CUPCAKE DAY
On October 9, National Pro-Life Cupcake Day encourages open dialogue about an emotionally charged topic and an exchange of cupcakes to ease the conversation. Read more...
On Deck for October 10, 2024
National Days
NATIONAL HANDBAG DAY
NATIONAL WALK TO A PARK DAY
NATIONAL CAKE DECORATING DAY
NATIONAL ANGEL FOOD CAKE DAY
NATIONAL METRIC DAY
October 9th Celebrated History
1855
Joshua C. Stoddard obtains patent No. 13,668 for his invention of the steam calliope. The Worcester, MA inventor equipped the "steam organ" with whistles and when steam was forced through them, they played a note. He later added a keyboard. The musical instrument became associated with riverboats and carnivals, particularly on the carousels.
1911
The American distiller who founded Jack Daniel's distillery dies. Born Jasper Newton Daniel, he is best known for his Tennessee whiskey. Daniels learned to make moonshine at a young age and founded the Jack Daniels Distillery in 1875.
1933
The Draconid meteor shower surprised Europe with a short but intense display. Caused by the passing of the Giacobini-Zinner comet leaving debris in its 6.6-year orbital path, the comet's displays vary depending on where the Earth is in relation to the comet's debris path. In 2020, the comet returns, but whether it will be a display of hundreds of meteors an hour or just a few remains to be seen.
1936
The Boulder Dam, later named Hoover Dam, starts its first generator.
1946
The Simmons Company begins selling electric blankets. Based out of Petersburg, VA, the manufacturer's ads tout the product as the "New Way to Better Sleep!" The blanket connected to a control device that users set on their bedside table. The price? $39.50.
1962
Dr. Nick Holonyak, Jr. demonstrated the first visible-spectrum light-emitting diode (LED) in Syracuse, NY.
1991
London's Royal Albert Hall hosted the first sumo wrestling tournament held off of Japanese soil in the 1500 year history of the sport.
2009
Data from the Lunar CRater Observation and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS) detects water on the moon for the first time.
October 9th Celebrated Birthdays
Mary Ann Shadd - 1823
The abolitionist and journalist was a woman of many firsts. Using her skill, she published the first African American newspaper, The Provincial Freemen. As a result, she was the first African American woman to become an editor. Shadd's other achievements included a law degree and establishing a school for all races of children.
Betty Evans Grayson - 1925
The young softball player turned professional in 1949, pitching 51 no-hitters and three perfect games in the National Girls Baseball League.
Joan Berger - 1933
The right-handed infielder was a batting powerhouse in the All American Girls Professional Baseball League. In her fourth and last season with the Rockford Peaches, she had a batting average of .280. That year in the MLB the league batting average was .261.
Sir Peter Mansfield - 1933
The Nobel Prize-winning physicist pursued his Ph.D. in science following his military service. Along with Charles Slichter, he advanced nuclear medicine with the development of the MRI.
Rocky Aoki - 1938
The one-time wrestler and restaurateur founded the Japanese restaurant, Benihana, in 1964. The restaurant is also the founder of National Fried Rice Day.
John Lennon - 1940
The founder and co-lead vocalist of the Beatles would later become a peace activist. Married to Yoko Ono, he shares a birthday with his son Sean. In 1980, Lennon was assassinated by Mark David Chapman.
Brian Lamb - 1941
In 1979, the American journalist founded the non-profit television network Cable-Satellite Public Affairs Network (C-SPAN). The network offers a live feed of federal government proceedings and public affairs programming.
Nona Hendryx - 1944
The now solo artist and producer was once part of the girl trio which included Patti LaBelle and Sarah Dash. In the late 60s and 70s, the group rose to fame with hit songs such as "Lady Marmalade" and "What Can I Do For You." They were also the opening act for groups such as The Who and The Rolling Stones. After the trio broke up, Hendryx went on to a successful solo and producing career.
Mike Singletary - 1958
Singletary played 12 years with the Chicago Bears. The linebacker would continue his NFL career when he joined the coaching staff of the Baltimore Ravens. He would later coach for other teams, too, such as the San Francisco 49ers, Minnesota Vikings, and Los Angeles Rams.
Guillermo del Toro - 1964
The director, producer, and screenwriter rose up through the ranks of Hollywood with films such as Labyrinth, Hellboy, and The Shape of Water.
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