FATHER'S DAY
Father's Day falls on the third Sunday in June to honor the role fathers play in the family structure and society. This day recognizes not just fathers, but the father figures in our lives. Read on...
NATIONAL TURKEY LOVERS' DAY
National Turkey Lovers' Day on the third Sunday in June asks us to make room for turkey on the menu this summer. Turkey adds to the fast and fresh convenience for consumers who love the option for its healthy lean protein and tasty flavor. Discover more about this Founded Day...
NATIONAL MEGALODON DAY
National Megalodon Day on June 15 teaches us about the most massive shark that ever lived! The Megalodon swam the Earth's oceans for 20 million years during the Cenozoic Era. Their mouths spanned 8 to 11 feet wide and were filled with rows of sharp teeth. With a bite force of over 40,000 pounds per square inch, a maximum weight of over 60 tons, and serrated teeth measuring near 7 inches, their prey did not stand a chance. This Celebration must be followed up on...
NATIONAL BIG BOY DAY
National Big Boy Day on June 15 pays tribute to the iconic double decker burger and honors the creator of this American culinary delight, Bob Wian. Join us as we explore the creation of this delicious food holiday, learn about the vision of the man behind Big Boy Restaurants, and commemorate the founding of Big Boy Restaurants, too. That is a big sandwich...
NATIONAL FOAM PARTY DAY
Today is June 15 and we thought we would celebrate by throwing the newest, cleanest, and coolest party for National Foam Party Day! Imagine, a mountain of refreshing foam in your backyard piled six feet high! Read more...
NATIONAL SMILE POWER DAY
On June 15 we smile on National Smile Power Day in hopes our smile makes another person smile who makes another person smile. Learn more...
NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY DAY
June 15 is Nature Photography Day as a day for nature lovers and photographers to capture the breath-taking beauty and encourage others to see the wonders of our natural Earth. Join us and the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA), along with millions of photographers and photography lovers, as we share our appreciation of nature through photography. More right here...
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Notable Birthdays for June 15
Rachel Jackson (1767-1828) - Wife of President Andrew Jackson (7th President of the U.S.) who died a few days before his inauguration, preventing her from becoming the First Lady.
Josiah Henson (1789-1883) - Former slave who founded of a laborers school for fugitive slaves.
Margaret Abbott (1878-1955) - Amateur golfer who became the first American woman to win an Olympic event (1900 Summer Olympics in golf).
Bernice Gera (1931-1992) - The first woman umpire in pro baseball.
Waylon Jennings (1937-2002) - Country music singer/songwriter.
Ward Connerly (1939-Still Living) - Founder of the American Civil Rights Institute.
John Horner (1946-Still Living) - Paleontologist who provided the first clear evidence that some dinosaurs cared for their young (Maiasaura).
Jim Belushi (1954-Still Living) - Actor and brother of John Belushi.
Courteney Cox (1964-Still Living) - Actress who is recognizable for her role as Monica on the sitcom Friends.
Memorable Events for June 15
1752 (est. year) - Ben Franklin prove that lightning is electricity.
1804 - Congress ratifies the 12th Amendment of the Constitution, establishing the procedure for electing the President and Vice President.
1836 - Arkansas becomes the 25th state to join the Union.
1844 - Charles Goodyear receives a patent for vulcanization of rubber (strengthening process).
1864 - Arlington National Cemetery is established.
1864 - Congress legalizes equal pay for Black soldiers in the military.
1907 - Researcher George Soper publishes the name of Mary Mallon (Typhoid Mary) as the cause of the recent typhoid outbreaks in the New York area.
1916 - President Wilson signs a bill incorporating the Boy Scouts of America.
1921 - Bessie Coleman becomes the first Black Woman and Native American to earn her pilot license.
1934 - The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is founded.
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