NATIVE AMERICAN DAY
On the second Monday in October, we pause to honor the deep roots, rich cultures, and enduring spirit of the first peoples of this land. Native American Day is a vibrant celebration of the history, contributions, and resilience of Native American tribes across the nation. #NativeAmericanDay
NATIONAL ONLINE BANK DAY
On the second Monday in October, National Online Bank Day reminds us we don't have to take it to the bank to get it to the bank. The day celebrates the advantages offered by online banks. #OnlineBankDay
NAVY BIRTHDAY
On October 13th, the United States Navy observes its birthday every year. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NAVY! #NavyBirthday
COLUMBUS DAY
Columbus Day is a federal holiday in the United States observed on the second Monday of October. The day commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas on October 12, 1492. While historically celebrated as the "discovery" of the Americas, the holiday's modern observance is complex and often subject to debate. #ColumbusDay
NATIONAL KICK BUTT DAY
Have you been waiting for a sign to tackle that big project, start a new habit, or finally check something off your to-do list? This is it! National Kick Butt Day, celebrated on the second Monday in October, is your official permission slip to get motivated and take action. #KickButtDay
NATIONAL TRAIN YOUR BRAIN DAY
On October 13, National Train Your Brain Day challenges us to some puzzling games and riddles! Whether you play solo or go up against teams, the day improves our thinking power. #TrainYourBrainDay
NATIONAL NO BRA DAY
National No Bra Day on October 13 encourages wearers to leave that bra at home to promote cancer awareness. No Bra Day also promotes breast cancer awareness to help raise money for research. #NoBraDay
METASTATIC BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY
On October 13, National Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day focuses on the estimated 271,270 Americans diagnosed with this destructive form of cancer. Join us as we show our support for everyone impacted by metastatic breast cancer. #MetastaticBreastCancerAwarenessDay
NATIONAL YORKSHIRE PUDDING DAY
National Yorkshire Pudding Day is celebrated on October 13 and honors a traditional English dish brought over by immigrants--Yorkshire pudding! Not to be confused with a dessert, Yorkshire Pudding is a traditional English dish similar to a popover. #YorkshirePuddingDay
Coming on October 14, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL DESSERT DAY
NATIONAL REAL SUGAR DAY
BE BALD AND BE FREE DAY
Notable Birthdays for October 13
Horace H. Hayden (1769-1844) - The first dentist to receive a dental license and a Co-founder of the first dental college.
Leon Leonwood Bean (1872-1967) - Founder of L.L.Bean.
Conrad Richter (1890- 1968) - Author of Light in the Forest.
Gerald Marks (1900-1997) - Singer-songwriter best know for the song All of Me.
Edith Sampson (1901-1979) - First Black delegate appointed to the United Nations.
Robert Walker (1918-1951) - Actor in the The Clock, The Man Who Walked Alone, and Since You Went Away.
Dorothy Bolden (1923-2005) - Founder of the National Domestic Workers' Union.
Melinda Dillon (1939-2023) - Actress in Close Encounters and A Christmas Story.
T. J. Cloutier (1939-Still Living) - One of the most skilled poker players in the U.S.
Paul Simon (1941-Still Living) - Part of the award-winning musical duo Simon and Garfunkel.
Demond Wilson (1946-Still Living) - Lamont in Sanford & Son.
Sammy Hagar (1947-Still Living) - Rock singer widely remembered for I Can't Drive 55.
John Ford Coley (1948-Still Living) - Musician and singer of I'd Really Love To See You Tonight.
Rick Vito (1949-Still Living) - Rock guitarist and singer who played with Fleetwood Mac.
Marie Osmond (1959-Still Living) - Former pop singer (Paper Roses) and entrepreneur.
Michael Lavine (1963-Still Living) - Grunge rock album artists known for album covers for Nirvana and Soundgarden.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (1989 -Still Living) - American politician.
Tiffany Trump (1993-Still Living) - Daughter of Marla Maples and Donald Trump.
Memorable Events for October 13
1775 - The Continental Congress establishes the Continental Navy (U.S. Navy).
1792 The first stone for the Executive Mansion is laid in Washington, D.C.
1792 - The first publication for the Old Farmer's Almanac is released.
1843 - The oldest Jewish service organization in the world, B'nai B'rith, is founded in New York City.
1860 - A balloon takes the first aerial photo of Boston, Massachusetts.
1871 - The Delphic Fraternity is founded at the State Normal School in Geneseo, New York.
1885 - The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is founded in Atlanta, Georgia.
1890 - The Delta Chi fraternity is founded at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.
1903 - The Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates in first modern World Series.
1914 - Garrett Morgan patents his safety hood device, which later would be used as a design for modern emergency gas masks.
1967 - The 3-point field goal is introduced by the American Basketball League.
1976 - A micrograph (small photograph) is taken of the Ebola virus at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
1983 - Ameritech Mobile Communications launches the first cellular network in Chicago, Illinois.
1987 - The Navy begins training dolphins as part of their military tactics.
2023 - Microsoft purchases the Call of Duty Activision Blizzard for $69 billion.
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