NATIONAL EMERGENCY NURSE'S DAY
Each year during Emergency Nurses Week, National Emergency Nurse's Day takes place on the second Wednesday in October to recognize the dedication of ER nurses across the nation. We take this day to say "thank you" to the emergency room nurses for their hard work, dedication, service, and commitment. #EmergencyNursesDay
NATIONAL CURVES DAY
National Curves Day on the second Wednesday in October recognizes plus-sized women and men all across the country. The celebration is an opportunity to indulge in curvy fashion and build confidence. No matter your style, embrace the day and your curves with confidence and explore designs that fit you! #NationalCurvesDay
NATIONAL HERO DAY
National Hero Day on October 8 honors the real-life heroes who inspire us to be the best person we can possibly be. Today, let's take a moment to thank those who go above and beyond to care for those in need. #NationalHeroDay
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 or guardians to lunch. All eyes are on parents and guardians to visit their children's school during lunch and share a meal with them in the school cafeteria. #TakeYourParentsToLunchDay
NATIONAL BRING YOUR TEDDY BEAR TO WORK/SCHOOL DAY
Is that a bear peeking over your colleague's monitor? Did your teacher just put a fuzzy friend on their desk? Don't be alarmed! It's National Bring Your Teddy Bear to Work/School Day, a day to embrace nostalgia and fun, celebrated every second Wednesday in October. This is your official permission slip to let your childhood companion tag along for the day, and frankly, they're the best coworker or classmate you could ask for. #BringYourTeddyBearToWorkSchoolDay
NATIONAL STOP BULLYING DAY
National Stop Bullying Day on the second Wednesday in October brings together students, faculty, and parents to end bullying. This annual awareness day promotes standing up against and put an end to bullying. #StopBullyingDay
NATIONAL FLUFFERNUTTER DAY
Some food holidays are stickier than others. And National Fluffernutter Day on October 8th is a stick-to-your-ribs-chin-fingers-nose kind of day! Celebrate zealously on this yummy and extraordinary food holiday...then take a bath. #FluffernutterDay
NATIONAL PIEROGI DAY
On October 8 we are celebrating a Polish delight on National Pierogi Day! This international dish is more than a dumpling--it's mouthwatering goodness that always leaves you wanting more! #NationalPierogiDay
AMERICAN TOUCH TAG DAY
Tag! You're it! Remember the sound of sneakers pounding on pavement, the breathless laughter, and the triumphant shout of "Tag! You're it!"? On October 8th, American Touch Tag Day celebrates that timeless childhood game, encouraging kids and the young at heart to get outside and play! #AmericanTouchTagDay
Coming on October 9, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL MOLDY CHEESE DAY
PANS/PANDAS AWARENESS DAY
NATIONAL PRO-LIFE CUPCAKE DAY
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS FOR OCTOBER 8
Theodore Roberts (1861-1928) - Actor widely remembered for his role in the 10 Commandments.
Mary Engle Pennington (1872-1952) - Bacteriological chemist and refrigeration engineer known for her pioneering research in food safety.
Dick Burnett (1883 -1977) - Bluegrass singer known for his rendition of Man of Constant Sorrow.
Collett E. Woolman (1889-1966) - Aviator and founder of the Woman's International Flying Association.
Bill Hewitt (1909-1947) - One of the last professional football players to play without a helmet.
Kirk Alyn (1910-1999) - The first American actor to play Superman on screen.
Frank Herbert (1920-1986) - Author of the Dune series.
Pepper Adams (1930-1985) - Considered on the most talented American jazz saxophonist.
Faith Ringgold (1930 -2024) - Black American mixed-media artist who was well-known for telling stories in quilts.
Jesse Jackson (1941-Still Living) - Activist and Baptist Minister.
Chevy Chase (1943 -Still Living) - Multi-award winning actor of the National Lampoon movie series.
R. L. Stine (1943 -Still Living) - Children's book writer of Goosebumps.
Clifford Adams (1952-2015) - Trombone player for Kool & the Gang.
Reed Hastings (1960-Still Living) - Co-founder of Netflix.
Matt Damon (1970-Still Living) - Actor of Good Will Hunting and the Bourne.
Bubba Wallace (1993-Still Living) - Famous NASCAR racer.
HISTORICAL EVENTS FOR OCTOBER 8
1775 - Slaves and free Blacks are barred from enlisting in the Continental Army.
1840 - The first Hawaiian constitution is implemented.
1873 - The Indiana Reformatory Institute opens as the first women's prison ran by women.
1921 - The first live broadcast of a football game is transmitted on the radio.
1927 - Laurel and Hardy make their first debut as a comedy team in the silent film The Second Hundred Years.
1944 - The sitcom Ozzie and Harriet makes its debut on CBS radio.
1945 - Percy Spencer receives a patent for the microwave oven.
1953 - Baseball legend Jackie Robinson creates an baseball exhibition game between an all black team and all white team to help raise awareness on racial segregation.
1991 - The largest black cemetery in the US is found in Manhattan containing the final resting place for both those free and enslaved.
2001 - President George W. Bush announces the creation of the Office of Homeland Security in response to the attacks on 9/11.
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