NATIONAL BUBBLE BATH DAY
On a cold winter's day, relaxing in a nice warm/hot bubble bath sounds like the perfect way to commemorate National Bubble Bath Day. Is it no wonder we celebrate it annually on January 8th? #NationalBubbleBathDay
NATIONAL CAREER COACH DAY
Each year on January 8 we celebrate National Career Coach Day and recognize the important work of career coaches across the United States. #NationalCareerCoachDay
NATIONAL WINTER SKIN RELIEF DAY
As winter kicks into high gear, National Winter Skin Relief Day on January 8 reminds us of all the ways we can keep our skin from withering under the harshest of elements. The dropping temperatures outside and rising thermostats inside sap the amount of moisture in the air. Our skin is first to notice. #WinterSkinReliefDay
NATIONAL ENGLISH TOFFEE DAY
On January 8th, National English Toffee Day celebrates a favored confection that's been enjoyed across the country for generations. This sweet treat comes with some confusion concerning the difference between English toffee and just plain toffee. Despite the confusion, it's an enjoyable confection no matter how you crack it. #EnglishToffeeDay
NATIONAL ARGYLE DAY
National Argyle Day on January 8th celebrates the pattern derived from the tartan of Clan Campbell, of Argyll in western Scotland. The Scottish Highlanders have worn the design in kilts and plaids and patterned socks (known as a tartan hose) since the 17th century. Each year it is recognized and honored on this day. #NationalArgyleDay
NATIONAL JOYGERM DAY
On January 8th, National JoyGerm Day annually reminds people across the country that by being positive and treating people with kindness, they can influence those around them and pass that positive attitude on to others. When we share good moods, we impact the lives of people around us, and those people become infected with that same positive joy and spread it to others. #NationalJoygermDay
Coming on January 9, 2026
National Days
LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY
NATIONAL STATIC ELECTRICITY DAY
NATIONAL BALLOON ASCENSION DAY
NATIONAL APRICOT DAY
Notable Birthdays for January 8
John Carroll (1735-1815) - Founder of Georgetown University.
Lowell Mason (1792-1872) - Composer who wrote Joy to the World.
George Childress (1804-1841) - Lawyer who authored the Texas Declaration of Independence.
George Webb Morell (1815-1883) - Major General for the Union Army.
Fanny Bullock Workman (1859-1925) - One of the first female mountaineers.
Frank Nelson Doubleday (1862-1934) - Founded the Doubleday Publishing Company.
Emily Greene Balch (1867-1961) - Economist won a Nobel Prize for her work with the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom.
Carl Rogers (1902-1987) -Psychologist considered to be a founding father of psychotherapy research .
Evelyn Wood (1909-1995) - Educator who is known for making speed reading popular.
Elvis Presley (1935-1977) - Nicknamed the King of Rock-N-Roll.
Bob Eubanks (1938-Still Living) - Game show host of The Newlywed Game.
Robby Krieger (1946-Still Living) - Founding member of the rock band the Doors.
Memorable Events for January 8
1790 - George Washington delivers the first State of the Union address in NY City.
1806 - Explorer William Clark views a 105-foot whale skeleton on Cannon Beach.
1828 - The Democratic Party is organized in the U.S.
1833 - Boston Academy of Music becomes the first music school established in the U.S.
1835 - President Jackson announces the national debt is zero.
1867 - Congress passes a bill to allow Black men to vote in Washington, D.C.
1877 - Crazy Horse and his warriors fight their last battle against the U.S. Cavalry.
1889 - Herman Hollerith receives a patent for the punched card calculator.
1902 - The first National Bowling Championship is held in Chicago.
1918 - Mississippi becomes first state to ratify the 18th Amendment (prohibition of alcohol).
1964 - President Johnson declares a War on Poverty.
1988 - HP introduces the Advanced Scientific Calculator.
2002 - President Bush signs the No Child Left Behind Act into law.
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