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News; birthdays/events; how many days can you deal with hot summer days before you agree to adjust the thermostat in the house?; word of the day. News; game: mascot trivia; we have adult kickball leagues but what other kids games would you love to participate in?; most dangerous and safest nations to visit (or avoid) in 2025. News; game: mindtrap; at what adult age did you finally start appreciating your parents/really bonding?pets that make others think twice about hanging out with you. News; game: Boom goes the Trivia; the 4 "s" words that can predict if A.I. will take your job; goodbye/fun facts....National Cherry Tart Day....there is a bit of a debate on the day this is celebrated...some say today, some say the 18th and others say the 21st.  But everyone who loves cherry tarts would probably celebrate on all 3 days. The cherry tart dates back to Michigan during the mid-1800s. Michigan is one of the largest producer of tart cherries in the U.S. Some people believe the cherry tart is very similar to the Crostata di ricotta e visciole. This Roman Jewish tart is made with ricotta and sour cherry jam and is believed to have originated during the late1600's. While many people may be familiar with the cherry pie as an all-American treat, the cherry tart may be slightly less well-known. In a cherry tart, the fruit is presented in an open-faced crusty pastry shell...and btw...we're in peak cherry season right now!!! 

News; birthdays/events; recent college grads say this is more anxiety inducing than breaking up with someone; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; (aside from religious books) are there books that changed your life/how you think about things? News; how would you feel if your favorite food/candy was declared "unsafe"?; sitting in a hot tub and/or sauna is just as effective as 30 minutes of exercise...would you do that instead?; do you work harder on Mondays then trail off by Fridays? News; game: calendar trivia; do you go to the movies to see all those "anniversary re-releases"? goodbye/fun facts....international waterfall day...Waterfalls have a way of stopping us in our tracks. International Waterfall Day invites everyone to pause and marvel at these natural wonders. From the roar of Niagara to the misty veil of Angel Falls, each cascade tells its own story. It's not just their beauty but also their role in our world. They provide fresh water, support wildlife, and draw visitors from all corners. Find a nearby waterfall trail and hit the path. If travel isn't an option, stream waterfall videos or documentaries.

News; birthdays/events; when was the last time you stepped out of your comfort zone?; word of the day. News; what's stopping us from being more adventurous on our "bucket lists"? (besides financial constraints); game: potpourri trivia; dealing with entitled co-workers or customers at work. News; game: Toy Story movie trivia; Friday the 13th...it's not all bad luck; finance buzz...things smart people have stopped buying. News; game: famous guitar licks; top 10 favorite TV dads of all time; goodbye/fun facts....National Golf Cart Day.  The first golf cart was invented in 1932 by Lyman Beecher. As an avid golfer, Lyman was looking for a transportation alternative to continue golfing after arthritis set it. He built a cart that could carry him and his clubs....but it had to be pulled by a caddy. During the 1950s, golf carts advanced to become motorized and powered by gasoline. Unfortunately, they were still not widely accepted as most were banned golf courses due to noise and exhaust. That setback led to electric-powered carts and by the end of the 1950s, country clubs across the country began renting golf carts to their members for a more leisurely golf experience. 

News; birthdays/events; when it comes to armrests...which one is yours?; word of the day. News; if you've been waiting for an appointment with a specific Dr (but it conflicts with something in your schedule) what do you do? even famous people have that problem; Game: Superman Trivia; best place to hide an extra key. News; do you ever really read the rules of board games?; game: harmonica songs; not every celebrity loves social media...(many agree with Brad). News; great advice your dad gave you; game: celebrity endorsements; goodbye/fun facts....Raggedy Ann and Andy Day...beloved little red-headed rag doll and her little brother...who captured the hearts of so many children over the last century! back in 1915 Johnny Gruelle receives the patent for the Raggedy Ann doll character then in 1918 Gruelle's first book in the series, Raggedy Ann Stories, is published and 2 years later Raggedy Andy is introduced Ann's feisty little brother and closest buddy appears in Gruelle's books and as a doll. the story behind Gruelle's patent are these...Some versions say that the author and illustrator, Johnny Gruelle found an old doll without a face in his parents' attic and thought it would make a good character for a story. Other versions have him writing the stories for his daughter, Marcella. and in 2002, Raggedy Ann is inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame.

News; birthdays/events; what's your average bedtime?; word of the day. News; have you ever made a "9-ender" decision?; how much would you pay for peace and quiet?; game: American Idol quiz. News; most boring things that we face as adults; men have their "ideal body" (what they think women want to see...but this is really what women want to see?; game: E.T. movie trivia. News; best and worst places to propose; game: Jurassic Park movie trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Corn on the Cob Day falls on June 11 — the perfect pre-summer date. (Although, for most home gardens, mid-June is still too early for the harvest.) The history of corn dates back to nearly 7,000 years ago in Mexico. Originally growing as a wild grass, corn was eventually grown as a crop and harvested. From Mexico, corn eventually spread north into what is now the U.S. Native Americans planted and harvested corn, making it plentiful across tribes. Today, corn is found across North America....and there are dozens of ways to jazz it up besides just salt and pepper like: Cajun...just mix garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper, paprika and oregano or Citrus Seasoned Salt...Add sea salt, hot smoked paprika, black pepper, smoked salt, and finely grated orange zest or Italian Corn on the Cob...parmesan cheese, powdered garlic and italian seasonings.

News; birthdays/events; do you display awards, diplomas, plaques etc in your home or is that just for the office? what if you work from home?; word of the day. News; game: celebrity autobiographies; aside from 3 day weekends/holidays, when was the last time you forgot what day it was?; vacation reminders from law enforcement. News; game: audio movie clips;  July 4 is on a Friday...take Thursday off too?; Father's Day gift ideas that aren't grill related. News; game: movies trivia; can you be mad at your kid when you get a call from school that they did something kinda bad...but you secretly want to be proud. (funny dad/son story); goodbye/fun facts....National Iced Tea Day to celebrate one of Summer's favorite refreshing drinks. Whether you prefer sweetened or unsweetened, with or without lemon..of course, tea has been around since 2700 bc in China.  A man named Thomas Lipton opens his first tea shop in Glasgow in 1876...but iced tea didn't burst onto the scene and win over America's hearts and minds until 1904 when visitors to the St. Louis World's Fair were greeted by exceedingly hot weather. Tea plantation owner and merchant Richard Blechynden, who was present at the fair, took advantage of the situation by selling chilled tea drinks instead of hot tea as a cold refreshment. The rest is history.

News; birthdays/events; do you support aesthetic treatments for teenagers or is that a bridge too far?; word of the day. News; would you watch the 'global barista championship'?  (Ashley is very intrigued); game: quiz; game: feud. News; we tend to enjoy things the more we know/understand them (rules to sports, the lyrics behind a song etc)...is there something you want to learn more about?; it seems like so many retail stores are putting other retails stores in their space...is it becoming too cramped?; if you could make one food calorie-free forever....what would it be? News; new baby shower trend; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Meal Prep Day is quickly becoming an important global "holiday". Meal preparation is sometimes ignored as to-do lists and work schedules continue to impact lifestyle choices. However, health experts believe that it is the ideal scroll for healthy living. planning meals ahead of time may appear to be a difficult task, the advantages well outweigh the effort...especially once you get a pattern down. Experts say most fridge based items won't be fresh after 5 days...but there are many items you can make an freeze for up to a few months! and you can't find lots of meal prep idea websites online.

News; birthdays/events; game: Saving Private Ryan movie trivia; word of the day. News; items we regret throwing away; game: getting to know you; things that celebrities are afraid of. News; a company in the U.K. was being sarcastic with a product tagline and now they have to apologize; game: general trivia; is a hot dog a 'sandwich'? News; funny things people say to unsuspecting/gullible friends/family/co-workers; at what point in your shift at work do you mentally "check out" for the day?; goodbye/fun facts....National Drive-In Movie Day falls on June 6 which is the anniversary of the first-ever drive-in opening in the U.S. in 1933 in New Jersey. Even though many people prefer to watch movies in the theater, their homes or on their phones now, a lot of people cherish the tradition of driving into a park and watching a movie on a large screen while munching on their favorite food. Drive-in theatres were popular because it was one activity the entire family could do together. Moviegoers could bring their babies, visit, and eat. Before drivein's, movie theaters didn't allow or frowned upon large families attending a movie. The drive-in was created for seniors who found it hard to comfortably sit in indoor movie theaters. Richard M. Hollingshead Jr. made a small drive-in theater for his mom in his driveway and placed a big screen in his backyard with a Kodak projector on his car. By the late '50s, more than 3,000 drive-ins could be found in the U.S. When cable TV, and VCRs became popular during the early '90s, the trend of drive-in theatres began to decline. 

News; birthdays/events; first The Harlem Globetrotters...now this (should most sports have an exhibition/stunt team?); word of the day. News; game: Office Space movie quiz; would you let your kids completely book your summer vacations?; surprisingly easy ways to save energy. News; game: finish the movie quotes; would you go back to a company you used to work for? (if you quit....not if you were fired); if you find non venomous snakes on your property...do you just leave them alone? News; game: everybody knows; best songs of the summer (from 1959-2015) ranker list goodbye/fun facts....national gingerbread day...traditionally we think of gingerbread as winter holiday treat...but The spice that gives gingerbread its spicy flavor originated in China, where it was traditionally used as a medical treatment. It spread to Europe via the Silk Road. Early Crusaders brought back this spice from the Middle East to experiment with. They would add it to preserved meats and medicinal remedies too. The earliest forms of gingerbread didn't even use ginger and were not always bread — they were essentially honey cakes. The Grimm Brothers' story “Hansel and Gretel” put gingerbread houses on the map and German settlers brought this trend to the Americas. It's a loved treat all over the world...Swedish tradition says to put gingerbread onto your palm, make a wish, and break it — if it breaks into three, your wish will come true.

News; birthdays/events; what themed cruise ship would you like to go on?; word of the day. News; would you rather have excellent cooking skills or excellent organizing skills?; best summer movie ever?; game: is Ashley as smart as a 5th grader? News; is summer about getting things done or letting kids be lazy?; what word do you have trouble pronouncing?; game: Jeopardy trivia. News; if you could invite 1 celebrity to your summer cookout...who would it be?; game: lyric quiz; goodbye/fun facts....National Cheese Day...Cheese is produced from the pressed curds of milk. The milk can come from cows, buffalo, goats, or sheep. Temperature and aging affect the flavor and texture of the cheese, as well as spices and other seasonings added during the process. Cheese making is an ancient craft. So ancient in fact it predates recorded history. It is speculated that cheese making began somewhere around 8000BCE shortly after the domestication of animals. Archeological digs have found evidence of cheese around the world including strainers coated in milk-fat molecules in Poland dated around 5500BCE. Today, cheese dishes can be found on every continent served, savory, sweet, melted, deep fried, and even chilled in ice cream and the most popular cheese in the entire world??? mozzarella!

News; birthdays/events; there are many topics we don't discuss at the holiday table...but 40% of us don't allow those same topics to be discussed at the table any time...agree?; word of the day. News; game: backwards song game; it used to just be sci-fi..but our faces can unlock so many things...now maybe even the doors to our homes!; people and their strange hobbies. News; have you ever had to cancel plans/call out of work because of something on your face (giant zit etc)?; 17% of us haven't done much physical activity since high school...what haven't you done since H.S.? things you shouldn't feel guilty about splurging on. News; game: battle of the sexes part 1; game: battle of the sexes part 2; goodbye/fun facts....Chocolate Macaroon Day...the macaroon originates from Italy and means paste. It is believed that macaroons originated some time in the 8th or 9th century in an Italian monastery. The desserts were introduced in France in 1533 when monks from the monastery joined King Henry II's pastry chef. Traditionally made with shredded coconut, almond flour, sugar or sweetened condensed milk and egg whites. Eventually, shredded coconut replaced the almond flour. Because they did not contain any flour, Jews in Italy ate them as treats during Passover. In 1903, macaroons appeared in a cookbook under a recipe for “coconut kisses.” Macaroons recently made one popular website's top 16 list of “All-time Favorite Cookies".

News; birthdays/events; "The Ringer" ranked the 100 best moments in sports, we'll list top 5; word of the day. News; things that spook your pets; graduation time...yearbook signing..."stay cool"; Men's Health says to lie to women in regards to their weight...agree or not? News; game: quiz; game feud; you've probably heard of "gate lice"...but what about "clockroaches" (workplace terminology) News; how important is it for you to look like your DL or passport pic?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Rocky Road Day...the rocky road dessert was first created in Australia in the year 1853. Many entrepreneurs took these confectionery items, which got spoiled due to the long journey coming from Europe and mixed them very cleverly with nuts that were locally available. Also, they added some low-quality chocolate and then tried to recover them instead of throwing them out. It was actually ingenious. The name was used as a reference to the rocky road that travelers used in order to access the goldfields. Years after that, the dessert was turned into an ice cream —  invented by William Dreyer  in 1929. It was created in order to lift the spirits of people who were badly affected by the crash of Wall Street and the subsequent Great Depression in the 1930s.

News; birthdays/events; when someone new walks into a group conversation...do you quickly include them?; word of the day. News; do you ever check the change compartment on vending machines? (Ashley's dad used to); if you drop the remote on the floor...is it too much effort to pick it up? (perceived effort study); game: potpourri quiz. News; what's one of the first commercial jingles you remember from when you were a kid?; first we had Marie Kondo, the Swedish death cleaning...now this; game: 3 word novel descriptions. News; worst inventions of the last 20 years; game: 1990's songs; goodbye/fun facts....National Hole In My Bucket Day pays homage to an old children's song that goes by the same name. The song ‘There's a Hole In My Bucket' originated in Germany in the 1700s. It describes a deadlock situation where the character, Henry, faces problem after problem all due to a hole in his bucket. Henry attempts to find a solution through his friend Liza's advice, but he is unsuccessful in coming up with a solid plan. Harry Belafonte and Odetta, two prominent American singers of their era, recorded the song in 1960, it reaches no. 32 on the U.K. Singles Chart. You can actually make good use of your holey buckets by recycling them. They can act as homes for plants or storage spaces for a number of things.

News; birthdays/events; Ashley & Brad S.F.A; word of the day. News; game: Forrest Gump movie trivia; Buzzfeed list...besides medicines and life essentials...what's something you simply can't live without?; would you bring your family on a work trip? News; game: famous drum intros; what healthy food puts you in a better mood?; vacations ...and even staycations are turning into "paycations". News; game: acroymn game; do you keep things in your car that no longer work? (flashlight, phone charger...etc); goodbye/fun facts....National Coq Au Vin Day...yet another dish brought to us by the French food. The name of the dish literally means ‘rooster-in-wine'. In France in the 1600s, King Henry IV is said to have wished that each of his peasants would be able to enjoy “a chicken in his pot every Sunday.” His altruistic vision seemed to have been taken seriously, since coq au vin was a French peasant's dish, which later became popular all over Europe.....traditionally made of chicken braised in a garlicky, mushroomy, bacon-lard sauce; with plenty of wine added.  However, it was chef Julia Child who really made coq au vin popular in the U.S. thanks to her seminal 1961 cookbook, “Mastering the Art of French Cooking”. Along with other mouthwatering classic French recipes, Julia Child is credited with introducing French cuisine into American kitchens all over.

News; birthdays/events; we just had a 3 day weekend...but almost 20% are planning the next getaway!!; word of the day. News; what do you do when you have 2 important events to attend?; game: minute mysteries; if college students can't use A.I. for their work...should the university be able to use A.I. for theirs? News; the average person says "I'm fine" a minimum of 9,000 times in the life...should we say "I'm fine" when we're not?; game: movie password; if you had your own personal 'on hold' music...what would you like it be? News; is there a product you love so much that you'd get the barcode tattooed on your arm? one woman did just that!; game: outburst; goodbye/fun facts.... National Hamburger Day celebrates one of America's most iconic foods. Americans eat over 50 billion burgers a year...but they originated in Hamburg, Germany,... stemming from a 1758 recipe for a dish called the “Hamburg Sausage...there are many people and commuities that like to take credit for the origin story here in America...but the most popular story says the hamburger as we know it was developed in Seymour, Wisconsin, a town still famous for its hamburger heroics. Some of the more unusually popular topping for hamburgers: bleu cheese, coleslaw, fried egg, peanut butter, and mac & cheese.

News; birthdays/events; is it better to ask a friend or AI if you need a objective opinion?;   word of the day. News; game: Batman trivia; new Summer party dessert trend; did you ever cheat in high school or college?   News; game: celebrity audio book; what skill have you learned from Tik Tok?; funny stories of things your kids destroyed...that turned out to be an expensive fix! News; game: player piano music songs; voice note or voice mail?; "goodbye/fun facts...Old-Time Player Piano Day...this fun musical instrument is simply an unusual type of piano that plays by itself. Player pianos are also known as pianolas. Old-time player pianos read notes from tiny perforations on rolls of paper. The rolls are changed to allow the piano to play different songs. A prototype for the instrument was created in 1895 by Edwin Votey. His version set the template for most player pianos that followed. Player pianos were big business in the early 1900s and were widely popular for about 30 years....but began to lose popularity in 1929 after the Wall Street crash...by then the Gramaphone had taken over as the latest and greatest in musical technology. Sadly, there aren't many player pianos that play music rolls available on the market today. There are, however, electronic players available that are capable of reproducing ‘high-resolution' piano performances.

News; birthdays/events; have you ever been "food shamed"?; word of the day. News; if your grill is full at your bbq today...try cooking your vegetables this way; what would you do if you were undercharged at a store?; the great culinary conflict regarding the hot dog. News; game: quiz; game: feud; is there something you thought was just a few years ago...but turns out it was waaaay longer ago? (ashley story) News; is an apology always good enough to fix something?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Blueberry Cheesecake Day...blueberry cheesecake is one of the most popular desserts in the U.S. Although originating in ancient Greece, cheesecakes have today spread to the far corners of the world and each region has its own varieties of cheesecakes. One such very popular variety is the blueberry cheesecake. Legend has it that blueberry cheesecakes were fed to the athletes at the Olympic Games in Greece. While in America, cream cheese is the primary ingredient for cheesecakes, Italians prefer to use ricotta. On the other hand, Germany and Poland use quark, a special kind of curd cheese. You can have a traditional cheesecake with fresh blueberries...or try a more fancy version like blueberry mint, chocolate blueberry, or kombucha blueberry.

News; birthdays/events; do you tend to "get things done" on a 3 day weekend or just relax for 3 days?; word of the day. News; game: Ken Jennings wrong answer trivia; do you even own a cookbook anymore? have you ever "blamed it on the dog"....(not just farting)? News; game: 3 word literature;  do you grab a "fresh" item at the grocery store (items behind the first row)?; experts say this is the best way to sleep...(not if you move around a lot though!) News; game: just over $1,000 pyramid; wedding registries are changing...at least in the U.K. "goodbye/fun facts....National Title Track Day is celebrated every year on the fourth Friday of May.. It's the day in which we remember our favorite title tracks in albums and movies. But just what is the title track? To put it simply, it's a music track that shares the name of the album or movie it belongs to. In 1957 The Movie “Jailhouse Rock” comes out as possibly the earliest movie with a title track, it stars Elvis Presley and he sings the song. We don't really need an excuse, but if you're an avid music fan, there are probably so many songs you love, that it's easy to forget about some of them. Thinking exclusively about title tracks makes it easy to remember some of these songs we've been neglecting for some time."

News; birthdays/events; how far are you willing to drive for a new meal?; word of the day. News; situations where someone warned you not to do something....but you didn't listen!; Steinway has a very interesting traveling tour; game: Elton John/Bernie Taupin trivia. News; Fortune magazine list...low paying college degrees; clues your co-workers don't like you; game: movies trivia. News; backhanded compliments; game: password; goodbye/fun facts....National Solitaire Day...The name originated from the Latin word ‘solitarius', meaning ‘alone'....Solitaire has five variations — this includes Klondike, FreeCell, Spider, TriPeaks, and Pyramid. Playing Solitaire boosts your memory and helps in developing your strategic skills. The original card game was introduced in Europe in the 18th century based on a peg board game from 1746...people played the popular card game for a couple hundred years...then in 1989 an intern developed the Solitaire software for Microsoft which was initially created to teach people how to use the mouse attached to computers and train them to become accustomed to the device....but people loved it so much it became a computer sensation. It was also honored in the Video Game Hall of Fame in 2019.

News; birthdays/events; game: mindtrap; word of the day. News; was there a music video (MTV era) that you remember making or breaking a band for you?; game: I should have known that; if you're mad/wanting to complain...therapists suggest doing this first. News; what are you determined to get accomplished this summer?; game: boom goes the trivia; fill in the blank...I need more _____ in my life. News; do you use coupons all the time?; if you're driving somewhere for Memorial Day and you have "car sickness" passengers...here are some helpful tips/ideas/products; goodbye/fun facts....The National Memo Day...Tracing the word's origin, it comes from the Latin word ‘memorandum', which means ‘it must be remembered.' People have been using memos to convey messages and plans of action for centuries. At some point, memos were used to tell people about the changes in laws of a kingdom. And in other times, memos were used to inform soldiers and other military personnel about the next move. In modern times, the memo genre has become synonymous with businesses. Information related to meetings, policy changes, contracts, etc.  chances are if you work in an office...you've seen lots of memos!

News; birthdays/events; how much would you need to make for your side hustle to be worth the effort?; word of the day. News; game: David Letterman trivia; how fast do you form an opinion about someone?; is it still cool to "work" from a coffee shop? News; game: who wants to be a fake millionaire?; NFL players in The Olympics....yes or no? bbq weekends...now or July 4th? News; game: guitar intros; things that we used to pay for but are now free; goodbye/fun facts....National Pick Strawberries Day...Right about this time of year, they start coming into season. Strawberries are members of the rose family.  Strawberries offer amazing nutritional value. They are full of antioxidants, vitamin C, folic acid, fiber, etc. There are about 200 seeds in a single strawberry. Strawberries are loved worldwide. You will find a number of recipes that incorporate the fruit. You can also use the fruit for skincare and scented candles.

News; birthdays/events; would you want to shower at work?; word of the day. News; how many empty or half empty water bottles are in your car right now?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; if you could wish for one thing with no repercussions...what would it be?; do you carry food with you all the time?; besides America...what's the most beautiful country you've ever visted? News; with school almost out...what are the kids doing?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Plant Something Day... It encourages people to take a few minutes to plant something around them. It could be a flower, a tree, or an indoor plant. Any plant that grows would suffice. 90% of the food we eat comes from only about 30 plants...you can plant at home, in schools, in parks, and in other community gardens. You can share seeds with the people around you. Giving them seeds will encourage them to plant.

News; birthdays/events; can you rub your head and pat your belly?; word of the day. News; game: James Bond movies trivia; world's most odd/interesting museums; worst graduation gifts. News; game: the Brat Pack trivia; gross things we do with/for our loved ones (mom ever lick her finger and wipe your face?); life saving things you may not know. News; game: 5 second rule; when celebrities mess up on social media (which we all do)...are you quick to forgive them?; goodbye/fun facts....National Mimosa Day! This classic mixed drink, which is equal parts brut champagne and fruit juice (usually orange juice), or you can use favorite sparkling wine (it doesn't have to be expensive champagne) has become a brunch staple and a popular drink at weddings. The drink dates back to the 1920s and most likely got its name from the a yellow flower native to Australia. With a variety of ways to add a twist to this cocktail, it's fun and easy to celebrate this drink we all find mimo-so-good! If you are under 21 or would simply prefer a non-alcoholic option then you're in luck! Mimosas are just as tasty and refreshing when substituting ginger ale for champagne.

News; birthdays/events; when you're stressed out...is it better to talk to a calm person or another stressed out person?; word of the day. News; game: Las Vegas trivia; would you like to get luxury hotel services in an air BNB?; what's your most meaningless accomplishment? News; game: everybody knows; if you notice a hole in your clothes...will you wear it anyway?; several discontinued car brands could be making a comeback...is one of your favs on the list? News; game: final lyrics in a song; 90% of us feel we are "good" and "safe drivers"; goodbye/fun facts....Straw Hat Day celebrates the timeless wardrobe staple. Both men and women wear it in a variety of styles. The straw hat has stood the test of time, serving not only as a protection from the sun but a fashion statement. And it has been around since the Middle Ages. In Lesotho (a country in South Africa), they called it ‘mokorotlo' — and they wore it as part of the traditional Sotho clothing. In the U.S., the Panama hat became popular due to President Theodore Roosevelt wearing it during his visit to the Panama Canal construction site. Besides the panama...several other great straw hat styles include boaters, lifeguards, and the fedora.

News; birthdays/events; do you think your parents cared about your "emotional wellbeing" when you were growing up?; word of the day. News; did you ever feel the need to "find yourself"? how did you do it?; game: Indiana Jones trivia questions; leftovers you'd rather eat cold. News; top causes of road trip arguments (2025 list); game: Robert Zemeckis trivia; do you charge your phone overnight? maybe you shouldn't! News; it's graduation time!!! wallet hub list of best cities for new graduates to launch their careers; game: 3 word movie film titles; goodbye/fun facts....Receptionists, often overworked and underappreciated, have countless responsibilities depending on where they work...they often act as the boss' gatekeeper. Without a receptionist, there's no way an office could go about the day to day business smoothly. not many of us could do their job for a bit (or cover for that long lunch!), or manage the front desk (but then you'd know exactly what they put up with each day.) So make sure you treat them well — especially if you have an important meeting with the CEO. Reports of bad behavior in the lobby tend to make their way to the executive suites. Don't have an attitude when dealing with them. 

News; birthdays/events; do you have a favorite game show? any new ones out there?; word of the day. News; game: Top Gun movie trivia; 30% of adults don't drink water after 3pm...but as the days get warmer...how do you stay hydrated?; finish this sentence: "happiness is___". News; game: prison commissary price is right; best Country songs of all time according to Billboard; best "cheat codes" for life. News; game: general trivia; which TV show makes you talk to or yell at the TV (besides sports)?; goodbye/fun facts....National Apple Pie Day...apple pie has been around since the Middle Ages. A Dutch cookbook dated 1514 lists a recipe for Appeltaerten. The English also had their version of apple pie, which dates back to the time of Chaucer. In Sweden, apple crumble was the gold-standard...and the French also caramelized their apples, an innovation which added a whole new dynamic to the flavor. In the 17th century, apple pie was finally brought to the American colonies...and we claimed it as our own! Soldiers during World War II were often quoted they were fighting "for Mom and apple pie."  In 1970, advertisers used the patriotic connection with a commercial jingle "Baseball, hot dogs, apple pie, and Chevrolet."

News; birthdays/events; women have a tendency to take off their shoes at the movies (with the reclining seats)...do you take your shoes off in public places? (work...on a plane...etc)?; word of the day. News; do you haggle? how often? on what types of products/services?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; do you have a favorite color as an adult...is it the same as when you were a kid? do you buy lots of things in that color?; people who clean their house more are happier...do you have a favorite chore?; would you like to try yoga if it involved baby animals? News; game: calendar trivia; would you move to another continent if you never had to deal with mosquitos again in your life?; goodbye/fun facts....National Limerick Day celebrates the birthday of English artist, illustrator, author, and poet Edward Lear who is known mostly for his literary nonsense in poetry, prose, and limericks. Limerick poems were popularized in Lear's book “Book of Nonsense” in 1846. A limerick is a very short, humorous, nonsense poem. Within a limerick, there are five lines. The first two lines rhyme with the fifth line and the third and fourth line rhyme together. Most limericks begin by describing a person and place, and then the rest of the lines describe that person's actions. 

News; birthdays/events; smartest and dumbest dog breeds; word of the day. News; things you need to have in your car; do your kids make your neighbors mad?; game: James L. Brooks trivia. News; people you never have to tip; what's your summer default meal/dish?; game: is Ashley smarter than a 5th grader? News; how do you celebrate mother's day...even if your mother isn't here anymore?; game: baby boomer trivia book; goodbye/fun facts....National Military Spouse Appreciation Day is an annual observance that takes place on the Friday preceding Mother's Day. It shows appreciation for the commitment and sacrifice that the spouses of service members make, together with the rest of the family, while they're away on the mission to defend the country. Military spouses have to make quick adjustments to new environments, and having to learn new survival skills with the frequent and often unexpected developments that sometimes require them to move halfway across the country or even the world. National Military Spouse Appreciation Day is important because it strengthens the commitment of servicemen and women, assuring them that their family is being appreciated and celebrated while they are away.

News; birthdays/events; best TV moms; word of the day. News; game: potpourri trivia; our top 10 annoyances; non-horror movie characters that scare you.  News; game: minute mystery; what is the 1% rule when it comes to money?; Ashley moving SFA. News; game: 5 second rule; it's time for a new set of "resolutions"; goodbye/fun facts....National Give Someone a Cupcake Day...either bakery-bought or homemade cupcakes...for your coworkers, colleagues, teachers, bosses, neighbors, etc. Cupcakes have been around for centuries, but their popularity and design are recent. The baking of cakes in cups — due to the lack of what today we call muffin tins. On average, every year in the U.S. 800 million cupcakes are consumed! Cupcakes are so popular now about 13% of brides choose to serve cupcakes instead of a wedding cake at their reception. 

News; birthdays/events; would you want a dinosaur wallet/shoes/belt etc?; word of the day News; Brad sfa travel break; game: Fast Times at Ridgemont High movie trivia; commonly confused English words. News; game: just over $1,300 pyramid; we register for gifts when we get married and when we have kids...but wouldn't it be nice to have running register or qr code for things always?; what's a "pillow menu"? News; game: getting to know you; Brad sfa travel break part 2; goodbye/fun facts....Great American Grump Out...its probably not what you think! What sounds like a day to be grumpy, is quite the opposite. By kicking the grumpy mood to the curb...you get to spend a day full of happy vibes. Are you out of your favorite breakfast cereal? Put some peanut butter on a waffle. In a long line? Strike up a friendly conversation with the person next to you, you could make a friend. Find the silver linings today because there always is one. Stress is one of the leading causes of health problems in America so prioritize your happiness today..and tomorrow...and so on.

News; birthdays/events; game: which novel do these characters come from?; word of the day. News; if you could buy an amusement park ride/attraction...which would you buy?; game: outburst; what's your fast food 'go to' food? News; 3 things we do that we think are safe...but really aren't; game: everybody knows; tips from flight attendants and flying pros. News; would you rather move or land an airplane?; would you rather have/watch (1) 3 minute commercial or (6) 30 second commercials?; goodbye/fun facts....National Crepe Suzette Day...There are several origin stories of how this French delicacy got it's name...according to the most cirulated culinary legend...the treat was accidentally created in 1895 by Henri Charpentier, then a 15-year-old assistant waiter working at Monte Carlo's Cafe de Paris. He was cooking for Prince Edward of Wales and his distinguished guest — a French noble dame named Suzette. He inadvertently ruined a sauce for the crepes, but then realized he had made a tasty new dish. The prince decided to name it “Crepe Suzette.” Crepe Suzette consists of a crisp, thinly rolled, or folded pancake and a sauce made from caramelized sugar and butter, and either tangerine or orange juice, and French liqueur like Grand Marnier.

News; birthdays/events; silly things we judge people for; word of the day. News; what's your first reaction when someone says "Can we talk"?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; ways to cope if you're super stressed at work; do you have early onset grumpiness?; if you're trying to eat a healthy breakfast...you REALLY need to try hard to do it. News; game: calendar trivia; most overrated U.S. tourist attractions; goodbye/fun facts....Sun Awareness Week...takes place in the first week of May. It signals the start of the summer-long Sun Awareness Campaign which centers around teaching people about skin cancer, as well as informing them about how to increase their protection when they step out into the sun. Since ancient times, the world has understood that the sun provides warmth, life, and vitality.  The discovery of ultraviolet light is attributed to a German physicist, Johann Wilhelm Ritter, who noticed that the invisible rays in the spectrum of lights at the violet end were very effective at darkening silver chloride-soaked paper. As time went by, more and more scientists reported adverse reactions to U.V. rays. By the end of the 19th century, studies were published that proved people working outdoors were more prone to skin cancer....so if you're out in the sun...make sure you use SPF.

News; birthdays/events; can you make yourself become a morning person?; word of the day. News; most and least glamorous jobs; game: mind the gap part 1; game: mind the gap part 2. News; are you "membership programmed" out?; game: Star Wars trivia; do you care if your online order comes in a nice box? News; 43% of Americans say this is the best home compliment they can receive; essential car safety items; goodbye/fun facts....National Play Your Ukulele Day.  The ukulele belongs to the guitar family of instruments. While the guitar is recognized by its six strings, the ukulele has only four. When it comes to its size, a ukulele is much smaller than a guitar. they say it's much easier to learn than a guitar and it's easier to carry around and play especially for those who have smaller hands — for example, children. The word ‘ukulele' has Hawaiian roots. In the language, the word means ‘jumping flea.' The name was probably picked because the musician's fingers look like fleas jumping on the strings when skillfully played! Even though the instrument's name has Hawaiian roots, it was brought to the island of Hawaii by Portuguese immigrants. george harrison of the beatles loved the ukulele...he collected hundres of them.

News; birthdays/events; do the people you work with determine how much you like your job?; word of the day. News; game: mindtrap; old customs that are hard to imagine people doing today; do you call your kids the wrong name? News; game: minute mystery; most stolen items from hotels; Australian researchers say this is the optimal breakdown for how we should spend our day. News; game: 80's/90's trivia; Michelin starred restaurants for the rest of us; goodbye/fun facts....May Day ushers in a traditional celebration of flowers and spring. In many ancient calendars, May 1 welcomed the first day of summer. One of the more popular rituals was harvesting flowers and giving them to neighbors and strangers in cone-shaped baskets. These became known as May Day Baskets. lots of may day traditions continue today around the world: In English tradition, the observance is celebrated by crowning a May Queen and dancing around a maypole. The Finnish recognize a carnival-type celebration in the streets that includes a special type of lemonade made with lemons, brown sugar, and yeast. and In France, it is correct to give people either dogwood or lily of the valley while Italians celebrate with a seasonal feast in honor of the arrival of spring.

News; birthdays/events; songs that could be used as a form of torture; word of the day. News; game: Bugs Bunny trivia; Brad loves to mess with Ashley...(because apparently it amuses him)...but he's not the only one! (2 funny stories); most common geography mistakes. News; game: fill in the lyrics; "useless" things we learned in school; how do you feel about "scratch and sniff" marketing? News; game: think n sync; if you were throwing a party and a bunch of people couldn't come or had to cancel...would you still have the party if it was low attendance?; goodbye/fun facts....National Raisin Day. When it comes to raisins, there are generally two groups of people: those that love them and those that believe they ruin a perfectly good cookie or bagel. Raisins are tiny sundried grapes. While sunlight dries most grapes naturally in vineyards, some are mechanically dehydrated. Raisins show up throughout history and literature as a healthy, transportable snack for everyone from the Egyptians to Christopher Columbus to George Washington. And of course, those little red raisin boxes are a classic symbol of childhood. There was a half-hour special that got a Primetime Emmy Award nod for Outstanding Animated Program in 1988 called Meet the Raisins...from the hugely popular ad campaign the "California Raisins".

News; birthdays/events; does your birthday feel the same as every other day? what can you do to stand out?; word of the day. News; when was the last time you forgot where you parked?; game: Brady Bunch trivia; would you eat 3-d printed food or live in a 3-d printed house? News; weird food pairings; game: Seinfeld trivia; has a wild animal ever damaged your car or home? News; new hobbies you've discovered that you really like; game:  famous childrens books synopsis; goodbye/fun facts....National Peace Rose Day...a beautiful hybrid tea rose that is light-yellow or cream-colored and have petals with flushed crimson-pink edges. a French horticulturist, developed the Peace rose by crossing a hybridized tea rose known as the Margaret McGredy rose with another seedling. He named the rose Madame A. Meilland, after his late mother. However, before the German invasion of France, Meilland sent the cuttings of the rose to his friends in Italy, Turkey, Germany, and the United States to protect the new flower. These roses were given to each delegate at the inaugural United Nations meeting in 1945 in honor of Germany's surrender. Roses, by the way, are the national flower of the U.S.A.

News; birthdays/events; how do you pass the time when you're intentionally procrastinating on a a project?; word of the day. News; should tradesman fix something for free if it's minor? (story); game: quiz; game: feud. News; is it unfair if a business passes the cc processing fee onto the consumer?; secluded vacations or touristy ones?; calendar trivia. News; do you keep all those extra single socks that the dryer eats?; how do you survive awkward small talk?; goodbye/fun facts....National Blueberry Pie Day. Blueberry harvest begins in April and lasts until September giving us a long season full of blueberry enjoyment. blueberry pie, which usually consists of a classic pie dough filled with a berry mixture as well as sugars, flour, and lemon juice, is sort of a victory dessert. Before the U.S. became an independent country, Native Americans lived off the land and used blueberries, which they called star berries, as a source of survival. Now recognized as a superfood, blueberries are packed with antioxidants, phytoflavinoids, potassium, and vitamin C. Some historians speculate that without the blueberry, the earliest settlers in North America may not have survived their first winter in the new country.

News; birthdays/events; a study has found we think "old age" is always about 15 years older than we are; word of the day. News; should the U.S. ban tipping like they do in Europe?; game: Pacino or DeNiro? new benchmark: what when right this week? News; do you mostly make analytical decisions or emotional decisions?; game: what are these harmonica songs?; eating championship season is here. News; most parents take a minimum of pics of their kids everyday...is there something you take lots of pics of?; game: literature quiz; goodbye/fun facts....Historic markers all across the nation provide a glimpse into the past and preserve history for future generations. On the last Friday in April each year, National Historic Marker Day invites volunteers and communities to come together to maintain their markers because unfortunately, weather and time take their toll on these small monuments to history.  of course, you need to get permission from the city to help clean and maintain them...but what a great volunteer opportuntiy! According to the historic marker database, there are more than 219,000 historic markers scattered across...in almost every city you visit! you've probably noticed them near significant natural formations, state and national trails, historic buildings and even cemeteries. They tell stories of cultural, national, and historical significance. 

News; birthdays/events; have you ever tried to restore old photos? what's the best way?; word of the day. News; most boring cities on Earth; game: just over $2,500 pyramid; burning toast story (Ashley has a burning popcorn SFA) News; (from social media posts) if someone rolled out a red carpet on a sidewalk...would you avoid it or strut on it?; game: everybody knows; have you ever been shushed or have you shushed anyone? News; most embarassing punishment parents gave their kids; game: I should have known that!; goodbye/fun facts....Pigs in a Blanket Day...celebrated across the world, the term often refers to a variety of different dishes. But in the United States, Pigs-in-a-Blanket is often hot dogs or sausages wrapped in biscuit or croissant dough and baked and are generally served as an appetizer or as breakfast. but it all started as a way to make kids food fun to eat. Betty Crocker, whose cookbooks decorated every post-war kitchen published a cookbook in 1957 called Betty Crocker's Cooking for Kids. but soon they became chic cocktail party fare.  they are easy to make...and you can modify them to fit even the finickiest of eaters!

News; birthdays/events; what makes an airline good for "nervous flyers" (Singapore Airlines ranked #1 stress free airline); word of the day. News; game: Shakespeare quiz; if you could time travel...what would be the worst era to visit?; do you like when celebrities share details about their personal lives/health issues or do you think it's tmi? News; game: Pink Floyd trivia game; Summer time and road trips...fun things to do while driving; when was the last time you stayed up way past your bedtime? News; game: 3 word guess who?; absurd reasons people have "demanded to talk to the manager"...(Buzzfeed); goodbye/fun facts....National Take a Chance Day...stick your neck out and go for it! You've heard it said — “the biggest risk is not taking one.” Still, taking chances just doesn't come naturally for many of us. Every single one of us has grappled with taking a chance on something. Be it starting that new business, asking someone to prom, zip-lining on vacation. Today is an excellent day to understand why we sometimes get in our own way of pursuing our dreams and reaching our full potential. More often than not, the likelihood of failure is not as great as we anticipate it to be. Dr. John C. Maxwell wrote, “Sometimes You Win – Sometimes You Learn”. The premise of his book is that our greatest lessons come from our greatest losses. You don't experience loss if you are constantly playing it safe.

News; birthdays/events; have you gotten into voice notes or do you prefer texting or calling?; word of the day.  News; animal superpowers we wish we had; game: The Simpsons trivia; any misadventures in cooking lately? News; social media guy likes to play banjo to popular songs...do you like hearing songs made into other genres of music?; game: battle of the sexes part 1; game: battle of the sexes part 2. News; things to unplug when you go on vacation; what's your favorite cartoon character of all time?; goodbye/fun facts....School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is observed on the fourth Tuesday in April. At the beginning of the 20th century, children were transported to and from school in horse-drawn carriages. A.L. Luce, a Ford dealership owner, built a bus body for a 1927 Ford Model T school bus. During a meeting in 1939, they set several requirements for school buses one was that buses were always painted yellow as a norm. The hue was chosen because black letters could be read on it and it was believed to be the easiest to see at sunrise and dusk. School buses have frequently undergone modifications and upgrades, but we still acknowledge the need for bus drivers, which is one thing that hasn't changed. The praises of school bus drivers are rarely sung....even though they ensure the safety of our most prized possesions...our children.

News; birthdays/events; do you have "eco-guilt" ?; word of the day. News; which summer fruit are you looking forward to most?; what would you do?  e-payment system is down but they don't take cash...and you've already eaten the food; actors who nailed the role that sequel actors don't come close. News; game: quiz: game: feud; nature cams...Ashley LOVES them...and there's a new one to watch! News; feel good story of the day; calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Chickpea Day. this amazing legume is a key ingredient in the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Indian cuisines. Chickpeas were found in the Middle East roughly 7,500 years ago. The word ‘chickpea' comes from the French ‘chiche' and the Latin ‘cicer.' and Spanish term for chickpea is garbanzo...but it the same legume. They are a rich source of vitamins, such as the B vitamin folate, and manganese and are high in protein and fiber.  Because of their high protein and fiber content along with being gluten-free, chickpeas became a popular source for alternative flour in the 2010s. they're very affordable...you can eat them out the can, put them on salads, turn them into hummus and eat them with veggies or chicken.  

News; birthdays/events; favorite Easter candy in the U.S.; word of the day. News; game: Ferris Bueller's Day Off Trivia; is it shocking when people's voices don't seem to match their appearance (celebrities i.e. Mike Tyson or regular people i.e. Ashley's waiter the other day); shouldn't all public wifi be free? News; game: name that 1985 song; if crosswalks had voice recordings instead of a blinking countdown number...what should they say?; 12% of people still have their best friend from Elementary school!  do you? News; game: movie password; are themed weddings fun or kitschy?; goodbye/fun facts....National Lineman Appreciation Day...honors the men and women who work around the clock to keep the power going. one of the most dangerous jobs...Lineworkers have to climb hundreds of feet above the ground with precarious harnesses,  handle live wires that, if improperly handled, can easily lead to them losing their lives in massive jolts of electricity and work often long unpredictable hours.  from Rocco Morabito's famous 1967 lineman photo and the increible story behind it...to Jimmy Webb's 1968 hit sung by glen campbell to 2015's biography from Alan Drew called "The American Lineman"...take a moment to understand a bit more about a profession that helps keep our modern world moving.

News; birthdays/events; would you rent your clothes out your peers?; word of the day. News; 10 most disappointing attractions in the world; game: King James TV Guide shows; don't share these things with A.I. News; improve these daily habits for big life results; game: cliche word ladder; 82% of women "code switch" at work...what does that mean? (and do you do it?) News; Google's "Easter Eggs"; game: 5 second rule; goodbye/fun facts....National Cheese Ball Day....yes...the same ones you associate with Christmas and holiday office parties back in the day.  Well...Cheese balls are actually in vogue (again).  We make fun of them...but they are a hit at every party and they are so versitile! Basic ingredients often include cheddar cheese, cream cheese, green onion, and spices — sometimes coated with chopped pecans or cheese doodles or bacon. You can go vegetarian as well. they are a tasty throwback to a simpler time, before meat and cheese platters became “charcuterie”.

News; birthdays/events; outdated things people refuse to stop using (Buzzfeed list); word of the day. News; game: Basketball trivia; what is the first thing you do when you encounter bad customer service on the phone? (post online? threaten to cancel service?); Buzzfeed list...funny things women notice about men's habits (either growing up with brothers or once they live together). News; what time do you prefer to eat lunch?; unclaimed luggage most bizarre items found in luggage; game: slogan game. News; over 40% of people under 30 can't make spaghetti dinner...isn't pasta one of the easiest meals to make?; game: password; goodbye/fun facts....national banana day takes place the 3rd wednesday in april...bananas are one of the oldest cultivated fruits in the world and their popularity spans across the world.  there are thousands of banana varieties. Bananas are beneficial and versatile, and can be used in puddings, muffins, pies, sandwiches, bread, cakes, and more. bananas have been around since 300 BC... but 1865 is remarkably noted to be the year bananas gained popularity on the American shores.  they're in the superfood category because of all their health benefits...so add the humble banana to your diet.

News; birthdays/events; annoying rules your parents had (and maybe you have the same ones for your kids?); word of the day.  News; if you're buying your family ice cream...would you buy some for your dog?; game: McDonald's trivia; many people are attending Easter services online...would you do that? News; biggest workplace pet peeve; game: songs with whistling (name that song); would you complain (more than once) if you paid for something professionally and it wasn't up to your standards? (sfa nail salon story). News; how often do you notice inconsistancies in TV shows and movies?; game: is Ashley as smart as a 5th grader?; goodbye/fun facts....National Laundry Day...Benjamin Franklin may have overlooked one certainty in life: laundry. but this day creates an opportunity to assess our laundry habits and teach our children to develop good ones. Humans have been doing laundry in numerous ways for as long clothes have existed. One of the earliest ways was beating the dust and dirt out of our clothes and bedding with a stick or pounding the grime out against a rock in the river. washing tubs eventually led to the first automatic washing machine. The first U.S. patent for an electric washing machine was granted to Alva J. Fisher in 1910. today, there are apps that can turn your washer on for you!

News; birthdays/events; who would you like to see on redesigned American money?; word of the day. News; you've heard of a swear jar...but here are some other creative family money jars; was there a "priviledge" at work that got taken away because of 1 employee?; 3 phrases truly wise people use...according to your tango website. News; game: quiz; game: feud; would you like to have your recipts alphabetized?;  News; common things people didn't experience until later in life (one lady didn't learn how to swim until she was in her 50's); game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Look Up at the Sky Day. We often rush through our days...When was the last time you stopped and looked up at the sky? Did you see the pink moon over the weekend? Did you know that a cloud can weigh approximately 1.1 million pounds, or that the color of a star depends on its temperature? The sky is fascinating.Astronomy itself is the oldest natural science. Traveling sailors would use stars to navigate, and the sun was their only instrument to tell the time. today there are astronomy clubs if you want to to join one...or just go outside and look up!

News; birthdays/events; is it better to play music at the office for everyone or let employees listen to their own ear buds?; word of the day. News; Gen Z says (this) is no longer relevant...agree?; game: guess these isolated bass tracks; favorite way to decorate Easter eggs...or have you seen a new technique you'd like to try? News; would you order a look-a-like of yourself to impress people or to attend events you don't want to go to?; game: minute mystery; 20 years from now...what will your co-workers say about you? News; do you have any tricks to falling asleep?...viral video of dad and baby; game: getting to know you; goodbye/fun facts....National Submarine Day which honors the day the United States Navy acquired its first modern commissioned submarine. On April 11, 1900, the USS Holland became the Navy's first modern submarine...but it actually wasn't the first submarine the US had. The USS Alligator was the first known submarine owned by the United States back in 1832 but it sank in the ocean in 1863, after losing a battle with a brutal storm. life underwater isn't all that glamorous. Often, crews are out at sea for months at a time and return when food supplies run low. Subs can be cramped with tedious tasks to complete daily.  you can visit the national naval museum in washington dc or if you can take a tour of a real submarine..If you can't tour a submarine or go to the Navy museum, go on a virtual tour from home.

News; birthdays/events; 4 unnecessary (but very convenient) new tech gadgets; word of the day. News; game: backwards song; songs voted "most favorite sing-a-long car songs"; A&B talk about their favorite car sing-a-long songs. News; game: 2,500 Pyramid; what food(s) do you end up throwing away the most?; have you ever been at an historic sports game or event? News; game: movies trivia; bugs/mosquitoes coming out for the Spring/Summer...best way to deal with bites; goodbye/fun facts....National Bookmobile Day (celebration always happens during National Library Week in April every year.)  Bookmobiles are mobile libraries that help transport books from one local community to another.  This day also celebrates the work and dedication of the many people involved, such as library professionals, drivers, donors, and it also encourages people to donate their own books to the cause. The bookmobile tradition in the United States is credited to a librarian who launched the first bookmobile in the early 20th century...she wanted to get books to rural communities. Her bookmobile was a horse-drawn wooden carrier that contained boxes of books. Then in 1912, horses were switched out and the first motorized bookmobiles were born. These bookmobiles went to rural and urban schools, as well as to the homes of senior communities. 

News; birthdays/events; a new study says "spoilers" don't really spoil anything, do you agree?; word of the day. News; game: Alaska trivia questions; have you ever been 'micro-petty'?; would you tell a rideshare/cab driver you don't like their driving? News; do you hold the elevator door open or press the close button?; a restaurant in Thailand gives big discounts if you can do this...is this wrong?; game: slogan game. News; do you want your appliances to do more?; game: fill in the blanks of these arcade games; goodbye/fun facts....National Butterscotch Brownie Day...also known as Blondies or Brookies (brownie + cookie) actually made their debut before chocolate brownies. Chocolate brownies only came into existence in 1905....Recipes date back to the 19th century and are made up of flour, brown sugar, butter, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla. Walnuts, pecans, or butterscotch chips are sometimes added to the brownies. The first known recipe for blondies was published in 1896 by Fannie Farmer, a pioneer of modern American cookery. Today, you can find dozens of recipe variations online.

News; birthdays/events; some nightclubs/restaurants offer wristbands for patrons...would you want this for everyday life?; word of the day. News; how bad are your allergies? would you be willing to give up social media to be allergy free?; game: songs with harmonica in them; surprising habits that could hurt your health. News; things most of us do but are too embarassed to admit; game: songs with 'sweet' in the name; a man in France invented a pill that transforms/neutralizes flatulance (not a joke) would you buy it? News; ice cream hacks; game: general trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Library Workers Day...which recognizes the valuable contributions library staff make every day to their communities through their hard work and dedication. before the internet...libraries are we got our information. libraries do much more that house books....Libraries also archive local history. The names of pioneers and settlers are usually recorded in books and newspapers of the era. many libraries have story time for children. Libraries are notoriously underfunded, and that often means they are understaffed....how about volunteering at your local library and consider donating books you no longer read to the library.