National Vinyl Record Day is a day dedicated to celebrating the history of vinyl records, and music in general! It occurs every year on August 12. Gary Freiberg of Los Osos, California founded National Vinyl Record Day. He chose to celebrate the day on August 12th to pay homage to Thomas Edison’s invention of the…
The history of vinyl records is a very important chapter of music history. Keep reading to learn how vinyl records have changed over time! Vinyl records have undergone many changes over the years, but no matter how they have evolved over time, records have always been a vital part of music history. Would you believe…
You may have heard of the national days of July, but did you know that there are also July awareness months and nationally recognized July monthly observances? Just like the national days of the year, these monthly observances cover a wide range of topics. From health awareness months to national food months, each occasion is…
With the warm days of summer and 4th of July celebrations upon us, it’s no surprise that July is National Grilling Month. It’s the perfect time get your friends and family together and throw your favorite grilling recipes on the barbecue! Whether you’re grilling for a large party, or just for yourself, make sure to…
The modern bikini has a long and controversial past. It is even associated with nuclear testing in the USA! Read on to find out more about the history of the bikini and the origin of early two piece swimsuits. The word bikini is generic term for a two-piece swimsuit that comes in many different cuts,…
Have you been curious about the Pina Colada origin? This rum based refreshing summer cocktail has a fascinating history. The creator of the Pina Colada is hotly debated, and even has ties to 1800s pirates! Keep reading to learn some facts about Pina Coladas and find out the history of how this popular tropical cocktail…
It’s officially summer, which means National Tattoo Day is here! Let’s celebrate this July 17 national day with some fun facts about tattoos! You might be surprised to learn that tattooing has been around for thousands of years! The oldest known tattoos date back to 3300 B.C.E. In 1991, a mummy named Ötzi the Iceman was…
National Fortune Cookie Day is one of the lucky few national days that is actually observed twice a year. In addition to being celebrated on July 20, National Fortune Cookie Day is also celebrated on September 13. There’s so many ways to celebrate this national food day, from eating a fortune cookie, to making your own…
There are over 200 national days in July. Make sure to celebrate them all with the list of July national days below. The national days of July cover a wide range of topics. In addition to the national food days of July, there are also monthly observances, days dedicated to animals, people, concepts, objects, drinks…
July gives us so many reasons to celebrate. In addition to Independence Day, there are over 200 national days this month. We’ve hidden 22 of them in our free July word search for you to find. The national days of July are hidden in every direction, including diagonally and backwards. This is a moderate difficulty…
Did you know that there are national day in July that are dedicated to food and drinks? This list of food holidays in July has them all! From National Gingersnap Day to National Cotton Candy day, every day of the month has at least one food or drink associated with it. Keep reading for the full list…
National Pina Colada Day falls on July 10, and celebrates the creation of the Pina Colada cocktail. The Pina Colada is a tasty drink with an interesting history that deserves to be celebrated. This sweet drink is the perfect way to relax and enjoy a hot summer day. In addition to having its own national…
Piña coladas are a delicious, refreshing, sweet and tropical drink. You may like to drink them, but do you actually know what’s in a pina colada? A Piña Colada is a tropical rum based cocktail from Puerto Rico that beautifully showcases the flavors of pineapple and coconut. The main ingredients of the cocktail are rum,…
Be a Kid Again Day is an annual holiday that occurs on July 8. This national day celebrates taking a break from being an adult, and acting like a kid again. Sometimes, we take life too seriously. Today, we can forget out troubles and act like a kid. Keep reading to find out how to…
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Independence Day? Get these 20+ free printable Fourth of July coloring pages! Some of the designs you will see in these free coloring sheets feature fireworks, the flag, and other patriotic items. These July fourth coloring pages are great for all ages. Some have designs with larger print…
Celebrate Independence Day this year with a free 4th of July crossword puzzle printable! It’s a fun activity the whole family can enjoy. There are two versions of this free printable crossword puzzle. The easier version comes with a word bank, and a harder version doesn’t have one. This Fourth of July crossword puzzle has 16…
Independence Day is here! That means it’s time for celebrating with cookouts, fireworks and this free 4th of July word search for adults. This holiday word find is part of our collection of free printables. We have been sharing lots of free word puzzles this summer and this patriotic word search is the latest in…
The Fourth of July is such a fun time to have friends over! Wow your guests with one of the 25+ patriotic recipes for the 4th of July below. You’ll find everything you need in this list of recipes for July 4th. There’s desserts, savory dishes, cocktails, and mocktails too. Keep reading for the list…
Looking for a summer dessert that’s easy to make? Try making these 4th of July popsicles. These Greek yogurt and fruit filled popsicles are Paleo, gluten-free. Plus they’re a great option to serve for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or any day hot summer day! Keep reading to learn how to make these delicious Greek…
Let’s head outside to celebrate National Bikini Day! It occurs every year on July 5. You can see bikinis on beaches up and down the coasts of the USA and around the world all summer long. It is only fitting that this popular swim suit style has its own national day! Keep reading to learn…
Independence Day is almost here! When you’re not watching fireworks, or making patriotic recipe ideas, take a minute to celebrate the holiday with this free printable 4th of July word scramble. This word puzzle features 20 words about Independence Day. Unscramble the words and write the answer on the line next to the jumbled word….
Looking for a fun activity for your kids this Independence Day? Look no further than this free July 4th scavenger hunt printable! It features twelve different items you might see on Independence Day. Each of the objects in this scavenger hunt has a picture of the item, with its name underneath. Some of the items…
Looking for a patriotic decoration that’s quick and easy to make? You can make this simple flower centerpiece in minutes and is perfect for a July 4th BBQ. Having something 4th of July decor in the middle of the table sets the mood and says “it’s party time!” Keep reading to learn how to make…
Who doesn’t like an easy-to-make Independence Day dessert? This super quick 4th of July flag platter could not be easier to assemble. It’s fun to make, healthy, and delicious to eat and your party guests will love it. This fun fruit flag platter is a patriotic, colorful, and healthy way to end your holiday meal….
Most of us take for granted watching color television, but this wasn’t always the case. It’s time to celebrate Color TV Day on June 25. In the early days of TV viewing, we were only able to watch shows in black and white. It wasn’t until the middle of the 20th century that color TV…
Every food and drink has its on special day and June 26 is celebrated each year as National Coconut Day. Coconuts are a versatile ingredient in many recipes and drinks. The Coconut Coalition of the Americas founded National Coconut Day in 2019 to celebrate the coconut and raise awareness of its many benefits. The day is…