October
Oct 1st - Child Health Day: In the United States raises people’s awareness of how they can protect and develop children’s health.
- 1908 Henry Ford Introduced the Model T Oct 2nd - International Day of Non-Violence: this day is Mohandas Gandhi’s birthday, a global day that promotes non-violence through education and public awareness. - National Custodial Workers Day: A day that recognizes all of the hard work that gets put into keeping our buildings sparkling clean. - 1906 SOS signal established Oct 3rd - Techies Day: This day honors technicians and technology all around the world. - 1968 Hurricane hits Haiti leaving 100,000 injured and 5,000 dead Oct 4th - 1957 Soviet Union launches the satellite SPUTNIK - World Animal Day: Supports good conditions for endangered species and other animals. Oct 5th - National Diversity Day: A day to celebrate and embrace who we are but also to learn and reflect on different cultures and people. - Walk to School Day: In the United States schools participate by having everyone walk to school. - World Teacher Day: A day to celebrate the role teachers have in providing quality education at all levels. Oct 6th - Mad Hatter Day: is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness. - National Storytelling Festival: An international gathering of storytellers and listeners held annually in Jonesborough, Tennessee. Oct 7th - World Communion Day: Started in 1936 with the Presbyterian Church then moved to other denominations. A day to celebrate all churches. - 1944 Uprising at Auschwitz, the Jewish people there burnt down the crematoriums. Oct 8th - Native American Day: Since 1990 the second Monday in October has been celebrated as Native American Day in South Dakota. - Columbus Day: A day we used to celebrate the discovery of the new world. However, Native America/American Indians had already called it home before anyone set foot here. Oct 9th - First Two-Way Telephone Conversation in 1876 - National Face Your Fears Day: Today is the day not to be afraid and face any fears head on. Oct 10th - Stop Bullying Day: Bringing national awareness to bullying and steps to take to prevent. - World Mental Health Day: A day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy. Oct 11th - National Coming Out Day: Whether you're lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or a straight ally, be proud of who you are and your support for LGBT equality this day. - Eleanor Roosevelt first lady born 1884 Oct 12th - Farmer’s Day: Honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history. - 1975 Jacqueline Hansen runs women's world record marathon (2:38:19) Oct 13th - Mary Ludwig Hays born 1754, this woman is said to have inspired the name Molly Pitcher which was a name given to many women who helped in the Revolutionary War. (Revolutionary War Heroine) - Universal Music Day: Music is such a vital part of everyone’s lives. Take the time to appreciate your favorite artists and songs. Oct 14th - National Dessert Day: A day filled with yummy treats for everyone to enjoy. - Winnie the Pooh is published in 1964 by A. A. Milne Oct 15th - White Cane Safety Day: recognizes and celebrates the achievements of visually impaired individuals - National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day Oct 16th - Boss’s Day - A secular holiday celebrated on October 16 in the United States and Canada - World Food Day - A worldwide event designed to increase awareness, understanding and informed year-around action to alleviate hunger. Oct 17th - Black/African American Poetry Day - Honoring the birthday of Jupiter Hammon. He was the first American Black/African American to publish his poetry. - 1979 President Carter creates Department of Education by signing legislation Oct 18th - Alaska Day -The anniversary of the transfer of the territory and the raising of the US. flag at Sitka on this day in 1867. - Little Orphan Annie’s Birthday - Comic strip character, in 1922. Oct 19th - 1987 Stock Market Crashed in United States - 1960 Martin Luther King, Jr. arrested in Atlanta sit-in Oct 20th - Kenyatta Day- Jomo Kenyatta Served as the first Prime Minister (1963–1964) and President (1964–1978) of Kenya. He is considered the founding father of the Kenyan nation. - Monster Mash Day- On this day in 1962 the Monster mash, by Bobby "Boris" Picket and the Crypt Kickers, reached number 1 in the music charts and stayed there for 2 weeks! Oct 21st - National Nurses Day(Thailand) - 1945 For the first time women in France are allowed to vote Oct 22nd - Make a Difference day - Initiated in 1990, this is a national day is for devoted to helping others by doing volunteer work in the community. - National Stuttering Awareness Day - Raise awareness about stuttering and the issues people who stutter face everyday. Oct 23rd - National Mole Day- Celebrated annually on October 23 from 6:02 a.m. to 6:02 p.m. in honor of Avogadro's Number (6.02 x 1023). - Mother In Laws Day- This observance was started in 2002 to celebrate In-Laws Oct 24th - United Nations Day - This day recognized the United Nation organization and all who serve and participate in this world organization. - 1938 The United States stops child labor laws Oct 25th - World Pasta Day - Lee National Denim Day- A fundraiser created by Lee Jeans to support the Women's cancer programs of the Entertainment Industry Foundation. Oct 26th - 2001 United States Patriot Act was passed - National Day - Celebrates the anniversary of the Declaration of Neutrality in 1955. (Austria) Oct 27th - Theodore Roosevelt’s Birthday - (October 27, 1858) - Navy Day - Day to recognize the Navy Oct 28th - National Chocolate Day- Take the time to enjoy some chocolate! - International Animation Day - Proclaimed in 2002 by the ASIFA as the main global event to celebrate the art of animation. Oct 29th - 1929 United States Wall Street Crash - Hermit Day - A quiet day to spend time by yourself, for yourself. Oct 30th - John Adam’s Birthday - (October 30, 1735 – July 4, 1826) - National Candy Corn Day - Enjoy a handful of this sweet Fall treat. Oct 31st - Reformation Day- Religious holiday celebrated on October 31 in remembrance of the reformation, particularly by Lutheran and some reformed churches communities. - Halloween |