JUNE 19, 2023 | JUNETEENTH | WORLD MARTINI DAY | WORLD SAUNTERING DAY | NATIONAL GARFIELD THE CAT DAY | NATIONAL WATCH DAY | NATIONAL FREEBSD DAY | WORLD SICKLE CELL DAY | INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE IN CONFLICT
JUNE 19, 2023 | JUNETEENTH | WORLD MARTINI DAY | WORLD SAUNTERING DAY | NATIONAL GARFIELD THE CAT DAY | NATIONAL WATCH DAY | NATIONAL FREEBSD DAY | WORLD SICKLE CELL DAY | INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE IN CONFLICT
Juneteenth | June 19
JUNETEENTH
Each year Juneteenth (June 19th) commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. The celebration takes place each year on June 19th, recognizing an event that took place in Texas in 1865. Read more...
World Martini Day | June 19
WORLD MARTINI DAY
On June 19th, shake up some gin and vermouth with ice and add a lemon twist. It’s World Martini Day! Read more...
World Sauntering Day | June 19
WORLD SAUNTERING DAY
Slow down. In fact, try moseying around. June 19 is World Sauntering Day. The day counters the attention given to jogging and encourages people to stroll, ramble, and wander. Read more...
National Garfield the Cat Day | June 19
NATIONAL GARFIELD THE CAT DAY | JUNE 19
Each year on June 19th, National Garfield the Cat Day celebrates the fictional cartoon character, Garfield. Jim Davis created the comic strip Garfield and the title’s protagonist, a tabby cat by the same name. The observance celebrates Garfield and the entertainment he brings us. Read more...
National Watch Day | June 19
NATIONAL WATCH DAY | JUNE 19
On June 19th, National Watch Day recognizes an industry that has been around for more than 500 years and is steadily evolving. Choosing a watch is very personal as the choices are vast and numerous. Even with the advent of smartphones and smartwatches, the classic wristwatch signals individual taste, culture, and a rich history that cannot be disputed. Read more...
National FreeBSD Day | June 19
NATIONAL FreeBSD DAY | JUNE 19
National FreeBSD Day on June 19th commemorates the launch date of an innovative technology that many of us use every day. Read more...
World Sickle Cell Day | June 19
WORLD SICKLE CELL DAY
June 19th is World Sickle Cell Awareness Day. The international awareness day is observed annually to increase public knowledge and an understanding of sickle cell disease, and the challenges experienced by patients, their families, and caregivers. Read more...
International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict | June 19
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE IN CONFLICT
Every year on June 19th, the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict raises awareness for conflict-related sexual violence. The day also honors the victims and survivors of sexual violence around the world. Read more...
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On Deck for June 20, 2023
National Days
World Productivity Day
World Refugee Day
International Nystagmus Awareness Day
National Hike With A Geek Day
National Kouign Amann Day
National Ice Cream Soda Day
National Vanilla Milkshake Day
National American Eagle Day
Recipe of the Day
Beer Bread
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 1 hour
Servings: 1 loaf
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Ingredients:
3 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1 can beer
Instructions:
Heat oven to 350°F. Spray a loaf pan with cooking oil.
In a medium bowl, mix all ingredients. Pour into prepared loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
June 19th Celebrated History
1846
The first modern baseball game is played between the New York Knickerbockers and the New York Nine. Using an established set of rules to define the game, the Nine defeated the Knickerbockers 23-1.
1910
Washington state celebrates the first Father’s Day in the United States.
1934
The Communication Act of 1934 establishes the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC replaced the Federal Radio Commission.
1949
The Charlotte Speedway in North Carolina hosted the first NASCAR Strictly Stock race.
1953
Convicted spies, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg are executed by electrocution at the Sing Sing Prison in Ossining, New York.
1963
Valentina Tereshkova returns to Earth aboard the Vostok 6. The first woman to travel in space spent 71 hours orbiting the Earth.
June 19th Celebrated Birthdays
Lou Gehrig – 1903
The American first baseman played 17 seasons with the New York Yankee. His superior batting ability gained him the nickname “The Iron Horse.”
Salman Rushdie – 1947
Born in India, the British author published his 18th book in 2019. Some of his works include The Jaguar Smile, The Satanic Verses, and Quichotte.
Phylicia Rashad – 1948
Best known for her roles as Clair Huxtable on The Cosby Show and Carol Clarke in This is Us. She is also the sister of actress Debbie Allen. Rashad joined her sister on the set of Grey’s Anatomy in 2021 for one episode.
Kathleen Turner – 1954
The American actress gained prominence in the 1980s with films such as Romancing the Stone and The War of the Roses.
Paula Abdul – 1962
The American singer, songwriter, choreographer, and actress rose to fame in the 1980s after a stint as a Laker Girl and the squad’s head choreographer. Her first hits included “Forever Your Girl” and “Head over Heels”. She also serves as a judge on American Idol as well as several other competition shows.
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