MAY 10, 2025 | NATIONAL WANNA HAVE A CATCH DAY | STAMP OUT HUNGER FOOD DRIVE DAY | NATIONAL DOG MOM'S DAY | NATIONAL LIPID DAY | NATIONAL ARCHERY DAY | NATIONAL CLEAN UP YOUR ROOM DAY | NATIONAL BIRTH MOTHER’S DAY | NATIONAL BABYSITTER’S DAY | NATIONAL SHRIMP DAY | CORNELIA DE LANGE SYNDROME AWARENESS DAY | NATIONAL MINIATURE GOLF DAY | NATIONAL WASHINGTON DAY
NATIONAL WANNA HAVE A CATCH DAY | Second Saturday in May
NATIONAL WANNA HAVE A CATCH DAY
On the second Saturday in May, we celebrate National Wanna Have A Catch Day as a day dedicated to the simple yet profound act of tossing a baseball back and forth. But this day is about more than just baseball. This day is about a living, breathing metaphor for the gift of organ donation, particularly living organ donation. Discover more about this New National Day...
STAMP OUT HUNGER FOOD DRIVE DAY
The second Saturday in May is the largest one-day food drive in the nation named Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day. How is it possible? It occurs in more than 10,000 cities and towns, and the food is collected by those men and women carrying our mail across the country. Read more...
NATIONAL DOG MOM'S DAY
During the second Saturday in May, National Dog Mom's Day sends out a chorus of yips, barks, and howls of praise for all the dog mommas! Learn more...
NATIONAL LIPID DAY
National Lipid Day on May 10th each year brings awareness to Dyslipidemia. Dyslipidemia is an abnormal amount of lipids (e.g. cholesterol and/or fat) in the blood. Read more...
NATIONAL ARCHERY DAY
National Archery Day on the second Saturday in May recognizes one of the oldest sports still in existence. Archery has been around since before 2800 BC when bows were being used for hunting and battle. More to know...
NATIONAL CLEAN UP YOUR ROOM DAY
Spring cleaners get their wish granted each year when National Clean Up Your Room Day arrives on May 10th. Children often dread this parent-appreciated day. Though, some years, the observance arrives with perfect timing for Mother's Day! Read more...
NATIONAL BIRTH MOTHER’S DAY
National Birth Mother's Day on the Saturday before Mother's Day honors birth mothers and offers a show of support. It is a day to recognize the biological mothers of adopted children. Read more...
NATIONAL BABYSITTER’S DAY
National Babysitter's Day on Saturday before Mother’s Day honors the reliable babysitters across the country. On this day, we show babysitters appreciation and special recognition for their quality child care. Learn more...
NATIONAL SHRIMP DAY
Each year on May 10th, National Shrimp Day recognizes America's favorite seafood. Americans eat more shrimp than any other seafood, and this is the day to celebrate this delicious seafood. Learn more...
CORNELIA DE LANGE SYNDROME AWARENESS DAY
Observed annually on the second Saturday in May, Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Awareness Day sheds light on this often misdiagnosed, little-known syndrome. Read more...
NATIONAL MINIATURE GOLF DAY Second Saturday in May
NATIONAL MINIATURE GOLF DAY
Annually the second Saturday in May recognizes National Miniature Golf Day. This day is separate from Miniature Golf Day, which is celebrated worldwide on September 21. Read more...
NATIONAL WASHINGTON DAY
On May 10th, National Washington Day recognizes The Evergreen State. In a ten-day period, President Benjamin Harrison signed legislation growing the nation by four new states. Washington would become the fourth of those and the 42nd state on November 11, 1889. During his tenure, two more would join the union. Read more...
Coming on May 11, 2025
National Days
MOTHER'S DAY
NATIONAL FOAM ROLLING DAY
NATIONAL EAT WHAT YOU WANT DAY
NATIONAL TWILIGHT ZONE DAY
NATIONAL TRAIN DAY
Notable Birthdays for May 10
Robert Emmett Bledsoe Baylor (1793-1873) - Co-founder (and namesake) of Baylor University.
Fred Astaire (1899-1987) - Actor, dancer and singer who is considered the greatest popular-music dancer of all time.
David O. Selznick (1902-1965) - Producer of Gone With the Wind.
Maybelle Carter (1909-1978) - Singer on the Johnny Cash Show.
Alexander Goode (1911-1943) - Navy chaplain and rabbi who gave his life for soldiers to save soldiers during WWII, later named Four Chaplains Day.
Memorable Events for May 10
1652 - John Johnson, a free Black, is granted 550 acres in Northampton, VA.
1775 - Philadelphia, PA, issues paper currency for the first time.
1797 - The first Navy ship, the "United States," is launched in the U.S.
1872 - Victoria Woodhull becomes the first woman nominated for U.S. President.
1877 - President Hayes has the first telephone installed in the White House.
1908 - Philadelphia becomes the first city to observe Mother's Day.
1924 - J. Edgar Hoover is appointed first Director of the FBI.
1962 - Marvel Comics publishes the first issue of The Incredible Hulk.
1969 - U.S. troops begin attack on Hill 937, which became known as "Hamburger Hill."
2013 - The One World Trade Center becomes the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.