March 22, 2022 - NATIONAL GOOF OFF DAY – NATIONAL AG DAY – NATIONAL 3-D DAY – NATIONAL BAVARIAN CREPES DAY – AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION ALERT DAY – NATIONAL WEST VIRGINIA DAY
MARCH 22, 2022 | NATIONAL GOOF OFF DAY | NATIONAL AG DAY | NATIONAL 3-D DAY | NATIONAL BAVARIAN CREPES DAY | AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION ALERT DAY | NATIONAL WEST VIRGINIA DAY
NATIONAL GOOF OFF DAY
National Goof Off Day on March 22nd each year gives everyone the opportunity to have a little extra fun. The day is also known as International Goof Off Day. Read more…
NATIONAL AG DAY
Each year, National Ag Day recognizes and celebrates the abundance provided by agriculture across the United States. American agriculture plays a critical economic and food security role in our country. Read more…
NATIONAL 3-D DAY
National 3-D Day celebrates the art, science, and history of stereoscopic 3-D imagery. Every year, in March, on the third day of the third week of the third month, we explore the technologies used to create 3-D photographs, movies, and art, and we celebrate the many ways that these images have been viewed and enjoyed. Read more…
NATIONAL BAVARIAN CREPES DAY
Serving up a light and airy dish, March 22nd annually recognizes National Bavarian Crepes Day. Read more…
AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION ALERT DAY
American Diabetes Association Alert Day is observed annually on the fourth Tuesday in March. This one-day “wake-up call” informs the American public about the seriousness of diabetes and encourages all to take the diabetes risk test and learn about your family’s history of diabetes. Read more…
NATIONAL WEST VIRGINIA DAY
National West Virginia Day on March 22nd recognizes the last state to be created from one of the original thirteen colonies. Read more…
National Days
- National Chia Day
- National Chip and Dip Day
- National Near Miss Day
- National Melba Toast Day
- National Puppy Day
- National Tamale Day
International Days
Recipe of the Day
Name: Watermelon Feta Salad
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Total Prep: 15 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Ingredients:
6 cups cubed seedless watermelon
2 cups blueberries
2/3 cup feta cheese
2/3 cup balsamic vinegar syrup
1/8 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
Instructions:
In a large bowl combine watermelon, blueberries, mint leaves and feta cheese. Drizzle balsamic vinegar syrup over the top. Toss to combine. Garnish with mint leaves.
March 22nd Celebrated (and Not So Celebrated) History
1894
The first Stanley Cup championship series begins. Montreal defeats Ottawa.
1994
The National Football League (NFL) officially adopts the 2-point conversion rule. The rule gives the offense the option to scrimmage after a touchdown from the 2-yard line to the endzone for 2 extra points versus kicking for a single extra point.
1997
At the age of 14 years 10 months, Tara Lapinski becomes the youngest World Figure Skating Champion. Less than a year later, she would also become the youngest Olympic figure skating gold medalist when she competes at the Olympic Winter Games in Nagano, Japan.
2008
The first international pillow fight flash mob took place in 25 cities around the world.
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March 22nd Celebrated (and Not So Celebrated) Birthdays
Randolph Caldecott – 1846
The British illustrator is known for his contributions to children’s literature and his influence was so far-reaching that the American Library Association created the Randolph Caldecott Medal in his honor to award the most distinguished picture books created each year.
Ruth Page – 1900
The legendary ballet dancer and choreographer was an international trailblazer in the world of dance.
Louis L’amour – 1908
Louis L’amour’s frontier novels bring western North Dakota and rural living to life. Along with short stories and poetry, his novels Hondo, Walking Drum, and Last of the Breed are some of his most popular works.
Yayoi Kusama – 1922
The Japanese contemporary artist rose to prominence during the 1950s incorporating what is now her trademark polka dots into abstract forms, canvas and everyday objects.
William Shatner – 1931
The Canadian actor of stage and screen became a pop culture icon when he was cast in the role of Captain James T. Kirk on Star Trek in 1966. Shatner has also put on the director’s hat and published several books. He is also known for his role as Denny Crane in Boston Legal.
James Patterson – 1947
The prolific American author has written over 100 best-sellers. Patterson writes a variety of genres including science fiction, thrillers, and mystery. Among his best-sellers are books from his Alex Cross series.
Andrew Lloyd Webber – 1948
The British composer of 21 musicals first brought the world Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in 1967. Since then, he’s stunned us with award-winning hits on the West End and Broadway including Evita, Cats, and Phantom of the Opera.
Stephanie Mills – 1957
The Grammy-winning actress, singer-songwriter dazzled audiences in 1974 as Dorothy in the musical The Wiz on Broadway. In 1981, she won the Grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for the song “Never Knew Love Like This Before.”
Elvis Stojko – 1972
The Canadian figure skater is a three-time world champion who took home two silver medals at the 1994 Lillehammer Olympics.
Reese Witherspoon – 1976
The award-winning actress made her film debut at the age of 14 in 1991’s The Man in the Moon. Since then, Witherspoon has tackled a variety of genres including comedy (Legally Blonde), dramatic musicals (Walk the Line), science fiction (A Wrinkle in Time), and horror (American Psycho).
Notable Mentions
Gabrielle Roy – 1909
Wolf Blitzer – 1948
Bob Costas – 1952
Dexter Fowler – 1986