MARCH 9, 2023 | NATIONAL GET OVER IT DAY | NATIONAL MEATBALL DAY | NATIONAL BARBIE DAY | NATIONAL SLAM THE SCAM DAY | WORLD KIDNEY DAY | NATIONAL CRAB MEAT DAY
NATIONAL GET OVER IT DAY
Each year on the 9th of March, people across the country observe National Get Over It Day. Just as it implies, the day is to do exactly that, GET OVER IT. Read more…
NATIONAL MEATBALL DAY
On March 9th, we recognize one of the great American food holidays, National Meatball Day. Read more…
NATIONAL BARBIE DAY
On March 9th, National Barbie Day celebrates an iconic toy that premiered on this day in 1959. Barbie debuted at the American International Toy Fair in New York. Read more…
NATIONAL SLAM THE SCAM DAY
National Slam the Scam Day on March 9th is an initiative to raise public awareness by helping the public to combat Social Security-related scams. Scammers are counting on you being uninformed of their deceptive tactics, the goal of this National Day is to get you informed on scammer tactics so you don’t fall prey to their schemes. Read more…
WORLD KIDNEY DAY
World Kidney Day on the second Thursday in March sets out each year to create increased awareness about kidney care. Read more…
NATIONAL CRAB MEAT DAY
Observed annually on March 9th, National Crab Meat Day (also National Crabmeat Day) offers a day to celebrate one of America’s favorite crustaceans. With 1.5 million tons of crab consumed every year around the world, plenty of crab meat lovers celebrate every year. Read more…
On Deck for March 10, 2023
National Days
NATIONAL MARIO DAY
INTERNATIONAL BAGPIPE DAY
NATIONAL PACK YOUR LUNCH DAY
NATIONAL BLUEBERRY POPOVER DAY
NATIONAL WOMEN AND GIRLS HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY
Recipe of the Day
Walking Taco
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook:Total Prep: 1 hour 10 minutesServings: 6
Ingredients:
1 can of Frito Lay bean dip
1 to 1/12 cup of sour cream
1/2 packet of taco seasoning
2 avocados
2-3 Tbsp. chopped onions
2-3 Tbsp. chopped tomatoes
1 jalapeno
Red pepper flakes (2 or 3 shakes from the bottle).
1 to 1 1/2 cup of shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend).
1 small can of sliced black olives.
Inspiration: Trisha Heitkamp
Instructions:
Take one can of the SPICY Frito Lay bean dip, spread onto a plate, in a circle shape, this will be the bottom layer of the dip.
Then take about 1 cup to 1 ½ cup of sour cream and mix in a 1/2 of a package of taco seasoning, I like to use the spicy taco seasoning packet, but if I don’t have any on hand, the regular taco seasoning is fine, too. Layer this on top of the bean dip.
Take one or two avocados to make the guacamole.
**To make the guacamole take 2 avocados and scoop them out onto a plate (Easier to smash them), cut a lime in half and squeeze some lime juice over the avocados (this helps to keep it from browning, too). Add salt, pepper to taste, and the dashes of red pepper flakes. Add some of the chopped onions, jalapeno and tomatoes to the mixture.
Spread the guacamole mixture on top of the sour cream mixture and cover this with saran wrap, it is best to press the saran wrap flat onto the guacamole; this helps to prevent it from getting brown (the air will make it brown). Place this in the refrigerator for about an hour to let the flavors meld and set up.
When ready to serve the dip, add the remaining onions and tomatoes on top of the guacamole (I like lots of tomatoes, so add whatever amount you like). Then add the shredded cheese, black olives and remaining jalapenos on top of the cheese. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!!
March 9th Celebrated History
1862
The battle between the North’s U.S.S. Monitor and the South’s C.S.S. Virginia marks a turning point in naval warfare. Originally a Union ship named the U.S.S. Merrimack and sunk by the U.S. Navy the year before to prevent capture, the Virginia was resurrected by the Confederates and clad in iron below the waterline. The Union Navy’s response was its first iron-clad vessel named the Monitor. The battle between the two ironclad warships resulted in little damage to either ship and signaled the end of the wooden warship era.
1935
Porky Pig makes his Warner Brothers animation debut in I Haven’t Got a Hat
1959
Ruth Handler introduces the first Barbie Doll at the American International Toy Fair in New York City.
2012
Jerry Lee Lewis marries for the seventh time. The 76-year-old musician married his caregiver Judith Brown who was 62 at the time.
March 9th Celebrated Birthdays
Edward Acheson – 1856
Credited with 69 patents, Edward Acheson developed synthetic abrasives, perfected methods for making graphite and producing artificial diamonds. Many of his companies continue today.
Margaret Murray Washington – 1861
Margaret Murray Washington was an advocate for women and the founder of several schools throughout her career. Her focus and programs paralleled those of her husband, Booker T. Washington in many ways.
Samual Barbar – 1910
Samuel Barber gained musical recognition for his compositions during the 20th century. His distinctive, modern style earned him two Pulitzer Prizes and an international following.
Yuri Gagarin – 1934
The Soviet cosmonaut became the first human in space on April 12, 1961, when he was launched into orbit around the Earth aboard the Vostok 1.
Raúl Juliá – 1940
The award-winning Puerto Rican actor gained international recognition during his career. Some of his most noted roles include Gomez in The Adams Family, Alejandro in Presumed Innocent, and Chico Mendes in The Burning Season.
Bobby Fischer – 1943
In 1958, the American chess player became the youngest chess master at the age of 15. Fourteen years later in 1972, Fischer became the first American chess player to take home the world championship chess title when he defeated Soviet Boris Spassky in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Juliette Binoche – 1964
The award-winning French actress has found international success. Some of her notable films include Chocolat, The English Patient, and Certified Copy.
Emmanuel Lewis – 1971
During the 1980s, Emmanuel Lewis was best-known for playing Webster in the television sitcom by the same name.
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