On January 9th, International Choreographers Day celebrates choreographers past and present. It’s also a day to show appreciation to choreographers for keeping dance alive in our hearts.

National Balloon Ascension Day on January 9th commemorates the first balloon flight in the United States in 1793. The French aeronaut, Jean Pierre Blanchard, took flight over the Walnut Street Prison in Philadelphia above a large crowd.

Across the country on January 9th each year, citizens take the lead to show support on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. 

Apricot lovers from all over the United States observe National Apricot Day every year on January 9th.

It may be a little shocking, but National Static Electricity Day is January 9th. The day explores static electricity and how we may cause it.