The secondweek of February has some cra-a-a-a-zy celebrations along with foodie fun and music memories! We are just one week away from Valentine's Day so expect a prelude and a bit of Valentine's Day history throughout the week. As with week one, better get started or we'll turn around to suddenly realize another month has gone! Time to...
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February 7 is...
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Beatles Come to America!
Today in Music History: February 7, 1964
Stay indoors! Beetles invade America's shores! Not the insect but might as well have been with all the hysteria in the midst.
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February 8 is...
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Stars and Stripes Newspaper Revived
Today in History: February 8, 1918
World War I created a need for the revival of the Stars and Stripes newspaper. So, on February 8, 1918, the paper resumed in Paris as a means to serve American troops stationed in Europe. Keep in mind this was wartime.
PLUS What is a newspaper without Sunday comics!
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February 9 is...
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February 10 is...
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The first ever Gold Record
Today in Music History: February 10, 1942
The sale of 1.2 million copies of "Chattanooga Choo Choo" rewarded this famous musician with the first ever Gold Record.
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Remembering America's Sweetheart
(April 23, 1928 - February 10, 2014)
A super smile, bubbly persona, bouncing curls and ability to capture the hearts of her viewers are irreplaceable earning this film personality the title of America's sweetheart.
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February 11 is...
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The Nation's First Hospital
This Day in History: February 11, 1752
Have you ever wondered about the building of the first hospital...the who, what, when, where and how? Visit on this day for a look and gather some interesting facts along the way.
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February 12 is...
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Georgia, Abe, Great Automobile Race, NAACP, Vietnam & a Rhapsody
This Day in History: February 12, 1773, 1809, 1908, 1909, 1973 plus Music History 1924 and 1964
Every day is a historical day, only some days are just more memorable than others.
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February 13 is...
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February 7 is...
Super Bowl Sunday
Check out the posts leading up to the big game...
Super Bowl Nostalgia
Super TGIF!
Inside the Stadium...Super Bowl 50
Partey! Parte-e-ey! PARTE-E-EY!
What Makes the Super Bowl 'SUPER'?
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| They're sweeping the country! |
Today in Music History: February 7, 1964
Stay indoors! Beetles invade America's shores! Not the insect but might as well have been with all the hysteria in the midst.
Go Fly a Kite Day!
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It's not the month of March but still a month with windy days! Fly, fly away! But not home. Sail away, sail away! But not on the ocean. Soar away! Soar away! But not a bird. What am I? A KITE!
Today in History: February 8, 1918
World War I created a need for the revival of the Stars and Stripes newspaper. So, on February 8, 1918, the paper resumed in Paris as a means to serve American troops stationed in Europe. Keep in mind this was wartime.
PLUS What is a newspaper without Sunday comics!
Read in the Bathtub Day
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Why not relax in style? Read in the Bathtub Day sends out vibes of disconnecting the phone, locking the door, picking out your favorite book and simply enjoying time for yourself.
The Brolly, Gamp or Bumbershoot
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There are many items in existence whose names have changed (not to protect the innocent) from one century to the next. If you do not recognize the names, the image is a surefire giveaway!
Today in Music History: February 10, 1942
The sale of 1.2 million copies of "Chattanooga Choo Choo" rewarded this famous musician with the first ever Gold Record.
(April 23, 1928 - February 10, 2014)
A super smile, bubbly persona, bouncing curls and ability to capture the hearts of her viewers are irreplaceable earning this film personality the title of America's sweetheart.
Funny Day, Weird Day Celebrations!
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So many different things being celebrated on this one day! Yep! February 11 has been designated with eight, that's right, 8 celebrations! You don't want to miss this day's announcements!
This Day in History: February 11, 1752
Have you ever wondered about the building of the first hospital...the who, what, when, where and how? Visit on this day for a look and gather some interesting facts along the way.
NATIONAL PLUM PUDDING DAY
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What? No plums in Plum Pudding?
What is the idea of a pudding that is usually served around Christmas but celebrated in February and named after a fruit that is not even an ingredient in the recipe?
Georgia, Abe, Great Automobile Race, NAACP, Vietnam & a RhapsodyThis Day in History: February 12, 1773, 1809, 1908, 1909, 1973 plus Music History 1924 and 1964
Every day is a historical day, only some days are just more memorable than others.
Around the WORLD!
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World Radio Day seeks raise awareness about the importance of radio, facilitate access to information through radio and enhance networking among broadcasters.
Honor Before the Medal
This Day in History: February 13, 1861
What do you know about the action which brought about someone receiving the Medal of Honor? After all, actions are the foundation upon which awards are based.
