FEBRUARY 9, 2024 | NATIONAL PIZZA DAY | NATIONAL CUT THE CORD DAY | NATIONAL NO ONE EATS ALONE DAY | NATIONAL TOOTHACHE DAY | NATIONAL BAGEL AND LOX DAY DAY
NATIONAL PIZZA DAY
The wait is over! The first episode of "Destination Celebration" is now available for your viewing pleasure. This National Pizza Day, join LaToya and Marlo as they dive into the cheesy depths of pizza celebrations across the globe. Witness the magic of shared traditions and the joy of discovery right from the comfort of your home.
Ready for your pizza journey? Watch the episode now at Destination Celebration Show and see how every day is a reason to celebrate!
NATIONAL CUT THE CORD DAY
Break free from expensive cable bills on February 9th by celebrating National Cut the Cord Day! The streaming movement has rapidly grown over the past five years, and it doesn't show any signs of stopping. As the digital world supplies more choices, it also provides the flexibility, selection, and reliability we've been looking for. So it's no surprise that industry analysts estimate that up to six million people will cut the cord on traditional TV subscriptions in 2020. Read more...
NATIONAL NO ONE EATS ALONE DAY
On an early Friday in February, lunchrooms across America have accepted the mission started by National No One Eats Alone Day. Read more...
NATIONAL TOOTHACHE DAY
National Toothache Day on February 9th is a not so subtle reminder of the importance of dental care. Also known as odontalgia, a toothache is pain generating from a tooth or multiple teeth. Read more...
NATIONAL BAGEL AND LOX DAY DAY
National Bagel and Lox Day recognizes one of America's favorite bagel combinations on February 9th. Read more...
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February 9th Celebrated History
1825
When the 1825 election came to the Electoral College, no candidate held a majority vote. The House of Representatives elected John Quincy Adams who came in second in the popular vote after Andrew Jackson.
1870
President Ulysses S. Grant signs a joint resolution of Congress establishing the U.S. Weather Bureau under the Secretary of War.
1895
William George Morgan of Lockport, New York, invents a game called Mintonette based on the game of badminton. The name would later be changed to volleyball.
1971
National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York elects Satchel Paige as the first Negro League player to be honored.
February 9th Celebrated History
Thomas Paine - 1737
The American Founding Father authored influential essays including Common Sense and The American Crisis which helped sway Colonial support for independence. However, by the end of his life, Paine had lost much of the respect of his peers.
William Henry Harrison - 1773
In 1841, the 9th President of the United States became the oldest person to be elected to the highest office in the country. Thirty-two days later, he died of pneumonia, serving the shortest term in presidential history.
Amy Lowell - 1874
The award-winning American poet published several collections of poems. Her collections include A Dome of Many-Coloured Glass and Sword Blades and Poppy Seed.
Carole King - 1942
Since the 1960s, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter has produced a number of hit
songs for artists such as Bobby Vee, The Drifters, and Aretha Franklin.
Mia Farrow - 1945
For nearly 6 decades, the award-winning American actress has wowed audiences on stage and screen with her performances. Her most notable films include Rosemary's Baby, The Great Gatsby, and Hannah and Her Sisters.
Enjoy!
The staff at National Day Calendar
