JUNE 23, 2024 | NATIONAL PECAN SANDIES DAY | NATIONAL HYDRATION DAY | NATIONAL DETROIT-STYLE PIZZA DAY | NATIONAL PINK DAY
NATIONAL PECAN SANDIES DAY
If you enjoy cookies, then National Pecan Sandies Day on June 23 is a day worth celebrating. The American food holiday is observed annually and offers bakers and cookie lovers a chance to enjoy a classic cookie. Read more...
NATIONAL HYDRATION DAY
The games get intense under the hot summer sun and on June 23, National Hydration Day reminds us to replace fluids lost in the heat of battle. Read more...
NATIONAL DETROIT-STYLE PIZZA DAY
Did someone say pizza? Of course! It's June 23 and National Detroit-Style Pizza Day! Join us as we celebrate the birthplace of the American Automobile and Motown. recognizes the square-cut pizza style first served at Buddy's Pizza in 1946 in the city that also gave the Mustang, and the first paved road. And Detroit-Style Pizza is arguably Detroit’s greatest contribution! Read more...
NATIONAL PINK DAY
Each year on June 23, National Pink Day colors the world in vibrant shades of pink and explores everything it represents. Read more...
On Deck for June 24, 2024
National Days
NATIONAL PRALINES DAY
NATIONAL TAKE BACK THE LUNCH BREAK DAY
Celebrated History for June 23
1926
The first SAT exam is administered by the College Board.
1961
Signed by 12 nations in 1959, the Antarctic Treaty takes effect. The treaty reserves the Antarctic continent for peaceful, scientific endeavors.
1964
A patent for the hula-hoop was issued to Arthur Melin. The toymaker was part owner of Wham-O and know n for making slingshots and a popular toy known today as the Frisbee.
2016
The British people vote in favor of Brexit - leaving the European Union.
Celebrated Birthdays for June 23
June Carter Cash - 1929
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter began her career with the Carter Sisters. She would later marry country singer Johnny Cash. Shortly before her death, she won two Grammys for her album Wildwood Flower.
Wilma Rudolph - 1940
The American track and field athlete became the first woman to win three gold medals when she competed at the 1960 Rome Olympics.
Clarence Thomas - 1948
Replacing the first, and currently the only African-American United States Supreme Court Justice, Clarence Thomas has served on the court since 1991. The conservative attorney would grab headlines during his hearings due to accusations of harassment but would be confirmed by the slimmest of margins by the Senate.
Francis McDormand - 1957
The award-winning actress has achieved the uncommon status of the Triple Crown of Acting. With awards from the Academy Awards, Golden Globes and the Emmys, McDormand has received critical success. She has also been recognized by the British Academy.
