June

The Rainbow Flag flies high this month. It waves above crowds celebrating all around the world. Its colors speak to individual hearts and minds. Regardless of how we define ourselves, the flag inspires us to always be true to who we are. There was a time before Pride Month when that could get complicated. Little […]

By the close of last year’s Thanksgiving weekend, surviving turkeys sighed with relief.   We are roughly halfway to this year’s holiday and, once again, eager to indulge in the tasty bird. June is Turkey Lovers’ Month. This is the perfect time to try new recipes. If you have thought about smoking or deep-frying a […]

Do you know what day it is? Do you know what day it is? Do you know what day it is?   Observed annually on June 3, today is Repeat Day, an Obsessive-Compulsive’s dream come true. You can rejoice in the overwhelming drive to wash your hands seven times before leaving the bathroom and to […]

Did you ever think that being a single female, over a certain age, would be something to celebrate?   There was a time when women, in that category, were dubbed old maids or spinsters.   We have, indeed, come a long way. Old Maid’s Day, observed annually on June 4, gives women who are single […]

Doughnuts have their day of honor on the first Friday in June and folks line up to celebrate National Doughnut Day. This popular treat is a marvelous sweet to behold! Chicago was home to the first official Doughnut Day. In 1938, the event was created by The Salvation Army to honor volunteers who served doughnuts […]

Who is the one person that really knows you right down to your soul? Who has witnessed the good, the bad and the ugly? Who is willing to ride, by your side, the turbulent roller coaster of life? Your best friend. It could be your partner or your sibling. It could be the person with […]

When he throws a tantrum, spit flies. His voice sounds like it’s been through a dozen cheese graters. He waddles through life pantless, but he never swims without trunks. So, why do we celebrate Donald Duck Day on June 9th? We don’t judge him. He makes us feel a little better about our own shortcomings. […]

Celebrate Iced Tea Day, observed annually on June 10, by savoring your favorite creation of this classic chilled beverage. Iced teas have come a long way since the days of steeping a bag of tea leaves for an amber-hued liquid. Today’s flavor variations include white and green leaves in addition to the classic black. Traditionally, […]

If your soufflés occasionally turn soupy or your blintzes sometimes get blitzed, take heart in knowing that every year, one day is set aside in observance of disastrous kitchen endeavors. Kitchen Klutzes of America Day, celebrated annually on June 13, is a lighthearted recognition of those times when our best gastronomic intentions utterly fail us. […]

When it comes to cakes, frostings and toppings, we all have our favorites.   How satisfying would it be to sit down to a dessert that offers many of your favorite cravings in one sweet serving? You can discover just how satisfying it is on June 13, Cupcake Lovers’ Day. The cupcake began as a […]

It’s good they get smarter every day because they hold the world’s future in their small hands. It’s good we have a place in their lives because they need our love and protection. National Children’s Day, recognized the second Sunday in June, is their special date on the calendar, and its observance has grown from […]

Call everybody out for a relaxing afternoon of sipping and nibbling in fresh air and natural lighting.   Today is International Picnic Day, celebrated annually on June 18. Picnics were once formal affairs. Victorians donned their finest frocks and consumed feasts of elegant edibles from delicate dishes. Today, picnics are casual, folks can dine in […]

If you’ve never done it before, it’s time to get your feet wet. If you already love the sport, get ready to wade in deep.   On June 18, Go Fishing Day lands on our calendars with a splash. What drives people from all walks of life to cast their luck into ponds, lakes, rivers, […]

Juneteenth is a summer celebration with an unusual backstory. If you are not familiar with its history, consider this:   Imagine getting news that instantly changes your life for the better.   It makes the future infinitely brighter for your children and their children. Now, imagine getting that news more than two years late. That […]

We only get three months? That’s just not fair.   According to the calendar, it starts near the end of June and ends near the end of September. That’s not enough time, but arguing with an almanac pinned to the wall is pointless. The weather is beautiful before June, so pretending that it starts early […]

Put down that can and ‘just say no’ to another tuna casserole. Instead, serve up a fish of the whiskered kind in honor of National Catfish Day. Named for its whiskers but labeled a bottom-feeder, it wouldn’t appear to be very appetizing. Obviously President Ronald Reagan believed this ray-finned specimen to be special when, on […]

They cut our hair, create amazing manicures, and apply our makeup for very special occasions. And although we often take them for granted, every year, when June 26 rolls around, we are reminded that our hard-working cosmetologists and stylists deserve extra thanks. Designated as a holiday more than a decade ago, Beauticians’ Day is the […]

Today is Sunglasses Day. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to seek out the coolest pair of sunglasses you own. Posting a selfie, sporting these conversation-starting shades, is only part of your assignment. Sunglasses Day, observed annually on June 27, is the brainchild of The Vision Council to raise awareness of the […]

You don’t need an excuse these days. You might do it for purely aesthetic reasons. It could be a way to express your eternally non-conforming spirit. If you’ve already done it, you’re well on your way to celebrating International Body Piercing Day this June 28. There was a time when you did it to ward […]

Cameras and the art of photography have a long and varied past that has been around the world and back.   It is time to dig out that old camera and take some stunning photos, because June 29 is Camera Day! The first photographic image to be taken was in 1825 by Joseph Niepce’s heliograph, […]