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News; birthdays/events; game: Saving Private Ryan movie trivia; word of the day. News; items we regret throwing away; game: getting to know you; things that celebrities are afraid of. News; a company in the U.K. was being sarcastic with a product tagline and now they have to apologize; game: general trivia; is a hot dog a 'sandwich'? News; funny things people say to unsuspecting/gullible friends/family/co-workers; at what point in your shift at work do you mentally "check out" for the day?; goodbye/fun facts....National Drive-In Movie Day falls on June 6 which is the anniversary of the first-ever drive-in opening in the U.S. in 1933 in New Jersey. Even though many people prefer to watch movies in the theater, their homes or on their phones now, a lot of people cherish the tradition of driving into a park and watching a movie on a large screen while munching on their favorite food. Drive-in theatres were popular because it was one activity the entire family could do together. Moviegoers could bring their babies, visit, and eat. Before drivein's, movie theaters didn’t allow or frowned upon large families attending a movie. The drive-in was created for seniors who found it hard to comfortably sit in indoor movie theaters. Richard M. Hollingshead Jr. made a small drive-in theater for his mom in his driveway and placed a big screen in his backyard with a Kodak projector on his car. By the late ’50s, more than 3,000 drive-ins could be found in the U.S. When cable TV, and VCRs became popular during the early ’90s, the trend of drive-in theatres began to decline.

News; birthdays/events; first The Harlem Globetrotters...now this (should most sports have an exhibition/stunt team?); word of the day. News; game: Office Space movie quiz; would you let your kids completely book your summer vacations?; surprisingly easy ways to save energy. News; game: finish the movie quotes; would you go back to a company you used to work for? (if you quit....not if you were fired); if you find non venomous snakes on your property...do you just leave them alone? News; game: everybody knows; best songs of the summer (from 1959-2015) ranker list goodbye/fun facts....national gingerbread day...traditionally we think of gingerbread as winter holiday treat...but The spice that gives gingerbread its spicy flavor originated in China, where it was traditionally used as a medical treatment. It spread to Europe via the Silk Road. Early Crusaders brought back this spice from the Middle East to experiment with. They would add it to preserved meats and medicinal remedies too. The earliest forms of gingerbread didn’t even use ginger and were not always bread — they were essentially honey cakes. The Grimm Brothers’ story “Hansel and Gretel” put gingerbread houses on the map and German settlers brought this trend to the Americas. It's a loved treat all over the world...Swedish tradition says to put gingerbread onto your palm, make a wish, and break it — if it breaks into three, your wish will come true.

News; birthdays/events; what themed cruise ship would you like to go on?; word of the day. News; would you rather have excellent cooking skills or excellent organizing skills?; best summer movie ever?; game: is Ashley as smart as a 5th grader? News; is summer about getting things done or letting kids be lazy?; what word do you have trouble pronouncing?; game: Jeopardy trivia. News; if you could invite 1 celebrity to your summer cookout...who would it be?; game: lyric quiz; goodbye/fun facts....National Cheese Day...Cheese is produced from the pressed curds of milk. The milk can come from cows, buffalo, goats, or sheep. Temperature and aging affect the flavor and texture of the cheese, as well as spices and other seasonings added during the process. Cheese making is an ancient craft. So ancient in fact it predates recorded history. It is speculated that cheese making began somewhere around 8000BCE shortly after the domestication of animals. Archeological digs have found evidence of cheese around the world including strainers coated in milk-fat molecules in Poland dated around 5500BCE. Today, cheese dishes can be found on every continent served, savory, sweet, melted, deep fried, and even chilled in ice cream and the most popular cheese in the entire world??? mozzarella!

News; birthdays/events; there are many topics we don't discuss at the holiday table...but 40% of us don't allow those same topics to be discussed at the table any time...agree?; word of the day. News; game: backwards song game; it used to just be sci-fi..but our faces can unlock so many things...now maybe even the doors to our homes!; people and their strange hobbies. News; have you ever had to cancel plans/call out of work because of something on your face (giant zit etc)?; 17% of us haven't done much physical activity since high school...what haven't you done since H.S.? things you shouldn't feel guilty about splurging on. News; game: battle of the sexes part 1; game: battle of the sexes part 2; goodbye/fun facts....Chocolate Macaroon Day...the macaroon originates from Italy and means paste. It is believed that macaroons originated some time in the 8th or 9th century in an Italian monastery. The desserts were introduced in France in 1533 when monks from the monastery joined King Henry II’s pastry chef. Traditionally made with shredded coconut, almond flour, sugar or sweetened condensed milk and egg whites. Eventually, shredded coconut replaced the almond flour. Because they did not contain any flour, Jews in Italy ate them as treats during Passover. In 1903, macaroons appeared in a cookbook under a recipe for “coconut kisses.” Macaroons recently made one popular website’s top 16 list of “All-time Favorite Cookies".

News; birthdays/events; "The Ringer" ranked the 100 best moments in sports, we'll list top 5; word of the day. News; things that spook your pets; graduation time...yearbook signing..."stay cool"; Men's Health says to lie to women in regards to their weight...agree or not? News; game: quiz; game feud; you've probably heard of "gate lice"...but what about "clockroaches" (workplace terminology) News; how important is it for you to look like your DL or passport pic?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Rocky Road Day...the rocky road dessert was first created in Australia in the year 1853. Many entrepreneurs took these confectionery items, which got spoiled due to the long journey coming from Europe and mixed them very cleverly with nuts that were locally available. Also, they added some low-quality chocolate and then tried to recover them instead of throwing them out. It was actually ingenious. The name was used as a reference to the rocky road that travelers used in order to access the goldfields. Years after that, the dessert was turned into an ice cream — invented by William Dreyer in 1929. It was created in order to lift the spirits of people who were badly affected by the crash of Wall Street and the subsequent Great Depression in the 1930s.

News; birthdays/events; when someone new walks into a group conversation...do you quickly include them?; word of the day. News; do you ever check the change compartment on vending machines? (Ashley's dad used to); if you drop the remote on the floor...is it too much effort to pick it up? (perceived effort study); game: potpourri quiz. News; what's one of the first commercial jingles you remember from when you were a kid?; first we had Marie Kondo, the Swedish death cleaning...now this; game: 3 word novel descriptions. News; worst inventions of the last 20 years; game: 1990's songs; goodbye/fun facts....National Hole In My Bucket Day pays homage to an old children’s song that goes by the same name. The song ‘There’s a Hole In My Bucket’ originated in Germany in the 1700s. It describes a deadlock situation where the character, Henry, faces problem after problem all due to a hole in his bucket. Henry attempts to find a solution through his friend Liza’s advice, but he is unsuccessful in coming up with a solid plan. Harry Belafonte and Odetta, two prominent American singers of their era, recorded the song in 1960, it reaches no. 32 on the U.K. Singles Chart. You can actually make good use of your holey buckets by recycling them. They can act as homes for plants or storage spaces for a number of things.

News; birthdays/events; Ashley & Brad S.F.A; word of the day. News; game: Forrest Gump movie trivia; Buzzfeed list...besides medicines and life essentials...what's something you simply can't live without?; would you bring your family on a work trip? News; game: famous drum intros; what healthy food puts you in a better mood?; vacations ...and even staycations are turning into "paycations". News; game: acroymn game; do you keep things in your car that no longer work? (flashlight, phone charger...etc); goodbye/fun facts....National Coq Au Vin Day...yet another dish brought to us by the French food. The name of the dish literally means ‘rooster-in-wine’. In France in the 1600s, King Henry IV is said to have wished that each of his peasants would be able to enjoy “a chicken in his pot every Sunday.” His altruistic vision seemed to have been taken seriously, since coq au vin was a French peasant’s dish, which later became popular all over Europe.....traditionally made of chicken braised in a garlicky, mushroomy, bacon-lard sauce; with plenty of wine added. However, it was chef Julia Child who really made coq au vin popular in the U.S. thanks to her seminal 1961 cookbook, “Mastering the Art of French Cooking”. Along with other mouthwatering classic French recipes, Julia Child is credited with introducing French cuisine into American kitchens all over.

News; birthdays/events; we just had a 3 day weekend...but almost 20% are planning the next getaway!!; word of the day. News; what do you do when you have 2 important events to attend?; game: minute mysteries; if college students can't use A.I. for their work...should the university be able to use A.I. for theirs? News; the average person says "I'm fine" a minimum of 9,000 times in the life...should we say "I'm fine" when we're not?; game: movie password; if you had your own personal 'on hold' music...what would you like it be? News; is there a product you love so much that you'd get the barcode tattooed on your arm? one woman did just that!; game: outburst; goodbye/fun facts.... National Hamburger Day celebrates one of America’s most iconic foods. Americans eat over 50 billion burgers a year...but they originated in Hamburg, Germany,... stemming from a 1758 recipe for a dish called the “Hamburg Sausage...there are many people and commuities that like to take credit for the origin story here in America...but the most popular story says the hamburger as we know it was developed in Seymour, Wisconsin, a town still famous for its hamburger heroics. Some of the more unusually popular topping for hamburgers: bleu cheese, coleslaw, fried egg, peanut butter, and mac & cheese.

News; birthdays/events; is it better to ask a friend or AI if you need a objective opinion?; word of the day. News; game: Batman trivia; new Summer party dessert trend; did you ever cheat in high school or college? News; game: celebrity audio book; what skill have you learned from Tik Tok?; funny stories of things your kids destroyed...that turned out to be an expensive fix! News; game: player piano music songs; voice note or voice mail?; "goodbye/fun facts...Old-Time Player Piano Day...this fun musical instrument is simply an unusual type of piano that plays by itself. Player pianos are also known as pianolas. Old-time player pianos read notes from tiny perforations on rolls of paper. The rolls are changed to allow the piano to play different songs. A prototype for the instrument was created in 1895 by Edwin Votey. His version set the template for most player pianos that followed. Player pianos were big business in the early 1900s and were widely popular for about 30 years....but began to lose popularity in 1929 after the Wall Street crash...by then the Gramaphone had taken over as the latest and greatest in musical technology. Sadly, there aren’t many player pianos that play music rolls available on the market today. There are, however, electronic players available that are capable of reproducing ‘high-resolution’ piano performances.

News; birthdays/events; have you ever been "food shamed"?; word of the day. News; if your grill is full at your bbq today...try cooking your vegetables this way; what would you do if you were undercharged at a store?; the great culinary conflict regarding the hot dog. News; game: quiz; game: feud; is there something you thought was just a few years ago...but turns out it was waaaay longer ago? (ashley story) News; is an apology always good enough to fix something?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Blueberry Cheesecake Day...blueberry cheesecake is one of the most popular desserts in the U.S. Although originating in ancient Greece, cheesecakes have today spread to the far corners of the world and each region has its own varieties of cheesecakes. One such very popular variety is the blueberry cheesecake. Legend has it that blueberry cheesecakes were fed to the athletes at the Olympic Games in Greece. While in America, cream cheese is the primary ingredient for cheesecakes, Italians prefer to use ricotta. On the other hand, Germany and Poland use quark, a special kind of curd cheese. You can have a traditional cheesecake with fresh blueberries...or try a more fancy version like blueberry mint, chocolate blueberry, or kombucha blueberry.

News; birthdays/events; do you tend to "get things done" on a 3 day weekend or just relax for 3 days?; word of the day. News; game: Ken Jennings wrong answer trivia; do you even own a cookbook anymore? have you ever "blamed it on the dog"....(not just farting)? News; game: 3 word literature; do you grab a "fresh" item at the grocery store (items behind the first row)?; experts say this is the best way to sleep...(not if you move around a lot though!) News; game: just over $1,000 pyramid; wedding registries are changing...at least in the U.K. "goodbye/fun facts....National Title Track Day is celebrated every year on the fourth Friday of May.. It’s the day in which we remember our favorite title tracks in albums and movies. But just what is the title track? To put it simply, it’s a music track that shares the name of the album or movie it belongs to. In 1957 The Movie “Jailhouse Rock” comes out as possibly the earliest movie with a title track, it stars Elvis Presley and he sings the song. We don’t really need an excuse, but if you’re an avid music fan, there are probably so many songs you love, that it’s easy to forget about some of them. Thinking exclusively about title tracks makes it easy to remember some of these songs we’ve been neglecting for some time."

News; birthdays/events; how far are you willing to drive for a new meal?; word of the day. News; situations where someone warned you not to do something....but you didn't listen!; Steinway has a very interesting traveling tour; game: Elton John/Bernie Taupin trivia. News; Fortune magazine list...low paying college degrees; clues your co-workers don't like you; game: movies trivia. News; backhanded compliments; game: password; goodbye/fun facts....National Solitaire Day...The name originated from the Latin word ‘solitarius’, meaning ‘alone’....Solitaire has five variations — this includes Klondike, FreeCell, Spider, TriPeaks, and Pyramid. Playing Solitaire boosts your memory and helps in developing your strategic skills. The original card game was introduced in Europe in the 18th century based on a peg board game from 1746...people played the popular card game for a couple hundred years...then in 1989 an intern developed the Solitaire software for Microsoft which was initially created to teach people how to use the mouse attached to computers and train them to become accustomed to the device....but people loved it so much it became a computer sensation. It was also honored in the Video Game Hall of Fame in 2019.

News; birthdays/events; game: mindtrap; word of the day. News; was there a music video (MTV era) that you remember making or breaking a band for you?; game: I should have known that; if you're mad/wanting to complain...therapists suggest doing this first. News; what are you determined to get accomplished this summer?; game: boom goes the trivia; fill in the blank...I need more _____ in my life. News; do you use coupons all the time?; if you're driving somewhere for Memorial Day and you have "car sickness" passengers...here are some helpful tips/ideas/products; goodbye/fun facts....The National Memo Day...Tracing the word’s origin, it comes from the Latin word ‘memorandum’, which means ‘it must be remembered.’ People have been using memos to convey messages and plans of action for centuries. At some point, memos were used to tell people about the changes in laws of a kingdom. And in other times, memos were used to inform soldiers and other military personnel about the next move. In modern times, the memo genre has become synonymous with businesses. Information related to meetings, policy changes, contracts, etc. chances are if you work in an office...you've seen lots of memos!

News; birthdays/events; how much would you need to make for your side hustle to be worth the effort?; word of the day. News; game: David Letterman trivia; how fast do you form an opinion about someone?; is it still cool to "work" from a coffee shop? News; game: who wants to be a fake millionaire?; NFL players in The Olympics....yes or no? bbq weekends...now or July 4th? News; game: guitar intros; things that we used to pay for but are now free; goodbye/fun facts....National Pick Strawberries Day...Right about this time of year, they start coming into season. Strawberries are members of the rose family. Strawberries offer amazing nutritional value. They are full of antioxidants, vitamin C, folic acid, fiber, etc. There are about 200 seeds in a single strawberry. Strawberries are loved worldwide. You will find a number of recipes that incorporate the fruit. You can also use the fruit for skincare and scented candles.

News; birthdays/events; would you want to shower at work?; word of the day. News; how many empty or half empty water bottles are in your car right now?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; if you could wish for one thing with no repercussions...what would it be?; do you carry food with you all the time?; besides America...what's the most beautiful country you've ever visted? News; with school almost out...what are the kids doing?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Plant Something Day... It encourages people to take a few minutes to plant something around them. It could be a flower, a tree, or an indoor plant. Any plant that grows would suffice. 90% of the food we eat comes from only about 30 plants...you can plant at home, in schools, in parks, and in other community gardens. You can share seeds with the people around you. Giving them seeds will encourage them to plant.

News; birthdays/events; can you rub your head and pat your belly?; word of the day. News; game: James Bond movies trivia; world's most odd/interesting museums; worst graduation gifts. News; game: the Brat Pack trivia; gross things we do with/for our loved ones (mom ever lick her finger and wipe your face?); life saving things you may not know. News; game: 5 second rule; when celebrities mess up on social media (which we all do)...are you quick to forgive them?; goodbye/fun facts....National Mimosa Day! This classic mixed drink, which is equal parts brut champagne and fruit juice (usually orange juice), or you can use favorite sparkling wine (it doesn't have to be expensive champagne) has become a brunch staple and a popular drink at weddings. The drink dates back to the 1920s and most likely got its name from the a yellow flower native to Australia. With a variety of ways to add a twist to this cocktail, it’s fun and easy to celebrate this drink we all find mimo-so-good! If you are under 21 or would simply prefer a non-alcoholic option then you’re in luck! Mimosas are just as tasty and refreshing when substituting ginger ale for champagne.

News; birthdays/events; when you're stressed out...is it better to talk to a calm person or another stressed out person?; word of the day. News; game: Las Vegas trivia; would you like to get luxury hotel services in an air BNB?; what's your most meaningless accomplishment? News; game: everybody knows; if you notice a hole in your clothes...will you wear it anyway?; several discontinued car brands could be making a comeback...is one of your favs on the list? News; game: final lyrics in a song; 90% of us feel we are "good" and "safe drivers"; goodbye/fun facts....Straw Hat Day celebrates the timeless wardrobe staple. Both men and women wear it in a variety of styles. The straw hat has stood the test of time, serving not only as a protection from the sun but a fashion statement. And it has been around since the Middle Ages. In Lesotho (a country in South Africa), they called it ‘mokorotlo’ — and they wore it as part of the traditional Sotho clothing. In the U.S., the Panama hat became popular due to President Theodore Roosevelt wearing it during his visit to the Panama Canal construction site. Besides the panama...several other great straw hat styles include boaters, lifeguards, and the fedora.

News; birthdays/events; do you think your parents cared about your "emotional wellbeing" when you were growing up?; word of the day. News; did you ever feel the need to "find yourself"? how did you do it?; game: Indiana Jones trivia questions; leftovers you'd rather eat cold. News; top causes of road trip arguments (2025 list); game: Robert Zemeckis trivia; do you charge your phone overnight? maybe you shouldn't! News; it's graduation time!!! wallet hub list of best cities for new graduates to launch their careers; game: 3 word movie film titles; goodbye/fun facts....Receptionists, often overworked and underappreciated, have countless responsibilities depending on where they work...they often act as the boss’ gatekeeper. Without a receptionist, there’s no way an office could go about the day to day business smoothly. not many of us could do their job for a bit (or cover for that long lunch!), or manage the front desk (but then you'd know exactly what they put up with each day.) So make sure you treat them well — especially if you have an important meeting with the CEO. Reports of bad behavior in the lobby tend to make their way to the executive suites. Don’t have an attitude when dealing with them.

News; birthdays/events; do you have a favorite game show? any new ones out there?; word of the day. News; game: Top Gun movie trivia; 30% of adults don't drink water after 3pm...but as the days get warmer...how do you stay hydrated?; finish this sentence: "happiness is___". News; game: prison commissary price is right; best Country songs of all time according to Billboard; best "cheat codes" for life. News; game: general trivia; which TV show makes you talk to or yell at the TV (besides sports)?; goodbye/fun facts....National Apple Pie Day...apple pie has been around since the Middle Ages. A Dutch cookbook dated 1514 lists a recipe for Appeltaerten. The English also had their version of apple pie, which dates back to the time of Chaucer. In Sweden, apple crumble was the gold-standard...and the French also caramelized their apples, an innovation which added a whole new dynamic to the flavor. In the 17th century, apple pie was finally brought to the American colonies...and we claimed it as our own! Soldiers during World War II were often quoted they were fighting "for Mom and apple pie." In 1970, advertisers used the patriotic connection with a commercial jingle "Baseball, hot dogs, apple pie, and Chevrolet."

News; birthdays/events; women have a tendency to take off their shoes at the movies (with the reclining seats)...do you take your shoes off in public places? (work...on a plane...etc)?; word of the day. News; do you haggle? how often? on what types of products/services?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; do you have a favorite color as an adult...is it the same as when you were a kid? do you buy lots of things in that color?; people who clean their house more are happier...do you have a favorite chore?; would you like to try yoga if it involved baby animals? News; game: calendar trivia; would you move to another continent if you never had to deal with mosquitos again in your life?; goodbye/fun facts....National Limerick Day celebrates the birthday of English artist, illustrator, author, and poet Edward Lear who is known mostly for his literary nonsense in poetry, prose, and limericks. Limerick poems were popularized in Lear’s book “Book of Nonsense” in 1846. A limerick is a very short, humorous, nonsense poem. Within a limerick, there are five lines. The first two lines rhyme with the fifth line and the third and fourth line rhyme together. Most limericks begin by describing a person and place, and then the rest of the lines describe that person’s actions.