Quote From A Great Entertainer
“Part of show business is magic. You don’t know how it happens.” Sammy Davis, Jr., died on May 16, 1990
Fun Facts
80 Years Ago . . .
On May 15, 1940, the first McDonald’s restaurant opened in San Bernardino, California. Burgers sold at 15¢, fries at 10¢, an ice-cold Coke for 10¢,…
March Is National Noodle Month!
The National Pasta Association has named the month of March as National Noodle Month. Here are some fun facts about our favorite comfort food: It…
Fun Facts About The Daytona 500
The 62nd running of the Daytona 500 is scheduled for February 16th and this year’s race will surely be another one for the record books….
Remembering Steve Jobs
“Design is a funny word. Some people think design means how it looks. But of course, if you dig deeper, it’s really how it works.”…
70 Years Ago . .
On February 8, 1950, the first-ever payment by credit card was made. The founders of Diners Club (now Diners Club International) paid their restaurant bill…
Fun Facts About Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day will be celebrated on February 14th, so let’s take a look at some fun facts for this holiday: • Pope Gelasius declared February…
Remembering A Character From The “City Slickers” Movie
“The only two things you can depend upon are gravity and greed.” Jack Palance, born February 18, 1919
50 Years Ago . . .
On February 9, 1969, the Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet made its first flight. This plane can accommodate up to 660 passengers. Over 1,500 have been…
Remembering A Great President
“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” President Theodore Roosevelt, died January 6, 1919
70 Years Ago . . .
January 10, 1949, RCA launched the 7-inch 45-rpm vinyl record. The first records and the 45 players were released to the public in March, 1949….
Remembering Shirley Temple
“I stopped believing in Santa Claus when I was six. Mother took me to see him in a department store and he asked for my…