Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Daily Calendar Oct. 1

Since it's the first of the month there are lots of things today: I'll try to pick out the more interesting ones.

Disney World Opened Anniversary (1971): Seeing that both my husband and I have Mickey tattoos, this is my personal favorite of the day. Oh I miss WDW!

Cd Player Debuts Anniversary (1982): The first compact disc play, jointly developed by Sony, Philips, and Polygram, went on sale. It cost $625 (more than $1,000 in current dollars.)

Super Mario Brothers Released Anniversary (1985): The Nintendo Entertainment System for home use was introduced adn the popular game for the NES, Super Mario Brothers, was released on this date.

World Vegetarian Day: Celebration of vegetarianism's benefits to humans, animals and our planet. http://www.worldvegetarianday.org/


National Go on a Field Trip Month: A month to highlight the importance of the field trip as a way to help children learn. Studies show that children learn 40 - 60 percent more outside the classroom. The field trip is a great way to teach valuable life skills.

National Roller Skating Month: A month-long celebration recognizing the health benefits and recreational enjoyment of this long-loved pastime.

National Popcorn Poppin' Month: to celebrate the wholesome, economical, natural food value of popcorn. America's native snack. www.popcorn.org

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