Born This Month
Born in 1895 as Moses Teichman, he was an American ballroom dancer and businessman, whose name is most often associated with the dance studio chain that bears his name.
Arthur Murray April 4, 1895 – March 3, 1991
Fresh fish is always healthier than frozen fish. True or False?
False. Unless you know for sure it's high-quality fresh fish, go with frozen. A lot of fish is flash frozen on the boat right after it's caught.
What kind of hat was made famous by JFK's wife?
Pillbox Hat
Who or what is gumbo?
a. A person who has lost his or her dentures
b. A single Wellington boot
c. A soup or stew
d. Barnum and Bailey's first circus elephant
c. A soup or stew
Abe Odd Hull Up Hop
A Bottle of Pop
Born on April 9th, She has twin granddaughters living with her that give her daily entertainment.
Donna Collins!
What percentage of world population depends on the ocean for food? a. 5% b. 10% c. 50% d. 2%
B. 10% of the world's population depends on fisheries for their livelihoods, and 4.3 billion people are reliant on fish for 15 percent of their animal protein intake,
I am a lady dressing for a fancy dinner in high society in 1925. After assuring my dress, shoes and handbag were in order, I turned to the issue of my hat. Which bell-shaped style would be most appropriate?
a. Cloche b. Fedora c. Sombrero d. Pillbox
Cloche. A cloche is a bell-shaped hat invented in France. It also inspired a hair-style designed to complement its shape - the Eton Crop.
What is a Ponzi Scheme?
a. A Sophia Loren movie
b. Fraudulent investment scam
c. A design for a new Italian car
d. A new diet
Fraudulent investment scam
Abe Rye Tidy Yeah
A Bright Idea
This Commission on Aging regular spent a long career as a successful mechanic.
George Lobsinger, Born April 29, 1924
People who eat fish regularly have a lower risk of:
a Heart disease
b Stroke
c Depression
d All of the above
d. The benefits of regularly eating healthy fish keep piling up. It lowers blood pressure, cuts the risk of irregular heartbeats, and drops the risk of fatal heart disease by 36%.
As a young adult, I proudly wore my mortarboard and switched a tassel from right to left when the ceremony was finished. What US celebration would one find this interesting square hat?
School Graduation
In a circus, a funambulist is also known as a what?
Tightrope walker
Abe Who Beat Wrap
A Booby Trap
This "Red Headed Stranger" has been making successful country music since the mid 1950's.
Willie Hugh Nelson, born April 29, 1933
How many servings of fish per week does the American Heart Association recommend?
Two. The American Heart Association recommends at least two servings of fish per week, especially fatty fish high in omega-3 fatty acids. What's a serving? About 3.5 ounces -- a little bigger than the palm of a woman's hand.
Which sultry female movie star of the 1930s created a sensation by wearing a top hat and tails in one of her first American movie roles?
a. Marlene Dietrich
b. Hedy Lamarr
c. Clara Bow
d. Lorraine Day
Marlene Dietrich made her 1931 American film debut in the movie, "Morocco". Her role as a night club singer in this movie shocked audiences with her attire.
What do these names have in common: Weepy, Cranky, Hungry, Helpful, Tearful, Lazy, Wistful?
Alternative names suggested for the Seven Dwarfs
Able Ankle Hook
A Blank Look
This COA Pool shark is also rumored to be pretty smooth on roller skates.
Clarence Cummings, born April 25th.
Eating fish can help your memory as you age. True of False?
Fish really might be brain food. Studies have found that eating baked or broiled fish once a week -- over the long term -- seems to help people keep their short-term memory sharp.
Which comic book character was famous for wearing his crown beanie?
The Crown Beanie worn by Jughead in comic books was made by taking a fedora hat and cutting the brim in a zigzag fashion and then turning the brim up.
Which two Monopoly game tokens are articles that can be worn?
The top hat and the shoe
Able Hiss Heard
A Blizzard