This holiday doesn't celebrate the sweet and tart drink but rather, the encouragement of young entrepreneurs.
Lemonade Day (August 20th)
100
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, this entertainer is best known as "Satchmo," appeared in many films and is best known for renditions of It's a Wonderful World and Hello, Dolly.
Jazz trumpet player Louis Armstrong (August 4, 1901-1971)
100
What was the reason for the widespread popularity of camping?
The main reason was the affordability of the automobile, which made everywhere accessible.
100
What years of birth would qualify you as being a baby boomer?
a. Inclusive years 1948-1960
b. Inclusive years 1945-1965
c. Inclusive years 1946-1964
d. Inclusive years 1946-1966
c. Inclusive years 1946-1964
200
If you are lucky, when you go to the Farmers Market, you might get some "insider advice" from one of these people.
The farmers that grow the produce
200
This is an example of what we celebrated on August 18th.
Cops
Cops chasing bad guys
it's reality tv
the only thing on
Bad Poetry Day
200
Effective at noon, August 9, 1974, he resigned.
Richard M. Nixon. Facing possible impeachment by Congress, he became the only U.S. President ever to resign.
200
How many Americans go camping each year?
a. 10 million
b. 15 million
c. 47 million
c. Every year, more than 47 million Americans go camping.
200
In July of 1966 The Lovin' Spoonful topped the charts with what song?
Summer in the City
300
many products are labeled this, meaning grown without chemicals.
organic
300
Although we don't have any in our local area, this day gives us a chance to give thanks to their engineering marvel.
Skyscraper Appreciation Day (August 10th)
300
On August 14, 1935, President Roosevelt signed this act, establishing the system which guarantees pensions to those who retire at age 65
Social Security Act
300
How do you know what size tent to purchase?
Look for the label indicating the maximum capacity of the tent.
300
Who became the first American to orbit the earth?
John Glenn
400
When going to the Farmers Market, what should you plan to bring with you?
Money (small bills and change are helpful)
Reusable bags
A cart or wagon if you plan on buying larger items.
Your sense of adventure for new and exciting fruits and veggies.
400
Common flavorings of this liquid are vanilla, wintergreen, cherry tree bark, licorice root, , nutmeg, acacia, anise, molasses, cinnamon, and honey.
Root Beer Float Day (August 6th)
400
On August 15, 1969 this three-day concert began. The event came to symbolize the counter-culture movement of the 1960's.
Woodstock
400
What was the name for the first organized campers?
Campers were called "tin can tourists."
400
Before 1963 the nightly news telecasts on NBC and CBS were how long?
a. 15 minutes
b. 20 minutes
c. 30 minutes
d. 60 minutes
a. 15 minutes
500
Which two peanut farmers have been elected President of the United States?
Thomas Jefferson and Jimmy Carter.
500
The average American woman owns approximately 21 pairs of these.
Underpants, National Underpants day (August 5th)
500
On August 18, 1920, The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. What did it do?
The 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote.
500
In how many shapes are sleeping bags offered?
Sleeping bags are offered in two shapes: mummy and rectangle
500
Sandy Koufax leads which team over the New Yankees in the World Series in 1963?