Famous Birthdays
Dolly Parton (78 y/o, Jan. 19)
On January 1st, 1776 George Washington unveiled this symbol of America, which originally had 13 stars.
The American Flag
This holiday is full of fun celebrations like the ball drop, fireworks, and mummers!
New Year's Eve/Day
to move at a speed faster than a walk.
ran/run
This famous astronaut was the second person to step foot on the moon and a NJ native!
Buzz Aldrin (94 y/o, Jan 20)
President Bill Clinton made an emphatic denial of charges that he had an affair with this white house intern.
Monica Lewinsky
This holiday is celebrated on Jan. 15th to remember this famous man who fought for civil rights and had a dream of peace.
MLK day
urn
This famous TV show host is known for her pantsuits and for playing the lovable and wacky fish, Dory, in Finding Nemo!
Ellen DeGeneres (66 y/o, Jan. 26)
In Londonderry, Northern Ireland, 13 Roman Catholics were killed by British troops during a banned civil rights march.
Bloody Sunday
Traditions of this holiday include fireworks, traditional food, the giving of red envelopes, dragon shows and lighting lanterns.
Chinese New Year
a body of people (typically twelve in number) sworn to give a verdict
jury
This famous composer from Austria is known for his sonatas and opera "The Magic Flute".
Wolfgang Mozart (262 y/o, Jan. 27)
On January 25, 1947, this famous Gangster who once controlled organized crime in Chicago, died in Miami at age 48.
Al Capone
This weeklong celebration is meant to appreciate those who work in "life enrichment" They're often the life of the party and always know just how to have fun!
Activity Professionals Week
a wide-mouthed cylindrical container made of glass
Jar
DAILY TRIPLE
This singer and actor, often referred to as the "Prince of Pop", is most known for his time with the hit band NSYNC
Justin Timberlake (43 y/o, Jan. 31)
The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. For nearly 14 years the manufacture, transportation, and sale of this substance was illegal.
Alcohol
DAILY DOUBLE!
This holiday celebrates the knowledge of "details, or pieces of information that are little importance or value"
Trivia Day
spun thread
yarn