May Holidays & Observances
Observed on the last Monday of May, this Federal holiday was originally known as Decoration Day.
What Is Memorial Day.
On May 5,1961, this astronaut became the first American in space.
Who is Alan Shepard?
This green, spear-like vegetable reaches its peak in May; the "white" variety is grown underground to prevent photosynthesis.
What is "asparagus".
May 13th is dedicated to this "apple of the earth", specifically in its "French" fried form.
What is a potato?
Many Christian denominations celebrate this event on a Thursday in May, marking the return of Jesus to heaven 40 days after Easter.
What is Ascension Day.
Born May 29, 1917, he remains the youngest person ever elected to the presidency and the first born in the 20th century.
Who is John F. Kennedy?
This is the National Fruit of the Month for May. It is a unique "fruit" because its seeds are located on the outside rather than the inside.
What is a Strawberry?
On May 5th, Americans consume millions of pounds of this green fruit, primarily in the form of a dip.
What is Avacado?
May 4th is an unofficial holiday for fans of this blockbuster science fiction film franchise. With its futuristic setting known for Jedi, spaceships, Droids, and the phrase,"May the 4th Be With You".
What is Star Wars?
Born May 8th, 1884, this U.S. President was the only one in history whose middle initial "S" did not actually stand for a name.
Who is Harry S. Truman?
Often confused with a fruit, this tart red stalk is a vegetable that peaks in May and is famously paired with strawberries in pies.
What is rhubarb?
May 15th celebrates this "chocolate-nut" spread that was originally created in Italy during WWII due to a cocoa shortage.
What is Nutella?
Created by Anna Jarvis in 1908, this holiday was officially established by President Woodrow Wilson in 1914 to be held on the second Sunday of May.
What is Mother's Day?
On May 7th, 1992, this "sleeper" amendment(originally proposed in 1789)was finally ratified, preventing Congress from giving itself mid-term pay raises. Is it:
A-The 27th Amendment
B-The 19th Amendment
C-The 22nd Amendment
What is A, The 27th Amendment?
Known as "spring onions", these are harvested in May before the bulb has fully spread, giving them a milder flavor than mature onions.
What are scallions?
John Martin revolutionized the kitchen by introducing the first "pop-up" version of this appliance for home use.
What is a toaster?
This Jewish holiday, which often falls in May, marks the 33rd day of the Counting of the Omer and is celebrated with bonfires and outings.
What is Lag BaOmer?
On May 1,1931 this famous skyscraper opened in New York City.
What is Empire State Building?
In the UK, the "season" for this luxury fungus, often called "the diamond of the kitchen", begins in May for the summer variety.
What is a Truffle?
This crystalline compound, used as a levening agent, was first patented in the U.S. in May 1846 by Church & Dwight.
What is baking soda?