November Facts
This Sunday at AM marks the end of this day, where we set our clocks back one hour. What is this?
Born on November 13th in New York, this comedian, actress and TV host was the first Black Woman to win all four major Entertainment awards (Emmy, Grammy, Tony, Oscar). She has notable movie appearances that started in the 90s to becoming a moderator on a popular TV talk show (The View). She is also known for her many activist works including human rights and children's issues.
Whoopi Goldberg
This is a type of device that records visual images, usually in 2D or 3D form. It can be in the form of photos, films, or video signals.
Camera
Featured in the Looney Tunes, this canary bird with a cute voice appears to be an innocent sweet character, who lives with a cat and dog at Grandma's house.
Tweety Bird
This birthstone is Earth's hardest natural substance. They are found in every color of the rainbow and are formed 100 miles under the Earth and carried to the surface by volcanic activity. The United States is the world's largest market of this birthstone.
April: Diamond
This holiday is observed on November 11th this year, which is set to honor and appreciate all who have served in the United States military. It's also called Remembrance day, in Canada.
Veterans Day
Born on November 12th, this American actress and singer was born in Brooklyn, getting her first major role in a 1999 series called "Get Real". She made her first big screen debut in a 2001 movie as a klutzy teenager with Julie Andrews. She's known for her role in a 2006 movie with Meryl Streep and a 2012 musical where she won an Academy Award.
Anne Hathaway
This isolated piece of habitat is typically surrounded by water, typically isolated or detached from all other areas. Another name for many countries on its own.
Island
This larger than human puppet debuted in 1969, as a main character in this TV show. Despite its big stature, it has a childlike personality, that is curious about the world around him, always wanting to be included and values his friends. He easily became one of the world's most beloved children's characters (Sesame Street)
Big Bird
Known for its bright color, it is a traditional gift for those celebrating 15 year anniversaries or 40 year anniversaries. It's color represents the month featuring scorching temperatures, summery barbecues, sweet fruit and sparkling fireworks for our patriotism.
July: Ruby
In Mexican culture, celebrated between the 1st and 2nd of November, is a day to remember and honor those who have departed. They say on this holiday, the spirits return home for the night to visit their loved ones.
Day of the dead, die de los Muertos
Born on November 27th, this American engineer legend was known for a TV show, not just aimed to educate children, but also for adults. He is responsible for the creation of the educational magnifying glass created by filling a clear plastic bag with water. He is also a strong endorser for bowties, that he wore all the time.
Bill Nye the Science Guy
This is an official approval issued by the government agency that allows you or your contractor to proceed with a project on a property.
Permit
This seagull character is one of Ariel's friends, who provides her with support and advice when learns that Ariel has to win Eric's heart in three days. He presents himself as an expert on human objects.
Scuttle: Little Mermaid
The gemstone to celebrates 20 year anniversaries was once believed to give the individual who wears it the ability to see the future, reveal the truth and protect against evil spells. Some also believed it was worn to cure diseases such as malaria. Cleopatra had a well-known love for this birthstone.
May: Emerald
November's full moon traditionally represents this animal, as it was based on how these animal traps were set in the Colonial Area. These large rodents is known for having a large flat tail, that helps it live with its daily functions such as a rudder when it swims or a prop when it sits or stands up.
Beaver (Moon)
Born Today on November 4th, this American actor with Southern charm first gained notice for his breakout role in the 1993 movie Dazed and confused. He continued his success in the 90s as a bloodthirsty killer in 1994 (Texas Chainsaw) and a lawyer in 1996 (time to kill). By the early 2000s, he was frequently cast in romantic comedies (how to lose a guy in 10 days and wedding planner). He won best actor in a dream in 2013 (Dallas buyers club) and best actor in a drama in 2014 (True Detective). He earned himself a star on the Hollywood walk of fame in 2014. His net worth stands at 95 million
Matthew McConaughey
This type of individual has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or property. One that rents or leases from someone else.
Tenant
The main character of this 2005 Disney film, this rooster warns everyone in his town to run for their lives, sending all into a frenzy. He informs the Fire department at a piece of the sky shaped like a stop sign had fallen on his head, but is unable to find the piece. A year later, he gets hit on the head with the same piece only to find out it's a device that blends into his surroundings. The character is out to restore his reputation and save his town.
Chicken Little
The variety of this birthstone gives off different colors but mostly features a yellow golden color. The ancient Greeks believed that this stone gave them strength. The Indians would wear this above their heart to ensure long life, beauty and intelligence.
November: Golden Topaz, Topaz (Citrine)
On November 5th, this quirky holiday was introduced the 1930s when a cartoon writer created the notion that all unmarried ladies were responsible for pursuing the men. It eventually led to dance events, that even colleges started to promote. It was a fun way for the women to lead by example. The date of this "holiday" now varies among the United States
Sadie Hawkins day. Sadie Hawkins dance
Celebrating her 60th birthday on November 19th, this American actress from Los Angeles. She began her professional career as a young child in commercials with her first television show appearance in 1968. She appeared in some Disney films in the 1970s and really drew attention for her role in a 1976 movie with Robert De Niro. She continued to progress as she won a Golden Globe and Academy Award for a 1988 performance as a rape survivor (The Accused). She then became highly known for her 1991 movie as an FBI trainee, who interviews a serial killer. (Silence of the Lambs, Hannibal Lecter)
Jodie Foster
This type of simple government or system that has a specific way of doing things. It's a set of rules defining how politics work in a country.
Regime
The most consistent and closest companion to Harry Potter, his pet owl is the most clever, having the ability to deliver mail to an individual without an address. She was the first real gift that Hagrid gave Harry, after his parents died.
Hedwig
This birthstone has a reputation of protecting one's well being. It evokes the colors of the sea, symbolizing the purity of spirit and soul. In 1936, the government of Brazil gave first lady Eleanor Roosevelt this as a gift. The largest of this gemstone is found at an FDR library and museum in New York city.
March: Aquamarine or (Bloodstone)