Friday, February 3, 2017

Bubble Gum Day February 3, 2017

DIANE'S CORNER ... Celebrate Bubble Gum Day
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”For some reason, chewing gum for me gets my brain going.
– Brie Larson
That’s been our experience too. Something about keeping the jaw closed and chewing makes the brain just focus in and start concentrating. That’s why Bubble Game Day came into existence, with the twin goals of generating charity contributions and allowing kids to chew gum in school! So bring out your .50c, make a donation, and get to chew gum in school all day. Isn’t it about time you had something to take your mind off of Calculus?
Bubblegum Day began in 2006, when author Ruth Spiro, decided that the world needed a day focused around education, philanthropy, and best of all bubble gum! It was such a phenomenal success that an entire institution built up around it, encourages philanthropy in children and allowing the school to support a charity that fits the beliefs and policies of the school. It’s not just schools either! Businesses, libraries, and community centers all have been known to hold events centered on Bubblegame Day, because charity isn’t limited to educational institutions.
Ruth Spiro produces some of the most amazing children’s books out there, including Lester Fizz, Bubble-Gum ArtistBaby Loves Aerospace EngineeringBaby Loves Quarks, and many other odd and quirky books aimed at giving children valuable information while entertaining them with bright colorful books aimed at engaging their mind.
She firmly believes that it’s never too early to engage children’s curiosity, and getting them asking questions about their world. Sure they probably aren’t going to be able to comment on these books at six months old, but it’s never too early to start packing their brains with interesting topics that can lead them to explore the world around them and love learning.
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Word of the Day

chaise 


Definition:(noun) A long chair; for reclining.
Synonyms:daybed
Usage:The queen reclined on a gorgeous chaise while her servants fanned her with palm fronds.

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Idiom of the Day

however much

 — No matter how much. 

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History

Harold Macmillan Delivers "Wind of Change" Speech (1960)

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British statesman Harold Macmillan held several government posts during World War II, including minister resident in North Africa. After serving in several other positions, he became prime minister in 1957. Macmillan accelerated Britain's decolonization, especially in Africa. In a memorable speech to the South African parliament in 1960, he said a "wind of change" was sweeping across Africa, which was experiencing a growth in national consciousness. 

Norman Rockwell (1894)

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Rockwell was an American illustrator whose idealized scenes of family life in small-town America gained enormous popularity with the public. His illustrations appeared in major periodicals such as Collier's and Life. From 1916 to 1963, he produced 317 covers for The Saturday Evening Post, and during WWII his patriotic posters were distributed by the government. 

Quebec Winter Carnival

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The celebration of winter that has been held since the mid-1950s in Quebec City ranks among the great carnivals of the world. It begins with the Queen's Ball at the Château Frontenac and a parade of illuminated floats. More than 40,000 tons of snow are trucked in to construct a large snow castle, which is illuminated at night and which serves as a mock jail. Bonhomme Carnaval, the festival's seven-foot-high snowman mascot dressed in a red cap and traditional sash, roams the streets teasing children and looking for people to lock up in the Ice Palace.

Website Crowdsources Archaeological Digs

A website that will let members of the public search for potential archaeological sites has been launched. It is the brainchild of space archaeologist Dr Sarah Parcak who set it up using prize money from the Ted conference.
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Satellite image of Peru

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1488 - The Portuguese navigator Bartholomew Diaz landed at Mossel Bay in the Cape, the first European known to have landed on the southern extremity of Africa. 

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1690 - The first paper money in America was issued by the Massachusetts colony. The currency was used to pay soldiers that were fighting in the war against Quebec. 

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1809 - The territory of Illinois was created. 

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1947 - Percival Prattis became the first black news correspondent admitted to the House and Senate press gallery in Washington, DC. He worked for "Our World" in New York City. 

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1951 - Dick Button won the U.S. figure skating title for the sixth time. 

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1984 - Challenger 4 was launched as the tenth space shuttle mission. 

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1993 - Gloria Estefan received the 1,974th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 

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2009 - Eric Holder was sworn in as attorney general. He was the first African-American to hold the post. 

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2010 - The Alberto Giacometti sculpture L'Homme qui Marche sold for $103.7 million. 

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2015 - The British House of Commons voted to approve letting scientist create babies from the DNA of three people. 


DAILY SQU-EEK




If You Were Born Today, February 3
You are inspired, flexible, and able to bounce back quickly from any setback. Your imagination is wild, your expectations sometimes unrealistic, and your compassion boundless. There is certainly an artistic streak in you, and whether or not you can turn this into a career, you do see the world through an artist's eyes. You are a true giver, but should be careful not to take on more than you can handle--and this is true not only in career and day-to-day life but in your interpersonal relationships as well. Famous people born today: Nathan Lane, James Michener, Gertrude Stein, Morgan Fairchild.
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Bamboo Bass Festival

Feb 17-19, 2017 | Jacó, Costa Rica

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Grow Strong Together
Gathering the Bass Tribes from around the world and bringing them together in Costa Rica. Join us in building an atmosphere of sharing, inclusion, & fun while enjoying international and local bass music, live painting & art exhibits, dance & flow performers in the beautiful jungle. 
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Pictures of the day

Charles de Solier, comte de Morette

Charles de Solier, comte de Morette was a French soldier and diplomat as well as a long-serving gentilhomme de la chambre to King Francis I. He was in London in 1534 as France's ambassador when Henry VIII was attempting to win French support for his repudiation of Catherine of Aragon, in an alliance against Charles V. Around this time, this portrait was painted.

ARTIST BEAUTIFULLY CAPTURES WHAT REAL LOVE LOOKS LIKE
Artist Beautifully Captures What Real Love Looks Like
South Korean artist Puuung is trying to find the meaning of love in our daily lives and make them into beautiful works of art.

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knit - VALENTINE'S DAY
thanks, Judith
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Twisted Love socks by Jane Burns

knit, 6 - 24 mths
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knit
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crochet - VALENTINE'S DAY
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crochet - vintage
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RECIPE
thanks, Shelley

Perfect Corn Muffin Mix Recipe



CROCKPOT RECIPE
Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs



SWEETS
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ADULT COLORING


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CRAFTS
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CHILDREN'S CORNER ... ALPHABET COLORING
thanks, Natalie

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PUZZLE
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Mockingbird Jigsaw Puzzle

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QUOTE
What you do today can improve all your tomorrows. - Ralph Marston

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TV show "The Biggest Loser" has produced more successful couples than "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette" combined.------------------------ Introduced by arctic explorer Martin Frobisher in 1578- over 40 years before the pilgrims arrived in America- Thanksgiving was first celebrated in Canada!-------------------- French postal worker Ferdinand Cheval built his Hauterives home by hand over 33 years, using rocks he collected every day while delivering the mail!

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CLEVER
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Norman Rockwell

EYE OPENER

In 1977 Jimmy Carter Put This Note on the Voyager Spacecraft

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On September 5, 1977 the Voyager 1 space probe launched from Earth. Nearly 40 years and some 20.5 billion km traveled later (and counting!), the Voyager 1 remains the farthest ever spacecraft from Earth as well as the farthest ever man-made object.
In the event the probe is ever found by intelligent life forms from other planetary systems, a Golden Record containing sounds and images (selected to portray the diversity of life and culture on Earth) can be found on board. You can learn all about the Golden Record here.
In addition, then US President Jimmy Carter penned the following note and placed it in the Voyager 1 space probe to accompany the Golden Record. It remains the only letter in history to reach extrasolar space.
Here’s to galactic civilizations far and wide :)

Jimmy Carter’s Voyager 1 Letter

 
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The Golden Record

 
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Photographs by NASA
 
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