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DIANE'S CORNER ... Celebrate
Worldwide Knit in Public Day
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”Properly practiced, knitting soothes the troubled spirit, and it doesn’t hurt the untroubled spirit either.”
~ Elizabeth Zimmerman

Doubtless, we’ve all received those wonderfully knitted sweaters from our grandparents as we were growing up, but things have changed in the past decades. Knitting is no longer the province of the elderly but has been taken up by all ages as a way to create something lovely, to promote social change, and to spend some time peacefully meditating as they knit one, purl two their way to higher consciousness. Alright, that may be a bit hokey, but it is a relaxing practice often best enjoyed with a bottle of wine.

History of Worldwide Knit in Public DayThe world has knitter Danielle Landes to thank for World Wide Knit in Public Day (W.W.K.I.P.D) – and to say that the world’s knitters have turned out in their droves to support her quest to show that knitting is not just for grannies is something of an understatement. Each event – known as a KIP and brandishing the slogan ‘Better Living Through Stitching Together’ – is run by local groups and despite its reputation as a single day often takes the form of a week-long celebration of both knitting and alternative fiber art forms. The popularity of these KIPs continues to grow, with groups often choosing a theme for their particular event. Popular themes include knitting for hospitals, community art projects, environmental concerns, and premature babies – all of which are worthy causes to benefit from those with a love of yarn.

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Word of the Day

backfire

Definition:

(verb) Come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect.

Synonyms:

backlash, recoil

Usage:

Your comments may backfire and cause you a lot of trouble.

Idiom of the Day

on the upswing

— Showing or experiencing a noticeable or conspicuous increase, improvement, or expansion.

History

Secretariat Wins the Triple Crown (1973)

Thoroughbred racehorse Secretariat was the first US Triple Crown champion in 25 years, setting records in the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes that still stand today. In fact, in the 40 years since, only one Derby winner has even come close to matching Secretariat's time of 1:59.40. Secretariat advanced from last to first to win the Preakness and won the Belmont Stakes by an unprecedented 31 lengths.

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson (1836)

Anderson was the first licensed female physician, as well as the first female mayor, in England. Denied admission by many medical schools, she studied privately with physicians before finally earning a license from the Scottish Society of Apothecaries. Largely as a result of her efforts, British examining boards later opened their examinations to women. Anderson championed the idea of medical care by female doctors for female patients.

Uganda National Heroes Day

Uganda National Heroes Day honors all those who sacrificed themselves to better the lives of the Ugandan people. Unfortunately, the holiday is one of the most divisive days in the Ugandan year. What constitutes a hero, and who specifically should be honored, are matters of debate in the country. Many of the heroes officially recognized by the government are fallen soldiers who died during Uganda's civil war in the 1980s; some citizens have argued for remembering less controversial heroes, such as the Ugandan doctor who detected a deadly Ebola outbreak before it spread.

NASA astronaut reveals the lows of space travel: packing poop with her hand

Just in case you watched those videos of giant rockets landing in tandem or of Elon Musk's car gliding through orbit and fell under the delusion that modern space flight is glamorous, please listen to NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson's story about how she ...

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NASA astronaut reveals the lows of space travel: packing poop with her hand

Image result for 1534 - Jacques Cartier became the first to sail into the river he named Saint Lawrence.

Image result for 1534 - Jacques Cartier became the first to sail into the river he named Saint Lawrence.

1534 - Jacques Cartier became the first to sail into the river he named Saint Lawrence.

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Image result for 1790 - John Barry copyrighted "Philadelphia Spelling Book." It was the first American book to be copyrighted.

1790 - John Barry copyrighted "Philadelphia Spelling Book." It was the first American book to be copyrighted.

Image result for 1860 - The Ms. Ann Stevens book "Malaeska, the Indian Wife of the White Hunter" was offered for sale for a dime. It was the first published "dime novel."

Image result for 1860 - The Ms. Ann Stevens book "Malaeska, the Indian Wife of the White Hunter" was offered for sale for a dime. It was the first published "dime novel."

1860 - The Ms. Ann Stevens book "Malaeska, the Indian Wife of the White Hunter" was offered for sale for a dime. It was the first published "dime novel."

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Image result for 1934 - Donald Duck made his debut in the Silly Symphonies cartoon "The Wise Little Hen."

1934 - Donald Duck made his debut in the Silly Symphonies cartoon "The Wise Little Hen."

Image result for 1946 - Mel Ott (with the New York Giants) became the first manager to be ejected from a doubleheader (both games).

Image result for 1946 - Mel Ott (with the New York Giants) became the first manager to be ejected from a doubleheader (both games).

1946 - Mel Ott (with the New York Giants) became the first manager to be ejected from a doubleheader (both games).

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Image result for 1962 - Tony Bennett made his debut in Carnegie Hall.

1962 - Tony Bennett made his debut in Carnegie Hall.

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Image result for 1970 - An honorary Doctorate in Music was given to Bob Dylan by Princeton University.

1970 - An honorary Doctorate in Music was given to Bob Dylan by Princeton University.

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Image result for 1986 - The Rogers Commission released a report on the Challenger disaster. The report explained that the spacecraft blew up as a result of a failure in a solid rocket booster joint.

1986 - The Rogers Commission released a report on the Challenger disaster. The report explained that the spacecraft blew up as a result of a failure in a solid rocket booster joint.

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Image result for 2000 - Canada and the United States signed a border security agreement. The agreement called for the establishment of a border-enforcement team.

2000 - Canada and the United States signed a border security agreement. The agreement called for the establishment of a border-enforcement team.

Image result for 2001 - Patrick Roy (Colorado Avalanche) became the first National Hockey League (NHL) player to win three Conn Smythe Trophies. The award is given to the playoff's Most Valuable Player.

Image result for 2001 - Patrick Roy (Colorado Avalanche) became the first National Hockey League (NHL) player to win three Conn Smythe Trophies. The award is given to the playoff's Most Valuable Player.

2001 - Patrick Roy (Colorado Avalanche) became the first National Hockey League (NHL) player to win three Conn Smythe Trophies. The award is given to the playoff's Most Valuable Player.

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2011 - The world's first artificial organ transplant was performed. It was an artificial windpipe coated with stem cells.

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DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, June 9

You possess considerable personal power, charisma, and determination. You have a magnetic personality with a flair for the dramatic. While sensitive and considerate, you are also very strong-willed and not one to be controlled or directed. It is quite likely that you will achieve financial success. Famous people born today:

1672 Peter the Great [Pyotr Alexeyevich Romanov],Tsar of Russia (1682-1725), born in Moscow (d. 1725)

Engineer Known as the Father of Railways George Stephenson

Engineer Known as the Father of Railways George Stephenson

1781 George Stephenson, English engineer known as the "Father of Railways" (Locomotion No. 1, Standard Guage), born in Newcastle, England

Actor Michael J. Fox

1961 Michael J. Fox, Canadian actor, author, comedian and activist (Family Ties, Back to the Future, Teen Wolf), born in Edmonton, Alberta

Actor Johnny Depp

1963 Johnny Depp, American actor (21 Jump Street, Pirates of the Caribbean), born in Owensboro, Kentucky

READERS INFO
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TODAY: Charles Dickens dies.

San Diego County Fair 2018

Jun 1 - Jul 4, 2018 | Del Mar, CA

Del Mar Fairgrounds|2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd

The San Diego County Fair is a month-long community celebration that attracts over one million guests each summer. The fair kicks off summer with rides, food, beverages, music, contests and more, with a changing lineup of events throughout the month. There are attractions for people of all ages including beer and wine for adults and special entertainment for kids.

further information: San Diego County Fair at the Del Mar Fairgrounds

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Boston Pride Week 2018

Jun 1-10, 2018 | Boston, MA

Boston Pride Week takes place every year in June and is the largest pride celebration in New England. The event features a massive parade, various neighborhood block parties throughout the weekend and a festival with more than 130 participating vendors. Local restaurants and bars also show their support by hosting events throughout the week.

further information: Boston Pride
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Long Beach Golf Festival 2018

Jun 1-10, 2018 | Long Beach, CA

Skylinks at Long Beach Golf Course|4800 E Wardlow Rd

The Long Beach Golf Festival is an annual series of tournaments for amateurs and professionals alike. There are both stroke- and match-play events and men, women and juniors are able to participate at the four-day golf gala. Some of the nine distinct events include the Senior Amateur Championship, the Men’s and Women’s City Championships, the Crosby Memorial Junior Golf Championship and the Volunteers’ Tournament.

further information: Home | Long Beach Golf Festival

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Pictures of the day

An aerial view of the Goetheanum, a center for anthroposophy located in Dornach, Switzerland. The building was designed by Rudolf Steiner and named after Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It includes two performance halls, gallery and lecture spaces, a library, a bookstore, and administrative spaces for the Anthroposophical Society; neighboring buildings house the Society's research and educational facilities. Conferences focusing on themes of general interest or directed toward teachers, farmers, doctors, therapists, and other professionals are held at the center throughout the year.

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