Endless Love would spend a whopping 9 weeks at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart

, but nowadays, you can now find this frozen treat in blue raspberry, lime, grape, cherry and even blueberry.

It’s not hard to find Creamsicles, but they’re also pretty easy to make at home. First, mix together fruit juice and vanilla ice cream in a large bowl. Then, gradually add milk and continue to mix.

Finally, pour the mixture into small paper cups and place them in the freezer. Stick in some a Popsicle stick once the cups are partially frozen then put them back in the freezer. When they’re frozen solid, peel off the paper cups and enjoy! Here’s a more specific recipe so you can beat the heat with a delicious treat.

Papa Don’t Preach would be at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart for 2 weeks

But seriously, left-handed people can surely appreciate a day dedicated to them – after all, many lefties have to struggle with things their right-handed counterparts have never encountered. For example, spiral notebooks, video game controllers, and can-openers are all made with righties in mind.

and when you see a list of some famous lefties, you’ll surely be impressed. So take time to appreciate the lefty in your life today.

Ray Parker Jr. spent 3 weeks at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart

National Vinyl Record Day is dedicated to recognizing and preserving vinyl music, its culture, art, and sound. Remember when you could buy a vinyl album for a couple of bucks, and a single for less than a dollar? Whether you have a collection of vinyl or not,

. Back in 1857, the phonautograph was patented by Leon Scott. This used a stylus and vibrating diaphragm so that sound waves could be graphically recorded as tracings on sheets of paper. The phonograph was then invented by Thomas Edison in 1877. Vinyl music is back today, at 2-3 times the cost it was, when it started disappearing in the 90’s.

Shout ended up spending 3 weeks at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart

The day was first celebrated world-wide in 1988, but dates back to 1944. The day was designed to bring parents and children together for quality time. Parents are requested to

, to mark this annual occasion. It can be something really simple. The main idea is to spend the time with them.

The singer, songwriter, entertainer died on August 10, 2008 following a stroke. He was 65

, but culinary historians think the dessert started much earlier. Over the years, the recipe traveled from camper to camper until it became the most popular fireside.

Today, get your friends together and have a bonfire, roast marshmallows, and sing classic campfire songs to celebrate national S’mores day!

Don’t Go breaking my Heart would remain on top of the Billboard Singles Chart for 4 weeks

The anniversary of the original date in 1789 when Congress approved the act to support lighthouses, beacons, and buoys. Each year, this day highlights the history of maritime safety and the keepers who cared for the structures.

Currently there are between 700-800 lighthouses in the United States. 70-75 are in New York State,

. The closest ones to us are at Hudson-Athens, Saugerties, and Kingston.

Vision of Love would be her first of 15 chart toppers, and would remain on top the Billboard Singles Chart for 4 weeks.

At the end of the 19^th century,

. The early versions were called “Black Cows.” Making this delicious beverage is easy. Just add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to a big glass of root beer. But don’t reverse those directions, or you will end up with a big mess!

Today, enjoy this American tradition and make some root beer floats for you and your friends!

In Case You Were Curious… About Root Beer

• Root beer is almost exclusively a North American drink.
• Both Benjamin Franklin and George Washington were fans of small beer, the precursor to root beer.
• Charles E. Hires was the first person to produce and market root beer throughout the United States.

The singer passed away on August 6, 2004 at his California home following a heart attack. He was 56

When it comes to understanding National Underwear Day, it is not all about lace and leather. Cotton, Spandex, neoprene, polyester, velvet and so many more materials are used in many different types and styles of undergarments. From Bras to panties, corsets to boxers, one can always find some sort of garment to go between their skin and the outer clothing layer. This day is about celebrating those articles of clothing, and the body image we all attempt to cultivate with them. Revel in your undergarments, show them off and smile, for you should be happy with who you are, and embrace that body image! National Underwear Day has

One of These Nights would top the Billboard Singles Chart for 1 week

Magic, from the film Xanadu, would remain atop the Billboard Singles Chart for 4 weeks

Jessie’s Girl was at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart for 2 weeks

In the 1930s, 

at her Toll House Inn in Whitman, Massachusetts. Ruth intended to bake chocolate cookies for her guests, but she ran out of baker’s chocolate. She substituted with chopped up semi-sweet chocolate morsels and discovered that the pieces did not melt into the dough as she expected.

Her cookies were an instant hit. Today, 25% of all the cookies baked in the United States are chocolate chip!

Roll With It spent 4 weeks at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart

 Watermelon is a delicious summer fruit that has become a staple at family picnics and cookouts. Did you know that watermelons are 92% water? No wonder they’re so refreshing!

There are around 300 different kinds of watermelon in the U.S. and Mexico. You can find red, pink, white, and yellow varieties in various sizes and shapes. Watermelons are usually quite large, and many county fairs award prizes for the biggest ones. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the heaviest watermelon weighed 262 pounds. To learn more interesting watermelon facts, check out www.watermelon.org.

To celebrate National Watermelon Day, have some watermelon for dessert tonight! Slice it up and eat it plain, cook it on the grill, mix it into a salsa, or blend it into a cocktail. Enjoy!

Alone would top the Billboard Singles Chart for 3 weeks

! These dogs certainly deserve their own special day to celebrate their diverse heritage.

Today, treat your mutt to a special treat or walk, and make sure to give them some extra love!

Sledgehammer would spend 1 week at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart

If you’re feeling adventurous, try a twist on the standard, like chocolate cheesecake, peanut butter cup cheesecake or even key lime cheesecake. Add a fruit topping, like blueberries or strawberries, for additional flavor.

, make sure you enjoy a slice or two of cheesecake in honor of its national holiday!

The singer from the Mamas and the Papas died on Juny 29, 1974.

She passed away in England after suffering a heart attack in her sleep. She was 32

Bad Bad Leroy Brown would spend 4 weeks at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart

Tomatoes are a “New World” food, which means spaghetti sauce didn’t exist before then, and neither did lasagna. We feel bad for the poor souls that were born to soon to enjoy lasagna. Thank your lucky stars that you were born in a time when lasagna does exist and enjoy the Italian dish today.

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