Father's Day

Father's Day is observed on the third Sunday of June. It honors all fathers, grandfathers, great-grandfathers, and father figures for their contribution. The Day was created to complement Mother's Day.

Summer Solstice

The word Solstice comes from the Latin ‘solstitium’ meaning ‘Sun stands still’ because the movement of the Sun’s path north or south appears to stop before changing direction.

Ice Cream Soda Day

National Ice Cream Soda Day is celebrated every year on June 20. Americans all over the country enjoy their favorite dessert by trying out various flavors and making it in different styles. 

More than a few people have claimed to invent Ice Cream with Soda, but the loudest was Robert Green, who loudly claimed to be the inventor of the ice cream soda — and even had it inscribed on his tombstone.

Flag Day

Since there was originally no official American flag, the colors and makeup of the various flags used are vague in the records of history. The American flag was first conceived as a protest against tyranny.

September 28 is World Rabies Day, a global health observance started in 2007 to raise awareness about rabies and bring together partners to enhance prevention and control efforts worldwide. World Rabies Day is observed in many countries, including the United States.

National School Nurse Day is typically celebrated on the Wednesday within National Nurse Week which is always May 6th through May 12th.

Major Meteor Showers and Eclipses in 2026

Wolf Moon
Sat, January 3, 5:03 a.m

Snow Moon
Sun, February 1, 5:09 p.m.

Worm Moon
Tue, March 3, 6:38 a.m.