D-Day
D-Day is June 6 on the National Day Calendar and we are honoring those who fought on the beaches of Normandy, France. This historical day is a reminder of the day troops of Allied forces staged one of the most pivotal attacks against Germany during World War II. Read more...
NATIONAL HIGHER EDUCATION DAY
National Higher Education Day falls on June 6 on the National Day Calendar. This National Day is intended to help you prepare a path towards a higher education degree. Our hope is to share encouraging information for to those interested or already pursuing a higher education degree. Learn more...
NATIONAL EYEWEAR DAY
June 6 is National Eyewear Day on the National Day Calendar and we clearly see the importance of bringing awareness to eye health and comprehensive eye exams. Join us as we share why taking care of your eyes is important to you health. Discover more...
NATIONAL DOUGHNUT (DONUT) DAY
Each year on the first Friday in June, people participate in National Doughnut or Donut Day. This food holiday celebrates the delicious doughnut and honors the Salvation Army Lassies. In case you didn't know, the Salvation Army Lassies are the women who served doughnuts to soldiers during WWI.
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NATIONAL YO-YO DAY
On June 6 we celebrate National Yo-Yo Day at National Day Calendar to remember the iconic stringed toy that generations have enjoyed. We are using today's National Day as a day to give our talents a whirl and try our hand at The Sleeper, Walk the Dog, Shooting the Moon, Around the World or Hop the Fence! Read more...
NATIONAL GARDENING EXERCISE DAY
June 6 is National Gardening Exercise Day on the National Day Calendar as a day to encourage us to maximize the health benefits of gardening. Today we are asking you to learn about gardening and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Discover more...
NATIONAL DRIVE-IN MOVIE DAY
June 6 is National Drive-In Movie Day on the National Day Calendar to commemorate the day the first drive-in theater opened in 1933. Today, we want to give thanks to Richard M. Hollingshead Jr. of Camden, New Jersey for creating the drive-in theater. Today, also gives us the opportunity to take a nostalgic walk down memory lane to one of the most memorable times in our lives. Read more...
NATIONAL APPLESAUCE CAKE DAY
National Applesauce Cake Day is June 6 on the National Day Calendar to recognize the delicious treat known as the apple sauce cake. This tasty food holiday offers an opportunity to share a slice (or two) of a cake that comes in a variety of recipes. Read more...
Coming on June 7, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL TRAILS DAY
NATIONAL PRAIRIE DAY
NATIONAL BUBBLY DAY
NATIONAL BLACK BEAR DAY
WORLD CARING DAY
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM DAY
NATIONAL BOONE DAY
NATIONAL PLAY OUTSIDE DAY
NATIONAL OKLAHOMA DAY
NATIONAL VCR DAY
Notable Birthdays for June 6
Nathan Hale (1755-1776) - Soldier who spied for the Continental Army (American Revolutionary War).
John Trumbull (1756-1843) - Former soldier and painter who created the Declaration of Independence (1817), which still hangs in the U.S. Capitol.
David T. Abercrombie (1867-1931) - Co-founder of lifestyle brand Abercrombie and Fitch.
Bill Dickey (1907-1993) - MLB catcher who played in eight World Series.
Frank Chee Willeto (1925-2013) - Navajo Code Talker during WWII.
Lloyd Lindroth (1931-1994) - Harpist referred to as "The Liberace of the Harp."
Levi Stubbs (1936-2008) - Lead singer for the Four Tops.
Robert Englund (1947-Still Living) - Actor who played Freddy Krueger in the film Nightmare on Elm Street.
Sam Simon (1955-2015) - Screenwriter and co-creator of The Simpsons.
Matthew Shafer (1974-Still Living) - Rock musician also known as Uncle Kracker.
Memorable Events for June 6
1822 - William Beaumont (Father of Gastric Physiology) begins to study digestion after Alexis St Martin is accidentally shot in the stomach.
1882 - Henry W. Seely patents an electric iron.
1892 - The Chicago "L" rail system begins operation.
1925 - Walter Chrysler founds the Chrysler Corporation.
1933 - The first drive-in theater opens in Camden, NJ.
1933 - The U.S Employment Service is created.
1934 - President Roosevelt signs the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 into law to establish U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
1942 - Dupont and the Pioneer Parachute Company develop use of an alternative to silk resulting in Adeline Gray making the first nylon parachute jump.
1944 - D-Day begins with the Allied Expeditionary Force landing in Normandy, France.
1966 - A photo taken by Jack R. Thornell depicting civil rights activist James Meredith wins the 1967 Pulitzer Prize in Photography.
