NATIONAL LEMON JUICE DAY
When the sun is blazing high in the sky, National Lemon Juice Day comes along just in time to bring a refreshing squeeze to just about anything. On August 29th, celebrate with a tart drop of lemon juice in your cooking, beverages, or freshen up the world around you. #NationalLemonJuiceDay
NATIONAL SPORT SAMPLING DAY
Today is the 241st day of the year (or August 28) and we are on a mission to celebrate National Sport Sampling Day. Today, we encourage kids and families alike, to try a new sport or play one they haven’t in a long time. In fact, we want to provide and promote opportunities for every child to grow physically and emotionally through the power of sports. #NationalSportSamplingDay
NATIONAL COLLEGE COLORS DAY
On the Friday before Labor Day, National College Colors Day encourages everyone to display their team spirit. Across the United States students, parents, family, fans, and alumni will be wearing their team colors. Be sure you're celebrating by wearing your college team's colors and apparel. #CollegeColorsDay
ACCORDING TO HOYLE DAY
According to Hoyle Day on August 29 encourages individuals to honor the rules and regulations in particular situations. It’s also a day to pay tribute to a man by the name of Edmond Hoyle, an Englishman who was thought to be the first technical writer on card games. #AccordingToHoyleDay
NATIONAL CHOP SUEY DAY
Get your chopsticks ready! August 29 is National Chop Suey Day ane we are recognizing an American Chinese culinary cuisine each year on August 29. #NationalChopSueyDay
Coming on August 30, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL BEACH DAY
NATIONAL GRIEF AWARENESS DAY
NATIONAL TOASTED MARSHMALLOW DAY
Notable Birthdays for August 29
Henry Bergh (1813-1888) - Activist and founder of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
Charles F. Kettering (1876-1958) - Founded the Delco Electronics Company and inventor of the "auto self-starter."
Jackie Mitchell (1913-1987) - One of America's first female pitchers who struck out Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig.
Isabel Sanford (1917-2004) - Actress fondly remembered for her role as Louise "Weezy" Jefferson on the sitcom The Jeffersons.
Iris Apfel (1921-2024) - Famous interior designer and fashion designer remembered for her flamboyant style, outspoken personality and oversized eyeglasses.
Wendell Scott (1921-1990) - The first Black driver to win a race at NASCAR (Jacksonville 200).
Richard Blackwell (1922-2008) - Fashion designer and critic who created the iconic Ten Worst Dressed Women List.
John McCain (1936-2018) - Politician and former Naval Captain who was shot down and held as a North Vietnamese POW for six years.
Temple Grandin (1947-Still Living) - Autistic academic, author and ethologist who advocated for humane treatment of livestock for slaughter and autism.
Michael Jackson (1958-2009) - Often referred to as the "King of Pop" who is widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.
Memorable Events for August 29
1758 - The first American Indian reservation is established at Indian Mills, NJ. (Treaty of Easton).
1862 - The U.S. Department of the Treasury forms the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing strictly to print newly issued paper currency.
1869 - The Mount Washington Cog Railway opens and becomes the world's first mountain-climbing rack railway.
1885 - The first heavyweight title fight is held between boxers John L. Sullivan and Dominick McCaffrey.
1896 - Chop suey is supposedly invented in NY City by the chef of visiting Chinese diplomat Li Hongzhang.
1898 - The Goodyear Tire Company is founded in Akron, OH.
1916 - Congress creates the U.S. Naval Reserve.
1958 - U.S. Air Force Academy opens in Colorado Springs, CO.
1997 - Marc Randolph and Reed Hastings found Netflix as an internet DVD rental service.
2003 - Skype Technologies (Microsoft) releases their video-conferencing software.
