NATIONAL MIDDLE CHILD DAY

Each year on August 12, National Middle Child Day honors that in-between child in the family. Of course, larger families celebrate more than one middle child, too! #NationalMiddleChildDay

NATIONAL VINYL RECORD DAY

Get spinning on August 12 with National Vinyl Record Day! Whether it's the Beatles, Elvis Presley, The Monkees, Johnny Cash, or the Bee Gees, vinyl records have a sound all their own. Most will agree, vintage vinyl is as classic as the bands themselves. #VinylRecordDay

NATIONAL JULIENNE FRIES DAY

Each year, on National Julienne Fries Day on August 12, everyone fries up skinny sliced potatoes for a delicious and crunchy treat. We love food holidays of all kinds, and National Julienne Fries Day! #JulienneFriesDay

Coming on August 13, 2025

National Days
NATIONAL FILET MIGNON DAY
NATIONAL PROSECCO DAY

Notable Birthdays for August 12

Fr. Michael McGivney (1852-1890) - Catholic priest and founder of the Knights of Columbus.

Zerna Sharp (1889-1891) - Writer of the children's reading books Dick and Jane.

Gladys Bentley (1907-1960) - Popular blues singer during the Harlem Renaissance.

Porter Wagoner (1927-2007) - Country music singer who also discovered Dolly Parton.

Buck Owens (1929-2006) - Country singer and guitarist.

Dorothy Denning (1945-Still Living) - Computer scientist who made significant contributions cyber security innovations.

Memorable Events for August 12

1851 - Inventor Isaac Singer patents his sewing machine.

1877 - Thomas Edison records himself reciting "Mary had a Little Lamb" on his cylinder phonograph.

1879 - The first National Archery Association tournament is held in Chicago.

1955 - President Eisenhower raises minimum wage from 75 cents to $1 an hour.