SAFER INTERNET DAY
Every year on the second Tuesday in February, Safer Internet Day brings tools, education, and awareness to create a safer internet for both kids and adults. From cyberbullying and identity theft to fraud and human trafficking, the internet can be a frightening place. Safer Internet Day and ConnectSafely.org aim to make the internet a better place.
Notable Birthdays for February 10
Walter A. Brown (1905-1964) – Founded of the Boston Celtics basketball team.
Leontyne Price (1927-) – Black soprano opera singer to receive international fame.
Jim Whittaker (1929-) – Mountain climber who was the first American to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
James West (1931-) – Co-inventor of the foil electret microphone.
Roberta Flack (1937-) – R&B singer whose hits include The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Killing Me Softly with His Song.
George Stephanopoulos (1961-) – Journalist and co-anchor of Good Morning America.
Laura Dern (1967-) – Actor known for her roles in Wild at Heart and Jurassic Park.
Joe Mangrum (1969-) – Artist known for his large-scale colored sand paintings and using organic materials in his art.
Vic Fuentes (1983-) – Lead singer and co-founder of the post-hardcore band Pierce the Veil.
Memorable Events for February 10
1933 – The first singing telegram is delivered by the Postal Telegraph-Cable Company.
1996 – IBM supercomputer Deep Blue defeats chess genius Garry Kasparov.
NATIONAL GIVING HEARTS DAY
Big hearts give big on National Giving Hearts Day! On the second Thursday in February each year, the celebration offers one of the best opportunities to donate to your favorite charity. Not only that, this is the longest-running giving day in the United States. So many hearts and so much to give! #GivingHeartsDay
NATIONAL MAKE A FRIEND DAY
Always observed on February 11th, National Make A Friend Day is a fantastic opportunity to meet someone new and make a new friendship. Friends serve a vital role in everyone’s lives. They are one of life’s most valuable assets. #NationalMakeAFriendDay
NATIONAL SHUT-IN VISITATION DAY
National Shut-In Visitation Day on February 11th serves as a reminder to bring some cheerful company to people who are unable to leave their homes. Visiting a person who is shut-in makes a positive difference in that person’s life. #ShutInVisitationDay
GALENTINE’S DAY
On February 13th, Galentine’s Day brings women together to celebrate each other every year the day before Valentine’s day. Learn more…
NATIONAL RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS DAY (See Past RAK Welcome Pardner Honorees: welcomepardner.com!)
Each year on February 17th, National Random Acts of Kindness Day grows in popularity. It is celebrated by individuals, groups, and organizations nationwide to encourage acts of kindness.
NATIONAL BATTERY DAY
Get a charge out of National Battery Day! Observed each year on February 18th, the day serves to appreciate the convenience batteries provide to our everyday lives. Learn more…
NATIONAL ARABIAN HORSE DAY
Arabian horses fill their owners with a passion equal to what they hold for loved family members. So, every day to them is National Arabian Horse Day. However, on February 19, the Arabian horse is recognized as one of the most popular breeds in the world. Learn more…
NATIONAL CAREGIVERS DAY
National Caregivers Day on the third Friday in February honors the healthcare professionals across the country providing long-term and hospice care. Read more…
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE MINT DAY
Recognized by the US National Confectioners Association, National Chocolate Mint Day is observed annually across the nation on February 19th. This holiday has been set aside for all the chocolate mint lovers to eat their favorite treats all day long. Read more…