Connecticut Admission Day
Connecticut became the 5th state on January 9, 1788. Connecticut was one of the original 13 colonies. Hartford is the capital of Connecticut. Connecticut is a large producer of aircraft engines, submarines and helicopters. Many insurance companies have their headquarters in Connecticut. I visited Connecticut once, touring Yale and enjoying lunch at Louis Lunch, home of the first hamburger.
Richard Milhous Nixon's Birthday
Richard Milhous Nixon (January 9, 1913 – April 22, 1994) was the 37th President of the United States. Richard Nixon succeeded in ending the Vietnam War, improved relations with Russia and China, and ended the draft. However, the "Watergate" scandal ended his Presidency. With impeachment imminent, Richard Milhous Nixon became the first president ever to resign the office on August 8, 1974. Watergate was a political scandal involving abuse of power and bribery and the obstruction of justice.
National Apricot Day
January 9th is National Apricot Day. The apricot tree is a small tree with clusters of white blossoms and edible fruit resembling the peach. Apricots are fun to eat right off the tree. They can be purchased in the produce department of the grocery store. They are also sold dried and in jams and syrups. When I was young, we would make whistles out of the seeds.
- Fruit Coloring Page
- Apple Kuchen - Make this recipe with apricot instead of the apples.
- Apricot Almond Bark Candy Recipe
National Static Electricity Day
January 9th is National Static Electricity Day. Static electricity is electricity produced by friction. Have you ever been shocked when you walked across a rug or touched a light switch? Wait until a cool, dry day to try this science activity.
For January 1-15, click on the squares below.
January 16-30 Holidays, go to January Events 16th - 31st
For an overview, go to January Fundays Calendar
