Although I never watched it, I remember this series, and we have it to thank for many of today’s stars and Hollywood wrecks.  On this date in 1989, the Disney Channel launched The All-New Mickey Mouse Club.  This is where all of these stars essentially began their careeres: Chad Allen, J.C. Chasez, Britney Spears, Ryan Gosling, Christina Aguilera, Justin Timberlake […]

It was on this date in 1889, that the Oklahoma Land Rush officially began.  It was precisely at noon when the settlers made a mad dash for cheap land.  There were nearly two million acres up for grabs.  There were more than 50,000 “Boomers” just waiting for their chance.  As you can imagine, there was much fraud and greed, and […]

It was on this date in 2009, that the World Digital Library was launched by UNESCO and the U. S. Library of Congress.  I knew nothing about this, and I would invite you to check out the links for more info. http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Digital_Library http://www.wdl.org/en/

I was quite pleased to discover that on this date in 1853, Harriet Tubman began the work for which she is most known–The Underground Railroad.  During her 10-year tenure with the Railroad, she made 19 trips and led more than 300 slaves to freedom.  She has the distinction of never losing a passenger.  I can only hope and pray that […]

A very special day in Disneyland history occurred.  On this date in 1961, Disneyland welcomed its 25 millionth visitor.  Disneyland had only been open six years, and they treated this visitor, Dr. Glenn C. Franklin and family of San Diego, to a private guided tour, unlimited access to the attractions, and a table of honor at a special luncheon. For […]

Even I know who this guy is!  On this date in 1999, Wayne Gretzky, “The Great One” retired from the National Hockey League.  He held or shared 61 records.  For more info: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_career_achievements_by_Wayne_Gretzky http://www.gretzky.com/blog/tag/gretzkys-last-game-in-the-nhl/

It was on this date in 1705, that Isaac Newton was knighted by Queen Anne.  He was only the second scientist to receive this honor. For more info: http://www.historychannel.com.au/classroom/day-in-history/553/isaac-newton-is-knighted http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_did_Isaac_Newton_become_Sir_Isaac_Newton

It was on this date in 1896, that the first modern Olympics (held in Athens, Greece) closed. For more info: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/first-modern-olympics-is-held http://m.olympic.org/mobile/athens-1896-summer-olympics

It was on this date in 1981, that the first space shuttle Columbia landed successfully after a 2-day mission. For more info: http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/shuttle/sts1/first_landing.html http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_Shuttle_Columbia

It was on this date in 1992, that the great flood of Chicago, Illinois occurred.  I was not even aware of this fact.  Basements and other underground areas were flooded with over 250 million gallons of water from the Chicago River. Much of the downtown area had to be evacuated, and it took three days for the water to recede.   […]