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National Flag Day 2025

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National Flag Day takes place each year on June 14 to honor Old Glory, and commemorate the adoption of the United States flag on June 14, 1777. The holiday is a day when Americans show respect for the country’s national flag, and what it represents.

While Betsy Ross has been given credit for stitching together the first American flag, there is no sound evidence to support the story. However, there are none to challenge it either.

It seems some of the conflict arose because there were several designs being considered all at the same time. There were many flag makers during that time, and more than one claim as to whose was first. During Ross’s Revolutionary time, several standards were carried bearing red and white stripes along with varying symbols where the blue field and white stars now reside.

Our nod

Here is Hattingdon’s nod to the original U.S. flag. The hat has thirteen white stars set against a deep, dark blue rounded cap, together with a red and white striped bow below. Naturally, we named the design Betsy. Isn’t she sweet?

Betsy Hattingdon.

Flag facts

• Since 1777, the design of the United States flag has been officially modified 26 times.

• On June 24, 1912, by Executive Order of President Taft, the proportions of the flag was established, providing for the arrangement of its stars in six horizontal rows of eight each, with a single point of each star to be upward.

• On July 4, 1912, the United States flag grew to 48 stars with the addition of New Mexico (January 6th, 1912) and Arizona (February 14, 1912).

• The 48-star flag was official for 47 years, the 2nd longest length of years. Only the 50 Star Flag is longer.

• In 1959, the 49-Star version of the Flag became official on July 4th. The following month, President Eisenhower ordered the 50-Star Flag on August 21st.

• The 50-star American flag was designed by seventeen-year-old Robert G. Heft of Ohio. His was one of the more than 1,500 plus designs submitted to the President for consideration. We find the “backstory” on this fascinating. We hope you do too.

See “The High Schooler Who Designed the 50-Star American Flag“.

See also “Who Made the American Flag with 50 Stars” plus “Facts about the United States Flag” by the Smithsonian.

Updated June 17, 2025.

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Wear BLUE Day

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Men’s Health | Wear BLUE Day | 13th June

Men’s health is the focus of Wear BLUE Day, 13th June 2025, the Friday before Father’s Day.

By wearing blue on June 13th, you send the message that you are supporting the men in your life to lead a healthy lifestyle, and that you care about their well-being.

Men are more likely to skip health checkups than women. At the same time, they are more likely to take chances with their health choices.

The three leading causes of death for men according to the Centers for Disease Control are cancer, heart disease, and accidents. As part of the campaign that includes Men’s Health Month and Men’s Health Week in June, Wear BLUE Day encourages us to take stock of our health choices and become more aware of health risks. 

The Wear BLUE Campaign provides an opportunity for employers, communities, and other organizations to hold events to raise awareness about concerns surrounding men’s health and how they can take charge. The day is also a way for loved ones to show their encouragement for the men in their lives.

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“Kelly” Hattingdon in Blue Fedora.

How to Observe Wear BLUE Day

The Men’s Health Network founded the Wear BLUE Day campaign to raise awareness concerning men’s health.

Sponsor a Wear BLUE Day fundraiser to raise money regarding prostate cancer or to provide education about diabetes, heart disease, or stroke. When it comes to getting healthy or staying there, sometimes a checklist helps. For more, visit www.menshealthnetwork.org. 

Missed the date? It is never too late to give. Thank you everyone.

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National Doughnut Day

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National Doughnut Day is a day of appreciation for Salvation Army volunteers who distributed doughnuts to servicemen during the first world war.

Doughnuts are fried circular pieces of dough that are usually topped with sugar syrups, chocolate, nuts and other flavorings (just in case you didn’t know . . . wink!).

Here is Hattingdon’s millinery inspired nod to the doughnut. How cool. We named the design Dee Dee.

Dee Dee Donut Fashion Hat

National Doughnut Day is celebrated on the first Friday in June, and on November 5th. Why two National Doughnut days and which is the real one?

Turns out they’re both valid holidays honoring the sweet treat. While both are official National Doughnut Days, many people consider the June date to be the original.

Spelling: By the way, the more traditional spelling is doughnut. However, both doughnut and donut are pervasive in American English.

• More at There is a Day for That »

• See National Donut Day 2025: List of Deals from Dunkin’, Lidl and More via Newsweek »

Hey. Did you know . . . ? In the Second World War, Red Cross Volunteers also distributed doughnuts, and it became routine to refer to the Red Cross girls as ‘Doughnut Dollies’.

See you again in November!

Updated: 4:34 pm est.

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National Creativity Day

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Hey there. Today, May 30th, is “National Creativity Day”.

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“You don’t need to be a painter or a poet to “be creative” — and thank goodness for that. National Creativity Day, celebrated every May 30, was created to invite everyone to tap into their imagination, embrace new ideas, and express themselves… in whatever form feels right.

Whether that’s cooking, songwriting, parenting, reorganizing your bookshelves by color (no notes), or mowing lines in your lawn just so, creativity comes in many shapes and sizes — and all of them are meaningful and worthwhile.

A brief history

This holiday was established in 2018 by Hal Croasmun and ScreenwritingU to highlight the power of imagination and recognize the many different ways people create.

Since then, it’s become a meaningful annual reminder to step outside our routines and make something — anything. It’s also a chance to pause and notice the small ways you’re already being creative in daily life. Your gut instinct might be to say, “Oh, I’m not a creative person.” But we’re willing to bet you are — and you just might not be giving yourself enough credit.

Creativity isn’t just about creating art — it’s part of how we live. Read full article at AOL »

Featured Image: Bonnie Artiste. ©Vivian J Grant. All Rights Reserved.

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