Celebrations

Jun
28
2021
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By Troy Warren
NATIONAL LOGISTICS DAY – June 28

NATIONAL LOGISTICS DAY – June 28

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Troy Warren for CNT   NATIONAL LOGISTICS DAY Annually, National Logistics Day ™ on June 28th promotes appreciation for the important role the logistics industry plays in both our national and global economies! The logistics industry first started to take form when Marco Polo traveled to China on the Silk Road. His detailed written record paved the way for future traders and merchants traveling between Europe and China. In 1896, the invention of the “horseless carriage” semi-truck improved how goods moved across our country. Just 14 years later, the first air cargo flight took place in 1910. The flight between…
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Jun
27
2021
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By Troy Warren
NATIONAL ICE CREAM CAKE DAY – June 27

NATIONAL ICE CREAM CAKE DAY – June 27

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Troy Warren for CNT   NATIONAL ICE CREAM CAKE DAY National Ice Cream Cake Day on June 27th each year brings two celebration favorites together under one delicious treat! And in the height of summer, an ice cream cake creates the perfect dessert for just about any occasion. Ice cream cake makers build these treats out of any flavor of ice cream into the shape of a cake. And they can add many different ingredients, too. Whether you like cookie crumbs, sponge cake, fudge, fruit, or caramel between the layers, they make delicious things happen. Then they take it a…
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Jun
26
2021
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NATIONAL CHOCOLATE PUDDING DAY – June 26

NATIONAL CHOCOLATE PUDDING DAY – June 26

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Troy Warren for CNT   NATIONAL CHOCOLATE PUDDING DAY Each year on June 26th, National Chocolate Pudding Day gets us all excited for a serving of this creamy dessert. Children and adults alike love chocolate pudding and have done so for generations. Usually eaten as a snack or dessert, chocolate pudding is also used as a filling for chocolate creme pie. Chocolate pudding is usually made with milk and sugar, flavored with chocolate and vanilla then thickened with flour or cornstarch. However, some recipes do use eggs when making the pudding. Historically, chocolate pudding is a variation of chocolate custard,…
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Jun
25
2021
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By Troy Warren
NATIONAL STRAWBERRY PARFAIT DAY

NATIONAL STRAWBERRY PARFAIT DAY

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Troy Warren for CNT   NATIONAL STRAWBERRY PARFAIT DAY National Strawberry Parfait Day on June 25th comes around each year during the perfect time – peak strawberry season.  In fact, parfait is French for perfect. The traditional parfait is a dessert of ice cream or frozen custard layered with fruit and whipped cream in a tall stemmed glass. An additional topping of whipped cream garnishes the dessert. Today, we often replace the ice cream with yogurt or pudding and layers of granola.   Strawberries are not only in season during June, but they are also an excellent source of Vitamin C, folic acid,…
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Jun
24
2021
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NATIONAL BOMB POP DAY – Last Thursday in June

NATIONAL BOMB POP DAY – Last Thursday in June

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Troy Warren for CNT    NATIONAL BOMB POP DAY The last Thursday in June is reserved for enjoying a summertime favorite on National Bomb Pop Day. Its rocket shape and vivid colors remind us of fireworks!  Patriotic and frozen into the shape of a star ready to rocket across the sky, the Bomb Pop came to fruition during the Cold War. Invented in 1955 in Kansas City, Missouri, Bomb Pops are also known as the red, white, and blue frozen treat. Having one of these icy sweets is a terrific way to kick off the upcoming 4th of July celebrations…
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Jun
20
2021
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By Troy Warren
FATHER’S DAY – Third Sunday in June

FATHER’S DAY – Third Sunday in June

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Troy Warren for CNT   FATHER’S DAY On the third Sunday in June, Father’s Day honors the role fathers play in the family structure and society. The day recognizes not just fathers, but the father figures in our lives. These are the men we look up to who set solid examples for us and guide us throughout our lives. Many families dedicate the day to their fathers and grandfathers. Whether they are first-time fathers just learning to change a diaper, or experienced fathers offering sage advice, the day celebrates everything a father is. Fathers from family to family play a…
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