August 8

Scott Winters August 8, 2025 0 Comments

A quick look at Today in History, check out some Celebrity Birthdays, and find out what Days of the Year to celebrate.

TODAY IN HISTORY:

1876 – Thomas Edison received a patent for his mimeograph.

1899 – The refrigerator was patented by A.T. Marshall of Brockton, MA.

1908 – Wilbur Wright made his first flight at a racecourse at LeMans, France. It was the Wright Brothers’ first public flight.

1911 – The number of representatives in the U.S. House of Representatives was established at 435. There was one member of Congress for every 211,877 residents.

1911 – The one millionth patent was filed in the United States Patent Office by Francis Holton for a tubeless vehicle tire.

1920 – The Detroit Tigers shut out the New York Yankees 1-0 in one hour and 13 minutes. It was the shortest nine inning game in American League History at the time.

1945 – The United Nations Charter was signed by President Harry S. Truman.

1949 – Grand Rapids, MI’s first television station went on the air. It was WLAV Channel 7. It would later become WOOD TV Channel 8.

1966 – Michael DeBakey became the first surgeon to install an artificial heart pump in a patient.

1974 – In the wake of Watergate, President Richard M. Nixon, in a nationwide television address, announced his resignation from the office of President of the United States effective at noon the next day.

1978 – The U.S. launched Pioneer Venus II, which carried scientific probes to study the atmosphere of Venus.

1988 – The lights were turned on at Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL, for the first time, making it the last major league stadium to have only day games.

1989 – The Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-28) took off from Cape Canaveral, FL, on a secret five-day military mission.

1992 – The “Dream Team” clinched the gold medal at the Barcelona Summer Olympics. The U.S. basketball team beat Croatia 117-85.

1999 – Tish, the world’s oldest captive goldfish, died in Yorkshire, England, at the age of 43.

2008 – The 29th modern summer Olympic Games took place in Beijing, China until August 24.

2021 – The USA women’s basketball team won it’s seventh consecutive Olympic gold medal with 90-75 win over Japan in Tokyo.

2022 – The Federal Bureau of Investigation executed a search warrant at former president Donald Trump’s residence in Mar-a-Lago, Palm Beach, FL.

BIRTHDAYS:

Nita Talbot – 95 a old (1930) – Actress (Played Marya, the “White Russian” spy on TV’s “Hogan’s Heroes”, played Sheila Fine on “Soap”)

Dustin Hoffman – 88 a old (1937) – Actor (“Kramer vs. Kramer”, “Rain Man”, “Wag the Dog”, “Tootsie”, “Midnight Cowboy”, “The Graduate”)

Connie Stevens – 87 a old (1938) – Singer

Larry Wilcox – 78 a old (1947) – Actor (Played Officer Jonathan “Jon” Baker on TV’s “CHiPs”)

Keith Carradine – 76 a old (1949) – Actor, singer (“Nashville”, “Deadwood”, “Dexter”, “Madam Secretary”)

Robin Quivers – 73 a old (1952) – Radio Personality (“The Howard Stern Show”)

Donny Most – 72 a old (1953) – Actor (Played Ralph Malph on TV’s “Happy Days”)

Chris Foreman – 69 a old (1956) – Guitarist (Madness)

Deborah Norville – 67 a old (1958) – TV personality (TV’s “Inside Edition”, “Today”)

Rikki Rockett – 64 a old (1961) – Drummer (Poison)

The Edge (David Evans) – 64 a old (1961) – Lead guitarist, keyboardist, backing vocalist (U2)

Scott Stapp – 52 a old (1973) – Lead vocalist (Creed)

JC Chasez – 49 a old (1976) – Singer (‘N Sync)

Drew Lachey – 49 a old (1976) – Singer (98 Degrees)

Odie – 47 a old (1978) – from the “Garfield” comic

Countess Vaughn – 47 a old (1978) – Actress (“The Parkers”, “Moesha”)

Michael Urie – 45 a old (1980) – Actor (TV’s “Ugly Betty”)

TODAY IS:

International Cat Day: Pamper your furry feline friends on International Cat Day, visit big cats at the zoo, or consider taking the plunge and adopting one of these wonderful creatures.
National CBD Day: Harnessing nature's botanical wonders, CBD offers holistic relief, promoting wellness and vitality through its natural properties.
Scottish Wildcat Day: Join the movement fighting to protect the critically endangered Scottish Wildcat. Vaccinate your own cats to help reduce their risk of preventable diseases.
National Bowling Day: High fashion shoes, greasy balls, and the clack of pins: get together some friends or family for a friendly bowling game, or join a league or competition.
National Frozen Custard Day:
National Pickleball Day: A sport born from a blend of tradition and innovation, embodying camaraderie and spirited competition, captivating players of all ages.
National Happiness Happens Day: Life feels like a warm summer day when you're filled with joy, surrounded by loved ones, and living your dreams.
National Mochi Day: Soft, chewy, and delightful bites filled with sweet surprises, mochi offers a unique and satisfying treat experience.
Odie Day: Everyone knows Garfield, but many forget the canine companion that shared the strip: Odie. Reread some Garfield strips, and give some love to this dumb dog.
National Garage Sale Day: De-clutter your garage, yard, and house by hosting a garage or yard sale to get rid of all your unneeded items, and hopefully get a little money in return.
National Dollar Day:
Global Sleep Under the Stars Night: Reveling in nature's embrace, gazing at the infinite cosmos, one finds solace and wonder beneath the night sky.
National Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbors’ Porch Day: Crafting a lighthearted surprise, discreetly gifting garden abundance, adding a playful twist to neighborly connections and greenery sharing.
National Oatcake Day:
Take a Penny/Leave a Penny Day:
National Tarantula Appreciation Day:
National Perler Day:
Top 8 Challenge Day: Milk, eggs, wheat, fish, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, and shellfish: remove these Top 8 allergens from your diet and see if your overall well-being improves.
Shop Online for Groceries Day:
Wear Your Mother’s Jewelry Day:
International Allyship Day:
National Braiders Day:
Digital Nomad Day:
International Hangover Day:
National Whataburger Day:
International Infinity Day:
Dying to Know Day:
Crayfish Party:
National Fishing Month: Relaxing, meditative, and practical, fishing is an ideal hobby for many. Get out on the water with some bait and a fishing line, and catch yourself dinner.
National Eisteddfod of Wales:
Stop on Red Week:
Farmers Market Week:
National Twins Day:
Bristol Balloon Fiesta:
International Assistance Dog Week:
National Exercise With Your Child Week: Encouraging outdoor play, fostering healthy habits, and instilling a love for movement in children for lifelong well-being.
Simplify Your Life Week: Embracing minimalism, decluttering spaces, and focusing on what truly matters, finding peace in simplicity and mindful living.
Big Butterfly Count: Monitoring environmental vitality by tallying butterflies, a simple yet profound method revealing the delicate balance within ecosystems.