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[IceWizard]

10 Aug 2017


Skyscraper Appreciation Day



Skyscraper Appreciation Day is the birthday of the famous architect William Can Alen, who is the genius behind the construction of the Chrysler Building, which is one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks.

Skyscraper Appreciation Day was initiated and founded by Dr. Tom Stevens. Interestingly, it was created so that the general public could admire the structural and architectural brilliance of skyscrapers. Furthermore, it also celebrates the triumph of reason and man’s ability to construct industrial masterpieces.

You can celebrate Skyscraper Appreciation Day by undertaking one of the following activities:

(1) Research the topic of skyscrapers on the internet and compile a detailed factfile.

(2) Venture to a skyscraper close to where you live and marvel at its architectural beauty.

(3) Sort through your favourite skyscraper photos and add them to the “Photos” section of the Skyscrpaer Appreciation Day Facebook page.

(4)Have skyscraper themed day where you and your friends dress up as famous skyscrapers from around the world.


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World Lion Day



Lion Day aims to raise awareness of the majestic hunter, the ultimate feline, the king of the jungle, the big fluffy kitty of the Serengeti… Hmm, we should have left it at ‘king of the jungle’.

Basically, it’s all about lions, but you’ve probably got that from the name.

This celebration of the animal kingdom’s most beautiful and fearsome creature was founded by Big Cat Rescue, the world’s largest accredited sanctuary dedicated to big cats. August 10th is a day for people to come together from across the world to pay tribute to the mighty lion in as many ways as possible. Though a fun and exciting occasion for all, its foundations are based in a very serious matter: lion numbers have dramatically declined to the point where the species needs to be placed on the endangered list, just like its larger cousin the tiger.

How you celebrate is entirely up to you. You could change your social media profile pictures to a lion for the day, draw a sketch and share it with friends, find out who has the loudest roar, or even get your coworkers to sponsor you to wear a lion jumpsuit to work, then make a donation to Big Cat Rescue’s ongoing mission.

At the very least, please Like the official Facebook page and follow @BigCatRescue on Twitter, because the more we spread the word, the greater the chances of these incredible animals gracing our planet forevermore.


And


Duran Duran Appreciation Day






Duran Duran Day celebrates 80’s rock icons, Duran Duran – a band who pushed the limits of acceptable music video content. Try listening to some Duran Duran at work, in the car, and at home; don’t worry, it’s officially ok for just one day!

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August 10 Birthdays




June Shannon - 38




Antonio Banderas - 57




Herbert Hoover - (1874 - 1964) (90)




Eddie Fisher - (1928 - 2010) (82)




Ian Anderson - 70









August 10th

2002: Elvis Presley’s daughter Lisa Marie married for the third time, marrying actor Nicolas Cage. They would divorce 108 days later & their divorce proceedings lasted longer than their marriage.

1995: Van Halen was the musical guest on The Late Show with David Letterman where they performed “Not Enough”.

1992: Def Leppard kicked off the North American leg of their Seven Day Weekend Tour in support of Adrenalize at Madison Square Garden.

1985: Over nine months after its initial release, Reckless by Bryan Adams reached number one on the Billboard 200 album chart where it would stay for two weeks. This was Adams’ first and only number one album in the U.S.

1982: Frank Zappa & his daughter Moon Unit Zappa appeared on Late Night with David Letterman & quickly recited “Valley Girl”.

1976: Elton John began the first of seven sold out concerts at Madison Square Garden in New York City, where he set a then-record gate of $1.25 million for the seven concerts.

1972: After a Wings concert in Gothenburg, Sweden, Paul and Linda McCartney were arrested and fined $1,300 for marijuana possession.

1968: Cream reached the top of the Billboard 200 Album Chart for the first and only time with Wheels of Fire which spent four weeks on top.

1964: Mick Jagger was found guilty of driving without insurance and breaking the speed limit. He was fined $50.




Birthdays:

Leo Fender born in 1909

Ian Anderson - Singer for Jethro Tull born in 1947[/b]