October 17

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Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. 

Psalm 19:2

 

OctoberOctober is: Clergy Appreciation Month
National AIDS Awareness Month
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
National Car Care Month
National Caramel Month
National Communicate With Your Kid Month
National Cookie Month
National Crime Prevention Month

Celebrate Today:

Black Poetry Day - This day celebrates the birthday of Jupiter Hammon. He was born on this day in 1711. He was the first American black to publish his poetry. This day recognizes the contributions of black poets to American life and culture. Sponsor: Black Poetry Day Committee.

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty - Devoted to eliminating poverty in all countries, especially developing nations. Sponsor: United Nations.

RCA Day - The Radio Corporation of America was founded on this day in 1919.

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