Events of the Day
Gazebo Concert The Jack Allen Big Band performs at 7 tonight at Kennelley Park next to Fairport Village Landing. The concert is free.
Water Wizards The hour-long program for children 6-10 starts at 3 today in the Elma Gaffney meeting room at the Fairport Public Library. Participants will be conducting experiments and making crafts with a water theme.
Daily Quotes
“They are the unsung heroes of our community. We invited them to the mall to tell their stories, meet the people and have the people meet the people who are out there on the front line.” — Matt Rinaldi, Perinton Square Mall, which hosted a two-week Christmas in July event for local nonprofits to tell about the services they offer.
“Have a sense of humor about life — you will need it. And be courteous.” — Peter Jennings, who was born on this date in 1938.
Word of the Day
Congeries KAHN-juh-reez (noun) Aggregation, collection — www.merriam-webster.com
Website of the Day
Pink’s Hot Dogs
www.pinkshollywood.com
You can’t celebrate National Chili Dog Day without thinking of Pink’s Hot Dog’s, a Hollywood, Calif., stand that has been in operation since 1939. As you snack on a chili dog from your favorite spot, check out the photos from 1940 through today.
Number to Know
20 billion: Estimated number of hot dogs that Americans eat each year, according to the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council. Today is National Chili Dog Day, so prepare your dog with some chili!
This Day in History
July 29, 1981: Marriage of Charles, Prince of Wales to Lady Diana Spencer.
Today’s Featured Birthday
Country singer Martina McBride (44)
