On the Friday before Labor Day, National College Colors Day encourages everyone to display their team spirit. Across the United States students, parents, family, fans, and alumni will be wearing their team colors. Be sure you’re celebrating by wearing your college team’s colors and apparel.
Team spirit has long been a foundation of cheering athletes to victory. Wearing the colors of the school as well as singing the school song goes along with the energy of the day. Not only does it bring back memories, but it carries on traditions. Sometimes, these traditions run deep, too.
Support your team and show your team spirit by wearing your college colors to the game or while watching it on TV. Rally the fans and show your team you know they will go for the win! Tailgating and pregame revelry are all part of the enjoyment of the season. Many alumni enjoy share memories of games from years past, especially the close ones, win or lose.
The College Licensing Company founded College Colors Day in 2004.
HOW TO OBSERVE #CollegeColorsDay
Wear your college colors; share your stories. Tailgate or have a party at home before the big game. Take a tour of your alma mater. Use #CollegeColorsDay to post on social media and spread the word.
On January 4, National Missouri Day recognizes the 24th state to join the union.
Known as the gateway to the West and nicknamed the Show Me State, Missouri is bordered by two great rivers: Mississippi on its eastern border and Missouri River for a portion of its western border. As a result, Missouri is ideally located as a hub of transportation and trade.
State Capital – Jefferson City State Nickname – Show Me State State Motto – Salus Populi Suprema Lex Esto State Bird – Eastern Bluebird State Amphibian – American Bullfrog State Flower – White Hawthorn Blossom State Animal – Mule State Folk Dance – Square Dance State Musical Instrument – Fiddle State Fish – Channel Catfish State Reptile – Three Toed Box Turtle State Dessert – Ice Cream Cone State Fossil – Crinoid State Mineral – Galena State Tree – Flowering Dogwood State Song – Missouri Waltz State Gemstone – Beryl
Statehood came as part of the Missouri Compromise allowing Maine to enter the union as a free state and Missouri to enter with no restrictions on slavery. During the Civil War, Missouri was divided and sent men to fight for both the north and the south.
My dads side of the family came from here. I still have great relatives and friends there. Some just outside of St Louis, others in small towns like Joplin and Carthage. While a historic family home was sold it still stands with it’s corner stone, carriage drive, and other features from 1916. I was fortunate to visit and have fun before my stroke made that so difficult.
I can remember my dad telling me about his time here as a little boy. Located in Duenweg, Missouri.
The views around the state are spectacular. I visited Kansas City, Missouri, Branson, Lake of the Ozarks is breathtaking. St Louis, Springfield, Neosho, Joplin, Columbia, Carthage, part of historic Route 66, Moscow Mills, Jefferson City, and numerous others. It was so worth the trip just for the views. The extra time I spent with my family there was priceless.
The state boasts many cultural attractions from riverboat cruises to music festivals and tours of the largest brewing company in the nation. With a rich history and interesting people, Missouri became a stopping point for many migrating west. Some stayed, others moved on, some returned east.
Some of those names you might recognize. Daniel Boone, Laura Ingles Wilder, Kit Carson, William Clark, Walt Disney, Scott Joplin, and Joseph Pulitzer all made Missouri their home for a time.
Notable People
Mark Twain – Author – (November 30, 1835 – April 21, 1910)
For a complete list of Missouri State and National Parks & Historic Sites visit www.mostateparks.com and www.nps.gov. Check out a few of the featured sites around the state below.
Whether you’re passing through or planning to stay a while, join us as we recognize Missouri’s history and pioneering spirit. Uncover hidden treasures and explore all Missouri’s hills and valleys! Use #NationalMissouriDay to share on social media.
