Today's Dippit!

Quote

"The only thing more dangerous than ignorance is arrogance." 

Albert Einstein

Joke

What is black – white – black – white – black – white? 

A penguin rolling down a mountain!

Fun Fact

Cotton candy was invented by a dentist.

It is not known whether William Morrison had an ulterior motive for inventing the soft confection, but the dentist no doubt helped ensure others in his profession continued drawing in plenty of customers. In 1897, he partnered with candy-maker John C. Wharton to develop the cotton candy machine (which at the time was known as "Fairy Floss"), and it's been bringing kids cavities ever since.

Reading Fact

Reading newspapers and magazines can keep readers informed about current events and trends.

History Fact

The Olympics Used to Award Medals for Art.

From 1912 to 1948, the Olympic Games held competitions in the fine arts. Medals were given for literature, architecture, sculpture, painting, and music. Naturally, the art created was required to be Olympic-themed. According to the founder of the modern Olympics, Pierre de Frédy, the addition of the arts was necessary because the ancient Greeks used to hold art festivals alongside the games. Before the art events were eventually removed, 151 medals were awarded.

Movie/TV Trivia

Bueller? Bueller? Bueller? Cruise? Cusack? Carrey? Depp? All were considered for the part of the hooky playing teen.

Movie/TV Quote

"Houston, we have a problem."

Apollo 13, 1995

Hollywood doing a little historical revisionism: In real life, astronaut Jim Lovell said, "Houston, we've had a problem."

Conversation Starter

What is the best or worst trait you inherited from your parents?

Writing Prompt

What’s the Coolest Thing You’ve Ever Seen in a Museum?