September 13 – National Uncle Sam Day

National Uncle Sam Day is Today!

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HOW TO CELEBRATE UNCLE SAME DAY STEP-BY-STEP

•  Display your American flag today.
•  Host a party, decorate with Uncle Sam decorations, wear an Uncle Sam costume.
•  Make and eat red, white, and blue food!
•  Read more about the history of Uncle Sam.
•  Put together an Uncle Sam puzzle.
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Happy Uncle Sam Day! Today we celebrate the man who has come to symbolize the United States of America. Uncle Sam was originally a character created by cartoonist Thomas Nast in the 19th century, but he has since been adopted as a national icon. He is often depicted as a tall, skinny man with a red, white, and blue suit and hat. He is usually shown holding a flag or banner with the words “I Want You” or “Uncle Sam Needs You.”

Uncle Sam represents patriotism and loyalty, and he is a reminder of the courageous men and women who have served our country. So on this Uncle Sam Day, let us remember those who have fought for our freedom and continue to work towards making America the best it can be. Thank you, Uncle Sam, for everything you represent!

NATIONAL UNCLE SAME DAY:  A BRIEF HISTORY OF UNCLE SAM

Uncle Sam has been a part of American folklore for more than 200 years. The character was first introduced in the War of 1812, when he was used as a symbol of American patriotism. He appeared on posters and propaganda materials, encouraging citizens to support the war effort. Over time, Uncle Sam evolved into a more specific representation of the United States government. He came to be seen as a tall, bearded man dressed in patriotic clothing, and his image became an iconic part of American culture. Today, Uncle Sam is still used as a symbol of the United States, and his image can be seen on everything from postage stamps to presidential seal.

100 WAYS TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL UNCLE SAM DAY

1. Uncle Sam Trivia: Host a trivia game about Uncle Sam’s history and fun facts.
2. Uncle Sam Costume Contest: Organize a costume contest where participants dress up as Uncle Sam.
3. Uncle Sam Relay Race: Set up a relay race where participants pass Uncle Sam hats or flags to teammates.
4. Uncle Sam Photo Booth: Create a photo booth with props related to Uncle Sam for fun photo opportunities.
5. Uncle Sam Arts and Crafts: Set up a crafting station where participants can create Uncle Sam-themed crafts like hats or posters.
6. Uncle Sam Speech Competition: Hold a speech competition where participants deliver speeches as if they were Uncle Sam.
7. Uncle Sam Scavenger Hunt: Organize a scavenger hunt with clues leading to Uncle Sam-themed items or locations.
8. Uncle Sam Coloring Contest: Print out Uncle Sam coloring pages and hold a coloring contest for kids and adults.
9. Uncle Sam Bingo: Play a game of bingo using cards featuring Uncle Sam-related images or phrases.
10. Uncle Sam Storytime: Read stories or historical anecdotes about Uncle Sam’s origins and significance.
11. Uncle Sam Parade: Organize a parade featuring Uncle Sam-themed floats, costumes, and decorations.
12. Uncle Sam Word Search: Challenge participants to find Uncle Sam-related words in a word search puzzle.
13. Uncle Sam Movie Marathon: Host a movie marathon featuring films or documentaries related to Uncle Sam or American history.
14. Uncle Sam Relay Drawing: Create a relay drawing activity where participants add to a mural depicting Uncle Sam as they pass by.
15. Uncle Sam Karaoke: Sing patriotic songs or songs related to Uncle Sam in a karaoke competition.
16. Uncle Sam Book Club: Read and discuss books about Uncle Sam, patriotism, or American history.
17. Uncle Sam Flag Making: Provide materials for participants to make their own mini flags with Uncle Sam designs.
18. Uncle Sam Cooking Contest: Hold a cooking contest where participants create dishes inspired by Uncle Sam or American cuisine.
19. Uncle Sam Dance Party: Dance to patriotic music or songs associated with Uncle Sam at a themed dance party.
20. Uncle Sam Relay Drawing: Create a relay drawing activity where participants add to a mural depicting Uncle Sam as they pass by.
21. Uncle Sam Charades: Act out phrases or scenes related to Uncle Sam for others to guess in a game of charades.
22. Uncle Sam Trivia Hunt: Hide trivia questions about Uncle Sam around a venue or outdoor area for participants to find and answer.
23. Uncle Sam Arts and Crafts Fair: Host a fair where local artists showcase and sell their Uncle Sam-themed artwork.
24. Uncle Sam History Quiz: Create a quiz with questions about the history and symbolism of Uncle Sam.
25. Uncle Sam Patriotic Concert: Attend or host a concert featuring patriotic music and songs associated with Uncle Sam and American pride.
26. Patriotic Bingo: Play bingo with cards featuring patriotic symbols like flags, stars, and Uncle Sam hats.
27. Uncle Sam Trivia Pursuit: Test knowledge with a trivia game focusing on Uncle Sam’s history and symbolism.
28. Red, White, and Blue Relay Race: Divide into teams and race while carrying items representing the colors of the American flag.
29. Patriotic Pictionary: Draw and guess patriotic-themed words and phrases in a game of Pictionary.
30. Freedom Freeze Tag: Play freeze tag with a patriotic twist, where players shout “freedom” to unfreeze tagged players.
31. Stars and Stripes Cornhole: Compete in a game of cornhole using boards decorated with stars and stripes.
32. Liberty Ladder Toss: Toss bolas at a ladder target decorated in patriotic colors and symbols.
33. American History Jeopardy: Answer trivia questions about U.S. history and Uncle Sam in a Jeopardy-style game.
34. Patriotic Relay Obstacle Course: Navigate through an obstacle course while carrying American flag-themed items.
35. Declaration of Independence Charades: Act out scenes or phrases from the Declaration of Independence for others to guess.
36. Star-Spangled Simon Says: Play a patriotic version of Simon Says with commands related to American symbols.
37. American Flag Capture the Flag: Play a classic game of capture the flag using American flags as the markers.
38. Independence Day Word Search: Search for words related to Independence Day and Uncle Sam in a word search puzzle.
39. American Anthem Sing-Off: Compete in a singing contest performing patriotic songs and anthems.
40. Presidential Memory Match: Test memory skills by matching pairs of cards featuring presidents and American symbols.
41. Uncle Sam’s Treasure Hunt: Search for hidden “treasures” or patriotic items around a designated area.
42. Patriotic Trivia Board Game: Play a board game dedicated to testing knowledge of American history and symbols.
43. Stars and Stripes Scavenger Hunt: Race to find items decorated with stars and stripes in a scavenger hunt.
44. Liberty Limbo: Limbo under a pole decorated in patriotic colors and symbols while patriotic music plays.
45. American Revolution Role-Play: Act out scenes from the American Revolution in a dramatic role-playing game.
46. Freedom Frisbee Golf: Play a round of frisbee golf using targets decorated with patriotic themes.
47. Bald Eagle Balloon Pop: Pop balloons decorated with bald eagles and other American symbols to reveal hidden prizes.
48. Patriotic Puzzle Race: Race to complete jigsaw puzzles featuring patriotic images and scenes.
49. Statue of Liberty Statue Guessing Game: Guess which player is posing like the Statue of Liberty in a blindfolded guessing game.
50. Star-Spangled Relay: Relay race with tasks that include waving flags, reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, and singing patriotic songs.
51.  Uncle Sam Hat Headbands: Craft headbands resembling Uncle Sam’s iconic hat using paper and ribbon.
52. Patriotic Pinwheels: Create colorful pinwheels featuring red, white, and blue designs reminiscent of Uncle Sam’s attire.
53. Flag-Themed Wreath: Construct a wreath using mini American flags, ribbon, and foam or wire frame.
54. Uncle Sam Paper Plate Craft: Make Uncle Sam faces using paper plates, construction paper, and googly eyes.
55. Star-Spangled Windsocks: Craft windsocks decorated with stars and stripes to hang outdoors.
56. Patriotic Mason Jar Lanterns: Decorate mason jars with red, white, and blue paint or tissue paper to create lanterns.
57. American Flag Banner: Sew or glue together fabric triangles in red, white, and blue to make a festive banner.
58. Uncle Sam Puppet: Create Uncle Sam puppets using craft sticks, paper, and markers for a fun storytelling activity.
59. Patriotic Paper Fans: Make paper fans using colored paper and popsicle sticks, decorated with patriotic designs.
60. DIY Uncle Sam Dolls: Sew or glue together fabric scraps to make small Uncle Sam dolls for display.
61. Star-Spangled Garland: String together star-shaped cutouts in red, white, and blue to make garlands.
62. Uncle Sam Paper Bag Puppet: Turn paper bags into Uncle Sam puppets by decorating them with markers and paper cutouts.
63. American Flag Plant Pots: Paint or decorate plant pots in the colors of the American flag for a patriotic touch to your garden.
64. Patriotic Ribbon Wands: Create ribbon wands using dowels and ribbons in red, white, and blue colors.
65. Uncle Sam Clothespin Dolls: Decorate clothespins with felt and paint to resemble Uncle Sam for a whimsical craft.
66. Patriotic Paper Lanterns: Make paper lanterns decorated with stars and stripes patterns for festive lighting.
67. American Flag Placemats: Design placemats using fabric or paper with the American flag design for your table setting.
68. Patriotic Bead Necklaces: String red, white, and blue beads onto strings or wire to make patriotic necklaces.
69. DIY Patriotic Tote Bags: Decorate plain tote bags with fabric paint or iron-on transfers featuring patriotic designs.
70. Uncle Sam Paper Dolls: Print and cut out Uncle Sam paper dolls, then dress them in different patriotic outfits.
71. Patriotic Paper Lanterns: Create paper lanterns using red, white, and blue paper, adorned with star cutouts.
72. American Flag Coasters: Make coasters using cork or felt, decorated with fabric or paint in the pattern of the American flag.
73. Patriotic Wind Chimes: Craft wind chimes using metal or wooden pieces painted in patriotic colors and hung with ribbon or string.
74. Uncle Sam Sun Catchers: Create sun catchers using clear plastic sheets decorated with Uncle Sam designs using permanent markers.
75. Patriotic Mason Jar Centerpieces: Fill mason jars with red, white, and blue flowers or decorative items for festive centerpieces.
76. Patriotic Fruit Salad: Combine strawberries, blueberries, and bananas for a red, white, and blue fruit salad.
77. Stars and Stripes Pizza: Create a pizza with toppings arranged in the pattern of the American flag using cheese, tomatoes, and blueberries.
78. Uncle Sam Sandwiches: Make sandwiches with layers of turkey, cheese, and lettuce, served with a side of cherry tomatoes and blue corn chips.
79. Red, White, and Blue Parfaits: Layer yogurt with strawberries, yogurt with blueberries, and granola for a patriotic parfait.
80. American Flag Veggie Tray: Arrange cherry tomatoes, cauliflower florets, and blue corn chips in the shape of the American flag on a platter.
81. Patriotic Popsicles: Make popsicles with layers of strawberry, vanilla, and blueberry yogurt for a refreshing treat.
82. Uncle Sam’s BBQ Chicken: Grill chicken brushed with barbecue sauce, served with baked beans and corn on the cob.
83. Red, White, and Blue Smoothies: Blend strawberries, banana, and blueberries with yogurt for a colorful smoothie.
84. Patriotic Caprese Skewers: Skewer cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and blueberries drizzled with balsamic glaze.
85. American Flag Cheese Platter: Arrange slices of white cheese, blue cheese, and cherry tomatoes in the pattern of the American flag on a platter.
86. Uncle Sam’s BBQ Sliders: Serve mini sliders with pulled pork or beef, topped with coleslaw and served with pickles and potato chips.
87. Patriotic Pasta Salad: Combine cooked pasta with cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and black olives in a red wine vinaigrette dressing.
88. Star-Spangled Deviled Eggs: Make deviled eggs with a sprinkle of paprika and garnish with blue cheese crumbles.
89. Red, White, and Blue Salsa: Mix diced tomatoes, onions, and blueberries with lime juice and cilantro for a festive salsa.
90. Uncle Sam’s Apple Pie: Bake an apple pie with a lattice crust, served with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
91. Patriotic Cheeseburger Sliders: Grill mini cheeseburgers with American cheese, served with ketchup, mustard, and pickles.
92. American Flag Taco Dip: Layer refried beans, sour cream, salsa, cheese, and olives in the shape of the American flag on a serving platter.
93. Red, White, and Blueberry Muffins: Bake muffins with raspberries, white chocolate chips, and blueberries for a patriotic twist.
94. Uncle Sam’s Fruit Kabobs: Skewer watermelon, pineapple, and grapes on wooden sticks for a refreshing snack.
95. Patriotic Rice Krispie Treats: Make Rice Krispie treats with red and blue food coloring, cut into star shapes.
96. American Flag Waffles: Serve waffles topped with strawberries, whipped cream, and blueberries arranged in the shape of the American flag.
97. Uncle Sam’s Veggie Pizza: Top pizza dough with tomato sauce, bell peppers, onions, and olives for a colorful veggie pizza.
98. Patriotic Bruschetta: Top toasted baguette slices with diced tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil for a festive appetizer.
99. American Flag Fruit Tart: Bake a tart crust filled with pastry cream and topped with strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries in the shape of the American flag.
100. Uncle Sam’s Blueberry Pancakes: Make pancakes with blueberry compote and whipped cream for a delicious breakfast.

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