October 8 is the 281st day of the year (282nd in leap years). 84 days remain until the end of the year.
"Curiosity is the best motive for writing: curiosity about the world at large or about oneself."
Michael Korda
Born today
Michael Korda, 1933, author, editor
Observances
San Ernesto, Che Guevara as a folk saint. (Bolivian campesinos)
Air Force Day (India)
Arbor Day (Namibia)
Children's Day (Iran)
Navy Day (Peru)
National Fluffernutter Day
Animal Action Day (US)
Alvin C. York Day (US)
