Conversation – 31

Misty Copeland changed ballet forever.
For 25 years, she’s been a groundbreaking force at American Ballet Theatre—a dancer who didn’t just perform beautifully, but made history in every step.
In 2015, Misty became the first Black female principal dancer in ABT’s 75-year history. It wasn’t just a promotion—it was a moment that sent shockwaves through a world where dancers who looked like her had long been told “no.”
She turned it into a “yes” for generations to come.
And now, she’s preparing for her final performance with ABT: October 22, 2025, at the David H. Koch Theater. Misty will dance Romeo and Juliet one last time, sharing the stage with her longtime partner, Herman Cornejo.
“It’s time to move to the next stage,” she says.
But Misty’s story doesn’t end at curtain call. Through the Misty Copeland Foundation, her writing, producing, and mentoring, she continues to lead—to uplift, inspire, and clear new paths.
She redefined what was possible in ballet.
Now she’s redefining what legacy looks like.

GET TO KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS DAY

Get to Know Your Customers Day reminds businesses to reach out to patrons and get to know them better. The day is observed annually on the third Thursday of each quarter (January, April, July, October).

NATIONAL WRONG WAY CORRIGAN DAY

National Wrong Way Corrigan Day on July 17 commemorates the transatlantic flight of an Irish-American stunt pilot from Galveston, Texas. Douglas Corrigan(January 22, 1907 – December 9, 1995) gained notoriety for an unplanned transatlantic flight to Ireland on July 17, 1938.

NATIONAL YELLOW PIG DAY

National Yellow Pig Day on July 17 honors the unique attributes of the number 17 and its significance to mathematics. We plan on explaining what a yellow pig and the number 17 have in common, too!

NATIONAL PEACH ICE CREAM DAY

National Peach Ice Cream Day on July 17 sweetens the day with a few scoops at the peak of peach season. Since peaches begin peaking in July, this celebration comes just in time. Plus, it also lands right in the middle of National Ice Cream Month.

NATIONAL TATTOO DAY

National Tattoo Day on July 17 recognizes the history, culture, and artists dedicated to etching ink permanently on the skin. The day might just be the date to get that ink you’ve been contemplating.

This is my mother’s favorite singer and I have listened to her music since the day I was born.
I love you mom and this song is for you. I will see you soon. 🎈😘💕

Connie Francis – Where The Boys Are

Where the boys are, someone waits for me
A smilin’ face, a warm embrace, two arms to hold me tenderly
Where the boys are, my true love will be
He is walkin’ down some street in town, and I know he’s lookin’ there for me
In the crowd of a million people, I’ll find my valentine
And then I’ll climb to the highest steeple and tell the world he’s mine
‘Til he holds me, I’ll wait impatiently
Where the boys are, where the boys are
Where the boys are, someone waits for me
‘Til he holds me, I’ll wait impatiently
Where the boys are, where the boys are
Where the boys are, someone waits for me

NATIONAL LOTTERY DAY

If you feel extra lucky on July 17, it might be because it’s National Lottery Day! Today, we celebrate the way lotteries contribute to local and state programs and hopefully send some virtual luck your way if you decide to purchase a lottery ticket.

NATIONAL DOLE WHIP® DAY

We are on mission to encourage everyone to try a true-to-fruit-soft serve because today is National Dole Whip® Day! Each year on the third Thursday in July, we share our love for the fruity-licious flavor it brings to people around the world.

WORLD EMOJI DAY

July 17 recognizes World Emoji Day and many of the world’s symbolic icons for digital calendars. The day encourages us to use emojis to send unique messages.

The voice behind ‘Pretty Little Baby’ has passed away. The world loses a golden voice. Rest in Peace, Connie Francis🕊️