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1 event,International Coffee Day is an opportunity for coffee lovers to share their appreciation of the beverage and support the millions of farmers whose livelihoods depend on the crop. |
2 events,Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, India. He was the leader of the Indian independence movement against British rule. Learn About Mohandas Gandhi The International Day of Non-Violence takes place every year on October 2, honoring the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. The goal is to promote non-violence through education and public awareness. Learn about Mohandas Gandhi. |
1 event,For nine days in October, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta fills the skies with hundreds of balloons. |
3 events,World Animal Day is an international day of action for animal rights and welfare held annually on October 4. Explore our Animals Around the World page. Banned Books Week is an annual event that draws attention to challenges to books in schools, libraries, and communities and highlights the freedom to read. It encourages readers to explore diverse stories and perspectives while learning about censorship, intellectual freedom, and the role books play in helping us understand different experiences and ideas. Central America Week is an opportunity to explore the rich geography, cultures, histories, and traditions of the countries of Central America. Students can learn about Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama through maps, books, music, food, art, and other cultural connections - building curiosity and a deeper appreciation for this diverse… |
3 events,World Teachers' Day is a global celebration that honors the contributions and dedication of teachers worldwide. The day highlights the importance of education, recognizes teachers' impact on students and society, and advocates for better working conditions and support for educators. World Habitat Day is observed every year on the first Monday of October throughout the world. The purpose is to raise awareness and encourage action for the basic right to adequate shelter for everyone. Global Read Aloud was created in 2010 with a simple goal in mind; one book to connect the world. Each year new books are chosen and read aloud to students during a set 6-week period. During that time, teachers try to make as many global connections as possible. Click here for more information and to… |
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1 event,Hangul Day is a celebration of the Korean alphabet, known as Hangeul. The day is known as 한글날 (Hangulnal) in Korean and is also known as Hangul Proclamation Day. Hangul Day is celebrated on January 15th in North Korea. |
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3 events,Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a U.S. state holiday celebrated on the second Monday of October. This celebration coincides with the observance of Columbus Day. It is a day to pay tribute to the native indigenous people who lived and thrived before the arrival of Columbus. Visit our Indigenous American Learning Resources page. Thanksgiving in Canada is celebrated on the second Monday of October every year. Canadians give thanks for a good harvest. Also known as Thanksgiving Day in English or Jour de l’action de grâce in French Canadian. October 12 is traditionally celebrated throughout the Americas as the day Christopher Columbus arrived in 1492. The day is celebrated in English-speaking countries as Columbus Day or Native American Day. In Spanish-speaking countries and communities, it is known as Día de la Raza, the Day of the Race. It is celebrated in Argentina, Chile, Costa… |
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1 event,World Food Day celebrates the founding of the U.N. Food & Agriculture Organization and is a day of action dedicated to tackling global hunger. Read more. |
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2 events,Halloween is a holiday celebrated in many countries on October 31 each year. The tradition dates back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. Read about some Halloween traditions from around the world. The United Nations designated October 31 as World Cities Day. The focus is to create awareness of the role of urbanization in global sustainable development and social inclusion. |