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Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar. It is celebrated on the first and second days of the seventh month of the Jewish religious year. In 2022, Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Sunday, September 25 and ends at sundown on Tuesday, September 27.
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International Coffee Day
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.
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Gandhi’s Birthday
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, born on October 2, 1869 in Porbandar, India, was the leader of the Indian independence movement against British rule. Learn About Mohandas Gandhi
International Day of Non-Violence
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.
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Global Read Aloud
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…
World Habitat Day
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.
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Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the year in Judaism. The holy day is traditionally observed by fasting, praying, and attending synagogue services. In 2022, Yom Kippur begins at sunset on Tuesday, October 4 and ends at nightfall on Wednesday, October 5.
World Animal Day
World Animal Day is an international day of action for animal rights and welfare held annually on October 4.
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World Teachers’ Day
The World Teachers’ Day 2022 theme is The Transformation of Education Begins with Teachers. The day provides the occasion to celebrate the teaching profession worldwide, take stock of achievements, and draw attention to the voices of teachers, who are at the heart of efforts to attain the global education target of leaving no one behind.
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Indigenous Peoples’ Day, U.S.
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.
Canadian Thanksgiving
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.
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Día de la Raza/Day of the Race
October 12 (or the Monday closest to it) is traditionally celebrated throughout the Americas as the day Christopher Columbus arrived in 1492. In English speaking countries, the day is celebrated as Columbus Day or Native American Day. In Spanish speaking countries and communities, is known as Día de la Raza, the Day of the Race.…
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World Food Day
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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Halloween
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.
World Cities Day
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.