Events
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National Disability Independence Day
National Disability Independence Day celebrates the 1990 signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This act provides individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities protection from employment discrimination, equal opportunity to…
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Women’s Equality Day, US
Women’s Equality Day commemorates the adoption of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution giving women the right to vote.
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Election Day, United States
Voters in the United States elect a new President every four years.
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Make a Gift Day
Make a Gift Day encourages people to lovingly hand craft holiday gifts for their loved ones.
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International Day of the Girl
The International Day of the Girl is dedicated to raising awareness about the needs and challenges girls face and promoting their human rights.
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Double Ninth Festival, China
The Double Ninth Festival, also known as Chongyang Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival. It is a day to pay respects to ancestors, climb mountains, and participate in outdoor activities…
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Pushkar Camel Fair
The Pushkar Camel Fair, or Pushkar Mela, is an annual 14-day Hindu festival and one of the largest and most popular festivals in India. Camel trading and religious rituals are the main…
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International Volunteer Day
International Volunteer Day promotes volunteerism and encourages governments to support volunteer efforts both locally and nationally.
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Ōmisoka, Japan
Ōmisoka —or ōtsugomori —is a Japanese traditional celebration on the last day of the year. It is customary for people to clean their homes, eat soba or udon noodles, and bathe…
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New Year’s Day
New Year's Day on January 1 is celebrated by people around the world. It is a widely recognized and observed holiday in many countries and cultures. The celebration often includes…