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Ash Wednesday, First Day of Lent (Christian)

Seen as an annual reminder of mortality and the human connection with the divine, this date marks the first day of Lenten discipline. While the way it is celebrated varies,…

International Stand Up to Bullying Day

People are encouraged to sport pink shirts as a visible public stance against bullying. It is also an important time for workplaces to make their stance on bullying clear and…

Purim (Jewish)

This Jewish holiday commemorates the salvation of Jewish people who lived under the Persian empire. Gifts of food and drink are exchanged and celebration includes making donations to the poor.…

Holi (Hindu)

Chances are high you have heard of Holi, with how popular Holi runs have become all over the world. It's often called the Festival of Love, Festival of Colors and…

Equal Pay Day

The meaning behind this observance is clear: a reminder that women still do not earn the same as men in the United States. However, there is an interesting reason for…

World Down Syndrome Day

Created to increase awareness about Down syndrome, there is a pretty neat reason the 21st day of the third month is the day we celebrate it: Down syndrome is marked…

Ramadan begins (Canada, dates vary) (Islam)

This date marks the moment Muhammad, a key Islamic prophet and father of Islam, was given the revelations that would come to form the Quran. Ramadan is observed with fasting,…