ExcelNotes

Arbor Day
2025-04-25
Arbor Day is a holiday dedicated to planting and caring for trees, celebrated annually in many countries around the world. Its name comes from the Latin word arbor, meaning tree. The day highlights the importance of trees for the environment, ecosystems, and communities.
Table of Contents

When is Arbor Day?
The History of Arbor Day?
What Do People Do on This Day?
Who is Julius Sterling Morton?

When is Arbor Day?
The date may vary in different places to align with the best tree-planting season in their respective climates. Arbor Day is observed annually in the United States on the last Friday of April in the state of Nebraska.
The following is the list of the Arbor Day.

HolidayDateWeekday

Arbor DayApril 24, 2020Friday

Arbor DayApril 30, 2021Friday

Arbor DayApril 29, 2022Friday

Arbor DayApril 28, 2023Friday

Arbor DayApril 26, 2024Friday

Arbor DayApril 25, 2025Friday

Arbor DayApril 24, 2026Friday

Arbor DayApril 30, 2027Friday

Arbor DayApril 28, 2028Friday

Arbor DayApril 27, 2029Friday

Arbor DayApril 26, 2030Friday

Arbor DayApril 25, 2031Friday

Arbor DayApril 30, 2032Friday

Arbor DayApril 29, 2033Friday

Arbor DayApril 28, 2034Friday

Arbor DayApril 27, 2035Friday

Arbor DayApril 25, 2036Friday

Arbor DayApril 24, 2037Friday

Arbor DayApril 30, 2038Friday

Arbor DayApril 29, 2039Friday

Arbor DayApril 27, 2040Friday

Arbor DayApril 26, 2041Friday

Arbor DayApril 25, 2042Friday

Arbor DayApril 24, 2043Friday

Arbor DayApril 29, 2044Friday

Arbor DayApril 28, 2045Friday

Arbor DayApril 27, 2046Friday

Arbor DayApril 26, 2047Friday

Arbor DayApril 24, 2048Friday

Arbor DayApril 30, 2049Friday

The History of Arbor Day?
Arbor Day is a holiday dedicated to planting and nurturing trees, emphasizing the importance of environmental conservation. Its origins date back to the 19th century in the United States, when it was created as a response to the need for trees on the open plains of Nebraska. Since then, Arbor Day has grown into an international celebration of nature.
Julius Sterling Morton, a Nebraska journalist, editor, and later U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, advocated for the widespread planting of trees to benefit the environment and improve living conditions on the Great Plains.
The first Arbor Day was held on April 10, 1872, in Nebraska City, Nebraska. It is estimated that more than one million trees were planted on that day.
After the success of the first Arbor Day, other states began adopting similar tree-planting celebrations. By the early 20th century, Arbor Day was widely celebrated in schools, where children learned about the importance of trees and conservation.
In 1970, President Richard Nixon declared the last Friday of April as National Arbor Day as part of a broader environmental movement that included the creation of Earth Day and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

What Do People Do on This Day?
On Arbor Day, people participate in activities that promote the planting, nurturing, and appreciation of trees. The day emphasizes the importance of trees for the environment and communities, and it inspires action to care for the planet.
Community tree-planting events organized by schools, local governments, and environmental organizations to plant trees in parks, neighborhoods, and other public spaces. Families and individuals plant trees in their yards or gardens to contribute to a greener environment.
Schools and organizations host presentations and discussions about the benefits of trees, such as reducing carbon dioxide, improving air quality, and providing habitats for wildlife. Many communities honor individuals, groups, or organizations for their contributions to tree planting and conservation.
Some communities host Arbor Day festivals with live music, food, and activities centered around environmental stewardship. Many people support organizations focused on reforestation and tree preservation efforts.
Arbor Day events bring people together to create greener, healthier spaces for future generations, and helps foster a deeper understanding of nature's importance and inspires sustainable actions year-round.
Who is Julius Sterling Morton?
Julius Sterling Morton was an American journalist, politician, and conservationist best known as the founder of Arbor Day, a holiday dedicated to planting and nurturing trees. His vision and advocacy for environmental stewardship have left a lasting legacy, particularly in the state of Nebraska and across the United States.
Morton was born on April 22, 1832, in Adams, New York, and graduated from the University of Michigan in 1854. After married Caroline Joy French in 1854, the couple moved to Nebraska Territory the same year. Morton and his wife settled in Nebraska City, Nebraska, and became deeply interested in agriculture and conservation, recognizing the lack of trees on the Nebraska plains and the benefits they could provide for shade, windbreaks, and soil preservation.
In 1858, Morton was appointed Secretary of the Nebraska Territory by President James Buchanan. He was appointed by President Grover Cleveland as the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Morton focused on expanding agricultural research and education.
Morton proposed the idea of a day dedicated to planting trees to encourage conservation and beautification of the barren Nebraska landscape. The first Arbor Day was celebrated on April 10, 1872, in Nebraska, with an estimated one million trees planted.
Morton passed away on April 27, 1902, in Lake Forest, Illinois, at the age of 70.

ANZAC Day
2025-04-25
ANZAC Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand. It honors the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who served and died in wars and peacekeeping operations.
Table of Contents

When is ANZAC Day?
The History of ANZAC Day?
What Do People Do on This Day?
More about ANZAC

When is ANZAC Day?
ANZAC Day is observed annually on April 25th. The following is the list of ANZAC Day from 2020 to 2049.

HolidayDateWeekday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2020Saturday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2021Sunday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2022Monday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2023Tuesday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2024Thursday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2025Friday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2026Saturday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2027Sunday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2028Tuesday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2029Wednesday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2030Thursday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2031Friday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2032Sunday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2033Monday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2034Tuesday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2035Wednesday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2036Friday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2037Saturday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2038Sunday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2039Monday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2040Wednesday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2041Thursday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2042Friday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2043Saturday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2044Monday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2045Tuesday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2046Wednesday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2047Thursday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2048Saturday

ANZAC DayApr 25, 2049Sunday

The History of ANZAC Day?
ANZAC Day traces its roots to April 25, 1915, when the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) landed at Gallipoli during World War I. The campaign was part of an Allied strategy to open a sea route to Russia by capturing the Ottoman Empire's capital, Constantinople (Istanbul).
However, the ANZAC troops faced fierce resistance from the Ottoman forces, led by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the future founder of modern Turkey. The campaign turned into a brutal, eight-month-long stalemate with extreme hardship and heavy casualties. Eventually, the Allied forces withdrew in December 1915 and January 1916.
Despite the military failure, the courage displayed by the ANZAC soldiers became a defining moment in the national identities of Australia and New Zealand.
The first ANZAC Day was observed on April 25, 1916, a year after the Gallipoli landing. It was marked by memorial services and public gatherings in Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.
During World War II (1939-1945), ANZAC Day broadened its meaning to honor all Australian and New Zealand soldiers who served in both world wars. By the late 1940s, the day became a public holiday in most Australian states and New Zealand.
In the decades following the wars, ANZAC Day continued to be a solemn day of remembrance, though its significance declined somewhat during the 1960s and 1970s. However, in the 1980s and 1990s, ANZAC Day saw a resurgence in participation.
Today, ANZAC Day is one of the most significant national days in Australia and New Zealand. It honors not only those who fought at Gallipoli but all service members who have served in wars and peacekeeping operations.

What Do People Do on This Day?
ANZAC Day is marked by a range of commemorative and cultural activities across Australia and New Zealand.
The Dawn Service is one of the most significant traditions, held at war memorials and RSL clubs. It starts before sunrise, symbolizing the time of the Gallipoli landing in 1915, and the service usually includes: A moment of silence for reflection, the Last Post played on a bugle, a prayer and hymns, recitation of "The Ode of Remembrance", and the National Anthems of Australia and New Zealand.
Veterans, current service members, and descendants of ANZAC soldiers participate in parades and marches through major cities and towns. These marches honor past and present service members from various wars and peacekeeping missions.
Throughout the day, wreaths of poppies and rosemary (symbols of remembrance) are laid at memorials and cenotaphs. Many communities hold mid-morning memorial services featuring speeches, readings, and moments of silence.
Many Australians and New Zealanders visit national war memorials, such as Australian War Memorial (Canberra), Auckland War Memorial Museum and the Shrine of Remembrance (Melbourne).
Australia and New Zealand hold special ANZAC Day sporting matches.
Two-Up is a traditional Australian gambling game played on ANZAC Day, particularly in pubs and RSL clubs. It was popular among WWI soldiers, and the game is legally permitted only on ANZAC Day in most parts of Australia.
More about ANZAC
The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) was a military formation of troops from Australia and New Zealand who fought together during World War I (1914-1918). The name ANZAC has since become a symbol of courage and national identity for both nations.
The ANZAC Corps was formed in December 1914 as part of the British Empire's forces. It was initially created for the Gallipoli Campaign (1915) but later served in the Middle East and Western Front.
The ANZACs landed at Gallipoli, Turkey, on April 25, 1915, as part of an Allied invasion against the Ottoman Empire. They faced fierce resistance resulting in a prolonged, bloody campaign.
After eight months of trench warfare and heavy casualties, the Allies withdrew from December 1915 to January 1916.
After Gallipoli, many ANZAC soldiers were redeployed to France and Belgium to fight in trench warfare against Germany from 1916 to 1918. By 1918, Australian and New Zealand troops played a key role in breaking German lines, helping end the war.
The ANZAC Corps was officially disbanded in 1916, but ANZAC troops continued to serve throughout World War I. ANZAC soldiers later served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and modern conflicts.
April 25th, ANZAC Day, was established to commemorate their service.
