BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ExcelNotes - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ExcelNotes X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://excelnotes.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ExcelNotes REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013 DTSTAMP:20260511T192304 CREATED:20251112T055143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T055143Z UID:10000757-1762905600-1791849599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Lady of Aparecida Day (Brazil) DESCRIPTION:Our Lady of Aparecida Day honors Nossa Senhora Aparecida\, the patron saint of Brazil. The day commemorates the 1717 discovery of a small clay statue of the Virgin Mary by fishermen in the Paraíba River\, which became a symbol of hope and faith. Over centuries\, devotion to Our Lady of Aparecida grew into one of Brazil's most cherished traditions. Millions of pilgrims visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of Aparecida\, one of the largest churches in the world\, to pay tribute. \nWhen is Lady of Aparecida Day?\nLady of Aparecida Day in Brazil is celebrated on October 12 every year. \nThe following is the list of Lady of Aparecida Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2020Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2023Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2024Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2025Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2026Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2028Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2029Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2030Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2031Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2034Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2035Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2036Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2037Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2040Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2041Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2042Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2043Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2045Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2046Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2047Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2048Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Lady of Aparecida Day?\nThe devotion to Our Lady of Aparecida began in October 1717\, in the small village of Guaratinguetá\, in the Paraíba Valley of São Paulo state. Local fishermen were struggling to catch fish in the Paraíba River as they prepared for the visit of a regional governor\, Dom Pedro de Almeida e Portugal\, Count of Assumar. \nThree fishermen\, Domingos Garcia\, João Alves\, and Filipe Pedroso\, prayed to the Virgin Mary for help. Casting their nets\, they first pulled up a small clay statue of a headless figure from the river. When they cast their nets again\, they found the missing head. After retrieving and cleaning the statue\, they continued fishing\, and to their astonishment\, their nets filled with fish. \nThe fishermen took this as a miracle\, and word of the event spread quickly. The little dark-skinned clay statue\, later recognized as Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception\, came to be affectionately called Nossa Senhora Aparecida\, meaning "Our Lady Who Appeared". \nThe statue was first kept in the home of Filipe Pedroso\, where neighbors gathered to pray. Reports of miracles and healings attributed to Our Lady of Aparecida multiplied\, and devotion to her spread across the region. In 1745\, a small chapel was built to house the statue\, and by 1834\, a larger church\, the Old Basilica\, was constructed to accommodate growing numbers of pilgrims. \nIn 1904\, Pope Pius X authorized the canonical coronation of Our Lady of Aparecida\, officially recognizing her as a sacred symbol of devotion. Later\, in 1930\, Pope Pius XI declared her the Patroness of Brazil\, cementing her status as a national spiritual figure. \nThe Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida\, built to replace the older church\, began construction in 1955 and was completed in 1980. That same year\, Pope John Paul II visited Brazil and consecrated the new basilica\, recognizing it as one of the largest Marian shrines in the world. In 1980\, the Brazilian government officially established October 12 as a national holiday dedicated to Our Lady of Aparecida\, blending religious reverence with cultural celebration. \nToday\, millions of pilgrims visit the Basilica of Aparecida each year\, especially on October 12\, walking\, cycling or even traveling long distances on foot to express devotion and gratitude. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/lady-of-aparecida-day-brazil/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lady-of-Aparecida-Day-Brazil.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202 DTSTAMP:20260511T192304 CREATED:20250915T030746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T030746Z UID:10000572-1764547200-1764633599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Chatham Islands Anniversary Day DESCRIPTION:Chatham Islands Anniversary Day commemorates the region's historical settlement and provincial foundation. It remains a regional public holiday\, giving residents of the Chatham Islands a long weekend for rest and community events. \nWhen is Chatham Islands Anniversary Day?\nChatham Islands Anniversary Day is observed on the Monday closest to November 30. \nThe following is the list of Chatham Islands Anniversary Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2020Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2021Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 28\, 2022Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 27\, 2023Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 02\, 2024Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 01\, 2025Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2026Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2027Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 27\, 2028Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 03\, 2029Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 02\, 2030Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 01\, 2031Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2032Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 28\, 2033Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 27\, 2034Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 03\, 2035Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 01\, 2036Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2037Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2038Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 28\, 2039Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 03\, 2040Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 02\, 2041Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 01\, 2042Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2043Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 28\, 2044Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 27\, 2045Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 03\, 2046Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayDec 02\, 2047Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2048Monday \n \n Chatham Islands Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Chatham Islands Anniversary Day?\nUnder the New Zealand Constitution Act 1852\, the country was divided into provinces\, each with its own council and administration. As part of this system\, each province marked its founding with an Anniversary Day. \nAlthough the provinces were abolished in 1876\, their anniversary days continued as regional public holidays. \nThe Chatham Islands\, located about 800 km east of mainland New Zealand\, were included in the Wellington Province during the provincial era. \nAfter the end of the provincial system\, the islands continued to observe an anniversary day\, but with a date adapted to their own local identity and traditions. The chosen date reflects both their administrative link to Wellington and their own settlement history. \nChatham Islands Anniversary Day is observed on the Monday closest to November 30 each year. This timing connects it to St. Andrew's Day (November 30)\, which was historically linked to Wellington Anniversary Day because Wellington was originally founded by Scottish settlers who honored St. Andrew as Scotland's patron saint. \nOver time\, the Chatham Islands kept this association\, giving the islands their own recognized anniversary day. \nToday\, Chatham Islands Anniversary Day is a regional public holiday. It reinforces the islands' regional identity within New Zealand's broader framework. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/chatham-islands-anniversary-day/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Chatham-Islands-Anniversary.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202 DTSTAMP:20260511T192304 CREATED:20251011T163459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T163459Z UID:10000697-1764547200-1764633599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:National Day (Romania) DESCRIPTION:National Day of Romania commemorates the Great Union of 1918\, when Transylvania\, Bessarabia\, and Bukovina united with the Kingdom of Romania. It symbolizes national unity\, freedom\, and pride\, marked by parades\, ceremonies\, and cultural festivities. \nWhen is National Day?\nNational Day of Romania is celebrated on December 1 every year. \nThe following is the list of National Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n National DayDec 01\, 2020Tuesday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2021Wednesday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2022Thursday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2023Friday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2024Sunday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2025Monday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2026Tuesday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2027Wednesday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2028Friday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2029Saturday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2030Sunday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2031Monday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2032Wednesday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2033Thursday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2034Friday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2035Saturday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2036Monday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2037Tuesday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2038Wednesday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2039Thursday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2040Saturday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2041Sunday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2042Monday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2043Tuesday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2044Thursday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2045Friday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2046Saturday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2047Sunday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2048Tuesday \n \n National DayDec 01\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of National Day?\nBefore unification\, the territories that now form Romania (Wallachia\, Moldavia\, Transylvania\, Bessarabia\, and Bukovina) were politically separate and often under foreign domination by the Ottoman\, Austro-Hungarian\, and Russian Empires. Despite political division\, these regions shared a common language\, culture\, faith (Eastern Orthodoxy)\, and national identity\, which became the foundation of the Romanian unification movement in the 19th and early 20th centuries. \nThe first step toward national unity came with the Union of the Romanian Principalities in 1859\, when Wallachia and Moldavia united under Prince Alexandru Ioan Cuza\, forming the basis of the modern Romanian state. Romania gained independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1877–1878 and became a kingdom in 1881 under King Carol I. \nHowever\, large Romanian populations still lived outside the kingdom's borders\, particularly in Transylvania\, Bukovina\, and Bessarabia\, under foreign rule. The national dream of unification\, the "Great Union"\, became a defining goal for Romanians at the dawn of the 20th century. \nDuring World War I (1914–1918)\, Romania joined the Allied Powers (in 1916) with the promise of uniting all territories inhabited by Romanians. As the war ended and the Austro-Hungarian and Russian Empires collapsed\, nationalist movements across Eastern Europe gained momentum. \nIn 1918\, a series of unification declarations occurred: \n– March 27\, 1918\, Bessarabia united with Romania.\n– November 28\, 1918\, Bukovina joined Romania.\n– December 1\, 1918\, Transylvania proclaimed its union with Romania at the Great National Assembly of Alba Iulia\, attended by over 100\,000 people. \nOn December 1\, 1918\, delegates representing the Romanian population of Transylvania\, Banat\, Crișana\, and Maramureș gathered in Alba Iulia\, a city with deep historical and symbolic importance. They adopted a resolution of union\, declaring their desire for all Romanians to live within one national state. This moment is regarded as the birth of modern Romania and December 1\, 1918\, became its most significant national milestone. \nThe unifications of 1918 were later recognized by international treaties\, including the Treaty of Trianon (1920)\, which confirmed Transylvania's union with Romania. By 1920\, the Kingdom of Romania had more than doubled in size\, becoming one of the largest states in Eastern Europe. The period between the two world wars is often referred to as "Greater Romania"\, symbolizing national unity and cultural flourishing. \nAfter World War II\, Romania lost some territories (Bessarabia and Northern Bukovina to the USSR) and came under communist rule (1947–1989). After the fall of communism in 1989\, the Romanian Parliament officially reinstated December 1 as National Day in 1990\, recognizing its historical significance. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/national-day-romania/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/National-Day-Romania.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202 DTSTAMP:20260511T192304 CREATED:20241218T041559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T021604Z UID:10000074-1764547200-1764633599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day in Alabama DESCRIPTION:Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day is a day of recognition and celebration honoring Rosa Parks\, the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement". Her pivotal role in the fight for racial equality began on December 1\, 1955\, in Montgomery\, Alabama\, when she refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus to a white passenger. The holiday recognizes her immense contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and her enduring legacy as a symbol of courage and equality. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day?\nThe History of Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nMrs. Rosa L. Parks Day\n\nWhen is Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day?\nMrs. Rosa L. Parks Day is observed on different dates depending on the state. In some states like California and Missouri\, it is observed on February 4\, which is Parks' birthday\, while in others like Ohio and Alabama\, it is celebrated on December 1\, which is the anniversary of her arrest. \nThe following is the list of Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day in Alabama and Ohio. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2022Thursday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2023Friday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2024Sunday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2025Monday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2028Friday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2029Saturday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2030Sunday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2031Monday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2033Thursday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2034Friday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2035Saturday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2036Monday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2039Thursday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2040Saturday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2041Sunday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2042Monday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2044Thursday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2045Friday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2046Saturday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2047Sunday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Mrs. Rosa L. Parks DayDecember 01\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day?\nThe history of Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day is rooted in the recognition of Rosa Parks' profound impact on the Civil Rights Movement\, particularly her pivotal role in initiating the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955. \nRosa Parks\, an African American seamstress and activist\, was arrested for refusing to give up her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery\, Alabama\, in defiance of racial segregation laws. Her act of peaceful resistance became a defining moment in the Civil Rights Movement and led to the 381-day Montgomery Bus Boycott\, which helped dismantle segregation laws in public transportation. \nFollowing her arrest and the boycott\, Rosa Parks gained national and international recognition as a symbol of dignity and resistance to racial injustice. Over time\, civil rights advocates and organizations called for formal recognition of her contributions. \nIn 2000\, California became the first state to declare February 4 (Rosa Parks' birthday) as Rosa Parks Day. Over the years\, states such as Missouri also adopted February 4 as Rosa Parks Day\, while other States like Alabama and Ohio chose to observe the day on December 1\, marking the anniversary of Parks' arrest. \nIn 2013\, on the 100th anniversary of Rosa Parks' birth\, President Barack Obama unveiled a statue of Rosa Parks in the U.S. Capitol's Statuary Hall\, further cementing her legacy in American history. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day\, people honor Rosa Parks' legacy through a variety of activities\, focusing on education\, reflection\, and community service. \nSchools and libraries host discussions\, lectures\, and storytelling sessions about Rosa Parks' life and the Civil Rights Movement. Teachers and educators incorporate her story into lessons about civil rights\, justice\, and activism. \nThere are public speeches and events organized by local governments\, civil rights organizations\, and community leaders. Many communities use this day to promote volunteerism as a way to honor Parks' commitment to justice and equality. \nPeople also share quotes\, stories\, and photos of Rosa Parks on social media to raise awareness about her life and legacy. In Alabama\, the state where Rosa Parks made her historic stand\, public programs\, and ceremonies are often held in her honor. \nMrs. Rosa L. Parks\nMrs. Rosa L. Parks (1913–2005) was an iconic figure in the Civil Rights Movement\, often referred to as the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement." Her courageous decision to stand against racial segregation on December 1\, 1955\, became a catalyst for transformative change in the United States. \nShe was born on February 4\, 1913 in Tuskegee\, Alabama. Her father was a carpenter\, and her mother was a teacher. She grew up in Pine Level\, Alabama\, experiencing firsthand the systemic racism and segregation of the Jim Crow South. Despite the hardships\, her mother emphasized the importance of education. \nRosa attended the Montgomery Industrial School for Girls\, a progressive institution for African American girls\, and later went to Alabama State Teachers College but had to leave to care for her grandmother and mother. \nIn 1943\, Rosa Parks joined the Montgomery chapter of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)\, where she served as the secretary. She worked closely with civil rights leaders to document racial injustices\, particularly cases of sexual violence against Black women. \nOn December 1\, 1955\, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white passenger on a segregated bus in Montgomery\, Alabama. Her arrest for this act of civil disobedience sparked outrage. This act led to the Montgomery Bus Boycott\, a 381-day mass protest organized by the Montgomery Improvement Association. The boycott eventually led to the U.S. Supreme Court that segregation on public buses was unconstitutional. \nIn 1957\, Rosa Parks and her husband moved to Detroit to escape the threats and economic reprisals they faced in Alabama\, and continued her civil rights activism in Detroit. \nParks received numerous awards for her contributions\, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom (1996) and the Congressional Gold Medal (1999). Rosa Parks passed away on October 24\, 2005\, at the age of 92\, in Detroit\, Michigan. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/mrs-rosa-l-parks-day-alabama/ CATEGORIES:People ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Mrs.-Rosa-L.-Parks.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202 DTSTAMP:20260511T192304 CREATED:20250916T013936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T014306Z UID:10000581-1764547200-1764633599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Westland Anniversary Day DESCRIPTION:Westland Anniversary Day commemorates the 1868 founding of Westland Province after its separation from Canterbury. It continues as a regional public holiday for the Westland District\, celebrated today as a summer long weekend of leisure and local pride. \nWhen is Westland Anniversary Day?\nWestland Anniversary Day is observed on Monday nearest to December 1 each year. \nThe following is the list of Westland Anniversary Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2020Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2021Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 28\, 2022Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 04\, 2023Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 02\, 2024Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 01\, 2025Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2026Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2027Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 04\, 2028Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 03\, 2029Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 02\, 2030Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 01\, 2031Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2032Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 28\, 2033Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 04\, 2034Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 03\, 2035Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 01\, 2036Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2037Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2038Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 28\, 2039Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 03\, 2040Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 02\, 2041Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 01\, 2042Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2043Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 28\, 2044Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 04\, 2045Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 03\, 2046Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayDec 02\, 2047Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 30\, 2048Monday \n \n Westland Anniversary DayNov 29\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Westland Anniversary Day?\nUnder the New Zealand Constitution Act 1852\, New Zealand was divided into provinces\, each with its own council and administration. The West Coast of the South Island was initially part of the Canterbury Province\, governed from Christchurch. \nAs gold was discovered in the 1860s\, the West Coast population grew rapidly\, and locals began pushing for more autonomy\, feeling disconnected from Canterbury's distant government. \nIn 1868\, following years of tension over governance and resources\, the West Coast was separated from Canterbury and established as Westland Province. Hokitika became the provincial capital. \nThis gave Westland direct control over its administration\, especially important during the gold rush era when the region was booming with miners\, traders\, and new settlers. \nThe official establishment date of the province was December 1\, 1868. \nLike other provinces in New Zealand\, Westland managed its own affairs during this time\, including infrastructure\, land and development. \nHowever\, the province only lasted eight years. In 1876\, the provincial governments were abolished across the country\, replaced by a centralized government system with local councils. \nEven after the abolition of provinces in 1876\, their Anniversary Days were retained as regional public holidays\, preserving local history and identity. \nFor Westland\, December 1 was chosen to commemorate the founding of Westland Province in 1868. Today\, Westland Anniversary Day is observed each year on Monday nearest to December 1. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/westland-anniversary-day/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Westland-Anniversary-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202 DTSTAMP:20260511T192304 CREATED:20251005T183511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T183511Z UID:10000658-1764547200-1764633599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Independence Restoration Day (Portugal) DESCRIPTION:Independence Restoration Day in Portugal commemorates the restoration of Portuguese independence in 1640 after 60 years of Spanish rule. It marks the uprising in Lisbon that ended the Iberian Union and placed King John IV of the House of Braganza on the throne. The day symbolizes national sovereignty\, unity and resilience\, celebrating Portugal's return as an independent kingdom. \nWhen is Independence Restoration Day?\nIndependence Restoration Day in Portugal is celebrated on December 1 every year. \nThe following is the list of Independence Restoration Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2022Thursday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2023Friday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2024Sunday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2025Monday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2028Friday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2029Saturday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2030Sunday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2031Monday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2033Thursday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2034Friday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2035Saturday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2036Monday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2039Thursday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2040Saturday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2041Sunday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2042Monday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2044Thursday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2045Friday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2046Saturday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2047Sunday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayDec 01\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Independence Restoration Day?\nIn 1580\, after the death of King Sebastian I (who died in battle in Morocco) and his elderly successor Cardinal Henry\, Portugal faced a succession crisis. Philip II of Spain (also Philip I of Portugal)\, claiming the throne through his mother's lineage\, invaded Portugal and united the two kingdoms under one crown. \nThis began the Iberian Union (1580–1640)\, a 60-year period during which Portugal was ruled by the Spanish Habsburg monarchs. Although Portugal retained its own laws\, currency\, and colonial empire\, Spanish dominance gradually weakened the nation's autonomy and global standing. \nOver time\, Spanish kings treated Portugal's empire as part of Spain's resources\, leading to economic decline and resentment. Portuguese nobles lost influence\, taxes increased\, and Portugal became entangled in Spain's wars with France\, England\, and the Netherlands. Growing dissatisfaction among the nobility\, clergy and merchants laid the foundation for rebellion. \nOn December 1\, 1640\, a group of Portuguese nobles known as the Forty Conspirators launched a coordinated revolt in Lisbon. They stormed the Ribeira Palace\, arrested the Spanish governor\, and killed her secretary\, Miguel de Vasconcelos\, a symbol of Spanish oppression. \nThat same day\, the conspirators proclaimed João\, Duke of Braganza\, as King John IV\, restoring Portugal's independence and founding the House of Braganza\, which ruled until 1910. This event marked the end of the Iberian Union and the beginning of the Portuguese Restoration War (1640–1668). \nThe war lasted 28 years\, but Portugal steadily consolidated its sovereignty. Spain finally recognized Portuguese independence through the Treaty of Lisbon in 1668\, under King Afonso VI. The restoration reaffirmed Portugal's national identity and global presence\, allowing it to rebuild its empire and reclaim its status as a major European power. \nDecember 1 was celebrated as a national holiday almost immediately after 1640. It became a cornerstone of Portuguese patriotism\, symbolizing resilience\, independence and unity. \nDuring the Estado Novo dictatorship (1933–1974)\, the holiday remained important\, emphasizing nationalism and loyalty to the regime. However\, in 2012\, during Portugal's economic austerity measures\, the government temporarily suspended the public holiday along with several others to boost productivity. \nIn 2016\, the holiday was officially reinstated\, reflecting its deep cultural and historical significance. \nIndependence Restoration Day reminds the nation that Portugal's independence\, once lost\, was bravely reclaimed through determination and solidarity. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/independence-restoration-day-portugal/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Independence-Restoration-Day-Portugal.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR