BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ExcelNotes - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013 DTSTAMP:20260423T074738 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:20260217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTSTAMP:20260423T074738 CREATED:20241229T004704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T190621Z UID:10000123-1771286400-1771372799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Shrove Tuesday DESCRIPTION:Shrove Tuesday is the day before Ash Wednesday\, marking the end of the pre-Lenten season known as Shrovetide. It is traditionally a day of feasting\, confession and preparation for the 40-day Lenten season. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Shrove Tuesday?\nThe History of Shrove Tuesday?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nCarnival Tuesday\, Shrove Tuesday\, Mardi Gras Day\n\nWhen is Shrove Tuesday?\nShrove Tuesday occurs 47 days before Easter Sunday\, making it the day before Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. Since Easter is a moveable feast\, the date of Shrove Tuesday changes each year. \nThe following is the list of Shrove Tuesday from 2020 to 2049.\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 25\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 16\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 01\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 21\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 13\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 04\, 2025Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 17\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 09\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 29\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 13\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 05\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 25\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 10\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 01\, 2033Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 21\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 06\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 26\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 17\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 09\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 22\, 2039Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 14\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 05\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 18\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 10\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 01\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 21\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 06\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 26\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 18\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 02\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Shrove Tuesday\nThe history of Shrove Tuesday is rooted in the Christian tradition of preparing for Lent. It has evolved over centuries to include both religious practices and festive customs\, reflecting a balance of spiritual preparation and joyful indulgence. \nThe word Shrove comes from the Old English shrive\, meaning to confess sins and receive absolution. Shrove Tuesday was historically a day for Christians to confess and prepare spiritually for Lent\, ensuring they began the penitential season with a clean conscience. \nIn the early Church\, believers prepared for Lent by using up rich ingredients like butter\, eggs\, and sugar\, which were traditionally forbidden during Lent. Shrove Tuesday became a day of feasting and celebration as Christians consumed foods that would be restricted during Lent. This practice of indulgence before fasting is reflected in the French term Mardi Gras ("Fat Tuesday") and the German Faschingsdienstag. \nBy the 4th century\, Lent was established as a 40-day period of preparation for Easter. Shrove Tuesday was the final day of Shrovetide\, a three-day period of spiritual and physical preparation for Lent\, including confession\, reflection and feasting. \nIn medieval England\, Shrove Tuesday became a significant day for both spiritual practices and festive customs. In many countries\, Shrove Tuesday is part of Carnival\, a larger season of celebration that begins on Epiphany (January 6th) and ends the day before Lent. \nDuring the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century\, some Shrovetide customs were discouraged or abandoned in Protestant countries. Today\, Shrove Tuesday remains a day of reflection and preparation for Lent\, with some Christians attending confession. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Shrove Tuesday\, people engage in a mix of religious practices\, festive activities\, and culinary traditions. The day is observed as a time to prepare for the Lenten season while enjoying indulgent foods and community celebrations. \nHistorically\, Christians would confess their sins to prepare for the penitential season of Lent. This tradition gave the day its name\, as shrive means to confess and receive absolution. \nShrove Tuesday is a day to reflect on one's life\, seek forgiveness\, and make commitments for Lent. Churches may hold services focusing on repentance and renewal. \nIn the UK and other English-speaking countries\, Shrove Tuesday is also known as Pancake Day. Families prepare and enjoy pancakes\, using up rich ingredients like eggs\, milk\, and butter that were traditionally forbidden during Lent. Pancakes are the most iconic food for Shrove Tuesday in many countries\, symbolizing indulgence and the use of rich ingredients before Lent. \nIn many Catholic-majority countries\, Shrove Tuesday is the climax of the Carnival season. Celebrations include: parades\, street festivals and masks and costumes. \nCarnival Tuesday\, Shrove Tuesday\, Mardi Gras Day\nCarnival Tuesday\, Shrove Tuesday\, and Mardi Gras Day are different names for the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday\, the day that marks the beginning of Lent in the Christian calendar. These terms reflect regional\, cultural\, and religious variations of the same day\, each with its own traditions and focus. \n\n\n\n\nName\nDetails\n\n\nCarnival Tuesday\nPart of the Carnival season\, derived from carne levare ("farewell to meat").\nFocus on the final and most festive day of the Carnival season\, which begins on Epiphany.\nCelebrated in Brazil\, Caribbean and Germany.\nElaborate parades\, costumes\, and dancing.\nFeaturing joyful indulgence and community festivity.\n\n\nShrove Tuesday\nFrom Old English shrive\, meaning to confess and seek absolution.\nFocus on spiritual preparation for Lent\, traditionally involving confession and repentance.\nCelebrated in United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries.\nElaborate Pancake making\, confession\, and family meals.\nFeaturing spiritual preparation and reflection.\n\n\nMardi Gras Day\nFrench for "Fat Tuesday\," emphasizing indulgence in rich foods.\nFocus on feasting and revelry before the austerity of Lent.\nCelebrated in French-speaking regions (France\, Louisiana\, etc.).\nElaborate parades\, masquerade balls\, King Cake and street parties.\nFeaturing extravagance\, indulgence\, and cultural expression. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/shrove-tuesday/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Shrove-Tuesday.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTSTAMP:20260423T074738 CREATED:20250630T202504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T053129Z UID:10000324-1771286400-1771372799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Carnival Tuesday Venezuela DESCRIPTION:Carnival Tuesday in Venezuela is the final day of the country's two-day official Carnival holiday\, following Carnival Monday and immediately preceding Ash Wednesday\, which marks the start of Lent in the Christian calendar. \nWhen is Carnival Tuesday?\nCarnival Tuesday occurs on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday\, typically in late February. \nThe following is the list of Carnival Tuesday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 25\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 16\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 01\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 21\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 13\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 04\, 2025Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 17\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 09\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 29\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 13\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 05\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 25\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 10\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 01\, 2033Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 21\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 06\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 26\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 17\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 09\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 22\, 2039Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 14\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 05\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 18\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 10\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 01\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 21\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 06\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 26\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 18\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 02\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Carnival Tuesday?\nThe history of Carnival Tuesday in Venezuela dates back to the Spanish colonial period\, when Catholic settlers introduced pre-Lenten festivities similar to those celebrated in Europe. \nIn the Catholic calendar\, Carnival was the final period of indulgence and public celebration before the solemn fasting and penance of Lent\, which begins on Ash Wednesday. \nOver time\, these European customs blended with African and Indigenous traditions\, especially in regions with strong Afro-Venezuelan and Caribbean cultural influences. \nDuring the 19th and early 20th centuries\, Carnival Tuesday in Venezuela became more elaborate\, with community parades\, music and costume-making. \nCarnival Tuesday has been a recognized national public holiday in Venezuela for decades\, ensuring widespread public participation. Together with Carnival Monday\, it gives Venezuelans two days of state-sanctioned festivity before Lent. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/carnival-tuesday-venezuela/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Carnival-Tuesday-Venezuela.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTSTAMP:20260423T074738 CREATED:20241202T232021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T174740Z UID:10000008-1771286400-1771372799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Chinese New Year DESCRIPTION:Chinese New Year\, also known as the Spring Festival (春节)\, is the most important traditional festival celebrated in many East Asian countries\, including China\, Taiwan\, Hong Kong\, Singapore\, and others. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Chinese New Year?\nThe History of Chinese New Year\nWhat People Do on Chinese New Year?\nThe Legend of Nian (年)\n\nWhen is Chinese New Year?\nThe date of Chinese New Year varies each year because it is based on the lunar calendar. Chinese New Year falls on the second new moon after the winter solstice\, which can occur anytime between January 21st and February 20th on the Gregorian calendar. \nThe following is the list of Chinese New Year. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Chinese New YearJan 25\, 2020Saturday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 12\, 2021Friday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 01\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 22\, 2023Sunday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 10\, 2024Saturday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 29\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 17\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 06\, 2027Saturday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 26\, 2028Wednesday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 13\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 03\, 2030Sunday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 23\, 2031Thursday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 11\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 31\, 2033Monday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 19\, 2034Sunday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 08\, 2035Thursday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 28\, 2036Monday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 15\, 2037Sunday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 04\, 2038Thursday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 24\, 2039Monday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 12\, 2040Sunday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 01\, 2041Friday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 22\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 10\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 30\, 2044Saturday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 17\, 2045Friday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 06\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Chinese New YearJan 26\, 2047Saturday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 14\, 2048Friday \n \n Chinese New YearFeb 02\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Chinese New Year\nThe history of Chinese New Year\, also known as the Spring Festival\, is rich and spans thousands of years. It is deeply rooted in Chinese culture and traditions and has evolved over time. \nThe origins of Chinese New Year can be traced back to ancient China. It is believed to have started during the Shang Dynasty (1600-1046 BC) as a way to celebrate the end of winter and the arrival of spring\, as well as to offer sacrifices to deities and ancestors for a good harvest in the upcoming year. \nChinese New Year is based on the lunar calendar\, which is why its date varies from year to year. It is celebrated on the first day of the lunar month and continues for 15 days\, culminating in the Lantern Festival on the 15th day. \nAccording to Chinese folklore\, there was a legendary monster named Nian (年) that would come out on the eve of the new year to terrorize people. To ward off the monster\, villagers would hang red lanterns\, set off firecrackers\, and make loud noises. This is the origin of many traditional customs associated with Chinese New Year\, such as the use of red decorations and fireworks. \nDuring the Western Han Dynasty (206 BCE – 9 CE)\, the lunar calendar was officially adopted for marking the new year. The custom of offering sacrifices to ancestors and deities\, as well as the importance of family reunions\, became central to the celebration. In the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127 CE)\, Chinese New Year celebrations became even more elaborate. The emperor would perform rituals\, and the festivities included parades and lantern displays. \nMany of the customs associated with Chinese New Year have been passed down through generations and have evolved over time. These include the reunion dinner\, the giving of red envelopes\, dragon and lion dances. Chinese New Year has a deep and enduring cultural significance in Chinese communities worldwide. It is a time for family reunions\, cultural heritage\, and the renewal of hope and good fortune in the year ahead. \n \nWhat People Do on Chinese New Year?\nChinese New Year is a time of various customs\, traditions\, and activities that people engage in to celebrate the holiday. Here's how people might observe this day: \nOn the evening before Chinese New Year\, families come together for a special reunion dinner. This is one of the most important aspects of the celebration\, and it often includes dishes with symbolic meanings. \nBefore the new year\, people thoroughly clean their homes to sweep away bad luck and make way for good fortune. They also decorate their homes with red lanterns\, couplets with auspicious phrases\, and various other ornaments. \nAdults give red envelopes\, containing money to children and unmarried family members as a gesture of good luck and blessings for the new year. \nFireworks and firecrackers are set off to scare away evil spirits and welcome the new year with a bang. In some places\, elaborate fireworks displays are organized. \nColorful lion and dragon dances are performed in public areas and outside homes and businesses. The dancers mimic the movements of these mythical creatures\, which are believed to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits. \nDuring the holiday\, people visit the homes of relatives and friends to exchange greetings and well-wishes for the new year. \nSome people visit temples to pray for good luck and make offerings to deities for blessings in the new year. \nThese are some of the key customs and activities associated with Chinese New Year\, but it's important to note that specific traditions may vary by region and family. \nThe Legend of Nian (年)\nThe legend of Nian is a famous Chinese folklore that is associated with the origins of Chinese New Year customs and traditions. \nLong ago\, in a remote Chinese village\, there lived a terrifying and ferocious mythical creature known as Nian. Nian was described as a monstrous beast with a lion-like head and a body like that of an ox. It was said to come out of hiding on the eve of the lunar New Year\, wreaking havoc on the village. \nNian's appearance was accompanied by destructive behavior. It would devour crops\, livestock\, and even villagers\, especially children. The villagers were terrorized and lived in constant fear of Nian's annual rampage. \nOne year\, an old man arrived in the village. He was a wise and mysterious traveler who observed the villagers' distress. He told them that he could help them defeat Nian but with one condition: the villagers must follow his instructions carefully. \nThe old man instructed the villagers to decorate their homes with red lanterns and red paper\, set off firecrackers\, and prepare large quantities of food. He also told them to make loud noises by beating drums and gongs throughout the night. \nFollowing the old man's advice\, the villagers carried out these preparations on the eve of the lunar New Year. When Nian emerged from its hiding place and saw the village bathed in red light\, decorated with loud noises and fireworks\, it became frightened and confused. \nThe loud noises\, the color red\, and the festive atmosphere terrified Nian\, which had never encountered such a situation before. It couldn't stand the commotion\, and the creature fled in fear from the village\, never to return. \nThe villagers realized that their actions had driven Nian away and had saved their village. They continued these customs of decorating with red\, setting off firecrackers\, and celebrating with feasts on Chinese New Year to ensure that Nian would never return. Over time\, these traditions evolved into the modern-day Chinese New Year celebrations that we know today. \nThe legend of Nian not only explains the origins of many Chinese New Year customs but also conveys the message of the triumph of good over evil\, unity\, and the importance of following traditions to ensure a prosperous and peaceful year ahead. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/chinese-new-year/ CATEGORIES:Cultural Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Chinese-New-Year.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTSTAMP:20260423T074738 CREATED:20241218T032559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T190536Z UID:10000073-1771286400-1771372799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Day DESCRIPTION:Mardi Gras Day\, also known as Fat Tuesday\, is a vibrant and festive celebration that takes place the day before Ash Wednesday\, marking the start of Lent in the Christian calendar. It's a day of indulgence\, feasting\, and revelry before the solemnity of the Lenten season. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Mardi Gras Day?\nThe History of Mardi Gras Day?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nMardi Gras in Baldwin and Mobile\n\nWhen is Mardi Gras Day?\nMardi Gras Day usually falls between February 3 and March 9\, depending on the date of Easter. The following is the list of Mardi Gras Day. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 25\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 16\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayMarch 01\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 21\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 13\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayMarch 04\, 2025Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 17\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 09\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 29\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 13\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayMarch 05\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 25\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 10\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayMarch 01\, 2033Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 21\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 06\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 26\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 17\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayMarch 09\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 22\, 2039Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 14\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayMarch 05\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 18\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 10\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayMarch 01\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 21\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 06\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 26\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayFebruary 18\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Mardi Gras DayMarch 02\, 2049Tuesday \n \n Robert E. Lee's BirthdayJanuary 17\, 2050Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Mardi Gras Day?\nThe history of Mardi Gras Day is rich and deeply rooted in ancient traditions\, evolving through time to become the vibrant celebration we know today. \nMardi Gras can be traced back to ancient Roman festivals like Saturnalia and Lupercalia\, which celebrated fertility\, spring\, and excess before the austerity of the seasons. \nWith the spread of Christianity\, these pagan festivals were incorporated into the church calendar. Mardi Gras\, meaning "Fat Tuesday" in French\, became the final day of indulgence before Ash Wednesday\, the start of Lent\, a 40-day period of fasting and repentance leading to Easter. \nBy the Middle Ages\, Mardi Gras celebrations were widespread in Europe\, particularly in Catholic countries like France\, Spain\, and Italy. \nIn 1699\, French explorers Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville and Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville brought the tradition to what is now the southern United States\, and named the location Pointe du Mardi Gras. \nIn 1718\, New Orleans was founded\, and Mardi Gras traditions began to take root in the region\, influenced by French customs. By the 18th and 19th centuries\, Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans grew in scale and popularity\, and it is a major holiday in New Orleans. \nMardi Gras celebrations occur in other parts of the world. In Alabama\, Mardi Gras is observed only in Baldwin and Mobile Counties\, and Mobile claims to have the oldest Mardi Gras in the USA. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Mardi Gras Day\, people engage in festive and vibrant activities to celebrate the culmination of the Carnival season. It is a day of joy\, community\, and indulgence\, capturing the spirit of both historical and contemporary festivities! \nFloats\, marching bands and performers dominate the streets in cities where Mardi Gras is a holiday. \nMardi Gras is filled with jazz\, brass bands\, and street performers creating a lively atmosphere. \nPeople dress in elaborate costumes\, often in the Mardi Gras colors: purple\, green\, and gold. Masks are a Mardi Gras tradition\, originally intended to allow wearers to mingle freely\, regardless of class or social status. \nRich and indulgent foods are central to the day because it's the last opportunity to feast before Lent begins. \nMardi Gras in Baldwin and Mobile\nMardi Gras in Mobile and Baldwin Counties is steeped in rich history\, dating back to 1703 when Mobile\, Alabama\, hosted the first Mardi Gras celebration in North America\, predating the New Orleans festivities. \nMobile\, then the capital of French Louisiana\, held the first Mardi Gras celebration in 1703\, organized by French settlers. It was a modest affair marking the Catholic tradition of revelry before the Lenten season. \nIn the 1830s\, the modern tradition of parades and balls began with the formation of the first mystic society. These secretive groups introduced the concept of organized parades with floats\, masks\, and themed balls. These secretive organizations are at the heart of Mardi Gras in both counties. They plan parades\, balls\, and other festivities. \nAfter the Civil War\, Mobile's Mardi Gras saw a resurgence\, led by Joe Cain. He famously paraded through the streets dressed as a fictional Chickasaw chief\, symbolizing defiance and the return of joy to the war-torn South. Cain remains a beloved figure\, honored annually during "Joe Cain Day." \nAs population and tourism expanded in the 20th Century\, the Mardi Gras tradition spread from Mobile to Baldwin County's cities. These areas developed their unique celebrations while maintaining ties to the Mobile tradition. \nWhile deeply rooted in history\, Mardi Gras in Baldwin and Mobile Counties continues to evolve\, and it remains a cherished cultural event that honors its heritage. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/mardi-gras-day/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Mardi-Gras-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTSTAMP:20260423T074738 CREATED:20250419T015611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T015611Z UID:10000253-1771286400-1771372799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Vietnamese New Year DESCRIPTION:Vietnamese New Year\, known as Tết Nguyên Đán or simply Tết\, is the most significant and widely celebrated holiday in Vietnam. It marks the beginning of the lunar calendar year and is a time for family reunions\, honoring ancestors\, and welcoming spring. \nWhen is Vietnamese New Year?\nVietnamese New Year usually falls between January 21 and February 20\, depending on the lunar calendar. It aligns with the Chinese Lunar New Year\, occurring on the first day of the first lunar month. \nThe following is the list of Vietnamese New Year from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 25\, 2020Saturday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 12\, 2021Friday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 01\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 22\, 2023Sunday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 10\, 2024Saturday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 29\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 17\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 06\, 2027Saturday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 26\, 2028Wednesday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 13\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 03\, 2030Sunday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 23\, 2031Thursday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 11\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 31\, 2033Monday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 19\, 2034Sunday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 08\, 2035Thursday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 28\, 2036Monday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 15\, 2037Sunday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 04\, 2038Thursday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 24\, 2039Monday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 12\, 2040Sunday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 01\, 2041Friday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 22\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 10\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 30\, 2044Saturday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 17\, 2045Friday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 06\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Vietnamese New YearJan 26\, 2047Saturday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 14\, 2048Friday \n \n Vietnamese New YearFeb 02\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Vietnamese New Year?\nThe roots of Vietnamese New Year go back more than 4\,000 years\, originating from agrarian traditions in ancient Vietnam. Early Vietnamese communities celebrated the arrival of spring as a symbol of new life\, agricultural renewal\, and spiritual cleansing. \nInfluenced by Chinese cultural and calendrical systems\, especially during periods of Chinese rule (111 BCE – 938 CE)\, Vietnamese New Year evolved in parallel with Chinese Lunar New Year but developed distinct Vietnamese customs. \nIn the pre-10th century\, during Chinese domination\, Vietnam adopted the lunisolar calendar\, and Vietnamese New Year took shape as both a seasonal and spiritual event. Ancestor worship and respect for family elders became central to the holiday. \nDuring the Ly\, Tran\, and Le Dynasties from 11th to 18th centuries\, Vietnamese New Year became increasingly formalized\, with imperial celebrations\, royal offerings to ancestors\, and court rituals. Vietnamese New Year marked the beginning of the official Vietnamese calendar year\, and was a time for monarchs to grant pardons and issue edicts of renewal. \nDruing the French Colonial Period from 19th to 20th centuries\, Vietnamese New Year remained a resilient cultural symbol during French rule. The Vietnamese continued to celebrate it widely\, often as a time of quiet resistance and cultural preservation. \nAfter the reunification of Vietnam after 1975\, Vietnamese New Year continued as a unifying national celebration. Though impacted by political and economic challenges in the 1970s – 80s\, it remained the most sacred holiday for Vietnamese families. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/vietnamese-new-year/ CATEGORIES:Cultural Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Vietnamese-New-Year.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTSTAMP:20260423T074738 CREATED:20250629T053615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T021425Z UID:10000315-1771286400-1771372799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Carnival Tuesday Uruguay DESCRIPTION:Carnival Tuesday in Uruguay is the day following Carnival Monday\, celebrated just before Ash Wednesday\, marking the end of the Carnival season and the beginning of Lent in the Christian calendar. \nWhen is Carnival Tuesday ?\nCarnival Tuesday occurs on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday\, typically in late February. \nThe following is the list of Carnival Tuesday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 25\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 16\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 01\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 21\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 13\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 04\, 2025Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 17\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 09\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 29\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 13\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 05\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 25\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 10\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 01\, 2033Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 21\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 06\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 26\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 17\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 09\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 22\, 2039Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 14\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 05\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 18\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 10\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 01\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 21\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 06\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 26\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayFeb 18\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Shrove TuesdayMar 02\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Carnival Tuesday?\nCarnival Tuesday in Uruguay has its roots in the broader history of Carnival traditions that date back several centuries. The day is the final celebration before Ash Wednesday\, marking the start of Lent in the Christian calendar. \nCarnival traditions were brought to Uruguay by Spanish colonizers and other European immigrants during the 18th and 19th centuries. These pre-Lenten festivals involved parades and street celebrations\, held just before the fasting and reflection period of Lent. \nAt the same time\, the Afro-Uruguayan community\, largely descendants of enslaved Africans\, introduced Candombe\, a drumming and dance tradition\, and it became an essential part of Carnival celebrations. \nDuring the 20th century\, both Carnival Monday and Carnival Tuesday became official public holidays in Uruguay. This allowed workers and students time off to participate in Carnival festivities. \nIn the mid-1900s\, Carnival Tuesday grew in popularity as a day for final public celebrations before Lent. \nDuring Uruguay's military dictatorship (1973–1985)\, Carnival—including Carnival Tuesday—became a rare outlet for free speech. \nToday\, Carnival Tuesday remains a national public holiday\, although the style of celebration has changed. Large-scale parades are less common on this specific day. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/carnival-tuesday-uruguay/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Carnival-Tuesday-Uruguay.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTSTAMP:20260423T074738 CREATED:20250906T223411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T223823Z UID:10000489-1771286400-1771372799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Seollal DESCRIPTION:Seollal began as an ancient lunar and agricultural celebration\, was reshaped under Confucian influence into an ancestor-honoring family holiday\, suppressed during colonization\, and finally restored in 1989 as a three-day holiday. Today\, it remains a cornerstone of Korean culture and identity. \nWhen is Seollal?\nSeollal is celebrated every year on the first day of the lunar calendar\, usually in late January or February\, depending on the lunar cycle. \nThe following is the list of Seollal from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n SeollalJan 25\, 2020Saturday \n \n SeollalFeb 12\, 2021Friday \n \n SeollalFeb 01\, 2022Tuesday \n \n SeollalJan 22\, 2023Sunday \n \n SeollalFeb 10\, 2024Saturday \n \n SeollalJan 29\, 2025Wednesday \n \n SeollalFeb 17\, 2026Tuesday \n \n SeollalFeb 06\, 2027Saturday \n \n SeollalJan 26\, 2028Wednesday \n \n SeollalFeb 13\, 2029Tuesday \n \n SeollalFeb 04\, 2030Monday \n \n SeollalJan 23\, 2031Thursday \n \n SeollalFeb 11\, 2032Wednesday \n \n SeollalJan 31\, 2033Monday \n \n SeollalFeb 20\, 2034Monday \n \n SeollalFeb 08\, 2035Thursday \n \n SeollalJan 28\, 2036Monday \n \n SeollalFeb 16\, 2037Monday \n \n SeollalFeb 04\, 2038Thursday \n \n SeollalJan 24\, 2039Monday \n \n SeollalFeb 13\, 2040Monday \n \n SeollalFeb 01\, 2041Friday \n \n SeollalJan 22\, 2042Wednesday \n \n SeollalFeb 10\, 2043Tuesday \n \n SeollalJan 30\, 2044Saturday \n \n SeollalFeb 17\, 2045Friday \n \n SeollalFeb 06\, 2046Tuesday \n \n SeollalJan 26\, 2047Saturday \n \n SeollalFeb 14\, 2048Friday \n \n SeollalFeb 02\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Seollal?\nSeollal's history dates back over 2\,000 years\, with its roots in early Korean kingdoms such as Goguryeo\, Baekje\, and Silla. It was originally tied to agricultural cycles and lunar calendar observances\, marking the beginning of spring and a new year of farming. Influences from China's Lunar New Year shaped Korean customs\, but Seollal developed its own distinct identity and rituals. \nThree Kingdoms (57 BCE – 668 CE): Records mention New Year's rites (Seollal) where people offered thanks to spirits and ancestors. \nGoryeo Dynasty (918–1392): Seollal became more formalized\, with state rituals to honor both heavenly deities and royal ancestors. \nJoseon Dynasty (1392–1897): Confucianism deeply shaped Seollal. Ancestor rites (charye) became central\, and customs like sebae (bowing to elders) and eating tteokguk (rice cake soup) were established. \nDuring the Japanese colonial rule (1910–1945)\, Seollal was suppressed\, and Japan tried to impose the Gregorian New Year (January 1). \nAfter liberation\, South Korea initially prioritized the Western New Year\, and Seollal was only a minor holiday called Gagyongjeol (가경절). \nIn 1989\, the South Korean government officially reinstated Seollal as a three-day national holiday\, recognizing its cultural importance. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/seollal/ CATEGORIES:Cultural Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seollal.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR