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:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013 DTSTAMP:20260423T230232 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:20260223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224 DTSTAMP:20260423T230232 CREATED:20241228T035329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T190411Z UID:10000121-1771804800-1771891199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Clean Monday DESCRIPTION:Clean Monday is the first day of Great Lent in Eastern Orthodox Christianity. It marks the beginning of a 40-day period of fasting and repentance leading up to Easter. The day is significant for its focus on spiritual cleansing\, renewal\, and preparation for the resurrection of Christ. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Clean Monday?\nThe History of Clean Monday\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\n\nWhen is Clean Monday?\nClean Monday occurs seven weeks before Easter Sunday and is the day after Forgiveness Sunday\, which is the final day before Great Lent begins. \nThe following is the list of Clean Monday from 2020 to 2049.\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Clean MondayMarch 02\, 2020Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 15\, 2021Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 07\, 2022Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 27\, 2023Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 18\, 2024Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 03\, 2025Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 23\, 2026Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 15\, 2027Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 28\, 2028Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 19\, 2029Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 11\, 2030Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 24\, 2031Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 15\, 2032Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 07\, 2033Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 20\, 2034Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 12\, 2035Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 03\, 2036Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 16\, 2037Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 08\, 2038Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 28\, 2039Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 19\, 2040Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 04\, 2041Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 24\, 2042Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 16\, 2043Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 07\, 2044Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 20\, 2045Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 12\, 2046Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 04\, 2047Monday \n \n Clean MondayFebruary 17\, 2048Monday \n \n Clean MondayMarch 08\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Clean Monday\nThe history of Clean Monday is rooted in the early Christian Church and reflects the practices and theology of Great Lent\, the preparatory period before Easter. As the first day of Lent in the Eastern Orthodox Church\, Clean Monday emphasizes spiritual and physical cleansing\, setting the tone for a period of repentance and prayer. \nThe practice of a 40-day fast before Easter has its origins in the early Christian Church\, modeled after Jesus' 40 days of fasting in the desert. Early Christians adopted fasting as a means of spiritual discipline and preparation for the celebration of the Resurrection. \nIn the Eastern Orthodox tradition\, Lent begins on Clean Monday and spans 40 weekdays (excluding Saturdays and Sundays)\, leading up to Lazarus Saturday and Holy Week. Clean Monday evolved as the day to begin strict fasting and increased prayer\, symbolizing a "clean break" from sin and indulgences. \nBy the 4th century\, the Church formalized Lenten fasting rules\, which are among the strictest in Orthodox Christianity. Clean Monday became the starting point for these rules\, symbolizing the faithful's commitment to simplicity and spiritual discipline. \nClean Monday was incorporated into the Byzantine liturgical calendar as the official start of Lent in Byzantine Christianity. In Byzantine society\, Clean Monday followed Forgiveness Sunday\, when Christians were encouraged to reconcile with one another as a prerequisite for spiritual cleansing. Clean Monday spread throughout the Byzantine Empire influencing Orthodox Christian communities. \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Clean Monday\, Orthodox Christians and communities celebrate the beginning of Great Lent with a mix of religious observances and festive activities. The day emphasizes spiritual cleansing\, fasting\, and preparation for Easter\, while also incorporating joyful cultural traditions. \nMany attend Divine Liturgy or special services for Clean Monday\, which include hymns\, prayers\, and readings focusing on repentance and humility. \nClean Monday marks the start of the strict Lenten fast\, during which believers abstain from meat\, dairy\, eggs\, fish \, and alcohol. The fast emphasizes simplicity\, self-discipline\, and spiritual renewal. \nA beloved tradition\, especially in Greece and Cyprus\, where families and communities fly kites outdoors. Kite-flying symbolizes freedom\, the lifting of the spirit\, and renewal. \nFamilies and friends gather for picnics or outdoor meals featuring Lenten-friendly foods. These meals are simple yet celebratory reflecting the joyful start of Lent. \nClean Monday is often celebrated as a public holiday in countries like Greece and Cyprus\, with families and communities coming together for meals and activities. In rural areas\, people may perform seasonal rituals tied to spring and renewal\, such as planting seeds or blessing fields. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/clean-monday/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Clean-Monday.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224 DTSTAMP:20260423T230232 CREATED:20251012T040239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T040239Z UID:10000699-1771804800-1771891199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Defender of the Fatherland Day (Russia) DESCRIPTION:Defender of the Fatherland Day in Russia honors the men and women serving in the Russian Armed Forces and all who defend the nation. It is also widely observed as Men's Day\, celebrating bravery\, duty and patriotism. \nWhen is Defender of the Fatherland Day?\nDefender of the Fatherland Day in Russia is celebrated on February 23 every year. \nThe following is the list of Defender of the Fatherland Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2020Sunday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2023Thursday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2024Friday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2025Sunday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2026Monday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2028Wednesday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2029Friday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2030Saturday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2031Sunday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2032Monday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2034Thursday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2035Friday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2036Saturday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2037Monday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2040Thursday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2041Saturday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2042Sunday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2043Monday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2045Thursday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2046Friday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2047Saturday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2048Sunday \n \n Defender of the Fatherland DayFeb 23\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Defender of the Fatherland Day?\nDefender of the Fatherland Day traces its roots to the early years of Soviet Russia. The holiday originated in 1918\, during the Russian Civil War (1917–1922)\, a turbulent period following the October Revolution. \nThe Bolshevik government\, led by Vladimir Lenin\, established the Workers' and Peasants' Red Army on January 28\, 1918 (February 10 in the Gregorian calendar). A few weeks later\, on February 23\, 1918\, mass volunteer recruitment events were held across Russia to strengthen the Red Army against advancing German forces near St. Petersburg. Although early Soviet historians later exaggerated the military success of that day\, it became symbolically associated with the birth of the Red Army. \nIn 1919\, February 23 was officially declared "Red Army Day"\, commemorating the formation of the Soviet military. The holiday quickly became one of the most significant annual celebrations in the Soviet calendar\, honoring the soldiers and promoting loyalty to the Communist Party and the revolution. \nDuring World War II (1941–1945)\, February 23 gained deeper meaning as the Soviet Union fought for survival against Nazi Germany. It evolved from a day commemorating the Red Army's founding into one celebrating the courage\, sacrifice\, and heroism of all who defended the Soviet homeland. \nAfter the war\, the holiday was renamed "Soviet Army and Navy Day" in 1949\, expanding its scope to include all military branches\, and it became a major state holiday. Over time\, it also became informally known as "Men's Day"\, since nearly every Soviet family had members who had served in the military. Women often gave small gifts or greetings to male relatives and colleagues\, mirroring the way International Women's Day (March 8) honored women. \nAfter the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991\, the Russian Federation retained February 23 as a national observance. In 2002\, it was officially renamed "Defender of the Fatherland Day" and designated as a public holiday. \nThe holiday's meaning broadened from honoring soldiers alone to celebrating all who serve or have served\, including veterans\, reservists\, and those working in national defense. It also remains a day of appreciation for men in general\, continuing the tradition of being informally called Men's Day. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/defender-of-the-fatherland-day-russia/ CATEGORIES:Memorial Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Defender-of-the-Fatherland-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224 DTSTAMP:20260423T230232 CREATED:20251014T045045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T050511Z UID:10000716-1771804800-1771891199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Emperor's Birthday (Japan) DESCRIPTION:The Emperor's Birthday is a national holiday in Japan that celebrates the birthday of the reigning emperor. It is in honor of Emperor Naruhito\, who ascended the throne in 2019. On this day\, the Imperial Palace in Tokyo opens its gates to the public\, allowing citizens to offer their congratulations. The Emperor\, accompanied by Empress Masako and other family members\, greets well-wishers from a palace balcony in a rare display of national unity and celebration. \nWhen is the Emperor's Day?\nThe Emperor's Day in Japan is celebrated on February 23 each year. \nThe following is the list of the Emperor's Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2020Sunday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2023Thursday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2024Friday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2025Sunday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2026Monday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2028Wednesday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2029Friday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2030Saturday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2031Sunday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2032Monday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2034Thursday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2035Friday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2036Saturday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2037Monday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2040Thursday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2041Saturday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2042Sunday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2043Monday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2045Thursday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2046Friday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2047Saturday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2048Sunday \n \n Emperor's BirthdayFeb 23\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of the Emperor's Day?\nThe Emperor's Birthday\, or Tennō Tanjōbi (天皇誕生日)\, is one of Japan's most symbolic national holidays\, honoring the birth of the reigning emperor. The date of the celebration changes with each new emperor's reign\, reflecting Japan's continuity and deep respect for the imperial institution. \nThe tradition of officially celebrating the emperor's birthday dates back to the Meiji era (1868–1912)\, when Emperor Meiji's birthday (November 3) was observed nationwide as a symbol of unity and modernization. After his death\, November 3 was renamed Culture Day. \nEach succeeding emperor's birthday became a public holiday during their reign: \n– Emperor Taishō (Yoshihito): August 31\n– Emperor Shōwa (Hirohito): April 29\, later renamed Shōwa Day after his death\n– Emperor Akihito (Heisei era): December 23\, now no longer a holiday since his abdication in 2019\n– Emperor Naruhito (Reiwa era): February 23\, officially designated as the Emperor's Birthday since 2020 \nThe day is marked by the opening of the Imperial Palace to the public\, one of only two days in the year this occurs (the other being New Year's Day). Citizens gather in the courtyard to wave Japanese flags as the Emperor\, Empress\, and royal family members appear on a balcony to deliver greetings. \nThe holiday serves not only as a celebration of the Emperor's life but also as an expression of national harmony\, cultural continuity\, and gratitude\, reflecting the enduring role of the monarchy in Japan's identity and heritage. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/emperors-birthday-japan/ CATEGORIES:Leader ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Emperors-Birthday-Japan.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR