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:20260425T022513 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:20260303 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304 DTSTAMP:20260425T022514 CREATED:20241223T040214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T190557Z UID:10000099-1772496000-1772582399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Town Meeting Day DESCRIPTION:Town Meeting Day is a traditional New England civic event\, most prominently celebrated in the state of Vermont. Town Meeting Day has been a significant part of Vermont's history and civic life since before it became a state. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Town Meeting Day?\nThe History of Town Meeting Day?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nThe History of Vermont?\n\nWhen is Town Meeting Day?\nTown Meeting Day is held on the first Tuesday in March\, featuring local elections and public meetings where community members engage in discussions and decision-making about local issues. \nThe following is the list of Town Meeting Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 03\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 02\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 01\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 07\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 05\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 04\, 2025Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 03\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 02\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 07\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 06\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 05\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 04\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 02\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 01\, 2033Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 07\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 06\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 04\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 03\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 02\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 01\, 2039Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 06\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 05\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 04\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 03\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 01\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 07\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 06\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 05\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 03\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Town Meeting DayMarch 02\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \nThe History of Town Meeting Day?\nTown Meeting Day\, a cornerstone of local governance in Vermont and parts of New England\, traces its origins back to colonial America. It represents a form of direct democracy that has been practiced in the New England region for centuries. \nThe tradition of town meetings began in the 17th century when English settlers brought the concept of local governance to the New World. The idea was that all local stakeholders could gather to discuss and decide on public issues. \nIn Massachusetts\, where many of the early Puritan settlers landed\, town meetings were initially part of the church gatherings. Over time\, these meetings evolved into secular forums for discussing town affairs\, separate from church activities. \nWhen Vermont declared independence from New York and New Hampshire in 1777\, town meetings were already an established tradition. The first statewide recognition of Town Meeting Day came with the adoption of the Vermont Constitution that same year\, emphasizing the importance of "frequent recurrence to fundamental principles." \nBy 1801\, Vermont formally designated the first Tuesday in March as Town Meeting Day\, setting aside this day for towns across the state to hold their meetings. Over the years\, some communities have seen a decline in participation\, which has led to discussions about the relevance and efficacy of the town meeting system. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Town Meeting Day\, residents participate in a range of civic activities centered around local governance and community engagement. \nCommunity members gather in a central location\, such as a town hall or school gymnasium. During the meeting\, residents discuss town affairs\, including budgets\, road repairs\, local services\, and other community issues. Decisions on various matters are often made by a show of hands or voice votes during the meeting\, although some towns may use ballot voting. Significant issues like school budgets or major municipal projects are typical agenda items. \nTown Meeting Day often coincides with elections for local officials such as select board members\, school board members\, and other municipal positions. These elections can be held at the meeting itself or through traditional polling stations. \nBefore the official meeting\, there might be presentations or information sessions where residents can learn more about the issues on the agenda\, helping them make informed decisions. At the same time\, many towns organize communal meals\, such as pancake breakfasts or potluck lunches\, which provide an opportunity for socializing and discussing town issues in a less formal setting. \nThe day is not just about governance but also about reinforcing community bonds. The gathering is a community event where neighbors meet\, discuss local matters\, and strengthen their commitment to their town. Volunteers often play a significant role in organizing and running Town Meeting Day activities. \nThe History of Vermont?\nVermont has a rich and varied history that reflects its unique place in the development of the United States. \nBefore European settlers arrived\, Vermont was primarily inhabited by Native American tribes. The region was part of the larger territory used for hunting and fishing. The French were the first Europeans to explore the area in the early 17th century. Samuel de Champlain\, the French explorer\, entered the region in 1609\, giving his name to Lake Champlain. \nVermont was a disputed territory between the British colonies of New Hampshire and New York during the colonial period. The land grants issued by New Hampshire were contested by New York\, leading to conflicts among settlers. In the 1760s and 1770s\, the Green Mountain Boys\, a militia organized by Ethan Allen\, resisted attempts by New York to control the area. They became instrumental in the local resistance against British rule. \nIn 1777\, dissatisfied with the responses from the existing colonies and the British crown\, representatives from various towns declared the region an independent republic—the Republic of Vermont. Vermont was the first state to partially ban slavery in its constitution during this time. \nAfter 14 years as an independent republic\, Vermont was admitted to the Union as the 14th state in 1791\, the first to enter after the original 13 colonies. Vermont played an active role in the Civil War\, contributing a significant number of troops relative to its population. The state was firmly anti-slavery\, fitting with its early partial ban on the practice. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/town-meeting-day/ CATEGORIES:Political Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Town-Meeting-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304 DTSTAMP:20260425T022514 CREATED:20250712T030239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T050122Z UID:10000380-1772496000-1772582399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Makha Bucha Day Thailand DESCRIPTION:Makha Bucha Day is one of the most sacred and widely observed Buddhist holidays in Thailand\, commemorating a pivotal moment in the life of the Buddha. While its spiritual origins date back over 2\,500 years\, its recognition as a public holiday in Thailand has a distinct historical development tied to royal religious reforms and the promotion of Buddhist unity. \nWhen is Makha Bucha Day?\nMakha Bucha Day is observed on the full moon of the third lunar month\, usually falling in February or early March each year. \nThe following is the list of Makha Bucha Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 08\, 2020Saturday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 26\, 2021Friday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 16\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 06\, 2023Monday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 24\, 2024Saturday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 12\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 03\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 21\, 2027Sunday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 10\, 2028Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 27\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 19\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 11\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 29\, 2032Sunday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 17\, 2033Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 07\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 26\, 2035Monday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 14\, 2036Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 05\, 2037Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 23\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 12\, 2039Saturday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 02\, 2040Friday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 20\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 09\, 2042Sunday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 28\, 2043Saturday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 17\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 08\, 2045Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 25\, 2046Sunday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 14\, 2047Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 03\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 21\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Makha Bucha Day in Thailand?\nIn the mid-19th century\, King Rama IV (reigned 1851–1868)\, a former monk and respected Buddhist scholar\, recognized the importance of Makha Bucha. \nHe formalized its observance at Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) in Bangkok as part of his efforts to promote Buddhist education and religious reform. \nRama IV introduced lunar-based religious observances to align temple activities with important Buddhist events like Makha Bucha and Visakha Bucha. \nIn 1913\, during the reign of King Rama VI\, Makha Bucha Day was officially declared a public holiday. \nIt became one of Thailand's core Buddhist observances\, along with Visakha Bucha (Buddha's birth\, enlightenment and death) and Asalha Bucha (first sermon). URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/makha-bucha-day-thailand/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Makha-Bucha-Day-Thailand.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304 DTSTAMP:20260425T022514 CREATED:20250819T060821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T060821Z UID:10000434-1772496000-1772582399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Phagwa DESCRIPTION:In Suriname\, Holi\, known as Phagwa\, is celebrated with color throwing\, drumming and Chowtal singing\, making it one of the country's most joyful national holidays. Introduced by Indian indentured laborers in the 19th century\, it has grown into a multicultural festival of unity\, where Surinamese of all backgrounds join to celebrate the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring. \nWhen is Phagwa?\nPhagwa is celebrated in March\, on the full moon of Phalguna (Hindu lunar calendar). \nThe following is the list of Holi Phagwa from 2020 to 2039. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n PhagwaMar 10\, 2020Tuesday \n \n PhagwaMar 29\, 2021Monday \n \n PhagwaMar 17\, 2022Thursday \n \n PhagwaMar 07\, 2023Tuesday \n \n PhagwaMar 25\, 2024Monday \n \n PhagwaMar 14\, 2025Friday \n \n PhagwaMar 03\, 2026Tuesday \n \n PhagwaMar 22\, 2027Monday \n \n PhagwaMar 11\, 2028Saturday \n \n PhagwaMar 01\, 2029Thursday \n \n PhagwaMar 19\, 2030Tuesday \n \n PhagwaMar 08\, 2031Saturday \n \n PhagwaFeb 26\, 2032Thursday \n \n PhagwaMar 16\, 2033Wednesday \n \n PhagwaMar 05\, 2034Sunday \n \n PhagwaMar 25\, 2035Sunday \n \n PhagwaMar 13\, 2036Thursday \n \n PhagwaMar 02\, 2037Monday \n \n PhagwaMar 21\, 2038Sunday \n \n PhagwaMar 10\, 2039Thursday \n \n PhagwaFeb 28\, 2040Tuesday \n \n PhagwaMar 17\, 2041Sunday \n \n PhagwaMar 06\, 2042Thursday \n \n PhagwaMar 26\, 2043Thursday \n \n PhagwaMar 15\, 2044Tuesday \n \n PhagwaMar 05\, 2045Sunday \n \n PhagwaMar 24\, 2046Saturday \n \n PhagwaMar 14\, 2047Thursday \n \n PhagwaMar 02\, 2048Monday \n \n PhagwaMar 20\, 2049Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Phagwa?\nPhagwa is the Surinamese name for Holi. In India\, it has ancient roots: linked to fertility rituals\, the legend of Prahlad and Holika (victory of good over evil)\, and the playful color\, throwing of Krishna and Radha. \nBetween 1873 and 1916\, about 34\,000 Indian indentured laborers were brought from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in India to Suriname by the Dutch colonial government to work on sugar plantations. \nThese migrants carried with them their religion\, language\, music\, and festivals. Among the most important festivals transplanted was Phagwa (Holi). \nInitially celebrated in temple courtyards\, villages\, and plantation communities\, Phagwa served as both a religious and social festival. It quickly became a festival of solidarity\, bringing joy to laborers who lived under harsh colonial conditions. \nOver time\, Phagwa transcended its Hindu origins and became a national cultural celebration. It was embraced by all ethnic and religious groups in Suriname\, symbolizing unity in diversity. \nToday\, Phagwa is recognized as a national holiday\, and public celebrations fill the streets with music\, dancing and vibrant colors. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/phagwa/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Phagwa.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR