BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ExcelNotes - ECPv6.15.17.1//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:20260416T062628 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:20260409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260410 DTSTAMP:20260416T062628 CREATED:20241226T060435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T153200Z UID:10000111-1775692800-1775779199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Orthodox Maundy Thursday DESCRIPTION:Orthodox Maundy Thursday\, also known as Great and Holy Thursday\, is one of the most important days in the Eastern Orthodox Church's observance of Holy Week. It commemorates the Last Supper\, the institution of the Eucharist\, and Jesus's washing of the disciples' feet\, as well as the betrayal of Jesus by Judas. It serves as a profound moment of reflection on Christ's humility\, love\, and sacrifice. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Orthodox Maundy Thursday?\nThe History of Orthodox Maundy Thursday?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nThe Last Supper Story?\n\nWhen is Orthodox Maundy Thursday?\nOrthodox Maundy Thursday is observed on the Thursday before Orthodox Easter Sunday\, during Holy Week. The date varies each year because Orthodox Easter is determined based on the Julian calendar and the timing of the Paschal full moon. \nThe following is the list of Orthodox Maundy Thursday from 2020 to 2049.\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 16\, 2020Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 29\, 2021Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 21\, 2022Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 13\, 2023Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayMay 02\, 2024Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 17\, 2025Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 09\, 2026Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 29\, 2027Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 13\, 2028Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 05\, 2029Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 25\, 2030Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 10\, 2031Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 29\, 2032Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 21\, 2033Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 06\, 2034Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 26\, 2035Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 17\, 2036Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 02\, 2037Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 22\, 2038Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 14\, 2039Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayMay 03\, 2040Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 18\, 2041Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 10\, 2042Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 30\, 2043Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 21\, 2044Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 06\, 2045Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 26\, 2046Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 18\, 2047Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 02\, 2048Thursday \n \n Orthodox Maundy ThursdayApril 22\, 2049Thursday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Orthodox Maundy Thursday?\nOrthodox Maundy Thursday has a profound history rooted in the events of the Last Supper\, which is central to Christian theology. \nThe biblical origins of Maundy Thursday include the Last Supper\, the washing of feet\, and the prayer in Gethsemane. During this Passover meal\, Jesus instituted the Eucharist\, offering bread and wine as His body and blood\, establishing a central practice of Christian worship. In John's Gospel\, Jesus washed the feet of His disciples\, an act of humility and servanthood. After the meal\, Jesus went to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray\, experiencing profound anguish but submitting to God's will. \nFrom the earliest days of Christianity\, the events of the Last Supper were central to the faith. The practice of the Eucharist\, rooted in Jesus's words at the Last Supper\, became the heart of Christian worship. \nBy the 4th century\, Orthodox Maundy Thursday became a distinct observance within Holy Week. Theological emphasis was placed on Jesus's humility\, His commandment of love\, and the significance of the Eucharist as the New Covenant. \nThe First Council of Nicaea in 325 AD formalized the date of Easter and established Holy Week as a liturgical period. Orthodox Maundy Thursday became a key day in the Orthodox liturgical calendar. \nIn mondern days\, churches worldwide hold special services focusing on unity\, humility\, and the shared Eucharist\, and it is a day that many Christians engage in acts of kindness\, such as feeding the poor or visiting the sick. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Orthodox Maundy Thursday\, Christians worldwide engage in a variety of religious ceremonies\, acts of service\, and personal reflections to commemorate the events of the Last Supper\, the institution of the Eucharist\, and Jesus's washing of the disciples' feet. \nThe Divine Liturgy is celebrated in the morning or early afternoon\, focusing on the Eucharist\, which was instituted by Jesus during the Last Supper. Worshippers partake in Holy Communion\, emphasizing unity with Christ and the Church. \nPeople may participate in the Evening Service of the Twelve Gospels\, and this service includes readings of 12 Gospel passages recounting the events of Christ's Passion\, starting with the Last Supper and ending with His crucifixion. In some Orthodox communities\, a priest or bishop reenacts Jesus's act of washing His disciples' feet\, symbolizing humility and servanthood. \nMany Orthodox Christians observe strict fasting on Maundy Thursday\, avoiding meat\, dairy\, and sometimes oil\, as a form of spiritual discipline. The faithful spend time in prayer and contemplation of Jesus's sacrifice\, reflecting on the themes of love\, humility\, and betrayal. \nFamilies traditionally dye eggs red on this day\, symbolizing the blood of Christ and the promise of resurrection. These eggs are used in Paschal celebrations. Community members gather at church to participate in services and rituals\, emphasizing the unity of the faith. \nInspired by Jesus's humility\, people engage in charitable acts\, such as helping those in need or visiting the sick. \nThe Last Supper Story?\nThe Last Supper is one of the most significant events in Christian theology\, marking the final meal Jesus Christ shared with His disciples before His crucifixion. It is commemorated on Maundy Thursday during Holy Week and holds deep spiritual and symbolic meaning for Christians worldwide. \nThe Last Supper occurred during the Jewish Passover\, a festival commemorating the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt. Jesus instructed His disciples to prepare a room in Jerusalem for the meal. \nDuring the meal\, Jesus took bread\, blessed and broke it\, and said\, "This is my body\, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me". He then took a cup of wine and said\, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood\, which is poured out for you". This act established the Eucharist\, a central sacrament in Christianity. After the meal\, Jesus washed the feet of His disciples\, an act of humility and service\, and he commanded them to love one another as He loved them. \nIn many countries\, the Last Supper is reenacted or symbolically remembered during Holy Week through meals\, processions\, or passion plays. \nThe Last Supper is a foundational moment in Christianity\, encapsulating the essence of Jesus's teachings and His redemptive mission. It emphasizes the importance of the Eucharist as a means of spiritual nourishment and unity within the Christian community. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/orthodox-maundy-thursday/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Orthodox-Maundy-Thursday.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260410 DTSTAMP:20260416T062628 CREATED:20250703T050922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T051551Z UID:10000351-1775692800-1775779199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Martyrs' Day in Tunisia DESCRIPTION:Martyrs' Day in Tunisia honors the Tunisians who were killed by French colonial forces in 1938 during anti-colonial protests in Tunis. These martyrs are remembered as national heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the struggle for freedom and independence. \nWhen is Martyrs' Day?\nMartyrs' Day is observed annually on April 9. \nThe following is the list of Martyrs' Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2020Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2021Friday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2022Saturday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2023Sunday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2026Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2027Friday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2028Sunday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2029Monday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2032Friday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2033Saturday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2034Sunday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2035Monday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2036Wednesday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2037Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2038Friday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2039Saturday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2040Monday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2043Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2044Saturday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2045Sunday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2046Monday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2048Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayApr 09\, 2049Friday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Martyrs' Day?\nTunisia became a French protectorate in 1881 under the Treaty of Bardo. Although technically a protectorate\, not a colony\, the French controlled Tunisia's political and economic systems\, and Tunisian nationalists gradually began demanding self-rule. By the 1930s\, calls for independence had grown louder. \nOn April 8 and 9\, 1938\, thousands of Tunisians\, led by Neo Destour activists\, organized mass protests in Tunis. Protesters included students\, workers\, and middle-class citizens who saw the moment as urgent for political reform. \nOn April 9\, 1938\, as demonstrators gathered in front of the French General Residence (government building)\, French colonial troops opened fire on the crowds. The official death toll was at least 22\, with hundreds injured and arrested. \nThis moment came to be known as the 1938 Uprising\, and those who died became known as "the martyrs of the nation". Over time\, the memory of the martyrs became a rallying cry for continued resistance\, culminating in Tunisia's independence in 1956. \nOn March 20\, 1956\, Tunisia gained full independence from France. \nIn 1957\, the newly formed Tunisian Republic formally recognized April 9 as Martyrs' Day. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/martyrs-day-tunisia/ CATEGORIES:Memorial Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Martyrs-Day-in-Tunisia.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260410 DTSTAMP:20260416T062628 CREATED:20250913T230942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T230942Z UID:10000548-1775692800-1775779199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Araw ng Kagitingan DESCRIPTION:Araw ng Kagitingan commemorates the Fall of Bataan in 1942 and honors the Filipino and American soldiers who fought in WWII and endured the Bataan Death March. Established officially in 1961\, it remains a day of remembrance for sacrifice\, heroism and resilience. \nWhen is Araw ng Kagitingan?\nAraw ng Kagitingan is celebrated on April 9 every year. \nThe following is the list of Araw ng Kagitingan from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2020Thursday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2021Friday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2022Saturday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2023Sunday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2026Thursday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2027Friday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2028Sunday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2029Monday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2032Friday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2033Saturday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2034Sunday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2035Monday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2036Wednesday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2037Thursday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2038Friday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2039Saturday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2040Monday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2043Thursday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2044Saturday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2045Sunday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2046Monday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2048Thursday \n \n Araw ng KagitinganApr 09\, 2049Friday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Araw ng Kagitingan?\nDuring World War II\, the Philippines (then a U.S. Commonwealth) was invaded by Japanese forces in December 1941\, shortly after the attack on Pearl Harbor. \nFilipino and American troops under the United States Armed Forces in the Far East (USAFFE) defended Bataan and Corregidor\, fighting despite being outnumbered and undersupplied. \nAfter months of resistance\, the defenders of Bataan could no longer hold out. \nOn April 9\, 1942\, around 76\,000 soldiers (12\,000 Americans and 64\,000 Filipinos) surrendered to the Japanese. This surrender led to the Bataan Death March\, a forced 100-kilometer march from Bataan to prison camps in Capas\, Tarlac. During the march\, thousands died due to starvation\, exhaustion\, disease\, and brutal treatment by Japanese captors. \nThe defenders of Bataan and Corregidor became enduring symbols of bravery\, sacrifice\, and resilience. In 1942\, U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt praised the Filipino and American defenders for their courage\, calling them heroes of democracy. \nAfter the war\, the Philippines sought to officially honor the sacrifices of WWII soldiers. In 1961\, President Diosdado Macapagal declared April 9 as Bataan Day. \nIt was later renamed Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) to highlight the gallantry not just of those in Bataan but of all Filipino veterans who defended the country. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/araw-ng-kagitingan/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday,War ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Araw-ng-Kagitingan.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR