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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014 DTSTAMP:20260428T105659 CREATED:20241223T170819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T051312Z UID:10000101-1760313600-1760399999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Yorktown Victory Day DESCRIPTION:Yorktown Victory Day commemorates the decisive victory at the Battle of Yorktown\, which was the last major battle of the American Revolutionary War. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Yorktown Victory Day?\nThe History of Yorktown Victory Day?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nThe Yorktown Victory\n\nWhen is Yorktown Victory Day?\nYorktown Victory Day is commemorated annually on the second Monday in October. This date marks the anniversary of the decisive victory at the Battle of Yorktown on October 19\, 1781\, which was a turning point in the American Revolutionary War. \nThe following is the list of Yorktown Victory from 2020 to 2049.\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 12\, 2020Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 11\, 2021Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 10\, 2022Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 09\, 2023Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 14\, 2024Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 13\, 2025Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 12\, 2026Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 11\, 2027Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 09\, 2028Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 08\, 2029Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 14\, 2030Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 13\, 2031Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 11\, 2032Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 10\, 2033Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 09\, 2034Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 08\, 2035Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 13\, 2036Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 12\, 2037Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 11\, 2038Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 10\, 2039Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 08\, 2040Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 14\, 2041Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 13\, 2042Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 12\, 2043Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 10\, 2044Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 09\, 2045Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 08\, 2046Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 14\, 2047Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 12\, 2048Monday \n \n Yorktown Victory DayOctober 11\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Yorktown Victory Day?\nYorktown Victory Day marks the anniversary of the decisive American victory at the Battle of Yorktown\, which occurred on October 19\, 1781. \nIn 1781\, the British\, led by General Lord Charles Cornwallis\, fortified the port town of Yorktown\, Virginia\, planning to use it as a base to receive supplies and reinforcements via the Chesapeake Bay. American General George Washington saw an opportunity to trap Cornwallis on the peninsula with the help of French naval and ground forces. \nA critical factor in the success at Yorktown was the alliance with France\, secured in 1778. French naval forces defeated the British fleet at the Battle of the Chesapeake\, preventing Cornwallis from escaping by sea. Meanwhile\, French troops joined American forces in a march from New York to Virginia to launch a joint operation against Yorktown. \nIn late September 1781\, American and French forces surrounded Yorktown and began a siege. They gradually closed in on the British\, constructing trenches and artillery positions to bombard the enemy fortifications. \nAfter weeks of artillery bombardment and with no escape possible\, Cornwallis's position became untenable. On October 19\, 1781\, he surrendered his army of about 8\,000 men to Washington and Rochambeau\, marking one of the last major battles of the Revolutionary War. \nThe surrender at Yorktown effectively ended major military operations in the American Revolution. It dramatically shifted political opinions in Britain\, leading to negotiations that culminated in the Treaty of Paris in 1783\, whereby Britain recognized American independence. The victory at Yorktown became a symbol of national triumph and military success. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nYorktown Victory Day celebrates the American and French victory over British forces in 1781\, which effectively ended the Revolutionary War. One of the most visually striking features of the day are the historical reenactments. These often include reenactments of the siege\, the final assault\, and the British surrender\, providing a vivid etc. \nCeremonies often take place at the Yorktown Victory Monument and other significant sites\, where wreaths are laid to honor the soldiers who fought in the battle. Parades may feature marching bands\, military units\, historical societies\, and community organizations\, celebrating both the historical and modern community spirit. \nSpecial guided tours of the battlefield and other historical sites are often available\, providing insights into the strategic elements of the siege and the conditions of the 1781 battle. Museums and historical sites often host lectures and presentations by historians who discuss various aspects of the Revolutionary War\, the significance of the Battle of Yorktown\, and the historical context of 18th-century America. \nMusical performances and patriotic concerts are common\, featuring colonial and military music that commemorates the era and the victory. \nThe Yorktown Victory\nThe Battle of Yorktown\, also known as the Siege of Yorktown\, was a decisive victory by a combined force of American Continental Army troops and French Army troops over a British Army. The battle took place from September 28 to October 19\, 1781\, in Yorktown\, Virginia\, and was the last major land battle of the American Revolutionary War in the North American theater. \nIn 1781\, after a prolonged campaign in the Southern colonies\, British General Lord Cornwallis moved his army to the coastal town of Yorktown\, Virginia. He believed this position would allow him to maintain maritime communications with the British fleet and receive reinforcements as needed. General Washington saw an opportunity to trap Cornwallis at Yorktown. The French naval force played a crucial role by defeating the British fleet at the Battle of the Chesapeake\, thereby denying Cornwallis the naval support necessary for his evacuation or reinforcement. \nBy late September 1781\, American and French forces had encircled Cornwallis's troops in Yorktown. The allied forces quickly began siege operations\, erecting fortifications and artillery positions around the British defenses. On the night of October 14\, American and French troops launched assaults on key British redoubts\, which led to their capture and effectively sealed the fate of the British army. \nFaced with the untenable situation\, and after failed attempts to evacuate his troops across the York River\, Cornwallis negotiated the terms of surrender. On October 19\, 1781\, he surrendered his army to General Washington. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/yorktown-victory-day/ CATEGORIES:War ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Yorktown-Victory-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014 DTSTAMP:20260428T105659 CREATED:20250104T003450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T003517Z UID:10000152-1760313600-1760399999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Day in Canada DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving Day in Canada is a national holiday dedicated to giving thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year. The day is marked by family gatherings\, feasts\, and expressions of gratitude. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Thanksgiving Day?\nThe History of Thanksgiving Day?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nMore about Martin Frobisher\n\nWhen is Thanksgiving Day?\nIn Canada\, Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October\, coinciding with the end of the harvest season. \nThe following is the list of Thanksgiving Day in Canada from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 12\, 2020Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 11\, 2021Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 10\, 2022Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 09\, 2023Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 14\, 2024Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 13\, 2025Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 12\, 2026Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 11\, 2027Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 09\, 2028Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 08\, 2029Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 14\, 2030Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 13\, 2031Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 11\, 2032Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 10\, 2033Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 09\, 2034Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 08\, 2035Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 13\, 2036Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 12\, 2037Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 11\, 2038Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 10\, 2039Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 08\, 2040Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 14\, 2041Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 13\, 2042Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 12\, 2043Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 10\, 2044Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 09\, 2045Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 08\, 2046Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 14\, 2047Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 12\, 2048Monday \n \n Thanksgiving DayOctober 11\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Thanksgiving Day?\nThanksgiving in Canada has a long history that predates the American Thanksgiving. Its origins blend Indigenous harvest celebrations\, European traditions and religious gratitude ceremonies. The holiday\, as we know it today\, evolved over centuries to become a national occasion of gratitude and family togetherness. \nLong before European settlers arrived\, Indigenous peoples in Canada celebrated the harvest season with feasts\, ceremonies and dances. These celebrations expressed gratitude for the bounty of nature\, the changing seasons\, and successful hunts or harvests. These practices influenced later European settlers' Thanksgiving traditions. \nThe first Thanksgiving in Canada was held in 1578 by Martin Frobisher\, an English explorer. He organized a ceremony in Newfoundland to give thanks for a safe journey during his search for the Northwest Passage. This was 43 years before the Pilgrims' Thanksgiving in 1621 in the United States\, making Canada's Thanksgiving one of the earliest recorded in North America. \nIn the early 17th century\, French settlers in New France (now Quebec) celebrated successful harvests with feasts and shared meals. These gatherings often included Indigenous peoples\, reflecting cooperation and mutual support in harsh conditions. \nThanksgiving was influenced by Protestant and Catholic traditions\, often tied to giving thanks to God for blessings and abundance. Harvest festivals in Europe also inspired Canadian Thanksgiving traditions. \nIn the 19th century\, Thanksgiving was celebrated irregularly and for different reasons\, such as military victories\, the end of epidemics\, or good harvests. \nIn 1879\, Canada declared Thanksgiving a national holiday. At the time\, it was celebrated in November. The date of Thanksgiving changed several times\, reflecting varying reasons for celebration and aligning with harvest seasons. It was celebrated on the same day as Remembrance Day in November until the holidays were separated. \nIn 1957\, Parliament declared Thanksgiving to be celebrated on the second Monday of October\, reflecting its harvest roots and aligning with Canada's agricultural cycle. The October date distinguishes Canadian Thanksgiving from the American Thanksgiving in November. \nOver time\, Thanksgiving evolved from a religious and harvest-focused holiday to a broader celebration of gratitude and family\, and it remains a time to appreciate blessings such as health\, family\, and abundance. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Thanksgiving Day in Canada\, people come together to celebrate gratitude and enjoy the harvest season. The day is often filled with family gatherings\, delicious meals\, and moments of reflection. \nAlthough there are regional and cultural variations\, the traditional Thanksgiving meal often includes roast turkey with stuffing\, mashed potatoes and gravy\, cranberry sauce\, and pumpkin pie for dessert. Families and friends gather for a shared meal\, often accompanied by expressions of gratitude. \nFor some Canadians\, Thanksgiving includes attending church services to give thanks for the year's blessings and the harvest. Churches and community centers may host meals or events open to all. \nMany people take advantage of the crisp autumn weather to go for walks\, hikes\, or drives to enjoy the stunning fall colors. Thanksgiving is also a chance to relax\, enjoy time with loved ones\, or take a short trip. \nLocal fairs\, pumpkin patches and apple-picking events are popular Thanksgiving weekend activities. \nMany towns hold local events\, including food drives and cultural performances. Thanksgiving is a time for giving back\, with many people donating food or volunteering at local food banks and shelters. Organizations host Thanksgiving dinners for those in need\, fostering a spirit of community and generosity. \nMore about Martin Frobisher\nMartin Frobisher (circa 1535–1594) was an English explorer and naval officer best known for his voyages in search of the Northwest Passage and his involvement in early Arctic exploration. His expeditions were among the first European attempts to navigate the Arctic and establish English presence in the region. \nFrobisher was born in 1535 in Yorkshire\, England\, and he was trained as a seaman at an early age\, gaining experience in navigation and maritime exploration. \nFrobisher undertook three voyages sponsored by the English Crown and private investors from 1576 to 1578\, seeking a navigable route through the Arctic to Asia. \nFirst Voyage (1576): Frobisher reached Baffin Island in today's Canada\, and he believed he discovered the Northwest Passage but instead found a bay\, later named Frobisher Bay. \nSecond Voyage (1577): With greater funding\, Frobisher returned to the Arctic\, bringing miners and laborers to extract the supposed gold ore. However\, he brought 200 tons of the ore back to England\, which turned out to be worthless. \nThird Voyage (1578): Frobisher returned with a fleet of 15 ships\, aiming to establish a colony and continue mining. However\, the settlement failed\, and the venture was abandoned due to the harsh Arctic conditions and disputes among the crew. \nFrobisher's voyages were among the first detailed European explorations of the Arctic. His expeditions paved the way for future attempts to discover the Northwest Passage. He claimed parts of the Arctic for England\, laying groundwork for future territorial claims. \nDuring his 1578 voyage\, Frobisher and his crew held a thanksgiving ceremony in Newfoundland after surviving their perilous journey. This is considered the first recorded Thanksgiving in North America\, predating the Pilgrims' Thanksgiving in the United States. \nFrobisher died in 1594 from wounds sustained during a naval engagement against Spanish forces. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/thanksgiving-day-canada/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Thanksgiving-Day-in-Canada.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014 DTSTAMP:20260428T105659 CREATED:20250421T014322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T014413Z UID:10000278-1760313600-1760399999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Puerto Rico Friendship Day DESCRIPTION:Puerto Rico Friendship Day is celebrated in the U.S. Virgin Islands. This holiday was officially established in 1964 to honor the cultural\, historical\, and familial ties between Puerto Ricans and Virgin Islanders. \nWhen is Puerto Rico Friendship Day?\nPuerto Rico Friendship Day is observed on the second Monday in October\, the same day as Columbus Day in the United States. \nThe following is the list of Puerto Rico Friendship Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 12\, 2020Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 11\, 2021Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 10\, 2022Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 09\, 2023Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 14\, 2024Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 13\, 2025Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 12\, 2026Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 11\, 2027Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 09\, 2028Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 08\, 2029Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 14\, 2030Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 13\, 2031Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 11\, 2032Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 10\, 2033Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 09\, 2034Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 08\, 2035Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 13\, 2036Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 12\, 2037Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 11\, 2038Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 10\, 2039Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 08\, 2040Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 14\, 2041Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 13\, 2042Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 12\, 2043Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 10\, 2044Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 09\, 2045Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 08\, 2046Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 14\, 2047Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 12\, 2048Monday \n \n Puerto Rico Friendship DayOct 11\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Puerto Rico Friendship Day?\nPuerto Rico Friendship Day honors the long-standing friendship and shared heritage between Puerto Ricans and Virgin Islanders\, especially on the island of St. Croix\, where many Puerto Ricans have lived and contributed for generations. \nIn the early 20th century\, Puerto Ricans migrated to the Virgin Islands\, especially to St. Croix\, to work in sugar plantations\, oil refineries\, and other industries. Over time\, they became deeply integrated into the Virgin Islands' society economically\, socially\, and politically. \nMany Puerto Rican families intermarried with Virgin Islanders\, helping to shape the modern cultural identity of the islands. \nRecognizing this significant contribution and the cultural closeness between the two island communities\, Governor Ralph M. Paiewonsky proclaimed the second Monday in October as Puerto Rico Friendship Day in 1964. \nIt was created to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Puerto Ricans living in the Virgin Islands\, particularly on St. Croix\, where a significant Puerto Rican population has resided for over a century. \nThe day serves as a symbol of Caribbean unity\, reflecting the values of friendship\, mutual respect\, and cultural collaboration. 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