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:20251103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251104 DTSTAMP:20260422T043506 CREATED:20250915T034814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T034814Z UID:10000574-1762128000-1762214399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Marlborough Anniversary Day DESCRIPTION:Marlborough Anniversary Day began in 1859 with the creation of Marlborough Province after its separation from Nelson. Even though the provinces were abolished in 1876\, the holiday survived as a regional anniversary day. It continues as a symbol of regional identity and pride\, as well as a springtime holiday for residents. \nWhen is Marlborough Anniversary Day?\nMarlborough Anniversary Day is observed on the first Monday after Labour Day. \nThe following is the list of Marlborough Anniversary Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 02\, 2020Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 01\, 2021Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 31\, 2022Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 30\, 2023Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 04\, 2024Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 03\, 2025Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 02\, 2026Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 01\, 2027Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 30\, 2028Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 29\, 2029Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 04\, 2030Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 03\, 2031Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 01\, 2032Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 31\, 2033Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 30\, 2034Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 29\, 2035Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 03\, 2036Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 02\, 2037Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 01\, 2038Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 31\, 2039Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 29\, 2040Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 04\, 2041Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 03\, 2042Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 02\, 2043Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 31\, 2044Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 30\, 2045Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayOct 29\, 2046Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 04\, 2047Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 02\, 2048Monday \n \n Marlborough Anniversary DayNov 01\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Marlborough Anniversary Day?\nThe New Zealand Constitution Act 1852 divided the country into provinces\, each with its own government and an Anniversary Day to commemorate its founding. \nMarlborough Province was established in 1859\, when it separated from the Nelson Province. The split occurred largely because Marlborough settlers were unhappy that much of their land revenue was being spent in Nelson rather than locally. The new province gave Marlborough more control over its own resources and administration. \nThe provincial governments were abolished in 1876\, replaced by a centralized government and local councils. However\, the tradition of provincial anniversary holidays was retained\, keeping regional identity alive. \nMarlborough's actual provincial foundation date was in 1859\, but unlike some regions\, the anniversary is not celebrated on the exact date. Instead\, Marlborough Anniversary Day is observed on the first Monday after Labour Day (Labour Day falls on the fourth Monday in October). \nThis practical placement provides residents with a spring long weekend\, fitting in with New Zealand's pattern of using anniversary days for seasonal breaks. \nToday\, Marlborough Anniversary Day is a regional public holiday\, observed in the Marlborough District\, including towns such as Blenheim and Picton. It is mostly seen as a day for rest\, leisure\, and community activities\, rather than a strict commemoration of the 1859 founding. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/marlborough-anniversary-day/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Marlborough-Anniversary-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251104 DTSTAMP:20260422T043506 CREATED:20251017T032131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T032251Z UID:10000727-1762128000-1762214399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Culture Day (Japan) DESCRIPTION:Culture Day promotes the arts\, culture\, and academic achievement\, encouraging appreciation for creativity and peace. The date marks the anniversary of Japan's postwar constitution proclamation in 1946. Events include art exhibitions\, parades\, school performances and award ceremonies. \nWhen is Culture Day?\nCulture Day is celebrated in Japan on November 3 each year. \nThe following is the list of Culture Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2022Thursday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2023Friday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2024Sunday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2025Monday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2028Friday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2029Saturday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2030Sunday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2031Monday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2033Thursday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2034Friday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2035Saturday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2036Monday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2039Thursday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2040Saturday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2041Sunday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2042Monday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2044Thursday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2045Friday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2046Saturday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2047Sunday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Culture DayNov 03\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Culture Day?\nCulture Day\, known as Bunka no Hi (文化の日)\, is to promote culture\, the arts and academic achievement. Its origins are closely tied to Japan's modern history and the development of its postwar democracy. \nOriginally\, November 3 was observed as the birthday of Emperor Meiji (1852–1912). During his reign\, Japan underwent rapid modernization and Westernization\, becoming a major world power. Following his death\, the day was designated Meiji Setsu (明治節)\, or "Emperor Meiji's Festival"\, to honor his contributions to Japan's progress. \nAfter World War II\, Japan adopted a new constitution on November 3\, 1946\, which emphasized democracy\, peace and the rights of the people. To commemorate this new era\, the government reestablished the same date as Culture Day in 1948 under the postwar Public Holiday Law. \nThe modern Culture Day shifted the focus from imperial reverence to cultural celebration—encouraging appreciation for freedom\, peace\, and artistic expression. Each year\, the Order of Culture (Bunka Kunshō) is awarded by the Emperor at the Imperial Palace to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to Japanese culture\, science or the arts. \nToday\, the holiday features art exhibitions\, parades\, academic conferences\, and cultural festivals throughout Japan. It reflects both the spirit of the Meiji era's modernization and the democratic ideals enshrined in the 1947 Constitution\, symbolizing Japan's ongoing respect for creativity\, learning and cultural harmony. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/culture-day-japan/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Culture-Day-Japan.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR