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:20260422T074346 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:20251226 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251227 DTSTAMP:20260422T074346 CREATED:20241215T205146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T210449Z UID:10000064-1766707200-1766793599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Boxing Day DESCRIPTION:Boxing Day is a holiday celebrated after Christmas Day\, and it is a well-known holiday primarily celebrated in the United Kingdom and other countries that were part of the British Empire\, as well as in some European nations. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Boxing Day?\nThe History of Boxing Day?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\n\nWhen is Boxing Day?\nBoxing Day is celebrated on December 26\, the day after Christmas Day. This date is consistent across countries that observe the holiday\, such as the United Kingdom\, Canada\, Australia\, New Zealand\, and several other Commonwealth nations. The following is the list of Boxing Day. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2020Saturday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2021Sunday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2022Monday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2024Thursday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2025Friday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2026Saturday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2027Sunday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2029Wednesday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2030Thursday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2031Friday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2032Sunday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2033Monday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2035Wednesday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2036Friday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2037Saturday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2038Sunday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2039Monday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2040Wednesday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2041Thursday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2042Friday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2043Saturday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2044Monday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2046Wednesday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2047Thursday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2048Saturday \n \n Boxing DayDecember 26\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Boxing Day?\nThe history of Boxing Day is rooted in British tradition and has evolved over centuries. While the exact origins are not entirely clear\, several historical practices have contributed to its development. \nOne of the oldest traditions associated with Boxing Day involves the placement of alms boxes in churches during the Advent season. These boxes were used to collect donations for the poor. On the day after Christmas\, which is also the Feast of St. Stephen\, these boxes were opened and the contents distributed to the needy. \nIn more recent centuries\, particularly during the Victorian era\, Boxing Day became associated with the giving of "Christmas boxes" to service workers. This tradition involved masters and employers giving gifts or money to servants and other service workers in recognition of good service throughout the year. These boxes were given on the day after Christmas\, as this was typically the only day when servants were allowed to visit their families\, taking with them boxes of gifts from their employers. \nBoxing Day became an official holiday in England\, Wales\, and Ireland under the Bank Holidays Act of 1871. It was recognized as a day off for workers\, allowing them to celebrate the holiday with their families. \nToday\, the tradition of giving boxes to employees or those in service has largely faded. Instead\, Boxing Day has become known for being a time of relaxation and family gatherings. Boxing Day has also become a significant day for retail. In many countries\, it marks the start of post-Christmas sales. Stores offer large discounts\, attracting crowds of shoppers. \nIn many Commonwealth nations\, Boxing Day remains a public holiday\, and if it falls on a weekend\, the public holiday is usually moved to the next available weekday. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Boxing Day\, people engage in a variety of activities depending on their cultural background and personal preferences. Here are five common ways people celebrate this day: \n\nShopping: Boxing Day is known for its retail sales\, similar to Black Friday in the United States. Many people take advantage of post-Christmas discounts in stores and online. It's a popular day for shopping\, with retailers offering significant markdowns.\nFamily Gatherings: For many\, Boxing Day continues the Christmas celebration. It's often a time for family get-togethers\, especially for those who might have spent Christmas Day with their immediate family or working. These gatherings may include meals\, games\, and relaxing together.\nCharity: In keeping with the day's historical roots of giving\, some people participate in charitable activities. This might include volunteering\, donating to charity\, or acts of kindness towards others.\nRelaxation: Many people use Boxing Day as a time to relax. This can involve watching movies\, reading\, or simply enjoying a day off from work.\nEating Leftovers: A common tradition is eating leftovers from the Christmas Day feast. This often involves creating meals from the remaining turkey\, ham\, roast beef\, or other festive foods.\n\nThe way Boxing Day is celebrated can vary widely\, but it generally centers on relaxation\, enjoyment\, and spending time with family and friends after the busyness of Christmas. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/boxing-day/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/boxing-day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251226 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251227 DTSTAMP:20260422T074347 CREATED:20250630T045929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T185417Z UID:10000321-1766707200-1766793599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:St. Stephen's Day DESCRIPTION:St. Stephen's Day is a Christian feast day immediately following Christmas Day. It honors St. Stephen\, recognized as the first Christian martyr (also called the Protomartyr). \nWhen is St. Stephen's Day?\nSt. Stephen's Day is observed on December 26th following Christmas Day. \nThe following is the list of St. Stephen's Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2020Saturday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2021Sunday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2022Monday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2023Tuesday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2024Thursday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2025Friday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2026Saturday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2027Sunday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2028Tuesday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2029Wednesday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2030Thursday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2031Friday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2032Sunday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2033Monday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2034Tuesday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2035Wednesday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2036Friday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2037Saturday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2038Sunday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2039Monday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2040Wednesday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2041Thursday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2042Friday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2043Saturday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2044Monday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2045Tuesday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2046Wednesday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2047Thursday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2048Saturday \n \n St. Stephen's DayDec 26\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of St. Stephen's Day? \nSt. Stephen was one of the seven deacons appointed by the early Christian Church in Jerusalem to help care for the poor. He was known for his strong faith\, preaching\, and charity work. \nAround AD 34–35\, Stephen was put on trial before the Jewish council (Sanhedrin) for blasphemy\, as he preached that Jesus was the Messiah. \nHe was stoned to death\, making him the first person to die for their Christian faith. The Church began honoring Stephen soon after his death\, making him one of the earliest saints recognized by Christians. \nBy the 4th century\, December 26th was chosen as St. Stephen's Feast Day\, immediately following Christmas\, to celebrate Stephen's example of service and sacrifice. \nAs Christianity spread through Europe\, St. Stephen's Day became a public holiday in many countries. It became a time to honor those who serve others\, reflect on Christian charity\, and give to the poor\, following Stephen's example. 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