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Halloween 2020

This year, Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, and coincides with a spooky full Moon! What is...
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Thanksgiving Day 2020

In the United States, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November—this year, on...
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Yom Kippur 2020

In 2020, Yom Kippur begins at sunset on September 27. Learn about the meaning behind Yom Kippur, as...
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Daylight Saving Time 2020: When Does the Time Change?

Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 1, 2020, at 2:00 A.M.  As we sleep, the clocks “fall...
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Autumnal Equinox 2020: The First Day of Fall

In 2020, the autumnal equinox—also called the September equinox or fall equinox—arrives on Tuesday...
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Rosh Hashanah 2020

Rosh Hashanah is the beginning of the year according to the traditional Jewish calendar. In 2020,...
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Grandparents Day 2020

Grandparents Day is always celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day. This year, that’s Sunday...
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When Is Election Day 2020?

In 2020, Election Day occurs on Tuesday, November 3. Are you registered to vote? Which states have...
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When Do the Seasons Start in 2020?

When do all of the four seasons—fall, winter, spring, and summer—start and end? Find your equinox...
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Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2020

Mercury’s last period of retrograde motion in 2020 lasts from October 14 to November 3! According...
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Diwali 2020: What Is Diwali?

Diwali is the Indian “festival of lights”—a holiday that celebrates the triumph of good over evil....
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Labor Day 2020

This year, Labor Day falls on Monday, September 7! Unlike many holidays, Labor Day doesn’t have...
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Winter Solstice 2020: The First Day of Winter

The winter solstice is Monday, December 21, 2020. This is the astronomical first day of winter in...
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The Dog Days of Summer

The “Dog Days” of summer last from July 3 to August 11. What are the Dog Days, exactly? The ancient...
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Canada Day 2020

O Canada! It’s time to celebrate Canada Day! Learn the history behind this national holiday,...
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Fourth of July 2020: Celebrate with History, Traditions, and Recipes

What is Independence Day (U.S.)? How did our founders envision our country’s celebration? Learn the...
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Summer Solstice 2020: The First Day of Summer

In 2020, the June solstice occurs on Saturday, June 20, marking the start of summer in the Northern...
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Father's Day 2020

Father’s Day 2020 is celebrated this Sunday, June 21. Ever wondered how Father’s Day came to be? It...
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Midsummer Day 2020: Why (and How) is Midsummer Celebrated?

Are you familiar with Midsummer Day (traditionally June 24)? Here’s why it is called “Midsummer,”...
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Memorial Day 2020

Memorial Day is Monday, May 25, 2020. Learn all about Memorial Day, including the true meaning of...
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Columbus Day 2020

Columbus Day occurs on the second Monday in October. This year, it will be observed on Monday,...
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Mother's Day 2020 | 10 Ways to Celebrate Mom

Mother’s Day is celebrated on May 10, 2020. This year, many of us are rethinking how to give extra...
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Earth Day 2020

This year, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. The...
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Ramadan 2020: When Is Ramadan?

The holy month of Ramadan begins in the evening of Thursday, April 23, 2020. Learn about how—and...
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Arbor Day 2020

Arbor Day 2020 occurs this year on Friday, April 24. Dedicate a tree to someone who is special to...
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May Day 2020: What is May Day?

May Day (May 1) is a holiday rich in history and folklore, celebrating the return of spring! As a...
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Why Is Friday the 13th Unlucky? | Origin of Friday the 13th

The next Friday the 13th is Friday, November 13, 2020. Why is this day often associated with bad...
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Passover 2020: When Does Passover Begin?

Passover 2020 begins at sundown on Wednesday, April 8. See more information on Passover dates,...
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When Is Easter 2020? | How the Easter Date is Determined

Easter 2020 will be observed on Sunday, April 12! Find out how the date of Easter is determined,...
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First Day of Spring 2020: The Spring Equinox

In 2020, the spring equinox (also called the March equinox or vernal equinox) occurs on Thursday,...
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St. Patrick's Day 2020

Saint Patrick’s Day is on Tuesday, March 17, this year! Who was Saint Patrick? Why are shamrocks a...
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Mardi Gras 2020 (Fat Tuesday)

Mardi Gras 2020 is Tuesday, February 25! Why do we celebrate Mardi Gras? Also called Shrove Tuesday...
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Valentine's Day 2020: What Is the Real Meaning of Valentine's Day?

What is the real story of Valentine’s Day? This ancient marking of agricultural and human fertility...
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Why Is 2020 a Leap Year?

2020 is a leap year! Find out why and what this means, and see when the next leap year will be....
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Groundhog Day 2020

Groundhog Day comes from our agricultural past and marks the halfway point to the spring equinox....
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Presidents' Day 2020

Presidents’ Day is Monday, February 17, 2020! Which presidents do we celebrate on Presidents’ Day?...
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Chinese New Year 2020: The Year of the Rat

The Chinese New Year—also referred to as the Spring Festival and the Lunar New Year globally—lands...
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New Year's Day 2020

Happy New Year!! Ever wondered why the new year starts on January 1? Is 2020 the start of a new...
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Hanukkah 2019

Hanukkah begins on Sunday, December 22, at sundown. Learn about Hanukkah history, customs, and a...
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Christmas Day 2019

Christmas occurs on a Wednesday this year. Discover why we celebrate Christmas Day on December 25,...
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2020

The third Monday in January is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the United States. Here is why we...
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Boxing Day 2019: What is Boxing Day?

Boxing Day is celebrated on December 26! Why is it called Boxing Day? And what, if anything, does...

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