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POSITIVE
IMPACT!
Tools for respecting differences
2016 CALENDAR
SEE INSIDE!
About this Calendar and Resource Guide
T
he Mountain States Region of the
Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
is proud to share our 2016 Positive
Impact! Calendar and Resource Guide
and hope you will take advantage of
the valuable resources within its pages.
After 12 years, with the support of our
generous sponsors featured throughout
the calendar, we are proud to continue
to send copies of this great resource
to schools, homes, businesses and
community and civic organizations across
Colorado and Wyoming.
The pages within provide an
opportunity for all of us to consider
the complexities of acting as an ally.
We often underestimate how difficult
it can be to confront bias, bullying and bigotry. Therefore, this year’s
calendar includes questions and suggestions to engage your neighbors,
co-workers, family, friends and the youth in your life about how to act as
an ally, considering safety concerns, the context and different strategies
to employ.
We must take notice of prevalent issues related to race and racism in
our nation today including, but not exclusive of, the strife following the
tragic hate crime at Charleston, South Carolina’s AME Church. We hope
the resource “Empowering Kids in the Aftermath of Hate” (November) will
help you to create explicit conversations with peers and with our youth to
discuss these complex issues. “Books Can Shape our World” (May) offers
another way to develop understanding and openness.
Lastly, we also have included extraordinary youth-created artwork.
ADL’s 2014-2015 No Place for Hate® student art contest winners created
vibrant and imaginative artwork at all grade levels by responding to our
theme “Imagine A World Without Hate.” Congratulations to the winners
and thank you to all the students that participated.
For over 73 years in the Mountain States Region, ADL has led the fight
to stop all forms of bigotry and prejudice through ADL’s mission, which has
been the same since its inception
in 1913 — to stop the defamation
of the Jewish people and to
secure justice and fair treatment
to all.
We are glad you have
joined ADL in this important
effort to create more inclusive
communities, classrooms and
workplaces by proactively
combating bias, bigotry and
bullying.
Neil Oberfeld
ADL Regional Board Chair
Scott L. Levin
ADL Regional Director
The Gill Foundation’s Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado
proudly supports the ADL and its No Place for Hate program.
For Colorado
A Program of the Gill Foundation
© 2016 Anti-Defamation League
January 2016
S U N M O N T U E S W E D T H U DECEMBER 2015
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No Place for Hate® Student Art Contest Winner
Middle School First Place Winner — Ismael J., 7th grade, J Evans IB Middle School
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“Every time someone gives you a formula for what
you should be and what you should do, you should know
they’re giving you a pair of handcuffs.” —Junot Díaz
¿Está listo para
Are You Ready to
ser un ALIADO?
Be An ALLY?
W
A
find other allies
e often get messages that we need to do our part to be an ally. The reality
is that it’s not always easy to know when and how to get involved. Here are
some things to consider:
What are your goals? Why are you getting involved? Keep three goals in mind:
• De-escalate the situation: Get it to stop or cool off.
• Support the target.
• Keep yourself and others safe from harm.
Are you prepared? Hopefully your involvement will have positive results, but it
could lead to retaliation or an angry response. Consider the following:
• Are you prepared to stand up for what you believe is right and hold your
ground?
• Are there others who will support your actions?
• Do you know what to do if you become the target?
• Are you capable of handling fallout, such as loss of friendship or hurtful
comments?
What can you do? Once you decide to get involved, you have options:
• Support the target: get the target to a safe space; ask if they’re okay; offer
solutions; go with them to get help.
• Find other allies: enlist others to take action with you; there is strength in
numbers.
• Interrupt the cycle: refuse to forward/ laugh at/
“like” hurtful messages.
• Confront the situation: make a strong statement to
put an immediate stop to the bullying; challenge
intentions; express how it feels; or point out consequences.
From “Are you ready to be an ally?” For more information,
visit www.adl.org/combatbullying
menudo recibimos mensajes que nos dicen que necesitamos hacer nuestra
parte para ser aliados. La realidad es que no siempre es fácil saber cuándo
y cómo involucrarse. Algunas cosas para tener en cuenta:
¿Cuáles son sus metas? ¿Por qué se está involucrando? Tenga presentes tres
metas:
• Reduzca la intensidad de la situación: Deténgala o apacigue los ánimos.
• Apoye a la persona objeto de intimidación.
• Manténgase a sí mismo y a otros fuera de peligro.
¿Está preparado? Con suerte su implicación tendrá resultados positivos, pero
podría llevar a venganzas o una furiosa respuesta. Considere lo siguiente:
• ¿Está preparado para defender lo que cree que es correcto y para mantener
su posición?
• ¿Hay otros que apoyarán sus acciones?
• ¿Sabe qué hacer si se convierte en el blanco?
• ¿Es capaz de manejar las consecuencias, tales como pérdida de la amistad o
recibir comentarios hirientes?
¿Qué puede hacer? Una vez decida involucrarse, usted tiene opciones:
• Apoye a la persona que es objeto de intimidación: lleve la a un lugar seguro;
pregúntele si está bien; ofrezca soluciones; acompáñela a buscar ayuda.
• Encuentre otros aliados: reclute a otros para que actúen con usted; la unión
hace la fuerza.
• Interrumpa el ciclo: rehúsese a reenviar/reírse de/darle “me gusta” a
mensajes hirientes.
• Enfrente la situación: haga una declaración fuerte para poner fin inmediato
a la intimidación; desafíe las intenciones; exprese cómo se siente o señale las
consecuencias.
De “¿Está listo para ser un ALIADO?” Para más información, visite
www.adl.org/combatbullying
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MARCH 2016
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—Amy Tan
No Place for Hate® Student Art Contest Winner
Middle School Runner Up — Angel P., 8th grade, J Evans IB Middle School
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The Arapahoe High School Community Fund Honoring Claire Davis
© 2016 Anti-Defamation League
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Books can shape our world.
What have you read lately?
Los libros pueden dar forma a
nuestro mundo. ¿Qué ha leído últimamente?
B
ooks are a powerful and accessible way to bring up topics such as
bias, bullying, identity, culture/heritage, the Holocaust, and more
with youth. Books have the power to instill empathy, affirm, teach,
transport and inspire action. What book has inspired you?
Empathy: Books can foster empathy and understanding of other people
and cultures. When children are exposed to other people’s stories, their
motivations and feelings, they begin to connect with others on an
emotional level, which is foundational for bridging differences.
Self-Reflection: “Mirror” books provide affirmation to youth about
their lives, their experiences, communities, feelings and more.
Positive identity development is crucial during childhood. Choose
books with diverse characters and experiences to ensure all children
are represented.
Teach & Transport: “Window” books teach children about aspects of
life that may be unfamiliar. Poignant words and illustrations transport
children into new realms, shedding light on and helping children gain
comfort with differences.
Action: Books create ideas. When children are faced with challenges,
it can be difficult for them to know what to do. Books often resonate in
ways nothing else does. As youth look for strategies to deal with teasing,
bullying, bias and discrimination, books can help them learn how to
advocate for themselves or how to be an ally to others. Stories about
people who stand up to prejudice and injustice can inspire children to
see themselves in others who have fought for justice.
For a bibliography of books, visit “Books Matter” at www.adl.org
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os libros son una poderosa y accesible forma de tratar con los jóvenes
asuntos tales como el prejuicio, la intimidación, la identidad, la cultura/
herencia, el Holocausto y otros muchos temas. Los libros tienen el poder de
infundir empatía, afirmar, enseñar, transportar e inspirar a la acción. ¿Qué
libro le ha inspirado?
Empatía: Los libros pueden fomentar la empatía y el entendimiento de otras
gentes y culturas. Cuando los niños entran en contacto con las historias de
otros, con sus motivaciones y sentimientos, comienzan a conectarse con
ellos en un nivel emocional que es fundamental para superar las diferencias.
Introspección: Los libros “espejo” proporcionan a la juventud seguridad sobre
sus vidas, sus experiencias, comunidades, sentimientos y más. El desarrollo
positivo de la identidad es crucial durante la niñez. Elija libros con personajes y
experiencias diversas para garantizar que todos los niños estén representados.
Enseñar y transportar: Los libros “ventana” enseñan a los niños sobre
aspectos de la vida que pueden ser desconocidos para ellos. Las palabras y
las ilustraciones conmovedoras transportan a los niños a nuevos mundos,
aclarándoles y ayudándoles a sentirse cómodos con las diferencias.
Acción: Los libros crean ideas. Cuando los niños enfrentan desafíos, puede
ser difícil para ellos saber qué hacer. Los libros a menudo resuenan como
ninguna otra cosa. Cuando la juventud busca estrategias para enfrentar
las bromas, intimidación, prejuicio y discriminación, los libros pueden
ayudarles a aprender cómo defenderse a sí mismos o cómo ser aliados de
otros. Las historias sobre personas que enfrentan el prejuicio y la injusticia
pueden inspirar a los niños a verse a sí mismos en otros que han luchado por
la justicia.
Para la bibliografia sobre libros, visite “Books Matter/Los Libros Si
Importan” en www.adl.org
Elisa Moran and Gary Kleiman
© 2016 Anti-Defamation League
MAY 2016
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“Every single soul
is a poem.”
—Michael Franti
No Place for Hate® Student Art Contest Winner
Upper Elementary School First Place Winner — Mauricio L., 4th grade, Madison Elementary School
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FATHER’S DAY
SUMMER SOLSTICE
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“Service is the rent
that you pay for
room on this earth.”
—Shirley Chisholm
ALL SAINTS DAY
Eastern Christian
BE AN ALLY!
¡SEA UN ALIADO!
Take Action. Stop Bullying.
Actúe. Ponga fin a la intimidación.
1. Support targets, whether you know them or not. Show compassion
and encouragement to those who are targets. Let them know they aren’t
alone.
2. Don’t participate. Do not respond, applaud, “like” or share. By refusing
to join in, you send a message that bias and bullying are unacceptable.
3. Tell aggressors to stop. If it feels safe, tell the person behaving badly to
cut it out. Let them know immediately or later during a private moment.
4. Be a role model. True allyship is an action, not a label. How do you
model respect? Are you positive, negative or supportive of others? Do you
gossip? Consider your language in all aspects of your life, including online.
be a role model
H
ave you had a conversation with youth in your life about what it means
to be an ally? Try these simple strategies to discuss how to be an ally
to targets of name-calling, bullying and bias. Remember to always ensure
safety is considered first when deciding the best way to respond.
5. Be aware of how you judge others. Appreciate people for who they
are and don’t judge them based on appearance. Get to know people who
seem different from you and learn from their perspective.
6. Engage in activism. Many are fighting back with organized efforts
to confront bias and bullying, such as asking school administrators how
they are upholding a school’s anti-bullying policy; starting their own
social media campaign; involving people from across social circles; and
educating others.
For more information, visit www.adl.org/combatbullying
¿H
a sostenido una conversación con los jóvenes en su vida sobre lo que
significa ser un aliado? Ensaye estas sencillas estrategias para discutir cómo
ser un aliado de quienes son objeto de burlas, intimidación y prejuicios. Recuerde
— asegúrese siempre de que la situación es segura al decidir la mejor manera de
responder.
1. Apoye a quien es objeto de intimidación, sin importar si lo/la conoce o no.
Demuestre compasión y dé ánimo a quienes son blanco de otros. Hágales saber que
no están solos.
2. No participe. No responda, aplauda, de “me gusta” o comparta. Al rehusarse a
participar, usted envía el mensaje de que el prejuicio y la intimidación son inaceptables.
3. Pida a los agresores que dejen de hacerlo. Si se siente seguro, diga a la persona
que se comporta mal que deje de hacerlo. Hable con ellos inmediatamente o más
adelante en un momento de privacidad.
4. Sea un modelo de comportamiento. Ser un verdadero aliado es una acción, no una
etiqueta. ¿Cómo se gana el respeto? ¿Es usted positivo, negativo o apoya a otros? ¿Es
chismoso? Sea consciente de su lenguaje en todos los aspectos de su vida, incluso en línea.
5. Sea consciente de la forma en que juzga a otros. Aprecie a las personas por
quiénes son y no las juzgue por su aspecto. Familiarícese con personas que parecen
diferentes a usted y aprende de su perspectiva.
6. Dedíquese al activismo. Muchos están luchando con esfuerzos organizados para
enfrentar el prejuicio y la intimidación, por ejemplo preguntando a los administradores de la escuela cómo están apoyando la política escolar contra la intimidación;
iniciando su propia campaña en los medios sociales; involucrando personas de
diversos círculos sociales y educando a otros.
Para más información, visite www.adl.org/combatbullying
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JULY 2016
S U N M O N T U E S W E D T H U “Yesterday I was clever,
so I wanted to change the
world. Today I am wise, so
I am changing myself.”
—Rumi
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“Emancipate
yourselves from
mental slavery.
None but ourselves
can free our minds.”
—Bob Marley
S A T
Creating a Culture of
Crear una cultura de
responsible reporting
denuncia responsable
From a young age, adults send mixed messages, asking youth not to
“tattle,” while also saying they should report bullying or hurtful behavior.
This can be confusing and reinforces a culture of not reporting. One idea
is to explain: “tattling”/ “snitching” is when you tell on someone to get
them INTO trouble, while reporting is when you tell to get someone OUT
of trouble.
In order to create a safe place for youth to report bullying or cruel
behavior, consider:
• What systems can be put into practice that would encourage youth
to report harmful behavior?
• How might adults react or follow-up when a bullying incident is
reported so youth feel that reporting had a positive outcome for them?
• How and to whom can youth communicate their ideas about
responsible reporting so that these ideas are heard and taken
seriously?
For more information, visit www.adl.org/combatbullying
reporting isn’t tattling
B
eing an ally is not as easy as it looks. Simply asking our youth to
“stand up” or to tell an adult about incidences of bias or bullying isn’t
always enough. It’s critical to understand the challenges of reporting
from their point of view. Research tells us that many youth choose not to
involve adults when they witness bullying or cruel behavior for a variety
of reasons, such as:
• Not wanting to be a “snitch”;
• Afraid of retaliation/social isolation;
• Initially dismiss the problem as minor;
• Aren’t sure who to tell;
• Concerned involving an adult won’t actually improve the situation.
S
er aliado no es tan fácil como parece. Pedirles a nuestros jóvenes que
“enfrenten” o informen a un adulto sobre incidentes de prejuicios o intimidación no siempre es suficiente. Es de vital importancia entender —desde el punto
de vista de ellos— los desafíos de denunciar algo. Las investigaciones nos dicen
que muchos jóvenes elijen no involucrar adultos cuando son testigos de intimidaciones o comportamientos crueles por una variedad de motivos, entre ellos:
• No querer ser el “soplón”;
• Miedo a venganzas/aislamiento social;
• Inicialmente descartan el problema como algo de poca importancia
• No están seguros de a quién informar;
• Les preocupa que la participación de un adulto realmente no mejore la
situación.
Desde muy jóvenes, los adultos les envían mensajes contradictorios pidiéndoles
que no “sean acusetas” y también que deben denunciar la intimidación o los
comportamientos hirientes. Eso puede ser confuso y refuerza una cultura de la no
denuncia. Una opción es explicarles que “ser acusetas”/“soplón” es cuando uno
acusa a alguien para ponerlo EN apuros. Mientras que la denuncia, es cuando
usted informa para SACAR a alguien del apuro.
Con el fin de crear un lugar seguro para que la juventud denuncie la intimidación
y los comportamientos crueles, tenga en cuenta:
• ¿Qué sistemas se podrían implementar para animar a la juventud a denunciar
los comportamientos hirientes?
• ¿Cómo pueden los adultos reaccionar o hacer seguimiento cuando se denuncia
un incidente de intimidación, de manera que los jóvenes sientan que la
denuncia tiene un resultado positivo para ellos?
• ¿Cómo y a quién puede la juventud comunicar sus ideas sobre la denuncia
responsable, de manera que dichas ideas sean escuchadas y tomadas en serio?
Para más información, visite www.adl.org/combatbullying
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SEPTEMBER 2016
S U N M O N T U E S W E D T H U AUGUST 2016
“If you do not tell the truth
about yourself you cannot
tell it about other people.”
—Virginia Woolf
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S U N M O N T U E S W E D T H U ““I try to teach through my opinions, through my
speeches, how wrong it is to judge people on the basis
of what they look like, the color of their skin, whether
they’re men or women.” —Ruth Bader Ginsburg
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PEOPLE’S DAY
(Native
American Day)
COMING OUT DAY
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HALLOWEEN
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“Community action is as valuable a
principle on the international level as
it has been domestically.” —Barney Frank
S A T
Empowering Kids
in the Aftermath of Hate
Fortalecer a los niños
tras las secuelas del odio
A
The skills needed to dialogue effectively with children change as they grow.
Each child develops differently and at their own pace. Consider these
guidelines that are consistent regardless of age:
• Treat all questions with respect and seriousness, no matter how difficult
they may seem to you. Do not shush, ignore or dismiss them and actively
listen.
• Clarify the question, so that you understand what is being asked and why.
• Answer questions as clearly and honestly as you can, using age-appropriate language and definitions.
• Don’t be afraid of mistakes. Correct yourself if you give a “wrong” or
incomplete answer.
• Be alert to signs of upset, including withdrawal, lack of interest, acting
out, fear of school or other activities.
• Point out stereotypes on television or in a book and explain why it is
unfair to stereotype.
• Take appropriate action against prejudice and discrimination. Youth need
to know that discriminatory behavior is unacceptable.
From “Empowering Kids in the Aftermath of Hate.” For more information,
visit www.adl.org/education-outreach
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actively listen
s parents and adult family members, we cannot assume that children
are unaware of what is happening in their communities or the world
around them. We need to ensure our children have opportunities to express
their feelings, ask questions for understanding and to channel their feelings
into positive actions in their own lives and communities.
How can we begin and continue conversations about terror and violence
with children? What can we say or do to help our children feel safe?
omo padres y miembros adultos de la familia, no podemos asumir que los
niños no son conscientes de lo que sucede en sus comunidades o el mundo
a su alrededor. Tenemos que asegurarnos de que nuestros niños y niñas tengan
oportunidad de expresar sus sentimientos, hacer preguntas para entender
y encauzar sus sentimientos en acciones positivas para sus propias vidas y
comunidades.
¿Cómo podemos comenzar y continuar las conversaciones sobre el terror y la
violencia con los niños? ¿Qué podemos decir o hacer para que nuestros niños se
sientan seguros?
Las habilidades necesarias para dialogar efectivamente con los niños cambian a
medida que ellos crecen. Cada niño se desarrolla de forma diferente y a su propio
ritmo. Tenga en cuenta estas pautas que son consistentes sin importar la edad:
• Trate todas las preguntas con respecto y seriedad, sin importar qué tan
difíciles le parezcan. No las omita, ignore o descarte y escuche activamente.
• Clarifique la pregunta, de modo que entienda lo que le están preguntando y
porqué.
• Conteste las preguntas tan clara y honestamente como pueda, utilizando un
lenguaje y definiciones apropiadas a la edad del niño.
• No le tema a los errores. Corríjase si da una respuesta “incorrecta” o
incompleta.
• Esté alerta a las señales de malestar, incluyendo aislamiento, falta de
interés, mal comportamiento, miedo a ir a la escuela u otras actividades.
• Señale los estereotipos en la televisión o en un libro y explique porqué es
injusto estereotipar.
• Tome medidas apropiadas contra el prejuicio y la discriminación. Los jóvenes
tienen que saber que el comportamiento discriminatorio no es aceptable.
De “Fortalecer a los niños tras las secuelas del odio”. Para más información,
visite www.adl.org/education-outreach
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NOVEMBER 2016
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INTERNATIONAL
DAY FOR
TOLERANCE
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DEV JI’S BIRTHDAY
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“Everyone needs a strong sense of
self. It is our base of operations for
everything that we do in life.”
—Julia Alvarez
ADVENT
Christian
Creating Culture with NO PLACE FOR HATE ®
H
ow does a positive school culture happen in a school? There are many ways, but it starts with being intentional
about your goals and specific with your actions.
ADL’s No Place for Hate® Initiative provides a unique framework for schools to incorporate new and existing
programs with one consistent message. It is designed to rally the entire school around the goal of stopping all forms
of bias and bullying.
The No Place for Hate® Initiative is a year-long program, often student-led, with actively engaged adults, who
work together to create community language, activities and opportunities to help your school foster a culture of
respect and create a safe, bully-free learning environment for students at all grade levels.
What’s the first step to get my school involved?
• Register your school online: www.adl.org/noplaceforhatedenver.
Throughout the school year, resource materials and support from
ADL staff will be made available.
““I think it was just the chance
for kids to feel that they all
belong here. I had a real sense of
community from our activities.”
—Educator
What are the other requirements for my school to be designated
Wheeling Elementary School’s 2014-15
No Place for Hate® Coalition in Aurora, CO
No Place for Hate®?
• Create a coalition to oversee the implementation of your school’s anti-bias
programs and projects.
• Engage your whole school in signing ADL’s Resolution of Respect and
display it in your school.
• Complete three or more anti-bullying/diversity education activities within
one school year. Visit ADL’s website, denver.adl.org, for a complete list of
101 Ways To Make A Positive Impact in Your Community.
• Participate in one of the A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE® Institute training
programs (programs designed for 30-35 student or 30-40 adult particiDurango High School, Durango, CO — involved with No Place
pants).
for Hate® for 8 consecutive years including 2015-2016
• Document all steps and activities by submitting the necessary forms to ADL,
and receive a No Place for Hate® banner from ADL!
The schools that benefit most from this Initiative make it visible and incorporate its message of respect into
the fabric of daily school life and school culture. No Place for Hate® becomes, as one teacher describes, “the way
we do things here.”
For more information about No Place for Hate® visit: www.adl.org/noplaceforhatedenver
or contact ADL’s office at 303-830-7177.
© 2016 Anti-Defamation League
DECEMBER 2016
S U N M O N T U E S W E D T H U “The ties that bind us
are stronger than the
occasional stresses
that separate us.”
— Colin Powell
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“A life is not
important
except in the
impact it has on
other lives.”
—Jackie Robinson
S A T
Calendar of OBSERVANCES
T
he increasingly pluralistic population of the
United States creates diverse communities,
student bodies and employees. To enhance
mutual understanding and respect among the
various religious, ethnic and cultural groups, the
Anti-Defamation League offers this Calendar of
Observances as a tool to increase awareness
and sensitivity about religious obligations as well
as ethnic and cultural festivities that may affect
students, colleagues and neighbors.
The calendar includes significant multi-faith
religious observances of the major faiths
represented in the United States. Thus, it can
be used as a resource when planning school
exam timetables and school activities, or when
scheduling workplace festivities and community
events. In addition, the calendar notes U.S.
holidays that are either legal holidays or observed
in various states and communities throughout
the country. A third component is the inclusion of
important national and international observances
that may be commemorated in the U.S.
The dates of secular holidays are based on
the Gregorian calendar, which is commonly
used for civil dating purposes. Many religions
and cultures follow various traditional calendar
systems that are often based on the phases of
the moon with occasional adjustments for the
solar cycle. Therefore, specific Gregorian calendar
dates for these observances will differ from year
to year. In addition, calculation of specific dates
may vary by geographical location and according
to different sects within a given religion.
Bahá’i, Jewish and Islamic holidays begin at
sundown the previous day and end at sundown
on the date listed.
ADA (AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES
ACT) DAY • Commemorates the 1990
signing of the Americans with Disabilities
Act, which guarantees equal opportunity
for people with disabilities.
ADVENT (Christian) • Advent is a season
of spiritual preparation in observance of
the birth of Jesus. In Western Christianity, it starts on the fourth Sunday before
Christmas. In Eastern Christianity, the
season is longer and begins in the middle
of November.
ALL SAINTS DAY (Eastern Christian) •
In Orthodox churches observed on the first
Sunday after Pentecost, it commemorates
all known and unknown Christian saints.
ALL SAINTS’ DAY (Western Christian) •
Commemorates all known and unknown
Christian saints. Eastern Christianity observes it on the first Sunday after
Pentecost.
ALL SOULS’ DAY (Christian) • Commemoration of all faithful Christians who are now
dead. In Mexican tradition it is celebrated
as Dia de los Muertos between October
31 and November 2, and is an occasion to
remember dead ancestors and celebrate
the continuity of life.
ANNE FRANK DAY • Birthday of young
Jewish girl whose diary describes her
family’s experiences hiding from the Nazis
through assistance of gentile friends.
AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK •
Celebrates public education and honors
individuals who are making a difference in
ensuring every child in the U.S. receives a
quality education.
ARMENIAN MARTYRS’ DAY •
Memorializes the extermination of some
1.5 million Armenians between 1915 and
1923 in Turkey.
ASCENSION DAY (Christian) • Celebrated
40 days after Easter/Pascha, it commemorates the ascension of Jesus into Heaven.
ASCENSION OF BAHÁ’U’LLÁH (Bahá’í) •
Observance of the anniversary of the
death in exile of Bahá’u’lláh, the prophetfounder of the Bahá’í Faith.
ASH WEDNESDAY (Western Christian) •
The first day of Lent for Western Christian
churches, a 40-day period of spiritual
preparation for Easter, not counting
Sundays.
ASHURA (Islamic) • A day of fasting
observed on the 10th day of the month
of Muharram to celebrate Moses’
exodus from Egypt. For Shi’a Muslims,
it also marks the climax of the ten-day
Remembrance of Muharram, which
mourns the martyrdom of Hussein at the
Battle of Kerbala in 680 CE.
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE
MONTH • Recognizes the contributions
and celebrates the culture of Asians and
Pacific Islanders in the United States.
AUTUMNAL EQUINOX • The date when
night and day are nearly of the same
length. It marks the first day of fall.
AYYÁM-I-HA OR INTERCALARY DAYS
(Bahá’í) • The Ayyám-i-ha, or “Days of Ha,”
are devoted to spiritual preparation for
the fast, celebrating, hospitality, charity
and gift giving. They are celebrated the
four days, five in leap year, before the last
month of the Bahá’í year.
BANDI-CHHOR DIWAS (Sikh) •
A commemorative occasion having no
fixed date which occurs in October or
November and celebrates the release of
the Sixth Guru Har Gobind Sahib from
imprisonment and coincides with Diwali,
the Hindu festival of lights.
BILL OF RIGHTS DAY • Commemorates
the signing into law of the ten original
amendments of the United States Constitution in 1791.
BIRTH OF BAHÁ’U’LLÁH (Bahá’í) •
Observance of the anniversary of the birth
in 1817 of Bahá’u’lláh, prophet-founder of
the Bahá’í Faith, in Núr, Persia.
BIRTH OF THE BÁB (Bahá’í) • Bahá’í
observance of the anniversary of the birth
in 1819 of Siyyid, “the Báb,” the prophetherald of the Bahá’í Faith, in Shíráz, Persia.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH • Celebrates
Black History and African American culture
in the United States.
BODHI DAY (Buddhist) • Also known
as Rohatsu, it observes the spiritual
awakening (bodhi) of founder Siddharta
Gautama, the Buddha, ca. 596 BCE.
Celebrated on the eigth day either of
December or the 12th month of the lunar
calendar.
BUDDHA DAY (Buddhist) • Also known
as Vesak or Visakha Puja, it marks the
occasion of the birth, spiritual awakening
and death of the historical Buddha.
CESAR CHAVEZ DAY • Honors Mexican
American farm worker, labor leader and
activist Cesar Chavez (1927–1993), who
was a nationally respected voice for social
justice.
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CHANUKAH (Jewish) • Eight-day “Festival
of Lights,” celebrating the rededication of
the Temple to the service of God in 164 BCE.
Commemorates the victory of the Maccabees
over the Greek King, Antiochus, who sought to
suppress freedom of worship.
CHRISTMAS (Armenian Orthodox Christian) •
Armenian Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus
on Epiphany, except for Armenians living in
Israel, who celebrate Christmas on January 19th.
CHRISTMAS (Eastern Christian) •
Most Orthodox churches celebrate Christmas
13 days later than other Christian churches
based on their use of the Julian rather than the
Gregorian version of the Western calendar.
CHRISTMAS (Western Christian) •
Commemorates the birth of Jesus.
CINCO DE MAYO • In 1862 Mexican forces
defeated French occupational forces in the
Battle of Puebla.
CLEAN MONDAY (Eastern Christian) •
The beginning of Great Lent for Eastern
Christian churches, which starts 40 days before
Orthodox Easter (Pascha), counting Sundays.
DAY OF THE COVENANT (Bahá’í) •
Day of the Covenant is a festival observed to
commemorate Bahá’u’lláh’s appointment of
His son, Abdu’l-Baha, as His successor.
DECLARATION OF THE BAB (Bahá’í) •
Commemoration of May 23, 1844, when the
Báb, the prophet-herald of the Bahá’í Faith,
announced in Shíráz, Persia, that he was the
herald of a new messenger of God.
DHARMA DAY (Buddhist) • Also known as
Asala Puja, it commemorates the historical
Buddha’s first discourse following his spiritual
awakening.
DIWALI (Hindu) • Also called Deepavali,
“Festival of Lights,” it celebrates the victory
of good over evil, light over darkness, and
knowledge over ignorance.
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.’S BIRTHDAY •
The birthday of civil rights activist Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr. is celebrated on the third
Monday in January.
EASTER (Christian) • Known as Pascha in
Eastern Christianity; celebrates the resurrection of Jesus.
COMING OUT DAY • Encourages honesty and
openness about being lesbian, gay, bisexual
or transgender. Commemorates October 11,
1987, when 500,000 people marched on
Washington, DC, for gay and lesbian equality.
EID AL-ADHA (Islamic) • The “Feast of
Sacrifice” concludes the Hajj (pilgrimage to
Mecca), and is a three-day festival recalling
Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in
obedience to God.
CONSTITUTION DAY AND CITIZENSHIP DAY •
Commemorates the ratification of the United
States Constitution in 1787. Also honors all
who have become U.S. citizens.
EID AL-FITR (Islamic) • The “Feast of the
Breaking of the Fast” marks the end of
Ramadan, the holy month of fasting from
dawn until dusk. Date listed is according to the
moonsighting calendar.
DASSERA (Hindu) • Anniversary of the day
when Rama killed the evil demon Ravana. Also
known as Durga Puja, which celebrates the
goddess Durga.
DAY OF SILENCE • Students take a day-long
vow of silence to protest the actual silencing of
lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT)
students and their straight allies due to bias
and harassment.
ELECTION DAY • A day set by U.S. law for the
election of public officials.
EPIPHANY (Christian) • Known as Theophany
in Eastern Christianity, it celebrates the manifestation of Jesus as Christ. In addition, the
Western Church associates Epiphany with the
journey of the Magi to the infant Jesus, and
the Eastern Church with the baptism of Jesus
by John.
FATHER’S DAY • Children of all ages show
appreciation for their fathers.
FESTIVAL OF RIDVÁN (Bahá’í ) • Annual
festival commemorating the 12 days when
Bahá’u’lláh, the prophet-founder of the
Bahá’í Faith, resided in a garden called Ridván
(Paradise) and publicly proclaimed His mission
as God’s messenger for this age. The first
(April 21), ninth (April 29), and twelfth (May 2)
days are celebrated as holy days when Baha’is
suspend work.
FLAG DAY • Anniversary of the adoption of the
Unites States flag by Congress in 1777.
GANESH CHATURTHI (Hindu) • Celebrates the
birthday of Ganesha, the elephant-deity.
GOOD FRIDAY (Christian) • Observed the
Friday before Easter, it commemorates the
Crucifixion of Jesus. Known as Holy Friday in
Eastern Christianity.
GUR-GADDI GURU GRANTH SAHIB (Sikh) •
Since 1708, Sikhs have accepted Sri Guru
Granth Sahib as their eternal Guru that holds
the spirit of all Ten Gurus of the Sikhs. They
consider Guru Granth Sahib to be a spiritual
guide not only for Sikhs but for all of mankind;
it plays a central role in guiding the Sikhs’ way
of life.
GURU GOBIND SINGH JI’S BIRTHDAY (Sikh) •
Guru Gobind Singh was the Tenth Guru of the
Sikhs who initiated the Sikhs as the Khalsa (the
pure ones) and is known as the Father of the
Khalsa.
GURU NANAK DEV JI’S BIRTHDAY (Sikh) •
A very important holiday in the Sikh faith as
Guru Nanak Dev’s was the First Guru of the
Sikhs and the Founder of Sikhism. He was born
in mid-November; the holiday is celebrated
according to the lunar date.
HALLOWEEN • The eve of All Saints’ Day.
HOLI (Hindu) • Also called Holaka or Phagwa,
this festival celebrates spring and commemorates various events in Hindu mythology.
HOLLA MOHALLA (Sikh) • An annual martial
arts parade historically coinciding with Holi, the
Hindu festival of colors. Celebrations related to
Holla Mohalla may be held in various locations
over several weekends preceding the actual
date of the holiday.
HOLY FRIDAY (Eastern Christian) • Observed
the Friday before Pascha, it commemorates
the Crucifixion of Jesus. Known as Good Friday
in Western Christianity.
HOLY THURSDAY (Eastern Christian) •
Celebrated on the Thursday before Pascha
commemorating the Last Supper, at which
Jesus and the Apostles were together for the
last time before the Crucifixion.
HOLY THURSDAY (Western Christian) •
Also known as Maundy Thursday, it is
celebrated on the Thursday before Easter
commemorating the Last Supper, at which
Jesus and the Apostles were together for the
last time before the Crucifixion.
HUMAN RIGHTS DAY • On this day in 1948 the
United Nations General Assembly adopted the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
INDEPENDENCE DAY • Anniversary of the United
States Declaration of Independence in 1776.
INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY (Native American
Day) • Celebrates and honors Native American
history and culture. The second Monday
of October is also marked as a U.S. federal
holiday, Columbus Day. Many people are
opposed to the celebration of a man who led
and committed atrocities against Indigenous
people. Some states and cities in the U.S.
have officially changed the day to Indigenous
People’s Day. Similarly, it is celebrated as Día de
la Raza, “Day of the Race,” in Spanish-speaking
countries and communities.
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION
OF RACIAL DISCRIMINATION • Call to action
to eliminate all forms of racial discrimination
worldwide.
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INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ERADICATION
OF POVERTY • Call to action for the
eradication of poverty and destitution
worldwide.
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE
REMEMBRANCE OF THE SLAVE TRADE AND
ITS ABOLITION • Memorializes the tragedy
of the transatlantic slave trade, coinciding
with the anniversary of the uprising in Santo
Domingo (today Haiti and the Dominican
Republic) that initiated its abolition.
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR TOLERANCE •
Emphasizes the dangers of intolerance and is
a call to action for the advancement of human
welfare, freedom and progress everywhere, as
well as a day to encourage tolerance, respect,
dialogue and cooperation among different
cultures and peoples.
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF DISABLED PERSONS •
Raises awareness about persons with
disabilities in order to improve their lives and
provide them with equal opportunity.
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE WORLD’S
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES • Celebrates
the richness of indigenous cultures and
recognizes the challenges indigenous peoples
face today, ranging from poverty and disease
to dispossession, discrimination and denial of
basic human rights.
INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY •
Call to action for universal literacy.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY •
Celebration of the economic, political and
social achievements of women worldwide.
INTERNATIONAL WORKER’S DAY •
Also known as May Day, it celebrates the
social and economic achievements of workers
worldwide. The day commemorates the
Haymarket Riot of 1886 in Chicago, in which
police and protesters clashed following a
workers’ strike for an eight-hour work day.
INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY • Celebrates
young people and the integral role they play in
helping to create a world fit for children.
JUNETEENTH • Originally commemorating the
announcement of the abolition of slavery in
Texas in 1865, it is now celebrated throughout
the U.S. to honor African-American freedom
and achievement.
MAGHA PUJA (Buddhist) • Also known
as Sangha Day, it commemorates the
spontaneous assembly of 1,250 arahants,
completely enlightened monks, in the historical
Buddha’s presence.
KRISHNA JAYANTI (Hindu) • Celebrates
Krishna’s birthday, Vishnu’s eighth incarnation
on earth.
MAHA SHIVARATRI (Hindu) • Also called Shiva
Ratri, it is the Great Festival of Shiva.
KWANZAA • A seven-day celebration honoring
African American heritage and its continued
vitality. “Kwanzaa” means “first fruits (of the
harvest)” in Swahili.
LABOR DAY • Celebrated the first Monday in
September in recognition of U.S. workers.
LAG B’OMER (Jewish) • Celebrates the end of
a divine-sent plague and/or Roman occupation
during Rabbi Akiva’s lifetime (died c. 135 CE).
LAILA AL-QADR (Islamic) • “The Night of Power”
marks the night in which God first revealed the
Qur’an to the Prophet Muhammad. Often fixed
as the 27th day of the Islamic month of Ramadan,
Sunnis may also observe it on the 21st, 23rd,
25th or 29th. Shi’ites observe it on the 19th,
21st or 23rd of Ramadan.
LGBT HISTORY MONTH • Marks and
celebrates the lives and achievements of
lesbian, gay bisexual and transgender people in
the United States.
LGBT PRIDE MONTH • Commemorates the
anniversary of the June 28, 1969 Stonewall
riot in New York City, the incident that
initiated the modern gay rights movement in
the United States. LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual
and transgender) Pride Day is the last Sunday
in June.
LOVING DAY • Observes the anniversary
of the 1967 United States Supreme Court
decision Loving v. Virginia which struck down
the miscegenation laws remaining in 16 states
barring interracial marriage.
LUNAR NEW YEAR • On this day Chinese,
Korean and Vietnamese New Year are
celebrated.
MAHAYANA NEW YEAR (Buddhist) •
In Mahayana countries, the New Year starts on
the first full moon day in January.
MAKAR SANKRANTI (Hindu) • Seasonal
celebration recognizing the increasing length
of days.
MARTYRDOM OF THE BÁB (Bahá’í) •
Observance of the anniversary of the execution
by a firing squad in Tabríz, Persia, of the
30-year-old Siyyid ‘Alí-Muhammad, the Báb,
the prophet-herald of the Bahá’í Faith.
MAWLID AL-NABI (Islamic) • Celebrates the
birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, founder
of Islam. Shi’a Muslims celebrate it five days
later than Sunni Muslims.
MEMORIAL DAY • Initiated originally to honor
the dead of the Civil War, this observance now
pays homage to the dead of all U.S. wars.
MILAD AL-NABI (Islamic) • Celebrates the
birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, founder
of Islam. Shi’a Muslims celebrate it five days
later than Sunni Muslims.
MOTHER’S DAY • Children of all ages show
appreciation for their mothers.
MUHARRAM (Islamic) • The month of
Muharram marks the beginning of the
Islamic liturgical year. The first day of the
month, al-Hijra, remembers the migration of
Muhammad and his followers from Mecca to
Medina in 622 CE. It also marks the beginning
of the ten-day Shi’ite Remembrance of
Muharram, a period of intense grief and
mourning of the martyrdom of Hussein, the
son of Ali and grandson of Muhammad.
NATIONAL AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE
MONTH • Celebrates and honors the history and
culture of Native Americans in the United States.
NATIONAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT
AWARENESS MONTH • Recognizes the
contributions of workers with disabilities.
NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY • Commemorates
the signing of the 13th Amendment, which
abolished slavery in 1865.
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH •
Celebrates the contributions, heritage and
culture of Hispanic and Latino Americans.
NATIONAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH •
Honors women as significant agents of
historical change.
NAVARATRI (Hindu) • Nine-day festival
celebrating the triumph of good over evil.
It worships God in the form of the universal
mother commonly referred to as Durga, Devi
or Shakti, and marks the start of fall.
NOWRÚZ (Zoroastrian) • A traditional
ancient Iranian festival celebrating the first
day of Spring and the Iranian New Year.
Also celebrated as New Year’s Day in Baha’i
tradition (Naw-Ruz).
NEW YEAR’S DAY • The first day of the year
in the Gregorian calendar, commonly used for
civil dating purposes.
NINETEEN-DAY FAST (Bahá’í) • Baha’is
between 15 and 70 years of age do not eat or
drink from sunrise to sunset and set aside time
for prayer and meditation.
NIRVANA DAY (Buddhist) • Celebrates the
day when the historical Buddha achieved
Parinirvana, or complete Nirvana, upon
the death of his physical body. Sometimes
celebrated on February 8.
NO NAME-CALLING WEEK • Annual week of
educational activities aimed at ending namecalling and bullying of all kinds.
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OBON (Buddhist) • Also known as Bon, the
Japanese Buddhist festival honors the spirits of
past ancestors.
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE (Christian) •
Celebrates the apparition of the Blessed
Virgin Mary (by her title, Our Lady of
Guadalupe, the Patroness of Mexico and the
Americas) before Juan Diego, an indigenous
convert to Roman Catholicism, on the
Mexican hill of Tepeyac in 1531.
PALM SUNDAY (Christian) • Observed the
Sunday before Easter/Pascha to commemorate
the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.
Patriot Day • Patriot Day is an annual
observance on September 11 to remember
those who were injured or died during the
terrorist attacks in the United States on
September 11, 2001. Many Americans refer to
Patriot Day as 9/11 or September 11.
PASSOVER/PESACH (Jewish) • The eight-day
“Feast of Unleavened Bread” celebrates Israel’s
deliverance from Egyptian bondage.
PENTECOST (Christian) • The seventh Sunday
after Easter/Pascha commemorates the
descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles
and women followers of Jesus. Marks the birth
of the Christian Church.
PRESIDENTS’ DAY • Honors all past presidents
of the United States of America.
PURIM (Jewish) • The “Feast of Lots” marks
the salvation of the Jews of ancient Persia from
extermination.
RACE RELATIONS SUNDAY • Created in
1922 by the National Council of Churches in
recognition of the importance of interracial
relations and learning.
RACE UNITY DAY (Bahá’í) • Observance
promoting racial harmony and understanding
and the essential unity of humanity.
RAKSHA BANDHAN (Hindu) • Also called
Rakhi, this festival celebrates the protective
relationship between brothers and their sisters.
RAMADAN (Islamic) • A month of strict
fasting from dawn until dusk in honor of the
first revelations of the Qur’an to the Prophet
Muhammad.
RAMA NAVAMI (Hindu) • Celebrates the
birthday of Rama, king of ancient India, hero
of the epic Ramayana, and seventh incarnation
of Vishnu.
REFORMATION DAY (Christian) •
Commemorates the beginning of the
Protestant Reformation in 1517.
ROSH HASHANAH (Jewish) • Beginning of
the Jewish New Year and first of the High Holy
Days, which marks the beginning of a ten-day
period of penitence and spiritual renewal.
SHAVUOT (Jewish) • The “Feast of Weeks”
celebrates the covenant established at Sinai
between God and Israel, and the revelation of
the Ten Commandments.
SHEMINI ATZERET (Jewish) • “The Eighth
(Day) of Assembly” is observed on the day
immediately following Sukkot.
SHROVE TUESDAY (Western Christian) • A day
of penitence as well as the last chance to feast
before Lent begins. Also known as Mardi Gras.
SIMCHAT TORAH (Jewish) • “Rejoicing in
the Torah” celebrates the conclusion of the
public reading of the Pentateuch and its
beginning anew.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY (Christian) • Feast day
of the patron saint of Ireland. In the U.S., a
secular version is celebrated by people of all
faiths through appreciation of all things Irish.
SUKKOT (Jewish) • The week-long “Feast of
Booths” commemorates the 40-year
wandering of the Israelites in the desert on the
way to the Promised Land.
SUMMER SOLSTICE • In the northern
hemisphere, the longest day of the year. It
marks the first day of the season of summer.
SUSAN B. ANTHONY DAY • Birthday of Susan
B. Anthony (1820-1906), a pioneer in the
Women’s Rights Movement.
TEMPLE DAY (Buddhist) • Many Buddhists of
all traditions pay their respects and pray for
good fortune for the new year at the temple.
THANKSGIVING DAY • Following a 19th
century tradition, it commemorates the
Pilgrims’ harvest feast in the autumn of 1621.
THERAVADA NEW YEAR (Buddhist) •
In Theravada countries, the New Year is
celebrated on the first full moon day in April.
TISHA B’AV (Jewish) • Mourning of the
destruction of the First and Second Temples in
Jerusalem in 586 BCE and 70 CE.
VALENTINE’S DAY • Celebrates the idea of
romantic love.
VERNAL EQUINOX • The date when night and
day are nearly the same length. It marks the
first day of the season of spring.
VETERANS’ DAY • Honors the U.S. Armed
Services and commemorates the war dead.
WINTER SOLSTICE • In the northern
hemisphere, the shortest day of the year. It
marks the first day of the season of winter.
WORLD AIDS DAY • International day of action
on HIV and AIDS.
TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE •
Memorializes those who were killed due to
anti-transgender hatred or prejudice.
WORLD DAY FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY
FOR DIALOGUE AND DEVELOPMENT •
Recognizes cultural diversity as a source of
innovation, exchange and creativity, as well as
the obligation to create a more peaceful and
equitable society based on mutual respect.
TU B’SHVAT (Jewish) • New Year’s Day for
Trees, and traditionally the first of the year for
tithing fruit of trees. Now a day for environmental awareness and action, such as tree
planting.
WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY • Serves as an
occasion to inform the public of violations of
the right to freedom of expression and as a
reminder that many journalists brave death or
jail to bring people their daily news.
ULAMBANA (Buddhist) • Buddhist Ghost
Festival. The unsettled spirits of dead
ancestors are calmed with chanting and
offerings to enable them to pass peacefully
into the next world.
WORLD REFUGEE DAY • Raises awareness
about the plight of refugees and displaced
persons.
UN HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY • Annual International Day of Commemoration in memory
of the victims of the Holocaust coinciding
with the anniversary of the liberation of the
Auschwitz death camp in 1945.
UNITED NATIONS DAY • Commemorates the
founding of the world organization in 1945.
VAISAKHI (also spelled Baisakhi) (Sikh) •
The festival which celebrates the founding of
the Sikh community as the Khalsa (community
of the initiated). On this day, Sikhs gather and
celebrate Vaisakhi at their local Gurdwaras
(Sikh house of worship) by remembering this
day as the birth of the Khalsa.
WORLD RELIGION DAY (Bahá’í) • Observance
to proclaim the oneness of religion and the
belief that world religion will unify the peoples
of the earth.
WOUNDED KNEE DAY • On December 29,
1890 more than 200 Lakota Sioux were
massacred by U.S. troops at Wounded Knee in
South Dakota.
YOM HASHOAH (Jewish) • “Holocaust
Remembrance Day” memorializes the heroic
martyrdom of six million Jews who perished in
the Nazi Holocaust.
YOM KIPPUR (Jewish) • The “Day of
Atonement” marks the end of the Ten Days of
Penitence that begin with Rosh Hashanah.
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