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National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Month celebrates one of our favorite sandwiches. What kind of bread you use or cheese is up to you. People often pair grilled cheese with bacon, ham, and other lunch meats. Today's version of grilled cheese originated with the invention of the bread slicer in the early 20th century by James L Kraft, who subsequently invented the first processed cheese. Logically, the two inventions came together.

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Apr

Guitar Month, Intl.: April

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International Guitar Month (IGM), held annually since April 1987, celebrates guitars and guitar products. GAMA and NAMM sponsor IGM to help retailers create interest, attract new customers, and develop loyalty.

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Apr

Heartworm Awareness Month, Ntl.: April

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National Heartworm Awareness Month focuses on educating pet owners about the dangers and preventative measures they can take to ensure their pets do not become victims of heartworm. Since the first diagnosis of canine heartworm disease over one hundred years ago, heartworm infection has become a significant health problem affecting pets today. Heartworm infection is caused by worms (Dirofilaria immitis) that may grow into 14-inch-long adults. These adult worms live in the right side of the heart and the lungs' arteries. Heartworm infection can cause severe damage to these arteries, eventually leading to heart failure and, in extreme cases, damage to other organs, such as the liver and kidneys. Dogs of any age and breed are susceptible to contracting heartworm disease. While cats appear more resistant to heartworm infection than dogs, with fewer worms surviving into adulthood, they are still susceptible to infection. They can also suffer from the effects of heartworm disease. Cats do not contribute significantly to spreading the infection. Although the risk of heartworm infection varies from state to state, heartworm disease occurs in all of the contiguous 48 states and Hawaii. It is most concentrated in the southern United States.

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Apr

Holy Humor Month (C): April

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God has a sense of humor (if you ever doubt this, tell Him your plans). Holy Humor Month reminds Christians to enjoy the healing power of laughter and the joys of celebration. Church prayer groups throughout the country participate in this event.

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Apr

Humor Month, Intl.: April

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International Humor Month was founded in 1976 by comedian and best-selling author Larry Wilde, Director of The Carmel Institute of Humor, to heighten public awareness of the therapeutic value of laughter in improving health, boosting morale, increasing communication skills, and enriching the quality of life. Today International Humor Month is celebrated in the United States, Canada, Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. "Since April is often bleak and grim and taxes are due on the 15th, it can be one of the most stressful times of the year," says Wilde, author of 53 books on humor. "Besides," adds Wilde, "it's the only month that begins with All Fool's Day, a day which has sanctioned frivolity and pranks ever since the 1500s." The idea of laughing and the use of humor as a tool to lift ailing spirits is growing. Scientific research now indicates that the curative power of laughter and its ability to relieve debilitating stress and burnout may be among our great medical discoveries. Ways to celebrate National Humor Month include telling a joke a day and watching a comedy show or movie each night to unwind and playing practical jokes on your family, coworkers, and friends.

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Apr

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month: April

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In 1997, International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) designated IBS Awareness Month to focus on IBS diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life issues. IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, is a long-term disorder where abdominal discomfort or pain is associated with various symptoms. Typically, these include intermittent abdominal pain accompanied by diarrhea, constipation, or alternating episodes of both. Other symptoms may also be present. Although there is currently no cure for IBS, there are ways to improve symptoms and feel better. Whether mild, moderate, or severe, all IBS treatment should begin with education about the nature of the disorder.

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Apr

Islamic Republic Day (IR)(1979): April 1

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Islamic Republic Day in Iran marks the anniversary of the acceptance of Iran's new constitution on April 1, 1979.

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Apr

Jazz Appreciation Month: April

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Jazz is a unique form of music that came about in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Jazz Appreciation Month originated with the Smithsonian Institute in 2002. Each year, April sees concerts and other activities celebrating jazz in the United States. In schools, music educators incorporate jazz into their classrooms; many focus on the greats of jazz history, including Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, and John Coltrane. Jazz Appreciation Month is when parents and teachers can significantly expand the types of music their children listen to. Rock and Roll and Hip Hop both have roots in jazz.

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Apr

Kamada Ekadashi (H): April 1-2

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In the Hindu religion, Ekadashi is a holy day with two Ekadashi each month. Lord Vishnu is worshiped. Kamda Ekadashi is the Ekadashi of the Shukla (waxing moon) paksha of the Hindu month of Chaitra. As its name Kamada suggests, worship on this day is believed to grant the individual all his or her desires while cleansing each of sins. Family members are freed from curses. Devotees perform a day-long fast and seek love and affection from Lord Vishnu. PLEASE NOTE: We use the Indian civil calendar, the official holiday calendar in India. The Hindu faith has many calendars, each specific to different regions and tribes, with dates and celebrations marked by differing positions of the sun, moon, and stars. Names of months and holidays and the corresponding dates in the Gregorian Calendar may vary widely from one calendar to the next. Determine the proper calendar before attending local events.

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Apr

Keep America Beautiful Month: April

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Kite Month, Ntl.: April

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Dedicated to promoting and supporting kiting, National Kite Month is a not-for-profit venture co-founded by the American Kitefliers Association and the Kite Trade Association International. Kite events worldwide help introduce people to kite flying fun, the rich history of kites, the stunning artistry of kitemakers, and using kites as educational tools.

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Apr

Knuckles Down Month, Ntl: April

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Knuckles Down is a term associated with the game of marbles. In times past, marbles were a popular game, and people took great pride in collecting and competing. Knuckles Down Month is about reinvigorating the sport and its passions once again. Marbles are small spherical toys made of glass, stone, clay, or other materials that trace back to antiquity. Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans fashioned the earliest marbles from marble, alabaster, or other stone for games and as decor. During the Middle Ages, less expensive marbles were made of clay, fired in kilns, and decorated with colorful glazes. By the 1800s, glass marbles were introduced and mass-produced, and they quickly became popular with children and adults for games and competitions. Machine-made marbles were introduced in the 20th century using a "marbleizing," process that combined molten glass with various colors into glass spheres. These are the marbles of today.

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Apr

Landscape Architecture Month, World: April

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Landscape Architecture Month is an industry outreach initiative for youth and young professionals focusing on minority communities. Public events showcasing landscape architecture, hands-on work with the public, speaking engagements, and in-school presentations occur throughout the month. According to the US Census Bureau projections, the US population will be much more racially and ethnically diverse by 2060. The minority population increased by 88 percent between 1980 and 2000, while the non-Hispanic white population grew by only 7.9 percent. Even so, the landscape architecture profession considerably underperforms against these numbers. In a recent ASLA survey of graduating landscape architecture students, nearly 84 percent of respondents were Caucasian, 12 percent were Asian or Pacific Islander, six percent answered Hispanic/Latino, two percent identified as American Indian, and a mere one percent were African-American.

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Apr

Laugh at Work Week: April 1-7

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For one week each year, the world celebrates Laugh at Work Week, dedicated to having fun at work and recognizing the business value of humor and laughter. The week begins on April 1, April Fools Day, and this is the day in which pranks, stunts, practical jokes, and spoofs abound. Laughter and humor are essential parts of the workplace. Benefits of laughing at work include improved productivity, creativity, teamwork, communication, stress relief, job satisfaction, and employee retention. Laugh at Work Week was founded by Randall Munson.

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