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The night before Halloween in the United States is known as Devil's Night or Mischief Night. It's a night for kids and teens to organize pranks and minor vandalism, as long as it's in the good-hearted spirit of the holiday. The British also have a mischief night on the eve of Guy Fawkes Day, an expression of civil disobedience.

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Funeral Day, Create a Great: October 30

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Nobody likes to think about dying, but the day before Halloween is already spooky, so why not take this opportunity to plan your spectacular funeral. At least you'll have a say in your final goodbye. Plan a Great Funeral Day is a great excuse.

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Gopashtami (H): October 30

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Gopashtami is a Hindu holiday on the day following Ashtami Tithi in the month of Kartik Shuka Paksha. It celebrates Lord Krishna's lifting of the Govardhan Parvat (mountain) on this day, an act that saved the people of Braj. Cows and calves are decorated and worshipped as part of the celebration. 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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Haunted Refrigerator Night: October 30

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As part of the fun leading up to Halloween, October 30 has been declared Haunted Refrigerator Night! Created by Thomas and Ruth Roy of Wellcat, it is one of the spookiest nights of the year!

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Leon Day, Day (1916): October 30

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Leon Day celebrates Leon Day (October 30, 1916 - March 13, 1995), one of the greatest baseball pitchers of all time. He played in the Negro Leagues between 1934-1949. On July 23, 1942, Day struck out 18 players from the Baltimore Elite Giants, setting the record for the league. Leon fought for the US military during WWII and continued his career in baseball by pitching a no-hitter on opening day in 1946. Day received induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1995. Today is the anniversary of his birth.

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Nuclear Weapons Program Workers Remembrance Day, Ntl.: October 30

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Since World War II, hundreds of thousands of men and women have served the United States by building nuclear weapons for the country's defense. Many workers have paid a high price for their service, developing disabling or fatal illnesses. In honor of those who served, CWP and other former workers' organizations are hosting NDR events across the country. National Nuclear Weapons Program Workers Remembrance Day began in 2009.

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Bandanna Day (AU): October 31

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NATIONAL BANDANNA DAY IN AUSTRALIA: SUPPORTING YOUNG LIVES IMPACTED BY CANCER National Bandanna Day, observed annually on the last Friday in October, is a significant event in Australia that raises awareness and funds for young people affected by cancer. The day is marked by the widespread sale and wearing of bandannas, symbolizing solidarity with those battling the disease. Childhood cancer remains a pressing concern in Australia, with around 750 children aged 0-14 diagnosed each year. Despite advancements in treatment, cancer remains one of the leading causes of death by disease among Australian children. The impact of a cancer diagnosis extends beyond the young patients, affecting their families and communities. The iconic bandannas serve as a central fundraising tool. Available in various vibrant designs, they are sold nationwide in schools, workplaces, and communities. Proceeds from sales directly support CanTeen, the organization behind National Bandanna Day. CanTeen provides vital services, including counseling, peer support programs, and financial assistance to young people living with cancer and their families. National Bandanna Day is more than just a fundraiser; it is a day of national unity and compassion. By donning a bandanna, Australians visibly show their support for the cause, helping to reduce the stigma and isolation often experienced by young cancer patients. The event also educates the public about the challenges these young individuals and their families face, fostering a more empathetic and supportive community. The importance of National Bandanna Day lies in its dual mission: raising essential funds for CanTeen's programs and spreading awareness about childhood cancer. The funds raised ensure that affected young people receive the support they need during their most challenging times. Additionally, the heightened awareness contributes to a broader understanding and acceptance, which is crucial for the emotional and psychological well-being of those impacted by the disease. National Bandanna Day exemplifies the power of collective action in supporting and uplifting vulnerable members of society, making a tangible difference in the lives of young Australians grappling with cancer.

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Books for Treats Day: October 31

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Books for Treats Day falls on Halloween and aims to replace candy with books as Halloween treats. Created by Rebecca Morgan, it started in San Jose, California's Willow Glen neighborhood, in 2001. She would eventually say. "Feeds the kids' minds, not their cavities." The movement has spread across the United States and Canada, where Trick or Treating is a Halloween tradition.

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Bug Busting Day, Ntl. (UK): October 31

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National Bug Busting Day occurs three times per year in the United Kingdom: January, June, and October. It is a concentrated effort to stem the tide of lice infections within schools and the general population. Through the registered charity Community Hygiene Concern, the government teaches parents, educators, and pharmacists how to detect and stop the spread of head lice and provides affordable Bug Busting kits. Community Bug Busting Days began with the late Dr. RJ Donaldson, affectionately known as Paddy. Dr. Donaldson demonstrated in the 1970s that an intensive detection/treatment campaign could dramatically cut the prevalence of head lice. He was the tireless mentor of the Bug Busting Days organized by Community Hygiene Concern, taking a personal interest from 1986 in our development of wet detection methods in preference to less effective dry or damp methods. Today Bug Busting Days are organized in partnership with the Department of Health. Lice are a big problem in schools. Once they infect an individual, these parasites can be very difficult to exterminate. The following are some facts: The eggs of head lice usually take seven to ten days to hatch. Combing dry or damp hair with a fine-tooth comb is not a reliable way to detect lice. Metal combs are not suitable for louse detection because these combs are primarily nit combs. Lice caught between the tightly spaced teeth remain unnoticed against the metal and can be combed back into the hair unharmed at subsequent strokes. No studies prove that wet head lice grasp hairs more tightly, thus hampering their removal with a fine-tooth comb. You do not need head-to-head contact to catch lice; proximity will do it. Head lice are a community problem. Approximately 20% of head lice cases occur in people over 16 or under four years old.

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Caramel Apple Day, Ntl.: October 31

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No party, especially a Halloween party, is complete without apples, and caramel turns this harvest fruit into candy on a stick. Caramel Apples are the invention of Kraft food company employee Dan Walker in the 1950s. The fall treat was so successful that in 1960 a patent was issued that allowed caramel apples to be mass produced. Caramel Apples are different from candied apples (invented in 1908 by William W. Kolb in New Jersey). Candied apples are dipped in a red cinnamon sauce, which dries transparent red and hard. Caramel Apples dance in melted caramel.

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Carve-a-Pumpkin Day: October 31

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Carve-a-Pumpkin Day falls on Halloween. This treasured tradition of creating jack-o-lanterns provides entertainment for the kids and quality time for parents and teaches valuable safety and art lessons.

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Chiang Kai-shek Day (TW)(1887): October 31

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Chiang Kai-shek (October 31, 1887 - April 5, 1975) was a military leader and politician who fought against communism. With the establishment of the communist government in China in 1949, Chiang Kai-shek fled to Taiwan and continued to lead the struggle against communism until his death in 1975. Chiang Kai-shek is the person responsible for the creation of Taiwan and its separation from China. To this day, China considers Taiwan Chinese territory and does not recognize it as a state. From 1955-1979, the United States acted as a protector. With the re-establishment of relations with China beginning in 1972, the United States ended diplomatic ties with Taiwan and established them with China to preserve the more lucrative arrangement. As of this writing, only 13 countries and the Vatican continue to have full diplomatic relations with the island country.

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Cities Day, World: October 31

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Created in 2013 and first observed in 2014, World Cities Day focuses on urbanization and sustainability challenges. The United Nations sponsors this event.

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Daylight Savings (JO, SY) Ends: October 31

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Daylight Savings Day in Jordan and Syria commences on the last Friday in March (Spring Forward) and ends on the last Friday in October (Fall Back). On this day, we move the clock one hour ahead at 2 AM in March or one hour back in October at 2 AM on Friday. The saying, “spring forward, fall back,” is an excellent way to remember. The memory tool works in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. American Benjamin Franklin was the first to propose daylight savings time (DST) in 1784. Modern DST began in 1895. Throughout history, several variations were adopted, ranging from 30 minutes to two hours. Not everyone observes DST, which can make setting appointments very challenging. The primary purpose of DST is to make better use of daylight hours for farming, early morning activities (such as children walking to school in the light instead of dark), and saving energy. The closer one lives to the North and South Pole, the longer the period of daylight in the summer months. _______________________ Daylight Savings Above the Equator: United Kingdom, Albania, Adorra, Austria, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Holy See, Hungary, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Jersey, Kosovo, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, and Western Sahara: Last Sunday of March: Last Sunday, October United States, Bahamas, Canada, Cuba, Saint Pierre & Miquelon: 2nd Sunday, March; 1st Sunday of November Iran: Begins March 21/22; Ends September 20/21 Israel & Palestine: Friday before last Sunday, March; Last Sunday, October Jordan, Syria: Last Friday, March; Last Friday, October Mexico: 1st Sunday, April; Last Sunday, October _______________________ DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BELOW THE EQUATOR Australia—First Sunday of October (spring forward ); first Sunday in April (fall back). Brazil—Third Sunday in October; third Sunday in February. Chile—First or Second Sunday in September; first Sunday in April Fiji & Tonga—First Sunday of November; third Sunday of January. Namibia—First Sunday of September; first Sunday of April. New Zealand—Last Sunday of September; first Sunday of April. Paraguay—First Sunday of October; fourth Sunday of March. Samoa—Last Sunday of September; first Sunday of April.

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Frankenstein Friday: October 31

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One of the most famous monsters of our times, Frankenstein, is the story of a mad scientist who brings the dead back to life, only to discover that he has created a monster. Frankenstein continues to be one of our most popular and endearing horror stories. Thus, it seems suitable that Frankenstein Friday is celebrated each year on the Friday before Halloween, the most significant masquerade in the country! Not many people know this, but a teenager wrote Frankenstein. Mary Shelley was only 16 when she ran away with the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley. Over the next two years, she gave birth to two children. In 1816, the couple traveled to Switzerland and visited Lord Byron at Villa Diodati. While there, 18-year-old Mary started writing Frankenstein, which was published in 1818 when she was 20.

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