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Tie One On Day™, formally National Tie an Apron to Honor Family Day, is observed on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Here is how to observe: This Thanksgiving Eve, Tie One On (an apron, of course!) and bring joy to the life of someone in need. Ideas for spreading joy include: Wrap a loaf of bread or baked goods in an apron. Tuck an encouraging note or prayer into the pocket. Present your offering to a neighbor, friend, or person in your community who could benefit from your gesture of kindness. Tie One On to put the “give” back into Thanksgiving.

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Toilet Day, World (2001): November 19

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The World Toilet Organization originated on November 19, 2001, as part of the inaugural World Toilet Summit, the first global summit of its kind. The need for an international day to draw global attention to the worldwide sanitation crisis led to the establishment of World Toilet Day, and it continues to garner support from the United Nations, NGOs, the private sector, civil society organizations, and the international community.

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Tolerance, International Day of: November 16

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The UN General Assembly endorses the International Day of Tolerance to raise awareness of the need for tolerance in all aspects of human interaction. It was established through resolution 51/95. This day focuses on human rights, the impact of hate crimes and discrimination, and the need to reduce fear of ‘the other’ via education, self-worth, and pride.

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Tongue Twister Day, Intl.: November 8

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International Tongue Twisted Day is the day when tongue twisters are honored. Perhaps the most famous in the English language is, Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. A peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked. If Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers, Where's the peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked? Choose your favorite and see how fast you can say it without tripping over your tongue!

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Totensonntag (C)(DE/NL): November 23

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HONORING THE DEAD TOTENSONNTAG Totensonntag, or "Sunday of the Dead," is a religious holiday observed in Germany and the Netherlands. It is a Protestant day of remembrance for the dead, similar to All Saints' Day in Catholic tradition. The holiday falls on the last Sunday before Advent, usually in late November. The tradition of Totensonntag, with its roots dating back to 1816, was established by King Frederick William III of Prussia. The king's noble intention was to honor the memory of soldiers who died during the Napoleonic Wars. This historical event has evolved to become a day to remember all deceased loved ones, and it has become widely observed across Protestant communities in Germany. Totensonntag remains a solemn day dedicated to reflecting and commemorating the dead, a tradition that connects us to our past. Totensonntag reflects on mortality, remembers deceased loved ones, and seeks comfort in faith. It coincides with the end of the liturgical year in the Christian calendar, which is often a period of reflection on life, death, and eternity. The holiday holds deep significance for families and communities as they gather to honor those who have passed away, often focusing on spiritual renewal and contemplation of the afterlife. On Totensonntag, people visit cemeteries to lay flowers or light candles on the graves of their loved ones, creating a quiet and reflective atmosphere. Churches hold special services where prayers and sermons focus on death, mourning, and hope for eternal life. The day is marked by silence and respect, with many cities enforcing restrictions on public events and activities, such as music, dancing, or festive gatherings, to maintain the day's solemnity. Totensonntag is not just an important cultural and religious day in Germany and the Netherlands; it's a day that brings people together. It allows individuals and communities to collectively remember the deceased, fostering a sense of belonging and unity. It's a day for reflection on our lives and faith, a day we share with our loved ones and communities.

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Transgender Day of Remembrance: November 20

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Transgender Day of Remembrance marks the murder of transgender woman Rita Hester on November 28, 1998. It is a day to remember those killed for being transgender. _______________ Approximately 1.4 million people refer to themselves as transgender worldwide (0.00175%). However, this number increased exponentially in Western cultures (1900% in the United Kingdom alone by 2022), specifically within Generation Z (those born between 1997-2012) beginning in 2010, coinciding with the advent and increase in social media platform ease and reach. WHAT IS TRANSGENDER? A trans-woman is a biological-at-birth man who wants to or has gender transitioned into presenting as female. A trans-man is a biological-at-birth woman who wants to or has gender transitioned into presenting as a man. Transgender exists on the "gender spectrum," a version of Alfred Kinsey's "Kinsey Scale," which measures sexuality in stages between 100% heterosexual and 100% homosexual. "Queer theory" is a thesis by a dishonored French philosopher who argued there was no such thing as male and female. Instead, he contented sexuality is a relative construct of gender interpretation. Transgender people mentally and/or physically alter their presentation to coordinate with their feelings and beliefs. This change is referred to in the community as "gender transitioning." "Gender-affirming care" is how the trans community describes the medical process of changing a person's visible sexuality. It requires deploying one or more of the following tools (in most cases for the rest of their life): Operations Social engagement Pronouns Hormone therapy. These tools allow a person to change appearance, activity, and presentation from female to male or male to female. Transgender people typically dress to represent the sex they believe they should be. BIOLOGICAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN TRANS AND NON TRANS At birth, babies are attributed sex based upon tens of thousands of years old universally accepted biological definitions. Queer theory disputes this science and its practice. The trans community considers a person's biological sex an arbitrary allocation, calling it their "assigned gender." They believe each person decides the gender they want to be, what the trans community terms their "authentic gender." Hormones, behaviors, and surgery can alter many physical, behavioral, and cognitive traits. However, surgery and hormones cannot change DNA, chromosomes, and the physical ability to become pregnant or impregnate a person of the opposite sex via copulation. A trans-woman will never get pregnant naturally, ovulate, menstruate, go through female menopause, experience ovarian or cervical cancer, endometriosis, or other diseases specific to female reproductive organs. Concurrently, a trans man will never naturally impregnate a woman, create sperm or deal with prostate or testicular cancer. THE LANGUAGE & SOCIETY'S REACTION Some language surrounding queer theory, including "declaring your pronouns" and "cisgender," manifested in the early 1990s on trans message boards. With smartphones, social media, and the internet, queer theory, its language, and ideas rapidly gained adherents during the twenty-teens. During the early 2020s, the language evolved in an attempt to redefine standard English terminology. The words "father," "mother," "ladies," "gentlemen," "women," "men," "girls," and "boys" are considered discriminatory or non-inclusive in a genderless world. Women are currently referred to as "chest feeders," "people who menstruate," "pregnant people," and persons with a "bonus hole." The movement puts forth these terms to confer its version of inclusivity. Many women find this language increasingly offensive, identity stripping, gender-erasing, exclusionary, and contrary to the fight for the rights of women many strove for over the past 50 years. The language and redefining of women is a primary reason the trans issue is contentious. Women's safety, ability to compete fairly in sports and business, and the irreversible impact on children's health are additional points of contention. NON-BINARY VS TRANS Often confused with trans is non-binary. A non-binary person feels male on some days and female on others and presents differently depending upon the day. Non-binary people have not transitioned. Ultimately, both sides of this issue are populated with human beings entitled to and deserving respect for who they are, their beliefs, traditions, arguments, fears, wants, and desires. _______________ We've included three videos below that present both sides of this socially divisive issue. One is from the point of view of the trans community, voiced by trans person. The second is an academic and professional medical look at the issue. It encapsulates why many are concerned and why Europe is dialing back authenticating transition among children without thorough psychological counseling, parental knowledge, and consent.. The third is is the full 2:15:00 July 28, 2023 C-Span recording of the Congressional hearing on Gender-affirming care.

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Transgender Visability Week: November 13-19

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From GLAAD, the Organizer: "Transgender Awareness Week is a week when transgender people and their allies take action to bring attention to the community by educating the public about who transgender people are, sharing stories and experiences, and advancing advocacy around the issues of prejudice, discrimination, and violence that affect the transgender community." _______________ Approximately 1.4 million people refer to themselves as transgender worldwide (0.00175%). However, this number increased exponentially in Western cultures (1900% in the United Kingdom alone by 2022), specifically within Generation Z (those born between 1997-2012) beginning in 2010, coinciding with the advent and increase in social media platform ease and reach. WHAT IS TRANSGENDER? A trans-woman is a biological-at-birth man who wants to or has gender transitioned into presenting as female. A trans-man is a biological-at-birth woman who wants to or has gender transitioned into presenting as a man. Transgender people mentally and/or physically alter their presentation to coordinate with their feelings and beliefs. This change is referred to in the community as "gender transitioning." "Gender-affirming care" is how the trans community describes the medical process of changing a person's visible sexuality. It requires deploying one or more of the following tools (in most cases for the rest of their life): Operations Social engagement Pronouns Hormone therapy. These tools allow a person to change appearance, activity, and presentation from female to male or male to female. Transgender people typically dress to represent the sex they believe they should be. BIOLOGICAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN TRANS AND NON TRANS Hormones, behaviors, and surgery can alter many physical, behavioral, and cognitive traits. However, surgery and hormones cannot change DNA, chromosomes, and the physical ability to become pregnant or impregnate a person of the opposite sex via copulation. A trans-woman will never get pregnant naturally, ovulate, menstruate, go through female menopause, experience ovarian or cervical cancer, endometriosis, or other diseases specific to female reproductive organs. Concurrently, a trans man will never naturally impregnate a woman, create sperm or deal with prostate or testicular cancer. NON-BINARY VS TRANS Often confused with trans is non-binary. A non-binary person feels male on some days and female on others and presents differently depending upon the day. Non-binary people have not transitioned. _______________ We've included three videos below that present both sides of this socially divisive issue. One from the point of view of the trans community. The second is the full 2:15:00 July 28, 2023 C-Span recording of the Congressional hearing on Gender-affirming care. The third is an interview between a British biologist Richard Dawkins and the author of "TRANS—When Ideology Meets Reality," Helen Joyce, Ph.D. It encapsulates why many are concerned and why Europe is dialing back authenticating transition among children without thorough psychological counseling, parental knowledge, and consent.

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Tree Festival Day, (TN): November 9

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Tree Festival Day (Arbor Day) occurs on November 9 in Tunisia, focusing on preserving and saving the African nation's forest.

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Tree Week, Ntl. (UK): November 29 - December 7 (est)

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National Tree Week in the United Kingdom occurs during the last week of November. This event highlights the importance of local trees growing in the United Kingdom and signals the winter tree planting season. This event was established in 1975 and is the largest tree celebration in Britain. During this time, members of The Tree Council hold local planting events. Downloadable posters advertising local tree-planting events are available on the council's website.

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Tsunami Awareness Day, World: November 5

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In December 2015, the UN General Assembly designated November 5 as World Tsunami Awareness Day. The date honors the Japanese story of “Inamura-no-hi,” meaning the “burning of the rice sheaves.” On December 23, 1854, an 8.4 earthquake hit Tokai, Japan. In its aftermath, a farmer saw the tide receding, a sign of a looming tsunami. He set fire to his entire harvest to warn villagers, who fled to high ground. Afterward, he built a dam and planted trees as a buffer against future waves. The UN General Assembly called on all countries, international bodies, and civil society to observe the day to raise tsunami awareness and share innovative approaches to risk reduction.

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Tulasi Vivah (H): November 2

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Tulsi plant or Tulsi is a goddess in the Hindu religion, and Tulsi Vivah is the ceremonial marriage to the god Vishnu or his avatar Krishna. This ceremony can be performed any time between Prabodhini Ekadashi - the eleventh lunar day of the bright fortnight of the Hindu month Kartik to the full moon of Kartik Poornima. The Tulsi wedding signifies the end of the monsoon season and the beginning of the Hindu wedding season. 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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Unfriend Day, Ntl.: November 17

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One of the best ways to protect yourself from fake news and manipulation is to go through your "Friends" list on your social media accounts. Social media posts can cost you your job, cause you to lose genuine relationships, or prevent you from getting job interviews. Sometimes, they can get you in trouble with the law or government. Because of this, you want to ensure your posts are seen by the people you know and trust. Check your privacy settings. Get rid of anyone who you don't know today. Checking for bots: Is there anyone you don't recognize? Are they using an avatar instead of a photo? Are the number of posts they do extreme (active users will do 2-10 posts daily, not hundreds.) If they're showing thousands of posts, are relatively new accounts, or you don't know them, it's possible they are a bot, and you're a target. Take the necessary action on unfriend day. Brought to you by "Jimmy Kimmel Live."

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Unity Day (RU)(1612): November 4

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Unity Day in Russia marks the anniversary of the liberation of Moscow from the Polish on November 4, 1612. A national public holiday in Russia, it is observed on a Monday if the fourth falls on a weekend.

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Urban Planning Day, World (1949): November 8

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World Urbanism Day or World Urban Planning Day began as "World Town Planning Day" to recognize and promote the role of planning in creating livable communities. This observance highlights the importance of urban planning in managing city growth and development, ensuring sustainable and functional habitats for people across the globe. The celebration of World Urbanism Day originated in 1949, initiated by the late Professor Carlos Maria della Paolera of the University of Buenos Aires, to advance public and professional interest in planning. Since then, it has become a significant event celebrated in over 30 countries worldwide. This day allows planners, urban developers, and community leaders to showcase their work and reflect on the challenges and successes in urban development. It's a day to explore themes such as the importance of good planning in urban areas, strategies for sustainable development, and addressing challenges like urban sprawl, congestion, and environmental impact. World Urbanism Day includes conferences, exhibitions, workshops, and community planning events. These activities aim to engage the public, professionals, and policymakers in discussions about the future of urban development and the role of planning in creating sustainable, functional, and thriving metropolitan areas. The day is also an occasion to highlight the interdisciplinary nature of urban planning. It involves various disciplines, such as architecture, engineering, social sciences, and environmental science, working together to address complex urban challenges. In recent years, World Urbanism Day has gained more significance due to increasing urbanization and the challenges it brings. Housing affordability, transportation efficiency, green space availability, and climate change mitigation are forefront of urban planning discussions.

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US Marine Corps Day (1775): November 10

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US Marine Corps Day commemorates the creation of the United States Marine Corps on November 10, 1775. Header Image: U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jorge L. Ortiz, (right), sergeant major, Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501, Marine Aircraft Group 31, observes Capt. Zachery Ybarra, (left), adjutant, VMFAT-501, MAG 31, cut the Marine Corps Birthday cake during VMFAT-501’s cake-cutting ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, November 5, 2021. The cake-cutting is a long-standing tradition where Marines worldwide celebrate the birth of the United States Marine Corps. OBSERVE THE CUT: U.S. Marine Corps photo by /Released 211105-M-FY442-1041.JPG

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