All - Leep Calendar

Today is the anniversary of the end of the Soviet Union. On February 7, 1990, the Central Committee of the Soviet Communist Party agreed to give up its monopoly on power. It was the beginning of the end of the Soviet Union, which officially dissolved on December 26, 1991.

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Wave All Your Fingers at Your Neighbors Day: February 7

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Wave All Your Fingers at Your Neighbors Day is about burying the hatchet for any grievances and saying hello. Even the Hatfields and McCoys needed a day off sometimes!

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Adar I (J): February 8 - March 8

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Adar is the 12th month of the religious calendar and the 6th month of the civil calendar. In Jewish leap years, Adar occurs twice, and this month corresponds with February and March in the Gregorian calendar. All Hebrew calendar months begin and end at sundown. LEEP Calendar marks Jewish months starting the first full day. Observant people of the faith will begin observing the month at sunset the day prior.

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Boy Scouts Day (1910): February 8

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On February 8, 1910, the Boy Scouts of America was founded by William D. Boyce, Ernest Thompson Seton, Daniel Carter Beard, and Lord Robert Baden-Powell. Today over 3.5 million Americans participate in the Boy Scouts as either members or leaders, and scouting is known worldwide for teaching young men (and girls through Girl Scouts) skills and values through extraordinary experiences. Scouting divisions include: Cub Scouts ages seven to ten and a half years old Boy Scouts ten and a half to 18 Venture Scouts for teens through 21 years of age

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Culture Day (SL)(1849): February 8

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In honor of Slovenian poet France Preseren, this national holiday celebrates all culture on the anniversary of his death, February 8, 1849.

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Hari-Kuyo (JP): February 8

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Each year on February 8 in Japan, women, and girls gather their needles and head to the temple for a blessing. Married women offer prayers to bless their work, and unmarried girls pray to the goddess Awashima Myozin for a perfect loving marriage and husband. Hari-Kuyo, the event's name, translates to "The Festival of Broken Needles."

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Hearts, Giving Hearts Day, Ntl. (US-ND): February 8

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Founded in 2008, Giving Hearts Day is a 24-hour event for charities in North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. Each year, Giving Hearts Day provides a platform for charities to fund their missions through an ever-increasing community of donors, many of whom experience the joy of giving for the first time. Giving Hearts Day is the longest-running giving day in the country, Which has helped participating charities raise more than $90 million since its founding.

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Kite Flying Day, Ntl.: February 8

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Invented in China, the kite has been around for approximately 2,300 years. The timing of National Kite Flying Day often coincides with the Hindu Basant Festival of Kites, which usually occurs in February. Of course, February and March are great kite flying months in the northern hemisphere, as winter months tend to be windy. National Kite Flying Day is an unofficial event in the United States.

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Laugh & Get Rich Day: February 8

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Laugh and Get Rich Day is founded by retail marketing expert, motivational speaker, and author Rick Segel. The idea of the holiday is to enjoy what you do for a living and laugh all the way to the bank.

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Love May Make the World Go Round, but Laughter Keeps Us from Getting Dizzy Week: February 8-14

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Love May Make the World Go Round, But Laughter Keeps Us From Getting Dizzy Week might be the longest-named event in the calendar. Not an easy feat, as many of the United Nation's events have long titles too. No matter. This event occurs in the week leading up to Valentine's and is a reminder that, no matter how stressed out you are about hearts and flowers day, take time to laugh.

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Molasses Bar Day, Ntl.: February 8

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National Molasses Bar Day (Treacle Bar Day) celebrates the sweet, nutty cookie-like cakes that are a favorite winter treat. Technically this day is about the cookie, which is dull, and it has no reason for being or sponsor. We propose a better purpose, that it serves as a reminder of a tragic event a century past, even if it doesn't fall on the same day. We're talking about the Great Boston Molasses Flood (Boston Molassacre). On January 15, 1919, an immense storage tank filled with 2.3 million gallons (8,700 m3) of molasses collapsed, sending a thick wave of the sticky liquid through Boston's historic North End. The force of the flood pushed buildings off their foundations and tipped over vehicles and railway cars. Twenty-one people, predominantly immigrants and city workers, died; another 150 were injured. The molasses was stored to make ethanol, which is used in alcohol and munitions. A rapid warming of temperatures that day caused the tank to implode and the city to be flooded. We think remembering the people who died and the dangers associated with leaving tanks unattended during rapid weather changes is a much better tribute to Molasses Bar Day. It is certainly more interesting. Thoughts? After all, bars are like bricks, and bricks are used to rebuild.

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Nirvana (B)(486 BC): February 8

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Nirvana (salvation) in the Buddhist faith marks the death of Buddha. When the Buddha surpassed 80 years old, a friend Cunda invited him to dinner. Cunda prepared mushrooms, the Buddha's favorite food. But, unknowingly, he included some that were poisonous. Soon the Buddha realized he was dying. The Buddha summoned his followers on his deathbed, determined to ease Cunda's anguish and guilt. "In all my lifetime, two meals stand out supreme: one was the meal that I ate before I sat under the Bo tree, after which I received enlightenment," the Buddha began. "The other, tonight, at the home of my dear friend, Cunda, after which I shall receive Nirvana." Upon saying this, the Buddha passed away.

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Yom HaMishpacha (IL): February 8/9

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Yom HaMishpacha (Family Day) is a relatively new holiday in Israel that was established in 2001. The holiday is celebrated on the 30th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat, which usually falls in February. Yom HaMishpacha is intended to celebrate the importance of family and to promote stronger family ties and relationships. The idea for Yom HaMishpacha originated in the Knesset, where a group of lawmakers proposed the establishment of a national holiday to honor the family. The holiday was designed to provide an opportunity for families to spend time together, to strengthen family bonds, and to reinforce the importance of family values. On Yom HaMishpacha, various events and activities are held throughout Israel to celebrate the holiday. Many families take the opportunity to spend time together, to share meals, and to engage in activities that promote family togetherness. Schools and community organizations also hold events and activities that focus on the importance of family, including workshops and educational programs that provide guidance on how to build strong and healthy family relationships. In addition to promoting family values, Yom HaMishpacha is also seen as a way to address some of the social and cultural changes that have taken place in Israel in recent years. The holiday is designed to counterbalance some of the negative trends that have emerged in Israeli society, such as the decline of traditional family structures and the growing isolation and individualism of modern life. By emphasizing the importance of family and encouraging people to prioritize their relationships with their loved ones, Yom HaMishpacha seeks to build a stronger and more cohesive society.

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Bagel & Lox Day: February 9

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Bagels & Lox are an American food pairing of bagels with salt brine preserved salmon thinly sliced and often served with capers, cream cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. The bagel gained acceptance once introduced by the Lender Brothers (Lender's Bagels) in the United States as a street food. Listen to the three-minute History of Bagels and Lox from NPR below.

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Carnaval (BR): February 9-13

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This is one for the Bucket List. Everyone in the world should experience Brazil's Carnaval (Yes, it is spelled with an 'a', not an 'i') at least once in their lifetime. Carnaval is about living large and getting all your partying out of your system in preparation for Lent, which is the 40-day-long fasting and reflection period in Christianity leading up to Easter. ____________ A personal note from Laura: Carnaval is six days and five nights of dancing, drinking, eating, and celebrating. It is the largest party in the world, with Rio de Janeiro at its center. In Rio, samba schools of scantily clad women and men in very ornate costumes compete. Especially for the poor, this is the one time of the year they get to shine, and many will spend the entire year (and most of their savings) creating the perfect Carnaval costume. I remember sitting with my brother at home, watching the schools (parade groups) pass by on television. He was waiting for the inevitable wardrobe malfunctions with the women. There were quite a few live broadcasts. Let's say Carnaval is a teenage boy's dream. In towns and cities away from Rio, local clubs (for the wealthy. I attended Carnaval at the Marília Tennis Club in the state of Sāo Paulo) or neighborhood streets host Carnaval dances. Everyone sleeps during the day and dances through the night, and Carnaval ends at sunrise on Ash Wednesday. When I attended, I was sixteen, and it was magical. I had a new costume every night, and it was one of the few times you had us kids mixed in with the adults for a full-on party. I recall the last night having to sit and watch. My feet were covered in blisters from dancing so much over the first four nights! ______________ In the United States, Carnaval is celebrated in New Orleans as Mardi Gras. Venice, Italy, is also renowned for its celebration. However, there is nothing else on earth like Carnaval in Brazil. PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are only a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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