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World Ozone Layer Day raises awareness about the condition of the ozone layer. It commemorates the signing of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer on this day in 1987 (resolution 49/114). On this day, educators make children perform activities that allow them to be more aware of the ozone layer condition. There are educational packages that educators can procure from the UN Environment Program.

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Sep

Panda Day, Red Intl: September 16

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The world population of red pandas has fallen to less than 2500 in the wild, and these unique bears continue to be an endangered species. Native to Nepal, International Red Panda Day seeks to increase appreciation of these beautiful animals and push for their continued conservation. Check with your local zoo or school for event details. Always the 3rd Saturday in September.

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Sep

Parents Day, (Working) Ntl.: September 16

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National Working Parents Day honors working parents and their efforts to provide more to the family. It's an opportunity for kids to take over the responsibilities and for bosses to look at ways to improve the work-life balance of their parental employees.

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Sep

Play-Doh Day, Ntl. (1955): September 16

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National Play-Doh Day honors the iconic modeling clay-branded Play-Doh on the anniversary of its release as a toy, September 16, 1955. Originally marketed as a wallpaper cleaner in the 1930s, it was reclassified as a toy by the 1950s. Play-Doh comes in 4 different colors: red, blue, white, and yellow. Play with Play-Doh today and relive your childhood.

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Sep

Puppy Mill Awareness Day: September 16

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Sep

Rabi'ul-Awwal (M): September 16 - October 14

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Rabi'ul-Awwal is the third Month in the Islamic Calendar.

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Sep

Sabra and Shatila Massacre (LB/IL/PS)(1982): September 16

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Today marks the 40th anniversary of the Sabra and Shatila massacre of 1982, which killed 3,000 people, and wounded thousands more over 48 hours. It was a continuation of the Israeli invasion of Lebanon that began on June 6, 1982. The Sabra neighborhood and Shatila refugee camp rest in West Beirut, Lebanon. They were and continue to be home to a large population of Palestinian Christian and Muslim refugees, many of whom fled the ethnic cleansing of Palestine by Jewish terrorist groups in 1948 and the Israeli military attack in 1967. To this day, Palestinian refugees do not have permanent status in Lebanon, despite up to 75 years of residency. The massacre began at 18:00 local time on September 16, 1982, following the Israeli seizure of West Beirut. Right-wing Lebanese Christian Phalange forces, operating under the direction of Israeli Defense Minister Ariel Sharon and Israeli military commanders, swarmed the neighborhood with guns, knives, and other weapons. The operation proceeded, massacring men, women, and children in the streets, their homes, hospitals, and the stadium. Israeli forces, bolstered by the militia, prevented terrified civilians from fleeing. In further depravity, the Israeli military lit the killing fields each night by filling the air with flares and artificial light to facilitate the killing. The streets literally ran with blood. The massacre received swift and severe international condemnation. The UN General Assembly voted unanimously (with 12 abstentions) to pass a resolution that the Sabra and Shatila massacre constituted "an act of genocide." Genocide is a war crime. Sharon, now a war criminal, was forced to resign as Israeli Defense Minister following the massacre. Israel's Kahan Commission concluded he was personally responsible for the genocide and that the military was aware of it and chose to allow it. The admonishment would be temporary. In 2001, Israel's citizens elected Sharon Prime Minister, and the General directing forces during the massacre, Amos Yaron, would become the Director-General of the Israel Defense Forces. The atrocities committed at Sabra and Shatila continue to traumatize its survivors. Decades later, the painful memories of the massacre persist, and reparations have never been made. The tactics used on Sabra and Shatilla continue every few years in the Gaza Strip and West Bank, both still under Israeli occupation. _____

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Sep

Stepfamily Day, Ntl.: September 16

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National Stepfamily Day (or Blended Families Day) honors stepfamilies. Founded by Christy Borgeld in 1997. Its mission is to enhance by a solid commitment to supporting the stepfamilies parenting of our nation One in three Americans live in a stepfamily and fifty percent of Americans will be a part of a stepfamily within their lifetime. According to the 1998 Bray & Kelly study, it usually takes a minimum of four-plus years for a stepparent to build a relationship with a stepchild.

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Sep

Stepfamily Week, Ntl.: September 16-22

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National Stepfamily Week (or Blended Families Week) honors stepfamilies. Founded by Christy Borgeld in 1997. Its mission is to enhance by a solid commitment to supporting the stepfamilies parenting of our nation One in three Americans live in a stepfamily, and fifty percent of Americans will be a part of a stepfamily within their lifetime. According to the 1998 Bray & Kelly study, it usually takes a minimum of four-plus years for a stepparent to build a relationship with a step

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Sep

Suicide Prevention Week: September 10-16

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Suicide Prevention Week in the United States includes World Suicide Prevention Day. This awareness campaign seeks to prevent suicide and teach the warning signs of suicide while reducing the social stigma attached to attempts that often deter people from seeking support. During this occasion, the hashtag #StopSuicide is encouraged on social media.

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Sep

Tishrei (J): September 16 - October 15

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Tishrei is the first civil month and the seventh month in the ecclesiastical year of the Hebrew calendar. Otherwise known as Ethanim, this month is the transition month from summer to autumn. With this in mind, Jewish people often use this month for contemplation and soul-searching. Celebrations happening during this month include Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah.

PLEASE NOTE: All Hebrew calendar months begin and end at sundown. LEEP Calendar marks Jewish months starting on their first full day. Observant people of the faith will observe the beginning of the month at sunset the day prior.

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Sep

Adopt-a-Less-Adoptable Pet Week: September 17-23

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Sep

Adult Day Services Week: September 17-23

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National Adult Day Services Week is an awareness campaign designed to educate the country on the services and advantages of adult day centers. Adult day centers serve the elderly by hosting social events, transitional care, and short-term rehabilitation following hospital discharge. Adult day centers are an interactive, safe and secure environment for participants requiring supervised daily care as a preferred platform for chronic disease management. While nearly half of all participants nationally have some level of dementia, other common chronic diseases include chronic hypertension, physical disability, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, mental illness, and developmental disability. Adult day services provide a reliable source of support, restore balance in times of crisis, and enhance caregivers' overall quality of life. Former President Ronald Reagan proclaimed National Adult Day Services Week on September 27, 1983; it occurs during the third complete week of September each year.

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Sep

Apple Dumpling Day, Ntl.: September 17

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National Apple Dumpling Day highlights the pastry made of sliced apples which can be deep fried or baked and sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon. The apple dumpling is believed to have originated in the northeastern United States and is revered within the Amish community. This occasion is celebrated by cooking a version of the apple dumpling or buying one from a bakery.

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