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Particularly in Roman Catholic and Protestant-majority countries, Holy Week covers Palm Sunday through Holy Saturday, the day before Easter. It is a week-long celebration in the Philippines, Latin America, Palestine, Italy, Spain, Lebanon, and within Christian communities throughout the globe (Orthodox Christians celebrate one week later). In many of these countries, festivals occur throughout the week, and it is a holiday.

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Apr

Iztapalapa Passion Play (C)(MX-DF): April 2-8

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Passion Plays are a Christian tradition, a telling of Jesus Christ's last days from Palm Sunday through the crucifixion and resurrection. Also referred to as the Way of the Cross, the largest of these in the world has been delighting audiences since 1843 in Iztapalapa, Mexico. Over one million people attend each year as thousands of residents make up the cast and perform the play. It is a spectacular celebration, something to be seen at least once in a lifetime.

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Apr

Love Your Produce Manager Day: April 2

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Created by fresh produce retailer Frieda's in 2012, Love Your Produce Manager Day is a chance to thank the men and women who help you eat healthy by providing you with the freshest fruits and vegetables.

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Apr

Malvinas Day (AR)(1982): April 2

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On April 2, 1982, Argentina decided to reclaim its territory, the islands England held as its own. Argentinian forces invaded, and England responded. The battle for the islands would last two months, with Argentina surrendering on June 14, 1982. Malvinas Day is a public holiday in Argentina that honors the Argentine men and women who were wounded or lost their lives during this combat. I was in Brazil when this happened, so I knew them as the Malvinas Islands and the Malvinas Islands rather than the Falkland Islands conflict. That was how it was reported in the Brazilian media because that is the name Argentina uses to refer to them.

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Apr

Olivier Awards (UK): April 2

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The Olivier Awards, formally known as the Laurence Olivier Awards, are annual awards presented by the Society of London Theatre (SOLT) to recognize excellence in professional theatre in the United Kingdom, specifically in London's West End. Named after the renowned British actor Sir Laurence Olivier, the awards were established in 1976 and are considered the most prestigious honors in British theatre, often compared to the Tony Awards in the United States. The Olivier Awards celebrate various aspects of theatre, including plays, musicals, opera, and dance productions. The awards cover the key categories, including Best New Play, Best New Musical, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director, Best Choreographer, and others. There are also special awards, such as the Society Special Award, which recognizes significant contributions to the world of theatre, and the Audience Award, voted for by the general public. The Olivier Awards ceremony typically takes place in the spring of each year, with nominations announced a few months earlier. The event is a glamorous occasion attended by theatre professionals, celebrities, and fans alike and often features live performances from nominated productions. Winning an Olivier Award is a significant accomplishment for theatre professionals and can significantly boost a production's profile and box office success. Some notable past winners include Andrew Lloyd Webber, Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, and Maggie Smith.

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Apr

Palm Sunday (C): April 2

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The Sunday before Easter is Palm Sunday, the beginning of Passiontide, the lead-up to the resurrection. The day commemorates Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem in 33 AD, an event that all four Gospels agree on. The name is derived from the laying of palms on the road done by the people as He entered. Today it is customary for the faithful to carry palm leaves into the church to mark this auspicious event.

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Apr

Paris Marathon, Schneider Electric (FR): April 2

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Pascua Day, (US-FL)(1513): April 2

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Passiontide (C)(33 AD): April 2-9

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The week prior to Easter is the Passiontide, the holiest week in the Christian calendar. In some denominations, Passiontide is the last two weeks that end on the Holy Saturday. In 1969, the Catholic Church reduced it to one week between Palm Sunday and Holy Saturday. Customs vary from denomination to denomination, but crucifixes and images are generally covered in veils (usually violet).

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Apr

Peanut Butter & Jelly Day, Ntl.: April 2

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Pharmacists in Public Health Day: April 2

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If COVID has taught us anything, pharmacies play a big part in the healthcare industry. They provide immunizations, advice, services, and drugs we need to live our best lives. Pharmacists Public Health Initiatives Inc. (PPSI) champions several events yearly. Pharmacists in Public Health Day is their newest event, focusing specifically on the essential services and investments in their local community's health and well-being. This event raises awareness about the vital impact pharmacists and pharmacies make and how integral they are to healthcare.

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Apr

Reconciliation Day, Ntl.: April 2

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National Reconciliation Day has been celebrated annually since 1989. It's based on a column in the Chicago Tribune written by Ann Landers in which she urged readers to reconcile with whomever they've allowed quarrels or differences to cause a chasm. It's a day to put family and friendships first. National Reconciliation Day is one of two events in the US with the same name. The other is in October.

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Apr

Assistant Principals Week, Ntl.: April 3-7

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Each April, the National Association of Secondary School Principals, with congressional backing, honors National Assistant Principals Week to recognize the contributions of assistant principals to the success of students in schools across the United States.

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Apr

Chocolate Mousse Day, Ntl.: April 3

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In French, the word mousse means "foam." Chocolate mousse is an airy, rich, and light chocolate custard. It originated in France sometime in the mid-nineteenth century. The first written record of the dessert is found in the 1892 brochure of the Food Exposition, held at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Chocolate Mousse Day is an unofficial holiday with no sponsor.

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Apr

Crucifixion of Jesus Christ (33AD)(C): April 3

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