All - Leep Calendar

International Juggler's Day honors and celebrates everyday multitaskers, the people that juggle multiple things in their lives and their days. Multitasking is a skill that more and more people are forced to master due to the diversity and complications of life. This event differs from World Juggler's Day, which honors actual juggling artists who perform to our delight.

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Apr

Just Pray No!: April 18-19 (est)

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Created in 1990, "Just Pray No!" is an international prayer and fasting weekend observed worldwide. It focuses specifically on praying and holding revival meetings for those suffering from drug and alcohol addiction.

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Apr

Laboratory Animals, World Week For: April 18-25

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World Week for Animals in Laboratories occurs the week of the United Nation's World Laboratory Animals Day, April 24. The goal of this week is to spotlight this issue and educate people about how animals are used in research, testing, and education. The American Anti-vivisection Society notes the following: "Nearly 20,000 cats were used in research in 2015, and thousands more were dissected in classrooms across the country. In 2015, over 60,000 dogs were used in research and testing. Beagles are the most commonly used dog breed because of their size and temperament. Pigs are used in many research areas, like cardiology, dermatology, xenotransplantation, and as surgical training models. Nearly 50,000 pigs were used in labs in 2015. Primates are target species for drug testing, neurological studies, and infectious disease research. In 2015, labs housed over 105,000 primates, 62,000 of which were used in experiments."

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Apr

Lineman Appreciation Day, Ntl.: April 18

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National Lineman Appreciation Day recognizes the profession of linemen. Linemen are often first responders during storms and other events, working to make the scene safe for other public safety heroes. They perform atop powerlines 24/7 to keep electricity flowing and play a vital role in maintaining and growing the US energy infrastructure. Linemen often work in dangerous conditions, separated from their families to ensure schools and businesses remain open. The US House of Representatives created this day to recognize the efforts of linemen in keeping the power on and protecting public safety and their role as first responders.

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Apr

Money Smart Week, Ntl.: April 18-25 (est)

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National Money Smart Week encourages us to spread information and tactics to manage our finances better. Created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002, National Money Smart Week pools hundreds of organizations nationwide to provide workshops, tools, and information to assist individuals in better managing their money.

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Apr

NAB (US-NV): April 18-22

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Organized by Conference Specialty, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show Conference is the television and entertainment industries' gold standard. The trade show and conference provide six days of learning and networking, and it is considered the premier conference for the industries served.

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Apr

Newspaper Columnists Day (1945): April 18*

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Newspaper Columnist Day celebrates the work and life of Ernest T. Pyle, an American newsman famous for his ability to make the ordinary and everyday extraordinary. Pyle won a Pulitzer Prize in 1944 for covering infantry soldiers during World War II. He died in combat on April 18, 1945, in Lejima, Japan, at age 44. Newspaper Columnist Day occurs each year on the anniversary of his death.

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Apr

Parkash (S)(1621): April 18

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Guru Angad Sahib was born on this day in 1621. Today is the day that Sikhs mark his birthday.

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Apr

Parks Week, Ntl: April 18-26

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For one week each April, we join the National Park Foundation, the official caretaker of America's national parks, in celebrating America's treasures. National Park Week is a time to explore unique places, discover stories of history and culture, volunteer, and explore.

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Apr

Pet Owners Independence Day: April 18

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Thomas & Ruth Roy from Wellcat Holidays & Herbs created Pet Owners Independence Day. It's a day for pet owners everywhere to say, "Enough is enough!" skip a day from work and spend it on the couch or the floor, with their feet in the air and their best friends at their side. As for the pets, it's their turn to go to work, shop, and clean the kitchen, right?

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Apr

Radio Day, Intl. Amateur (1924): April 18

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The National Association for Amateur Radio (ARRL) and radio enthusiasts celebrate World Amateur Radio Day each year on the anniversary of the founding of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU), April 18, 1924.

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Apr

Raw Milk Cheese Appreciation Day, Intl.: April 18

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Artisanal cheese producers stay true to ancient traditions and create many of the gourmet cheeses seen in the specialty section of the supermarket or deli. These crafted cheeses are part of culinary culture throughout the world. International Raw Milk Cheese Appreciation Day is an opportunity to try these cheeses and support the craftspeople who make them. Annually on the third Saturday in April.

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Apr

Reconciliation, Day of, Ntl. (UK): April 18

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Created by Vincent Coyle of Northern Ireland, National Day of Reconciliation encourages people to unite and be part of the solution through reconciliation. Efforts to promote reconciliation embrace social and financial inclusion, an unending pursuit of truth with justice for all, and respect for the worth of all human beings regardless of race, sex, or faith. Every day some people need help to reconcile with their past, with family and friends. Countries need support to help their citizens during war and national disasters worldwide. These are all things that can be prevented and helped through reconciliation with truth and justice.

Africa

Apr

Record Store Day, Ntl.(US/UK): April 18

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National Record Store Day was launched in 2007. It is an annual hootenanny dedicated to record culture, record lovers, record makers, and their communities' amazing independent record stores and epicenters. Record Store Day, the organization, is managed by the Department of Record Stores and is organized in partnership with the Alliance of Independent Media Stores (AIMS), the Coalition of Independent Music Stores (CIMS) and promotes independent record stores year-round with events, special releases, and other fun things.

Africa

Apr

Snooker World Championship (UK): April 18 - May 4

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Snooker World Championship is a two-week event in which spectators and snooker fans indulge in the "thinking man's version of pool." Winning the Snooker World Championship is the pinnacle of the sport. This event began in 1927.

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