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Three hundred and sixty-five steps ascend the mountain to Rio de Janeiro’s famed Basilica de Penha. This landmark is known as a place of healing and draws pilgrims from throughout the region each Saturday in October, seeking hope and relief from sickness. The ritual is known as the Festival of Penha.

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Oct

Filipino American History Month (1587): October

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Senate Resolution 287 passed on October 5, 2011, and created National Filipino American History Month. This month promotes understanding, education, enlightenment, appreciation, and enrichment through the identification, gathering, preservation, and dissemination of the history and culture of Filipino Americans in the United States. There are currently more than 30 Filipino American chapters nationwide and several conferences focusing on this unique culture. October marks the anniversary of the arrival of the first Filipino in America, October 18, 1587.

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Oct

Financial Planning Month: October

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National Financial Planning Month focuses on helping people understand their finances and learn how to plan and manage money successfully. These include highlighting the importance of financial literacy and teaching Americans how to establish and maintain healthy financial habits. Examples include savings, investing, managing credit effectively, getting out of debt, retirement planning, buying a first home, and college for children.

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Oct

Fire Pup Day, Ntl.: October 1

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Dalmatians have long been associated with fire fighting, though shepherds, Labradors, and pit bulls/terriers are more likely to be found with fire search and rescue. Before internal combustion engines, dogs were used to keep the horses running toward a fire (rather than away) beginning during the 18th century. Today dogs help first responders find injured people, pinpoint accelerants and explosives, and get into places too dangerous or small for people. These four-legged firefighters deserve appreciation, and most are happy to take payment in biscuits!

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Oct

Fish Supper, RNLI (Dates Vary)(UK): October 1-15

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Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) Fish Supper is a national fundraising event where people register fish suppers to raise funds for the lifesaving services of the RNLI. The event can occur at any time. Initially, this event ran in October. Register your Fish Supper on the RNLI website and enjoy.

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Oct

Flu Season Begins, Northern: October 1

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The day everyone dreads is here. Welcome to the official start of the flu season in the northern hemisphere! While seasonal flu outbreaks can happen as early as October, flu activity usually peaks between December and February and can last as late as May. In the last 32 years, flu activity most peaked in February (14 seasons), followed by December (6 seasons), and finally January and March (5 seasons each). Some practical ways to avoid contracting the flu include frequently washing your hands, getting enough sleep, and sending sick coworkers home to recover. Avoid crowded locations and get the flu shot, which protects against the most common strains.

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Oct

Freethought, Month of, Ntl.: October

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Some people think; differently, perceiving issues and information from a different perspective, and they are not afraid to share their views. Freethought Month and Freethought Day on the 12th is your opportunity to show the world your unique wisdom.

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Oct

Frugal Fun Day, Intl.: October 1

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Frugal Fun Day is celebrated every year on the first Saturday in October. The day's challenge? Do not spend more than $5 on anything today. See if you can do it! You can do many activities to celebrate this day: Fly a kite Enjoy a picnic Go for a hike Get creative. You can do it!

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Oct

Fungus Day, Ntl. (UK): October 8

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UK Fungus Day, the outreach arm of the British Mycological Society (BMS), is raising awareness of fungi and fungal science by supporting nationwide events which give visitors to venues across the UK the chance to explore the fantastic world of fungi.

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Oct

Gain the Inside Advantage Month, Ntl.: October

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National Get the Inside Advantage Month is about getting your life together in whatever area it needs: career, health, fitness, relationships. Use this month to plan and gather the tools you need to come out on top and be the success you deserve to be. Created by author Cathy Lauro. Annually in October.

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Oct

Gay & Lesbian History Month (1979): October

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October is LGBTQ+ History Month in the USA and includes National Coming Out Day. LGBTQ+ History Month celebrates the lives, history, and achievements of the US's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer-plus citizens.

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Oct

German-American Heritage Month (1683): October

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German-American Heritage Month is celebrated annually and coincides with German-American day, as proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1983 and President Barack Obama in 2010. German-American Heritage Month celebrates the German immigrants who came from Europe and lived on American soil in the first days of colonization and their immense contribution to the American culture. On October 6, 1683, thirteen families from Krefeld, Germany, arrived in Philadelphia and created Germantown, Pennsylvania. It was the first settlement of Germans in what would become the United States. Today, nearly a quarter of American citizens can trace their ancestry to Germany. Many modern American traditions also have their roots in Germany, Christmas included.

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Oct

Girls Night In (AU): October

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Fight cancer and have a fun night in with your gal-pals! Choose any night in October to host a girls' night, be it a movie night, card games, wine tasting, or whatever you like. To get started, register your event with the Cancer Council. Plan your event and get ready to enjoy an evening with your friends. It's as easy as 1-2-3, and all proceeds go to fight cancer and cancer research.

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Oct

Go Sober Month (UK) : October

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Be a Soberhero and go 31 days without alcohol this October – say no to the booze and yes to raising money for people living with cancer. And just like every hero’s trusty sidekick, Macmillan will be with you every step of the way to help you along your sober journey. By signing up for the challenge, you’re doing something unique for people with cancer. All the money raised by those Going Sober this October will help Macmillan support even more people facing cancer. So thank you for participating in Go Sober, raising a glass (of water), and standing proudly beside people facing cancer.

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Oct

Golden Week (CN): October 1-7

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Golden Week is the first seven days of October in China, a national holiday. October 1 celebrates the founding of the People's Republic of China. The rest of the week is festive with people traveling the country on vacation or visiting relatives. What's also interesting is that October 1 is not the day the People's Republic of China was founded, which occurred on September 1, 1949. However, on October 1, 1949, the Central People's Government was founded, and the next day, the government passed the "Resolution on the National Day of the People's Republic of China." At that time, October 1 was declared National Day, and October 1-7 as Golden Week.

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