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October is the Stop America's Violence Everywhere (SAVE) Month. This month is promoted by various organizations, such as the American Medical Association Alliance (AMA Alliance). It has one apparent purpose: to promote non-violent resolutions of individual, social and civic issues and end physical violence for good.

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Oct

Storytelling Festival, Ntl.: October 1-2

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The National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, Tennessee, United States, is an annual three-day event celebrating the magic of storytelling in all of its forms. Promoted by the International Storytelling Center and sponsored by various organizations such as Cumulus Media, the National Endowment for the Arts, Carnegie Hotel, Dunkin' Donuts, Alliance for Peacebuilding, and others. This festival's been a vital part of the country's cultural scene since 1972.

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Oct

Substance Abuse Preservation Month, Ntl.: October

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First held in 2011 and kicked off with a proclamation by President Barack Obama, National Substance Abuse Prevention Month exists to urge people and organizations to engage in appropriate programs, events, and activities that promote substance abuse prevention and help those with a problem find help. This awareness month is supported by hundreds of organizations nationwide, including the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD).

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Oct

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month: October

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October is the Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month. Promoted by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and supported by the CDC, this month seeks to educate parents on preventing or avoiding sudden infant death. Sudden infant death is something that can happen for a variety of reasons, most of which are preventable. This month is about education and prevention.

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Oct

Sunday School Teacher Appreciation Month: October

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October in the United States is Sunday School Teacher Appreciation Month, honoring Sunday school teachers and all their hard work for the spiritual future of Christian children. Sunday School Teacher Appreciation Month is an unofficial event without a sponsor that is observed by the church community each year.

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Oct

Teentober: October

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Teentober replaces Teen Read Week™ as of 2019 as a national adolescent literacy initiative created by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA). It began in 1998 to encourage teens to be regular readers and library users.

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Oct

U.S.-Mexico Border Health Month: October

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Each year a week in October is set aside in the United States, Canada, and Mexico to focus on health. Several cities, provinces, and states stagger their dates throughout the month with localized programs. See your local universities, hospitals, and clinics for participation in your local. It is a time for neighboring nations to celebrate their friendship and renew their partnership in creating a healthier and more prosperous future for their peoples and each other.

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Oct

Vegetarian Day, World: October 1

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World Vegetarian Day was established as an annual celebration to promote vegetarianism's joy, compassion, and life-enhancing possibilities. The day was originated by the North American Vegetarian Society in 1977 and endorsed by the International Vegetarian Union in 1978. October 1st is the official date; however, individuals may schedule their event on a nearby date instead if necessary.

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Oct

Vegetarian Month: October

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October is the month to try a vegetarian lifestyle during Vegetarian Month. Throughout the month, restaurants and groceries feature the ingredients of a healthy, meatless diet. Look for specials, local cooking classes, food fairs, and a highlight on vegetarian dishes. It is sponsored annually by the Vegetarian Awareness Network.

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Oct

Walk Your Dog Week, Ntl.: October 1-7

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Anyone with a dog knows the importance of getting out and walking your dog a couple of times a day (at least). National Walk Your Dog Week was created for Paws and Paper by the holiday creation company The Holiday Guild. The objective is to remind pet owners to get out there with their canine friends and take in some air for their health and that of their pets!

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Oct

Window Covering Safety Month, Ntl.: October

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October is National Window Covering Safety Month, a time of heightened public awareness focusing on a hidden danger many parents may overlook: the potential strangulation hazards to young children from window covering cords. The Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urges consumers to check their window coverings for exposed or dangling cords, which can pose a strangulation hazard to infants and young children. WCSC, CPSC, and safety experts strongly recommend that consumers use only cordless window coverings or inaccessible cords in homes with young children.

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Oct

Winter Weather Preparedness Weeks (Varies by Location): October - March

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Each state has severe weather preparedness weeks in the United States that coincide with its most critical weather issues, be it snow, rain, fire, tornados, hurricanes, ice, or flood. See the resource link for the appropriate preparedness weeks in your city and state.

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Oct

Women's History Month (CA): October

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October is Women’s History Month in Canada. It is a time for Canadians to celebrate the achievements of women and girls as trailblazers and an opportunity for Canadians to learn about the essential contributions of women and girls to quality of life. Women’s History Month includes two important commemorative dates for women and girls: International Day of the Girl on October 11th and Persons Day on October 18th.

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Oct

Women's Small Business Month: October

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National Women’s Small Business Month is organized annually by the National Women’s Business Council to highlight the achievements of women-owned businesses and provide additional opportunities to those companies.

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Oct

Work & Family Month, Ntl.: October

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Creating a work-life balance is a struggle in today’s hectic world, so the US Congress set aside October as National Work and Family Month in 2003. The awareness campaign received Presidential endorsement in 2010 and continues each year.

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