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Candlemas, 'Purification of the Blessed Virgin' or the 'Feast of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple' occurs forty days after Christmas each year. It is traditionally observed on the 2nd of February. According to the Mosaic (Hebrew) Law a mother who has given birth to a male child is considered unclean for seven days; moreover she is to remain three and thirty days "in the blood of her purification"; for a female child the time of exclusion from sanctuary is doubled. When the time (forty or eighty days) is over, the mother was to "bring to the temple a lamb for a holocaust and a young pigeon or turtle dove for sin" for sacrifice; if she is unable to offer a lamb, she is to take two turtle doves or two pigeons; With these offerings, the priest would pray for her and she would be considered cleansed. (Leviticus 12:2-8) Forty days after the birth of Christ, Mary complied with this precept of the law. She redeemed her first-born at the temple (Numbers 18:15), and was purified by the prayer of Simeon in the presence of Anna the prophetess (Luke 2:22). Candlemas marks this event.

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G.I. Joe Day (1964): February 2

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GI Joe Day marks the anniversary of the launch of the first action figure created for boys, the GI Joe Doll, On February 2, 1964. The doll was retired in 1994 but continues on in video games.

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Groundhog Day (1886): February 2

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Heavenly Hash Day: February 2

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Heavenly Hash is rice, pineapples, marshmallows and whipped cream all mixed together. Sometimes ice cream with nuts, marshmallows, fruits are used instead, which is then mixed up and plopped in a bowl. The majority of food holidays have no origin and are unofficial. Heavenly Hash Day is one.

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Major League Baseball Birthday (1876): February 2

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Major League Baseball was founded on this day in 1876.

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Marmot Day: February 2

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In the lower 48, we celebrate Groundhog Day. In Alaska, it is known as Marmot Day, (which is an animal part of the same family). This event was established in 2009 by the state of Alaska. Marmots, native to the Northern Hemisphere, are charismatic rodents about the size of a house cat. They are often hunted for their fur and meat, which is a delicacy in some parts of the world. The town of Owosso, Michigan also celebrates Marmot Day in July.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Day: February 2

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Sled Dog Day, Ntl.(1925): February 2

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Tater Tot Day, Ntl.: February 2

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National Tater Tot Day celebrates the bite-sized molded hash browns that are deep fried. An invention of the Or-Ida food company in the early 1950s, Tater Tots have been a school lunch favorite for decades. This event first ran in 2009 and is created by the food blog Foodimentary.

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Ukulele Day, World: February 2

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Created by the late ukulele teacher and musician Mike Lynch. Over 40 years of his life was spent devoted to teaching music, with his favorite instrument, the small four string guitar like instrument called a ukulele. His wife continues his legacy with Ukulele Day and through the distribution of his books, music and videos. Mike Lynch passed away January 2, 2018.

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Wetlands Day, World (1971): February 2

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World Wetlands Day was first observed in 1997. Since, government agencies, non-government organizations and community groups throughout the world have recognized World Wetlands Day, focusing on the benefits of and the necessity to conserve this vital resource. World Wetlands Day marks the anniversary of the signing of the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance in Ramsar, Iran on February 2, 1971.

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Carrot Cake Day, Ntl.: February 3

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Carrot Cake is a favorite dessert with a long history. Originally known as carrot pudding, the first recipe was published in 1591 within 'A Booke of Cookrye'. It next appears in John Evelyn's 'Discourse of Sallets' in 1699. American President George Washington is rumored to have served a version of carrot pudding to guests on November 25, 1783 to celebrate British Evacuation Day. The first time carrot pudding was referred to as carrot cake occurred in the 'Art of French Cookery' by AB Beauvilliers in 1827. Carrot Cake Day is an unofficial event without a sponsor. Research from the Carrot Museum, United Kingdom.

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Four Chaplains Memorial Day (1943): February 3

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During WWII, the USAT Dorchester, a troop ship, was making its way across the Atlantic when it was torpedoed by German U-boats of the Southern coast of Greenland. The passengers onboard fell into the water, but there were not enough lifejackets to go around. Four chaplains, Alexander Goode, John Washington, Clark Poling and George Fox (a Catholic, a Jew, and two Protestants), relinquished their lifejackets to save the lives of other passengers. Today is a memorial to their selfless sacrifice.

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Heroes' Day (MZ)(1969): February 3

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Income Tax Day (1913): February 3

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February 3, 1913, the Federal Income Tax came into existence in the United States when Delaware voted in favor of it. It was the 36th state and achieved the necessary majority. The first income tax was levied in 1861 to pay for the US Civil War. That tax was 3% of total income over $800/year. It was repealed in 1872. Prior to an income tax, other taxes supported the nation. These taxes included import/export taxes, taxes on charities, value added taxes and inheritance taxes. Many of these were eliminated, but have come back. For 1913 the Federal income tax rate was 1% up to $20,000/year, with 0% on the first $3,000 (single) $4,000 (married). The average individual income was $800/year in 1913. This meant that poor and middle class families did not pay income tax in 1913. In 1913 the Federal budget was spent on the following: Pensions: <1% Health Care: 12% Education: 63% Defense: 1% Welfare: <1% Protection: 23% Interest: 0% Note: Protection is police, fire and other public safety services The 2018 budget is as follows: Pensions: 25% Health Care: 28% Education: 3% Defense: 21% Welfare: 8% Protection: 1% Interest: 7% Transportation: 2% Government: 1% Source: https://www.usgovernmentspending.com

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