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Swallow Day marks the annual return of the swallows to San Juan Capistrano, California each year from their winter migration. The day is part of the Fiesta de las Golondrinas or the Festival of the Swallows and St. Joseph's Day. The actual parade and festival will occur on a weekend near this date.

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Taxonomist Appreciation Day: March 19

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Taxonomy is behind the name, definition and classification of various biological organisms. A Taxonomist is the biologist who does this. Taxonomist Appreciation Day is a day for scientists to thank their colleagues in Taxonomy and a day for children to learn about this fascinating career. Annually on the 19th of March. This event was created in 2013.

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Tomorrowland Winter (FR): March 19-26

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AG Week, Ntl.: March 20-26

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National Ag Day and Ag Week are organized by the Agriculture Council of America (ACA), a nonprofit organization composed of leaders in the agricultural, food and fiber community dedicated to increasing the public's awareness of agriculture's role in modern society. The National Ag Day program encourages every American to: Understand how food and fiber products are produced. Appreciate the role agriculture plays in providing safe, abundant and affordable products. Value the essential role of agriculture in maintaining a strong economy. Acknowledge and consider career opportunities in the agriculture, food and fiber industry. ACA also holds an annual Ag Day Essay and Ag Day Poster Art Contest. See the website for details. http://www.agday.org

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Animal Poison Prevention Week, Ntl: March 20-26

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Each year the ASPCA sponsors National Animal Poison Prevention Week in March. Pets are highly susceptible to poison, many of which we don't consider harmful to them because they are benign to us. According to healthy pet advocates Four Muddy Paws, the following are the most common toxins for dogs and cats: Common Dog Poisons 1. Chocolate 2. Mouse and Rat Poisons (rodenticides) 3. Vitamins and Minerals (e.g., Vitamin D3, iron, etc.) 4. NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.) 5. Cardiac Medications (e.g., calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, etc.) 6. Cold and Allergy Medications (e.g., pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine, etc.) 7. Antidepressants (e.g., selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) 8. Xylitol (common in toothpaste and chewing gum) 9. Acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol) 10. Caffeine Pills Common Cat Poisons 1. Topical spot-on insecticides 2. Household Cleaners 3. Antidepressants 4. Lilies 5. Insoluble Oxalate Plants (e.g., Dieffenbachia, Philodendron, etc.) 6. Human and Veterinary NSAIDs 7. Cold and Flu Medication (e.g., Tylenol) 8. Glow Sticks 9. ADD/ADHD Medications/Amphetamines 10. Mouse and Rat Poison See the ASPCA's Animal Poison Control Center for a full list, preventative actions and ways to pet proof your house at https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control You can also download the ASPCA Poison Control APP from your favorite APP store at https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/apcc-mobile-app

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Bubble Week, Ntl.: March 20-26

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National Bubble Week is a celebration of the coming of spring and occurs the week of March 20, (the first day of Spring) each year since 2000. Promoted by various different organizations and schools across the U.S., this is a week for kids and families to go outside and have fun blowing bubbles. There are also numerous online contests about best pictures of bubbles on National Bubble Week. Masthead Photo: Lewis, Laura Dawn. "Chasing Bubbles, Prague New Year's Eve 2016" LEEP Calendar

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Chocolate Week, American: March 20-26

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Extraterrestrial Abductions Day: March 20

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Celebrating Extraterrestrial Abductions Day can take multiple forms. Whether your someone who watches the skies expecting or wishing to be abducted by alien life forms, or prefer watching movies about UFOs and aliens, this is your day to let your ET shine.

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Fall Begins, Southern Hemisphere: March 20

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Today is the first day of the season of the year sequestered between the long, hot days of summer and short, bitter cold days winter, otherwise known as Autumn, (or Fall). Fall begins at the Autumnal Equinox, the moment the Sun crosses the Celestial Equator and moves from the Northern Hemisphere to Southern Hemisphere each September. OR Fall occurs south of the equator when the sun crosses the same line from the Southern Hemisphere to the Northern each March. Whichever sphere you live in, Happy First Day of Fall, (or Spring).

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Folk Tales & Fables Week, World: March 20-26

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Every culture has its tales and fables. For centuries, oral histories and legends were communicated through tales and fables. Classic folklore teaches about other cultures and languages, generally capped with a moral lesson. Triumph over good and evil, using cunning and ingenuity to solve problems, these are all common themes of fables. World Folk Tales & Fables Week is your opportunity to explore the world of fables or even pick up some classics like 1001 Nights or Aesop's Fables.

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Francophonie, Intl. Day of the: March 20

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French Language Day, Intl.(1970): March 20

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French is one of the six official languages of the United Nations. March 20, 1970 marks the day International Organization of La Francophonie came into existence. Their objective is to promote humanist values and the French language internationally. The other official languages of the United Nations are: English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese and Arabic.

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Great American Meatout: March 20

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The Great American Meatout began in 1985. Vegetarians and other animal-lovers are invited to celebrate the first day of Spring by sharing the benefits of a compassionate diet, that is a meatless diet.

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Happiness, International Day of: March 20

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The General Assembly of the United Nations in its resolution 66/281 of 12 July 2012 proclaimed 20 March the International Day of Happiness, recognizing the relevance of happiness and well-being as universal goals and aspirations in the lives of human beings around the world, and the importance of their recognition in public policy objectives.

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