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Created in 2014, International Teach Music Week seeks to help people of all ages enjoy the benefits of music through education, therapy, and social interaction. Check with your local music stores for free classes and events on this day.

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Mar

Tea Party, Global: March 18

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The Global Tea Party, (formerly Worldwide Afternoon Tea) takes place on the Wednesday of Nutrition and Hydration Week. This week promotes and celebrates improvements in nutrition and hydration. It seeks to create a global movement of aware individuals that understand the connection between good nutrition and adequate hydration to overall health and wellness.

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Mar

Taxonomist Appreciation Day: March 19

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Taxonomy is behind the name, definition, and classification of various biological organisms. A Taxonomist is a 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 March 19. This event began in 2013.

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Mar

Tamale Day, Ntl.: March 23

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Richard Lambert created this holiday in 2014. In his own words, why: "One day in 2014, I googled "National Tamale Day" to discover there wasn't one. I couldn't believe it! More than twelve hundred foods have their own day, even moldy cheese on October 9, yet no tamale day existed. That's what got the ball rolling for me to create a day for everyone to enjoy the wonderfulness of tamales. The recognition of National Tamale Day also seems to be coinciding with the growing public interest. Festivals, special events, and tamale eating contests are popping up everywhere. We list more than 40 festivals and special events across the country that are devoted to tamales. Seven of them were established in the last year alone. Even Oslo, Norway, held its first tamale festival. last year."

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Mar

Ta'anit Esther (J): March 2

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Ta'anit Esther is the fast of Esther, which occurs from sunrise to sunset on the eve of the Purim holiday in the Jewish faith. It commemorates the fasting of the Hebrews under Persian exile.

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Mar

Syria Uprising (SY)(2011): March 15

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March 15, 2011, was the day the Syria Uprising erupted. Starting as a pro-democracy series of protests, then escalating into an outright civil war a year later, the conflict increased in intensity and brutality, ultimately creating a humanitarian crisis of biblical proportions and setting Europeans against each other on immigration. At the time of this writing, the conflict has yet to be resolved and now includes international intervention via significant world powers, including the United States and Russia.

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Mar

Swallow Day, San Juan Capistrano (US-CA): March 19

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Swallow Day marks the swallows' annual return to San Juan Capistrano, California, each year from their winter migration. The day is part of the Fiesta de las Golondrinas, the Festival of the Swallows, and Saint Joseph's Day. The swallows' return to Mission San Juan Capistrano in California symbolizes the arrival of spring and has become an annual celebration of renewal, nature, and community spirit. The swallows, specifically the cliff swallows (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota), are small migratory birds known for their long-distance journey from Goya, Argentina, to San Juan Capistrano and other parts of North America. These birds create unique, mud-built, gourd-shaped nests in the eves and walls of man-made structures, including the Mission San Juan Capistrano. Cultural Importance The phenomenon of the swallows returning to the Mission San Juan Capistrano around St. Joseph's Day (March 19) each year has symbolized the changing seasons and the enduring nature of life. This event has been romanticized and popularized through songs, stories, and local lore, turning it into a celebration of hope, faith, and continuity. The mission, founded in 1776 when California was part of Mexico, has a rich history intertwined with the lives of the Native American people and Latino cultures. Native American Tribes Before the arrival of the Spanish missionaries, the area around San Juan Capistrano was inhabited by the Acjachemen tribe, also known as the Juaneño Band of Mission Indians. The Acjachemen people had a rich culture and spiritual connection to the land and its creatures, including the local bird populations. Much of the cultural significance attributed to the swallows originated from their traditions. The Acjachemen culture, like many Native American tribes, has traditions that reflect a deep respect and reverence for nature, including birds. Birds represent messengers or symbols of freedom, transformation, and connection to the natural world. The swallows' migratory patterns and their return could be seen within such frameworks of understanding and respecting natural cycles, even if not explicitly celebrated in the same manner as the modern event at the mission. Celebrations of the Swallows' Return Celebrating the swallows' return to Mission San Juan Capistrano includes a festive which draws visitors worldwide. Festivities include parades, educational events, musical performances, and the ringing of the historic mission bells. These celebrations honor the birds' return and educate the public about the history of the mission, the local ecology, and the importance of conservation efforts to protect migratory bird populations. In recent years, efforts have focused on encouraging the swallows to return to the mission through the use of artificial nests and sound systems broadcasting swallow calls, as urban development and changes to the mission structure have caused the birds to seek alternative nesting sites. These conservation efforts underscore the ongoing relationship between the community, the mission, and the swallows, symbolizing a collective desire to preserve this unique natural phenomenon for future generations.

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Mar

Super Tuesday: March 7

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Super Tuesday is a specific Tuesday during the U.S. presidential primary season when 14 states (the number varies) hold their primary elections or caucuses on the same day. Currently, as of August 2023, the following states will hold their primaries on Super Tuesday 2024: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Virginia. The states participating in Super Tuesday vary from one election cycle to the next, and the date is not fixed. The aim of clustering numerous primaries on this day is often to increase the importance of the broader electorate in the nomination process, rather than allowing smaller states to wield disproportionate influence. Candidates campaign extensively leading up to Super Tuesday, and the results can play a vital role in building or halting momentum for a particular candidate. A strong showing on Super Tuesday can substantially boost a campaign by demonstrating broad support across different regions of the country. Conversely, a weak performance may lead to losing momentum and result in candidates reassessing their campaigns. Typically, if a candidate doesn't place in the top three of their party on Super Tuesday, they drop out. Super Tuesday has become a critical event in the U.S. political landscape, drawing significant media attention and often shaping the narrative of the presidential race. Its outcomes can clarify the likely nominees for each party, setting the stage for the following general election campaign.

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Mar

Sunshine Week, Ntl (1751): March 15-21

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The Freedom of Information Act was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson on July 4, 1966. It provides unprecedented public access to government documents for various purposes, including research, journalism, and law. It took 12 years for the landmark legislation to go from idea to legal statute, largely thanks to the dogged efforts of California Congressman John E. Moss. National Sunshine Week is an awareness campaign focusing on the importance of the Freedom of Information Act and its contributions to accurate journalism. It is observed throughout the nation by media organizations, schools, universities, and libraries and coupled with a public relations campaign. The event first appeared in 2005. Sunshine week marks the birthday of James Madison, the father of the US Constitution. Madison was born on March 16, 1751.

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Mar

Sultan of Terengganu (MY)(1998):March 4

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Coronation Day Anniversary of the Sultan of Terengganu: A Symbol of Royal Tradition and Unity The Coronation Day Anniversary of the Sultan of Terengganu is a significant occasion in the Malaysian state of Terengganu. It marks the enthronement of the state's monarch. This day is a public holiday in Terengganu and is celebrated with various cultural and official events, reflecting the region's rich history and royal traditions. Terengganu, located on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, is known for its deep-rooted royal heritage and unique cultural identity. The state is one of Malaysia's nine royal states, where the hereditary position of the Sultan plays a pivotal role in both ceremonial and constitutional matters. The current Sultan of Terengganu, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, was coronated on May 26, 1998. His coronation represented the continuation of the traditional royal lineage and symbolized stability and unity within the state. The Sultan is revered as a figure of respect and plays a significant role in upholding Terengganu's cultural and Islamic traditions. The Coronation Day Anniversary is important for several reasons. It serves as a reminder of the state's rich monarchical history, which dates back centuries. Like in other Malaysian royal states, the monarchy in Terengganu is deeply intertwined with the state's identity and plays a crucial role in preserving its cultural heritage. Celebrations on this day typically include various cultural performances, religious ceremonies, and community events. These festivities honor the Sultan and foster a sense of unity and pride among the people of Terengganu. The day also provides an opportunity for reflection on the state's progress and aspirations, with the Sultan often addressing the public and outlining visions for the future. The Coronation Day Anniversary also holds significance in the broader context of Malaysia's constitutional monarchy system. It underscores the balance between traditional authority and modern governance, highlighting the unique political structure of Malaysia, where monarchs and elected governments coexist and collaborate. In summary, the Coronation Day Anniversary of the Sultan of Terengganu is significant in the state. It celebrates the Sultan's enthronement, symbolizing continuity, unity, and the enduring importance of the monarchy in Terengganu's cultural and political life. This day is a vibrant expression of the state's royal heritage and its role within the larger tapestry of Malaysia's diverse and multifaceted society.

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Mar

Submarine Day (UK)(1898): March 17

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Submarine Day in the United Kingdom honors the kingdom’s submarines and their personnel within the Royal Navy. Since their introduction to the Royal Navy in 1901 with HMS Holland 1, submarines have performed essential services to the nation saving billions of dollars in cargo and tens of thousands of lives. This day marks the anniversary of the first demonstration of a submarine to the Royal Navy by John Philip Holland on March 17, 1898.

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Mar

Storytelling Day, Global: March 20

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World Storytelling Day is a global honoring of the art of oral storytelling. It's marked annually on the spring equinox in the northern hemisphere and the autumn equinox in the southern. It's a day for various organizations and individuals to organize events for storytelling, regardless of language and cultural barriers. Each year has a theme.

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Mar

Sterile Packaging Day: March 10

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Sterile packaging is a silent hero that plays a critical role in everyone's health and well-being. These innovative pouches, trays, and packs protect life-saving medical devices, supplies, and pharmaceuticals from harmful bacteria and particulates that can compromise their efficacy and safety. From your baby's first immunization to in-patient surgical procedures to the daily administration of insulin and other life-saving medications, your safety is assured thanks to sterile packaging's adherence to rigorous quality standards. At the Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council, we invite you to learn more about sterile packaging, get involved and celebrate Sterile Packaging Day with us on March 10. This event first ran in 2021.

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Mar

Steroid Abuse Prevention Month: March

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National Steroid Abuse month occurs in March and brings awareness to parents and youths about the dangers of steroids. The awareness month was created by former steroid user and author of the book Steroid Deceit, Jeff Rutstein. What are the names steroids go by on the street? ________________ The Oral Street Names for Steroids Oxandrolone – Anavar – sometimes called “Var.” Oxymetholone – Anadrol – sometimes called “Drol.” Methandrostenolone – Dianabol – often referred to as “Dbol.” Methenolone – Primobolan – often called “Primo.” Stanozolol – Winstrol – often called “Winny.” Fluoxymesterone – Halotestin – often called “Halo.” __________________ Injectable Street Names for Steroids: Nandrolone-Decanoate – Deca-Durabolin – often called “Deca.” Boldenone-Undecylenate – Equipoise - often called “EQ.” Drostanolone – Masteron – only referred to by trade name. Nandrolone-Phenylpropionate – numerous common trade names – is often called “NPP.” Methenolone – Primobolan Depot – often called “Primo.” Trenbolone – no common trade name – Is often called “Tren.” Testosterone – insert brand – often called “Test.” Stanozolol - Winstrol Depot - often called “Winny.” __________________ In 1991 Congress added steroids to the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). Since then, possessing illegally obtained AAS merits a maximum penalty of one year in prison and a minimum $1,000 fine for first-time drug offenders. The maximum penalty for trafficking is five years in prison and a $250,000 fine for first-time offenders.

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Mar

Star Spangle Banner Day (1931): March 3

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Star-Spangle Banner Day commemorates the national anthem of the United States, written during the Battle for Baltimore (September 12 – 15, 1814) during the War of 1812 by Francis Scott Key. On March 3, 1931, the song became the official anthem of the United States under President Herbert Hoover. _____________________ The Star-Spangled Banner O say can you see, by the dawn’s early light, What so proudly we hail’d at the twilight’s last gleaming, Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight O’er the ramparts we watch’d were so gallantly streaming? And the rocket’s red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there, O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave? On the shore dimly seen through the mists of the deep Where the foe’s haughty host in dread silence reposes, What is that which the breeze, o’er the towering steep, As it fitfully blows, half conceals, half discloses? Now it catches the gleam of the morning’s first beam, In full glory reflected now shines in the stream, ’Tis the star-spangled banner - O long may it wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave! And where is that band who so vauntingly swore, That the havoc of war and the battle’s confusion A home and a Country should leave us no more? Their blood has wash’d out their foul footstep’s pollution. No refuge could save the hireling and slave From the terror of flight or the gloom of the grave, And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave. O thus be it ever when freemen shall stand Between their lov’d home and the war’s desolation! Blest with vict’ry and peace may the heav’n rescued land Praise the power that hath made and preserv’d us a nation! Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, And this be our motto - “In God is our trust,” And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave.

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