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Dick Clark created the American Music Awards in 1973 as an event that could replace the Grammy Awards when the latter's contract expired. The American Music Awards rely on the public's vote rather than professional trade members. By airing in the fall rather than during the first quarter, the American Music Awards have enjoyed immense success, partly because it does not compete with other major award shows. PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are unknown until a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Oct

Apple Betty Day: October 5

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An Apple Betty is an apple pie without the crust, using sugar/butter crumbles instead. Some may refer to it as a cobbler or crumble. National Apple Betty Day is an unofficial holiday with no sponsor.

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Bed and Breakfast, Country Inn Day (US/CA): October 5

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The first Sunday in October recognizes all B&Bs, inns, and their keepers in the US and Canada through "National Country Inn, Bed & Breakfast Day," The event was created in 2005 by Tina Czarnota, the author of "Country Inn, Dead & Breakfast."

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Oct

Carry a Tune Week, Ntl (1746): October 5-11

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From William Billings and Woody Guthrie to John Denver, America has a rich history in music. National Carry a Tune Week is created by music preservationist Roger Hall to carry on the tradition of American music into the next generation. Use this week to sing some of your favorites and learn about the people who created our musical heritage—held annually during the week of songwriter William Billings' birthday, October 7, 1746. Billings was the first American choral composer.

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Oct

Chic Spy Day™ (1962): October 5

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Created in 2015, and on the anniversary of the release of the first James Bond film "Dr. No" on October 5, 1962, Chic Spy Day celebrates spy craft from real spies like John André, James Armistead Lafayette, Mata Hari, and Josephine Baker, to fictional spies including Spooks' Ros Meyers and Harry Pierce to Quantico's Alex Parrish and the granddaddy of them all, Ian Flemings James Bond. It's a day to live like a spy, James Bond style. Martini anyone?

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Oct

Chuseok (KR): October 5-7

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A FESTIVAL OF HARVEST, GRATITUDE AND TRADITION: KOREA'S CHUSEOK Chuseok, one of South Korea's most significant holidays, is a harvest festival celebrated to give thanks for the year's bounty. It is often called "Korean Thanksgiving" and occurs on the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar, usually in September or October. The history of Chuseok dates back over 1,000 years to the Silla Kingdom, where it was initially a celebration of the autumn harvest and a time for families to honor their ancestors. The holiday is deeply rooted in Korean culture, symbolizing gratitude for nature's blessings and the hard work of farmers. Families gather from across the country, traveling to their hometowns to pay respects to their ancestors through rituals such as charye (ancestor memorial services), where food offerings adorn ancestral graves. This expression of reverence reinforces the importance of family ties and ancestral heritage in Korean society. Chuseok embraces various customs, including preparing traditional foods like songpyeon (rice cakes filled with ingredients like sesame seeds or red beans) and jeon (savory pancakes). Festivities include folk games such as ssireum (Korean wrestling) and traditional dances like ganggangsullae, a circle dance performed under the full moon. People of all ages across the country, regardless of religion, observe the holiday as a time for familial bonding and cultural reflection. The importance of Chuseok to Korean culture lies in its emphasis on family, community and the acknowledgment of the agricultural cycle that sustains life. It is a time when modern Korean society pauses to reconnect with its roots, celebrate the harvest, and honor the traditions passed down through generations.

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Oct

Communion Sunday, World (C): October 5

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World Communion Sunday celebrates the Christian tradition of taking the sacrament. Holy Communion is the taking of the body and the blood of Christ represented as bread and wine. The ritual remembers the teachings of Jesus Christ and the new covenant established with humanity through Him. Communion Sunday encourages all Christian denominations to celebrate it on this day. Proceeds from the day go to support scholarship programs in poor communities.

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Oct

Daylight Savings (AU), Begins: October 5

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Daylight Savings in Australia’s Southern states commences on the 1st Sunday of October (Spring Forward ) and ends on the 1st Sunday in April (Fall Back). On this day, we move the clock one hour ahead at 2 AM in October or one hour back in April at 2 AM on Sunday. The saying, “spring forward, fall back,” is an excellent way to remember. The memory tool works in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. American Benjamin Franklin was the first to propose daylight savings time (DST) in 1784. Modern DST began in 1895. Throughout history, several variations were adopted, ranging from 30 minutes to two hours. Not everyone observes DST, which can make setting appointments very challenging. The primary purpose of DST is to make better use of daylight hours for farming, early morning activities (such as children walking to school in the light instead of dark), and saving energy. The closer one lives to the North and South Pole, the longer the period of daylight in the summer months. _______________________ Daylight Savings Above the Equator: United Kingdom, Albania, Adorra, Austria, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Holy See, Hungary, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Jersey, Kosovo, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, and Western Sahara: Last Sunday of March: Last Sunday, October United States, Bahamas, Canada, Cuba, Saint Pierre & Miquelon: 2nd Sunday, March; 1st Sunday of November Iran: Begins March 21/22; Ends September 20/21 Israel & Palestine: Friday before last Sunday, March; Last Sunday, October Jordan, Syria: Last Friday, March; Last Friday, October Mexico: 1st Sunday, April; Last Sunday, October _______________________ DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BELOW THE EQUATOR Australia—First Sunday of October (spring forward ); first Sunday in April (fall back). Brazil—Third Sunday in October; third Sunday in February. Chile—First or Second Sunday in September; first Sunday in April Fiji & Tonga—First Sunday of November; third Sunday of January. Namibia—First Sunday of September; first Sunday of April. New Zealand—Last Sunday of September; first Sunday of April. Paraguay—First Sunday of October; fourth Sunday of March. Samoa—Last Sunday of September; first Sunday of April.

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Oct

Daylight Savings (PY), Begins: October 5

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Daylight Savings in Paraguay commences on the 1st Sunday of October (Spring Forward) and ends on the 4th Sunday of March (Fall Back). On this day, we move the clock one hour ahead at 2 AM in October or one hour back in March at 2 AM on Sunday. The saying, “spring forward, fall back,” is an excellent way to remember. The memory tool works in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. American Benjamin Franklin was the first to propose daylight savings time (DST) in 1784. Modern DST began in 1895. Throughout history, several variations were adopted, ranging from 30 minutes to two hours. Not everyone observes DST, which can make setting appointments very challenging. The primary purpose of DST is to make better use of daylight hours for farming, early morning activities (such as children walking to school in the light instead of dark), and saving energy. The closer one lives to the North and South Pole, the longer the period of daylight in the summer months. _______________________ Daylight Savings Above the Equator: United Kingdom, Albania, Adorra, Austria, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Holy See, Hungary, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Jersey, Kosovo, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, and Western Sahara: Last Sunday of March: Last Sunday, October United States, Bahamas, Canada, Cuba, Saint Pierre & Miquelon: 2nd Sunday, March; 1st Sunday of November Iran: Begins March 21/22; Ends September 20/21 Israel & Palestine: Friday before last Sunday, March; Last Sunday, October Jordan, Syria: Last Friday, March; Last Friday, October Mexico: 1st Sunday, April; Last Sunday, October _______________________ DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BELOW THE EQUATOR Australia—First Sunday of October (spring forward ); first Sunday in April (fall back). Brazil—Third Sunday in October; third Sunday in February. Chile—First or Second Sunday in September; first Sunday in April Fiji & Tonga—First Sunday of November; third Sunday of January. Namibia—First Sunday of September; first Sunday of April. New Zealand—Last Sunday of September; first Sunday of April. Paraguay—First Sunday of October; fourth Sunday of March. Samoa—Last Sunday of September; first Sunday of April.

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Oct

Do Something Nice Day: October 5

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Do Something Nice Day is an unofficial event with no sponsor. Its purpose is to encourage us to try and be better people by taking care of someone's needs or problems. Over the years, via misinformation, it is possible that this day originated with Sweetest Day, the third Saturday in October. It is unusual to find two days with the same objective so close to each other on the calendar. Sweetest Day is an official day to "do something nice" for others. A candy company founded that day in 1922.

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Oct

Dupuytren Disease Awareness Day (1777): October 5

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Dupuytren Disease Awareness Day was created in 2017 on the birthday of surgeon Guillaume Dupuytren, October 5, 1777. From a press release: August 22, 2019, 10:35 ET Football Legend John Elway Reveals He has Dupuytren's Contracture and Wants Others to Get the "Facts on Hand" Dupuytren's contracture is a progressive hand condition that affects an estimated 16 million Americans. It is characterized by a buildup of collagen underneath the skin on the palms of the hand, causing one or more fingers to move into a bent position so they cannot be straightened. Because the condition can progress slowly, people may not pay attention to it until they can no longer straighten their fingers, complicating everyday activities – from writing one's name to shaking hands. "My hands are everything to me, but when I was diagnosed with Dupuytren's contracture nearly 15 years ago, I waited to get treatment because I assumed surgery was my only option," said Elway. "I've joined the Facts on Hand campaign not only to raise awareness about Dupuytren's contracture by sharing my story, but to spread the word about available treatments. Some people also mistakenly believe that surgery is their only option – but that may not be true. That's why it's so important to have a conversation with a hand specialist." Dupuytren's contracture can be mistaken for other conditions such as arthritis or trigger finger. Prior to the formation of a contracture, individuals may start to notice symptoms through the development of a lump or nodule on the palm. The condition most commonly impacts the ring and pinky finger and can occur in one or both hands. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/football-legend-john-elway-reveals-he-has-dupuytrens-contracture-and-wants-others-to-get-the-facts-on-hand-300905245.html.

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Oct

Emergency Nurses Week: October 5-11

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Since 1989, the Emergency Nurses Association has recognized the second Wednesday in October as Emergency Nurses Day, a day honoring emergency nurses for their commitment to patient care. In 2001, ENA expanded the celebration to devote an entire week to honoring emergency nurses because one day is not enough to recognize all contributions made by emergency nurses. During a year when the Zika virus, opioids and heroin, and the mental health crisis made national headlines, emergency nurses compassionately connected with and cared for their community of patients and coworkers. This week is about honoring these frontline workers in the healthcare field.

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Oct

Erntedankfest (DE): October 5

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Erntedankfest is the German day of thanksgiving for the harvest. This annual festival is celebrated by both Catholics and Protestants throughout the country, and it is a day of eating, libation, and reflection.

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Oct

Fire Prevention Week, Ntl. (1871): October 5-11

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National Fire Protection Week encourages people to learn how to prevent and protect against fires. The week marks the anniversary of two killer fires, The Great Chicago Fire and The Peshtigo Fire. Both fires began on the same day in the same year, along with three other major fires in the region. The Great Chicago Fire of October 8-10, 1871, killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres. October 9 represents the deadliest of the three days. The most devastating fire in American history remains Wisconsin's Peshtigo Fire, October 8, 1871. The fire only burned for one day but killed 1,200 - 2,400 people and charred over 1.2 million acres. Rain, after months of drought, put it out. The largest fire in the world included forests in two countries, Russia and China. The 1987 Black Dragon Fire scorched 2.5 million acres and is the deadliest forest fire in history in the People's Republic of China. One hundred ninety-one died by fire, 250 were injured, and 33,000 Chinese became homeless. For context, the second largest fire to date in the US, the 2021 Dixie Fire in California, burned 463,000 acres and killed one; the largest, Alaska's 2004 Taylor Complex Fire, killed 15 and burned 1.3 million acres. CAUSES OF FIRES According to the National Park Service (NPS), 85% of wildland fires and 94% of those threatening homes and businesses in the United States begin due to human activity. These activities include: Unattended campfires Burning debris Equipment use and malfunctions Discarded cigarettes Intentional acts of arson Home fires are caused predominantly by these activities: Cooking Portable heaters Electrical fires from bad wiring Careless smoking Unattended candles Chemicals Christmas trees HISTORY OF NATIONAL FIRE PREVENTION WEEK In 1920, President Woodrow Wilson issued the first National Fire Prevention Day Proclamation, and since 1922, Fire Prevention Week has been observed on Sunday through Saturday, including October 8. According to the National Archives and Records Administration's Library Information Center, Fire Prevention Week is the record's longest-running public health and safety observance. The President of the United States has signed a proclamation proclaiming a national observance during that week every year since 1925.

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Oct

G.O.E. Day, Ntl.: October 5

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GOE (Growth. Overcome. Empower) Day is aimed at fostering community solidarity, fostering learning, and carving out room for survivors, allies, and the general public, as well as any individuals working towards their personal healing, to share experiences that could aid others in overcoming trauma. The first Sunday of October's initial full weekend is set aside nationally to commemorate G.O.E. Day. On this day, which stands for Growth. Overcome. Empower. Day, we turn our attention to all forms of abuse, inclusive of domestic violence, while creating avenues for survivors to lend a hand to others through sharing their narratives of triumph.

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