August holidays

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Ramadan

Aug 01

It’s a whole month of Muslim commemoration: Ramadan! Ramadan changes every year in relation to the western calendar, which means that it can happen in either the summer or winter. Ramadan is intended to serve as a period of reflection. Ramadan comes from the Arabic root word “rmd”, which refers to something hot... read more

It’s a whole month of Muslim commemoration: Ramadan! Ramadan changes every year in relation to the western calendar, which means
that it can happen in either the summer or winter. Ramadan is intended to serve
as a period of reflection.

Ramadan comes from the Arabic root word “rmd”, which refers to something hot or
scorched; or perhaps in this case to how exhausted Ramadan observers feel at the end. It
is signaled by the rising of the first crescent moon, coinciding with the symbol of Islam.

The month of Ramadan was chosen as it is commonly believed to be the month in which
the Koran was brought down from heaven, prompting many during Ramadan to wish that
God had waited another month. Aside from the tradition of fasting, Ramadan is a time
for ceremonial Koran readings, organized charitable events, and the traditional sunset
feast of Iftar. Ramadan culminates with Eid ul-Fitr, a three day celebration at the end
of the month. The final day of this festival is known as the day of Eid, in which the fast
ends and it is actually forbidden not to eat, though this is hardly a necessary prohibition
for the ravenous Ramadan observers. Eid ul-Fitr (or just Eid for short) is also a time to
give small gifts, especially to children, and also a popular time to send cards or greetings
of “Eid Mubarak” – blessed Eid. The important thing is that Ramadan is a time for all
Muslims to celebrate their religion, from the first fast to the end of Eid, even if they don’t
get to go as crazy with the gift giving as the Christians do. So take some time out to send
a message to loved ones. The best part is, you have all month to do it!
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Sister's Day

Aug 05

It’s a day you shouldn’t miss: the day to celebrate your sis! Sisters’ Day is a day for everyone with a sister or who is a sister to celebrate. Arriving every year on the first Sunday of every August, it’s the perfect time to set aside your sibling rivalry and kick back with your sympathetic sibling to sip some... read more

It’s a day you shouldn’t miss: the day to celebrate your sis! Sisters’ Day is a day for
everyone with a sister or who is a sister to celebrate. Arriving every year on the first
Sunday of every August, it’s the perfect time to set aside your sibling rivalry and
kick back with your sympathetic sibling to sip some lemonade or some other sisterly
activity. And it’s also a great time to let your sister know you’re thinking of her, and you
appreciate her help throughout your life. It’s common to send sisters a message or card
for Sisters’ Day, though it’s recommended not to send any cards saying “Mom loves me
more.”

The celebration of Sisters ‘Day remains relatively informal. Though rumored to have
roots that go as far back as ancient India, it still has received little official recognition.
However, plenty of people still choose to celebrate it; after all, how can we forget the one
person who has been there for us, even after our parents put us on a time out? Though it
may not be as well organized as the parental holidays, your sis will surely still appreciate
a friendly greeting on Sisters’ Day – you might even take Sisters’ Day as an opportunity
to apologize for all those noogies you gave her, even if she deserved them.
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Sister's Day

Aug 05

It’s a day you shouldn’t miss: the day to celebrate your sis! Sisters’ Day is a day for everyone with a sister or who is a sister to celebrate. Arriving every year on the first Sunday of every August, it’s the perfect time to set aside your sibling rivalry and kick back with your sympathetic sibling to sip some... read more

It’s a day you shouldn’t miss: the day to celebrate your sis! Sisters’ Day is a day for
everyone with a sister or who is a sister to celebrate. Arriving every year on the first
Sunday of every August, it’s the perfect time to set aside your sibling rivalry and
kick back with your sympathetic sibling to sip some lemonade or some other sisterly
activity. And it’s also a great time to let your sister know you’re thinking of her, and you
appreciate her help throughout your life. It’s common to send sisters a message or card
for Sisters’ Day, though it’s recommended not to send any cards saying “Mom loves me
more.”

The celebration of Sisters ‘Day remains relatively informal. Though rumored to have
roots that go as far back as ancient India, it still has received little official recognition.
However, plenty of people still choose to celebrate it; after all, how can we forget the one
person who has been there for us, even after our parents put us on a time out? Though it
may not be as well organized as the parental holidays, your sis will surely still appreciate
a friendly greeting on Sisters’ Day – you might even take Sisters’ Day as an opportunity
to apologize for all those noogies you gave her, even if she deserved them.
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National Aviation Day

Aug 19

The National Aviation Day (August 19) is a United States national observation that celebrates the development of aviation. The holiday was established in 1939 by Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who issued a presidential proclamation which designated the anniversary of Orville Wright's birthday to be National Aviation Day... read more

The National Aviation Day (August 19) is a United States national observation that celebrates the development of aviation.
The holiday was established in 1939 by Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who issued a presidential proclamation which designated the anniversary of Orville Wright's birthday to be National Aviation Day (Mr. Wright, born in 1871, was still alive when the proclamation was first issued, and would live another nine years). The proclamation was codified (USC 36:A:I:118), and it allows the sitting US President to proclaim August 19 as National Aviation Day each year, if desired. His/her proclamation may direct all federal buildings and installations to fly the US flag on that day, and may encourage citizens to observe the day with activities that promote interest in aviation.
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Women's Equality Day

Aug 26

The date was selected to commemorate the 1920 passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote. This was the culmination of a massive, peaceful civil rights movement by women that had its formal beginnings in 1848 at the world’s first women’s rights convention, in Seneca Falls, New... read more

The date was selected to commemorate the 1920 passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote. This was the culmination of a massive, peaceful civil rights movement by women that had its formal beginnings in 1848 at the world’s first women’s rights convention, in Seneca Falls, New York.

The observance of Women’s Equality Day not only commemorates the passage of the 19th Amendment, but also calls attention to women’s continuing efforts toward full equality. Workplaces, libraries, organizations, and public facilities now participate with Women’s Equality Day programs, displays, video showings, or other activities.
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