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2018-19 Observances.pdf
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- OBSERVANCES AND RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS 2018-19 SCHOOL YEAR JULY 2018 American Heritage Month 1 Canada Day – Celebrates the creation of the dominion of Canada through the signing of the British North America Act on July 1, 1867. - Idea began in 1882 from a desire by the Central Labor Union to create a day off for the “working man.” 3 Krishna Janmashtami – Celebrating the birthday of Krishna, the 8th incarnation of god Vishnu, who destroyed the evil king Kansa. - People exchange cards and gifts in many areas of the Muslim community. - People observe the holiday with special prayer meetings and food offerings to the gods at home or in temples. - 8 Columbus Day – A day to commemorate ...
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