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Bob Marley Day

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 09:03:40 -0600

Start: Feb 6 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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Bob Marley Day: The Reggae Tradition Continues

Bob Marley is a legend in the music industry who popularized reggae music (a style of music that emerged in Jamaica) and has inspired and captivated people from all cultures and walks of life through his songs. In 1991, Bob Marley Day was officially set on his birthday, February 6 to commemorate and give tribute to this great man.

International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 20:08:35 -0600

Start: Jan 27 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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Remembering Evil: International Holocaust Remembrance Day

On November 1, 2005, the United Nations Genera Assembly declared through an official resolution that January 27 is to become the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. On this day, every member country of the United Nations is required to commemorate the effect of the evil that befell more than a million Jews. This day is to stand witness for all time, about the culpability that humans are capable of inflicting on their fellow humans.

Burns Supper

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 19:22:51 -0600

Start: Jan 25 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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Burns Supper: The Poetry of the Scots

Burns supper or Burns Night is a Scotland celebration usually held on or close to Robert Burns’ birthday January 25. Burns is best known for his poem version of Auld Lang Syne. This practice was started by the poet’s friends to commemorate his death. Nowadays, it is being celebrated by the admirers of his work or those who merely followed on their parents’ traditions.

Random Acts of Kindness Day

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 19:11:00 -0600

Start: Feb 17 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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A Day for Random Acts of Kindness

Wouldn’t it be great if people start doing random acts of kindness for a whole day? Why, the world would be such a wonderful place if only people would do that. Just imagine, your next door neighbor would offer to mow your lawn for you, your aunt would offer to baby-sit for the kids while you and your wife go on a romantic dinner, your little sister would stop pestering you for a while, and your boss would not be such a slave driver for a day and would actually give you a few breaks. Of course, you wouldn’t just take and take and take. You would also give your share of kindness. You could try helping that old woman cross the street, you could give a toy to that little girl who is bawling her eyes out, you could buy some flowers for your wife or you could give your mother a call and ask her how she is and update her about the things that have been happening in your life.

Michael Bolton's Birthday

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 17:34:39 -0600

Start: Feb 26 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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The Ballad of Michael Bolton

Michael Bolton draws thousands of fans, young and old alike because of his magnificent talent in singing and delivering heart-wrenching and powerful music to lovers and friends alike. He has since sold over 53 million albums and earned recognition from award giving bodies like the prestigious Grammy Music Awards and the American Music Awards throughout his career.

National Tooth Fairy Day

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:44:27 -0600

Start: Feb 28 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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A Celebration of the National Tooth Fairy Day...

The tooth fairy is a myth that can be traced back to the culture of the Americans and the Europeans. This character is said to be filled with magical mystery and generosity. Children all over the world believe that the tooth fairy gives coins and money in exchange for their milk teeth after it has fallen off. Children put their baby teeth in a tooth box and place them underneath their pillows at night and the next day would find money or a gift in exchange for the teeth. Even if a child loses his teeth without putting it underneath his pillow, it is believed that the tooth fairy magically knows and will still leave a gift for him at night.

Sammy Kershaw's Birthday

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 23:02:53 -0600

Start: Feb 24 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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The Music of Sammy Kershaw

Sammy Kershaw was born Samuel Paul Kershaw on February 24, 1958 in Kaplan, Louisiana. He is a well-known American Country and Western music singer and a songwriter to date. His music made a great impact on country music lovers all around the United States.

Tea Leoni's Birthday

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 21:55:07 -0600

Start: Feb 25 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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The Captivating Tea Leoni

An accomplished actress, a loving mother and a devoted wife; this is Tea Leoni. Her name is pronounced as “TAY-uh” and means goddess in Greek. She lives her namesake with much aplomb and character. Tea Leoni even has her own asteroid, the 8299 Tealeoni named after her. Without a doubt, this woman has surely captivated millions with her beauty in the inside as well as outside.

Mary Lou Retton's Birthday

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 21:42:39 -0600

Start: Jan 24 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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The American Gymnast Mary Lou Retton

Determination is nearly synonymous with Mary Lou Retton, a gymnast who would one day become the first ever USA gymnast to win the Olympic all-around title.

Jonny Lang's Birthday

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 21:28:19 -0600

Start: Jan 29 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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The American Blues Singer and Guitarist Jonny Lang

Jonny Lang was born Jon Gordon Langseth, Jr. on January 29, 1981 in Fargo, North Dakota. Little did his parents know that their child would one day become one of United States of America’s leading blues singers who can charm the hearts of many followers that love emotional soulful music like nothing else in the world.

Justin Timberlakes Birthday

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 22:34:41 -0600

Start: Jan 31 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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Singing with Justin Timberlake

This former front man of N’Sync has come a long way from being the boyband singer that his fans used to know. There proved to be a better life after his N’Sync days, and in 2002 he released his first solo album (Justified) shortly followed by his second in 2006 with FutureSex/LoveSounds. His life is one fascinating story of successes.

Nirvana Day

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 16:39:19 -0600

Start: Feb 15 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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Nirvana Day: A Buddhist Festival

Buddhism has been viewed as being enlightened with life and its worth. It teaches rebirth and followers believe that life is influenced by past karma. It directs to a way of life that shuns self indulgence and self centeredness. Buddhism has no supreme god or deity and is simply a way of life for its followers.

Howard Jones Feb 23 1955

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 22:58:51 -0600

Start: Feb 23 2009 - 12:00am

Timezone: US/Eastern

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England’s Pride: Howard Jones

Howard Jones was born John Howard Jones on February 23, 1955 at Southampton England to proud parents John and Thelma Jones. He is the first of the four boys blessed to this couple. He grew up in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire and attended the Royal Grammar School there. He later attended the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester.