Wed - Aug 11 -- Thu - Sep 09
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Ramadan: Muslim
Ramadan takes place in the the 9th month on the Islamic calendar. In 2010 it begins Wednesday, August 11 and will continue for 30 days until Thursday, September 9. It is devoted to the commemoration of Muhammad's reception of the divine revelation recorded in the Qur'an. This event begins when authorties in Saudi Arabia sight the new moon of the 9th month. It is the holiest period of the Islamic Year. There is strict fasting from sunrise to sunset. |
Thu - Sep 02
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Janmashtami:Hindu
Janmashtami is the joyful celebration of Lord Krishna's birth. Major celebrations of Krishna Janmashtami takes place at midnight as Krishna is said to have made his divine appearance in that hour. Fasting, bhajans, pujas and many other rituals mark Janmashtami celebrations in India. |
Sun - Sep 05
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Laylat-al-Qadr: Muslim
This event is one of the most blessed of all nights in the Islamic calendar year. Laylat al Qadr is also known as the Night of Power or the Night of Destiny. It commemorates the night when God (Allah) revealed the Qur’an (or Koran), which is the Islamic holy book, to the prophet Muhammad (also known as Mohammad), according to Islamic belief. |
Mon - Sep 06
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Labor Day
This holiday began in 1882, originating from a desire by the Central Labor Union to create a day off for the "working man". It is still celebrated mainly as a day of rest. Over the years, it has evolved from a purely labor union celebration into a general "last fling of summer" festival. |
Wed - Sep 08
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International Literacy Day
September 8 was proclaimed International Literacy Day by UNESCO on November 17, 1965, with the objective of highlighting the importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies. On this day each year, UNESCO reminds the international community of the status of literacy and adult learning globally. |
Thu - Sep 09 -- Fri - Sep 10
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Rosh Hashanah: Jewish New Year
Rosh Hashanah is often referred to as the beginning of the Jewish New Year.Rosh Hashanah(when all living things are judged) literally meaning the head of the year, commemorates the anniversary of the creation of the world. It is celebrated on the first and second days of the seventh Hebrew month, Tishri. Depending on the solar calendar, Rosh Hashanah occurs in September or October. This is a time of introspection, abstinence, prayer and penitence. The story of Abraham is read, the ram's horn is sounded, and special foods are prepared and shared. |
Fri - Sep 10
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Eid ul-Fitr, Islamic (Ramadan ends)
Islamic event marking the close of Ramadan. It is a festival of thanksgiving to Allah for enjoying the month of Ramadan. It involves wearing finest clothing, saying prayers, and fostering understanding with other religions. |
Fri - Sep 10 -- Sat - Sep 11
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South Central Minnesota Pride Festival, Mankato
Friday: 8 p.m.- 1 a.m."Queeraoke" Pride Party, Pub 500
Saturday: 11:15 Pride Parade
noon-6 p.m.: Mankato Pridefest!, Riverfront Park (Music, exhibits, food, drink, and more)
8 p.m.-Midnight: Pridefest Dance, Morson Ario VFW, 1920 Riverfront Drive
For more information, visit www.scmnpride.org |
Sat - Sep 11
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Patriot Day/Day of Remembrance
Patriot Day is observed in honor of the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States that occurred on September 11, 2001. |
Wed - Sep 15 -- Fri - Oct 15
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Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month begins September 15, the anniversary of independence for 5 Latin American countries—Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico declared its independence on September 16, and Chile on September 18. In September 1968, Congress authorized President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heritage Week. The observance was expanded in 1988 to a monthlong celebration (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15). America celebrates the culture and traditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean. Sept. 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration because it is the anniversary of independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on Sept. 16 and Sept. 18, respectively. |
Thu - Sep 16
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Mexican Independence Day
El Grito every 16th of September is the day Mexicans all over the world celebrate Mexico’s independence from Spanish rule. |
Fri - Sep 17
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Constitution Day/Citizenship Day
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is a combined event that is annually observed in the United States on September 17. This event commemorates the formation and signing of the Constitution of the United States on September 17, 1787. It also recognizes all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become US citizens. 2010 is the 223rd anniversary of our nation's founding document. On February 29, 1952, President Harry Truman signed a bill establishing September 17 as Citizenship Day. The choice of September 17 for this observance commemorates the events of September 17, 1787, when the United States Constitution was signed by delegates from 12 states at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This day celebrates our Supreme Law of the Land as the oldest working Constitution in the world. |
Sat - Sep 18
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Yom Kippur: Jewish
The name "Yom Kippur" means "Day of Atonement." It is a day set aside to "afflict the soul," to atone for the sins of the past year. It is probably the most important holiday of the Jewish year. Many Jews who do not observe any other Jewish custom will refrain from work, fast and/or attend synagogue services on this day. |
Sat - Sep 18
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
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Cohort 7 PRW Training
Training includes classroom instruction, observation, and co-facilitation practice with an experienced team member, which aids new facilitators in custom-designed classroom presentations. For more information, contact: Greater Mankato Diversity, Council at 385-6654 or 385-6653. |
Tue - Sep 21
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International Day of Peace
The International Day of Peace, established by a United Nations resolution in 1981 to coincide with the opening of the General Assembly, was first inaugurated on the third Tuesday of September, 1982. In 2002, the UN General Assembly set 21 September as the now permanent date for the International Day of Peace. It decided that it would be appropriate "to devote a specific time to concentrate the efforts of the United Nations and its Member States, as well as of the whole of mankind, to promoting the ideals of peace and to giving positive evidence of their commitment to peace in all viable ways. This day should be devoted to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples. |
Tue - Sep 21
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
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Cohort 7 PRW Training
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Wed - Sep 22
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Harvest Moon Festival: China
No one can be sure of the origin of the Harvest Moon Festival (also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival). The origin was romanticised by the legendary story of Chang Er, who was believed to have taken a pill, become a fairy and flown to the moon to escape from the pursuit of her husband. It was thought that we could see Chang Er on the moon when it is at its brightest in mid-autumn (i.e. the fifteenth day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar). The exact date in the Western calendar changes from year to year but it is approximately in September. The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the few most important holidays in the Chinese calendar. |
Wed - Sep 22
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Autumn Equinox/First Day of Autumn
The Fall Equinox marks the first day of fall. Like its spring counterpart, the Fall Equinox represents another day of the year when day and night last almost exactly the same amount of time. |
Thu - Sep 23 -- Wed - Sep 29
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Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles): Jewish
The Festival of Sukkot begins on Tishri 15, the fifth day after Yom Kippur. It is quite a drastic transition, from one of the most solemn holidays in our year to one of the most joyous. Sukkot is so unreservedly joyful that it is commonly referred to in Jewish prayer and literature as Z'man Simchateinu, the Season of our Rejoicing. |
Thu - Sep 23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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Cohort 7 PRW Training
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Fri - Sep 24
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Native American Day
This day (the fourth Friday in September) is set aside to honor and celebrate Native Americans, the first Americans to live in the U.S. Still commonly referred to as American Indians, the term "Native Americans" has been used in recent years as a sign of respect and recognition that they were indeed the first people to populate our wonderful nation. |
Tue - Sep 28
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Confucius' Birthday: Chinese
Confucius was a Chinese thinker and social philosopher, whose teachings and philosophy have deeply influenced Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Vietnamese thought and life. His philosophy emphasized personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice and sincerity. |
Wed - Sep 29
6:00 PM - 8:45 PM |
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Cohort 7 PRW Training
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Thu - Sep 30
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Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah: Jewish
Shemini Atzeret is dedicated to the love of God. It celebrates the completion of the annual cycle of reading of the Torah and marks the beginning of the rainy season following the harvest in Israel. The prayer for rain, Tefilat Geshem, is the only ritual that is unique to Shemini Atzeret. This holiday is celebrated on the eighth day of Succot. In Israel, it is celebrated for one day in combination with Simchat Torah. But in the Diaspora, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah are separated, with Shemini Atzeret celebrated on the eighth day, and Simchat Torah on the ninth day. |
