American holidays
Super Bowl Sunday
Date: First Sunday in February
On this day, Americans gather to watch the Super Bowl, the championship of professional American football. Many others watch the game to enjoy the commercials as many companies vie to have the wittiest commercial.
Presidents' Day
Date: Third Monday in February
On the third Monday of February, Americans celebrate Presidents' Day in honor of the first president, George Washington's birthday. It is typically remembered in schools, but not overly celebrated.
Earth Day
Date: April 22
Earth Day is when Americans celebrate the earth and oceans. On this day, many communities, businesses, and schools will work together to do community service by cleaning their neighborhoods, roads, and parks of debris. It is also a good day to remember the importance of recycling.
Nurses Day
Date: May 6
A day to thank nurses for their hard work in doctors' offices and hospitals. Unfortunately, this day isn't celebrated nearly enough, and nurses often go without thanks for their work.
Citizenship Day (Constitution Day)
Date: September 17
Citizenship Day marks the anniversary of when the US Constitution was first ratified. On this date in 1787, delegates at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia signed the Constitution.
Columbus Day
Date: Second Monday in October
Columbus Day marks the anniversary of the day that Christopher Columbus "discovered" North America in 1492. On this day, some Americans choose to celebrate a different holiday, Indigenous Peoples Day, instead.
Thanksgiving
Date: Fourth Thursday in November
Thanksgiving is a day for remembrance and thankfulness, in commemoration of the harvest and of pilgrims' first feast with the Native Americans. Many Americans get together with their families for a large meal (typically a turkey dinner) and recite things for which they are thankful.
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