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108th day and 16th week in 2011
Zodiac: Aries (3/21 - 4/20) ♈
Chinese year: rabbit 兔
Day Events
State Holiday Patriots' Day (Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, North Dakota)
Patriots' Day is a civic holiday observed in certain U.S. states, primarily Massachusetts and Maine, to commemorate the Battles of Lexington and Concord, which marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War in 1775. The day typically involves reenactments, parades, and ceremonies to honor the brave patriots who fought for American independence. In Massachusetts, the Boston Marathon is also held annually on Patriots' Day. Patriots' Day is a time for reflection on the sacrifices made by early American colonists and an opportunity to celebrate the spirit of freedom and independence that played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's history.
Passover (Pesach)
Passover, or Pesach, is a significant Jewish festival commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, as narrated in the Book of Exodus. Lasting for seven or eight days, depending on tradition, Passover begins with a Seder meal where symbolic foods and rituals are shared. The festival emphasizes themes of freedom, redemption, and renewal. Families and communities come together for prayers, storytelling, and feasting on unleavened bread (matzah). Passover serves as a time for reflection, gratitude, and the transmission of cultural heritage, symbolizing the triumph of hope and resilience over adversity.
Day Information
This day was 4971 day ago, today is 11/26/2024.
Moon: waning, moon phase is full moon, age 15 days, new moon May 2, full moon April 17.
Date ISO 8601 format: 2011-04-18T01:45:24-07:00
UTC date and time: 2011-04-18 08:45:24
Unix time: 1303116324
Sun information in Los Angeles
Sunrise: 6:16 AM
Sunset: 7:27 PM
At zenith: 12:52 PM
Length of day: 13h 10m