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Calendar Day; September 26, 2013

European Day of Languages
September 26, 2013 in Europe

The European Day of Languages is celebrated on September 26, 2013. It is a day to alert the public to the importance of language learning to increase pluralism and intercultural understanding. Furthermore it shall provide the rich linguistic and cultural diversity of Europe and encourage lifelong language learning. The day is celebrated annually.

The European Day of Languages was proclaimed by the Council of Europe on December 6, 2001, the end of the year of European languages (2001). On this day a range of events are organizes across Europe. Among this are happenings for children, television and radio programs as well as language classes and conferences.

There are about 225 indigenous languages in Europe – roughly 3% of the world’s total. Since the end of the 18th century, the most widespread language of Europe (both in terms of geography and the number of native speakers) has been Russian, which replaced French.

Where is European Day of Languages?
Nationwide Europe

Johnny Appleseed Day
September 26, 2013 in the USA

Johnny Appleseed Day honors one of America’s great legends. Johnny Appleseed was a real person. John Chapman was among the American settlers who were captivated by the movement west across the continent. As Johnny Appleseed travelled west, he planted apple trees along the way, and sold trees to settlers. With every apple tree that was planted, the legend grew.

Johnny Appleseed: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Appleseed

Where is Johnny Appleseed Day?
Nationwide USA