HOLIDAYS IN AMERICA

The following are the most popular holidays.

New Year's Day (January 1 ) - Many people celebrate the beginning of the year with a party for family and friends.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (2nd Monday in January ) - Celebrating the birthday of this famous civil rights leader.
Valentine's Day (February 14 ) - A day for friends and lovers to give cards and gifts to one another.
Presidents' Day (3rd Monday in February ) - A day honoring presidents of the U.S., especially George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, who were born in February.
Saint Patrick's Day (March 17 ) - Holiday named after Saint Patrick, who brought Christianity to Ireland. Many people wear green on this day to represent Ireland.
Good Friday (in March or April , based on lunar calendar) - On this day, Christians remember the death of Jesus Christ.
Easter (Sunday after Good Friday ) - On this special day, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Memorial Day (last Monday in May ) - A day to honor Americans who have died, especially those killed in war.
Independence Day (July 4 ) - Also called the Fourth of July, celebrates the beginning of the United States as a nation.
Labor Day (1st Monday in September ) - Honors working people.
Halloween (October 31 ) - A day when people emphasize scary things, wear costumes, and have parties. Children wear costumes and collect candy from neighbors. Many Christians have alternative celebrations to Halloween.
Thanksgiving Day (4th Thursday in November ) - A day for families to gather for a big feast (usually including turkey). For Christians, it is a special day of thanksgiving to God.
Christmas (December 25 ) - On this day, Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Most people celebrate this day by giving gifts to one another.