Wednesday, March 1, 1786

Published holidays observed on this date.

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Wednesday, March 1

Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the season of preparation leading up to Easter Sunday. Its date changes each year because it is observed 46 days before Easter, falling…

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Religious

Wednesday, March 1

Lent

Lent is a meaningful Christian observance of reflection, prayer, and spiritual preparation leading up to Easter Sunday. It commemorates the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the…

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