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Hispanic Heritage Month
Why is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated from September 15 through October 15? September 15 is independence day for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. September 16 is independence day for Mexico. September 18 is independence day for Chile. October 12 is Dia de la Raza (Columbus Day). For links to information on Hispanic Heritage …
Women’s History Month
California was the first state to celebrate Women’s History Month. Beginning in 1978, “Women’s History Week” was celebrated in Sonoma County. In 1987 Congress expanded the celebration to a month. March was declared Women’s History Month. Learn more…
