Holidays and Observances - Page 2

Labor Day

Labor Day 2023

Updated: December 23, 2022

Labor Day is a national holiday, according to the U.S. Department of Labor official site, that exists as “a creation of the labor movement” dedicated to the “social and economic achievements of American workers.” Labor Day is always observed on the first Monday in September. This year, Labor Day falls on Monday, Sept. 4, 2023. […]

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National Correctional Officers Week

National Correctional Officers Week

Updated: November 2, 2022

Correctional officers are responsible for managing those who have been brought into custody by law enforcement. There are jobs requiring these skills for those who are incarcerated and awaiting trial, and there are corrections officers responsible for managing convicted criminals who are serving time. National Correctional Officers Week is recognized in the first full week […]

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Purple Heart Day

National Purple Heart Day 2023

Updated: December 23, 2022

Purple Heart Day is observed on Aug. 7 each year and is a time for Americans to remember and honor the brave men and women who were either wounded on the battlefield or paid the ultimate sacrifice with their lives. Purple Heart Day is also known as National Purple Heart Day, Purple Heart Recognition Day, […]

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Flag Day

Flag Day 2023

Updated: December 23, 2022

Flag Day is celebrated by Americans on June 14 each year and commemorates the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States. Many Americans celebrate Flag Day by displaying the Red, White and Blue in front of homes and businesses. Some communities, schools and veterans’ organizations hold Flag Day […]

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National Flag Week

National Flag Week

Updated: December 23, 2022

What is National Flag Week? An offshoot of Flag Day (see below) this week-long observance celebrating the creation of the United States Flag and its’ longevity grew naturally out of the one-day observance that has its’ origins as far back as the 100th anniversary of the creation of the Stars And Stripes. National Flag Day occurs […]

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National Moment of Remembrance

National Moment of Remembrance

Updated: June 29, 2022

Americans observe the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. every Memorial Day (the last Monday in May). It is intended to help Americans spend a brief, but significant time remembering the sacrifices of those who died as a result of military service. The purpose of Memorial Day is exactly what its name implies — […]

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Mother's Day

Mother’s Day 2023

Updated: December 23, 2022

Mothers who are members of the military community deserve special recognition for their love, dedication and sacrifice every day. Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate and honor the military wife and mother and/or a service member who’s also a mom. Mother’s Day is always the second Sunday in May. This year, it will […]

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flags in for Memorial Day

Memorial Day 2023

Updated: December 23, 2022

Memorial Day will be celebrated Monday, May 29, 2023. It is a federal holiday observed on the last Monday in May and commemorates the men and women who died while in military service. Pay tribute to the U.S. men and women who died during military service by observing a national moment of remembrance with a […]

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Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day 2023

Updated: December 23, 2022

Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May. Thanks to President Harry S. Truman, it’s a day to pay special tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces. President Truman led the effort to establish a holiday in order for citizens to unite and honor our military heroes for their […]

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Presidential Inauguration Day

Presidential Inauguration Day

Updated: April 15, 2022

There are many ceremonies held at the nation’s capitol, but Presidential Inauguration Day is the one Americans likely know best, and there are some fascinating facts surrounding Inauguration Day. The next Presidential Inauguration Day will be on Jan. 20, 2025. Did you know that in 2017 with the inauguration of the 45th President of the […]

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