HeartwingsandFriends.com - Tasha's AstroPlanner (October)

	Holidays & Other Interesting events happening in OCTOBER: Holidays and Other Cool Events brought to you by Doc Dingley
	Month Long October Events: Filipino American History Month (in United States) National Arts & Humanities Month (in United States) National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (in United States) National Disability Employment Awareness Month (in United States) National Sexuality Education Month (in United States) Major League Baseball Post Season
	Cultural Celebrations National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th to October 15th in United States) Polish American Heritage Month
	Health Observances National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (in United States) Campaign for Healthier Babies Month Celiac Sprue Awareness Month National Dental Hygiene Month (in United States) National Down Syndrome Awareness Month (in United States) Health Literacy Month Healthy Lung Month National Infertility Awareness Month (in United States) National Lupus Erythematosus Awareness Month (in United States) National Orthodontic Health Month (in United States) National Physical Therapy Month (in United States) National Spina Bifida Awareness Month (in United States) National Spinal Health Month (in United States) Rett Syndrome Awareness Month (in United States) Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month (in United States) World Blindness Awareness Month
	Other Names For October: In Latin, October is called Octubre, or VIIIber (where VIII is the Roman number 8, in Latin "octo"). The name is due to the fact that it was the 8th month in the early Julian calendar beginning in March. In Albanian, October is called Tetor In Arabic, October is called tashrîn al-awwal in the Middle East and uktûbîr in North-Africa. In Slovak, October is called október. In Czech, October is called říjen. The origin of this name is in the deer's belling in this month. A traditional Dutch name for October is Wijnmaand ("wine month") because the first wines of the year have ripened. In Finnish, October is called lokakuu, meaning "month of dirt". In German, October is called Oktober. In Scottish Gaelic, October is called an Damhar, meaning "rutting time" (of stags). In Hungarian, October is called Október. In Irish, October is called Deireadh Fómhair, meaning "end of harvest-time". In Italian, October is called ottobre. In Turkish, October is called Ekim, meaning "sowing" because of the sowing of wheat. In the old Japanese calendar, the 10th month was called Kannazuki (神無月, Kannazuki^? also pronounced Kaminazuki), literally meaning the godless month, due to an old belief that in that month, the gods gathered in one spot to discuss the affairs of the world. Thus, in that month, the gods were inaccessible. (It actually means, "month of the gods", however, as the "na" is actually a possessive particle and the 無 character is ateji.) In Croatian, October is called Listopad, meaning leaves list fall pad. In French, October is called "octobre". In Spanish, October is called "octubre". In Polish, October is called "Październik". In Romanian, October is called "Octombrie" In Russian, October is called "Октябрь" In Lithuanian, October is called Spalis. In Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Dutch and German, October is called Oktober. In Portuguese, October is called "Outubro". In Welsh, October is called "Hydref", meaning "autumn". In Icelandic, October is called október. In Korean, it is called "Sib-weol" meaning the tenth month In Chinese, October is called Shíyuè（十月）also meaning the tenth month.
	October Events and Holidays Children's Book Week (England) - First Week of October National Day (China, People's Republic of) -October 1 Independence Day in the Republic Of Cyprus October 1 Independence Day in Nigeria- October 1 International Day of Non-Violence - October 2 German Unity Day (Germany) - October 3 Proclamation of Portuguese Republic (Portugal) - October 5 International World Teachers' day - October 5 Independence day in Nigeria and Chris Parker's birthday. Armed Forces Day in Egypt commemorating the Yom Kippur War- October 6 Independence day in Croatia - October 8 National Day of Spain - October 12 (Discovery of America) Thanksgiving (Canada) - Second Monday of October Health and Sports Day (Japan) - Second Monday of October Columbus Day (Most of United States) - Second Monday of October World Food Day - October 16 Constitution Day in Niue - October 19 Apple Day - October 21 Remembering the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 - October 23 United Nations Day - October 24 Day of the Romanian Army - October 25 Independence Day in St. Vincent & the Grenadines - October 27 Independence Day in Turkmenistan - October 27 Navy Day (United States) - October 27 Ochi Day (No Day) in Greece - October 28 Republic Day in Turkey October 29 Halloween, Samhain - October 31
	October is the tenth month of the year in the Gregorian Calendar and one of seven Gregorian months with 31 days
	In Latin, octo means "eight". October was also the eight month in the Roman calendar until a month less winter period was divided between January and February
Trivia:
	In the nineteenth century, the month of October was dedication to devotion to the rosary in Roman Catholic countries
	The month October has become famous as "Red October", due to the Russian October revolution of 1917, although in the modern Gregorian calendar, the revolution started in November
	Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving (Canada) on the second Monday of October
	October is the most common birth month, along with July
	International Teachers Day is celebrated October 5th (2010)
	Columbus Day is celebrated October 11th (2010)
	National Boss Day is celebrated October 16th (2010)
	Mother-In-Law Day is celebrated the 4th Sunday of the month, October 24th (2010)
	Halloween is celebrated October 31st. Halloween is celebrated in several countries of the Western world, most commonly in Ireland (where it originated), the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, Japan, New Zealand, and occasionally in parts of Australia. In Sweden the All Saints' official holiday takes place on the first Saturday of November.
	October begins on the same day of the week as January in common years and May in leap years
	October's flower is the calendula or cosmos.
	October's birthstone is the opal or tourmaline
More:	Bizarre & Unique Holidays for (October): ThinkQuest.Org - Holiday Insights.Com - Brownie Locks

Day	Date	Astrology
Fri	1st	The month begins with a gentle reminder to weigh the benefits of both sides before making any decisions.
Sat	2nd	Romanic Leo Moon suggests having fun with loved ones, other aspects indicate a potential for unusual news or communications that create change.
Sun	3rd	Mercury into Libra for several weeks inclines us all to look at all sides of an issue. Today, plan to enjoy the beauty and creativity freely available.
Mon	4th	An Afternoon Virgo Moon suggests we get busy and organize ourselves. Evening energy can be strenuous; avoid conflicts that turn bad.
Tue	5th	International World Teachers Day - Use strenuous energies to accomplish something difficult yet important.
Wed	6th	Use the afternoon gentle Libra Moon to help harmonize feelings and create bridges.
Thur	7th	New Moon in equitable Libra suggests we all take the next couple of weeks to add balance to our lives, avoid extremes, and harmonize relationships.
Fri	8th	Venus turns retrograde for a time indicating old relationships can resurface, old choices get reviewed. Today, focus is easier and can be applied to whatever communication or travel plans you make.
Sat	9th	Moon in sexy Scorpio suggests having passionate fun tonight.
Sun	10th	Good feelings are in the wind and accessible to all.
Mon	11th	Columbus Day (U.S) and Thanksgiving (Canada) - Good feelings are in the wind and accessible to all.
Tue	12th	Plan to entertain clients, family or friends in your home or at a restaurant.
Wed	13th	Moon in Practical Capricorn suggests attention to detail pays off.
Thur	14th	Doing what is needed around the home or office gains extra good results today.
Fri	15th	Moon in quirky Aquarius suggests you plan something off beat and unique.
Sat	16th	National Boss Day - A lovely day to speak with friends and communicate with groups of which you are a part.
Sun	17th	Take a walk to a brook or water source to throw in a penny or use any other ritual you like to make a wish.
Mon	18th	Moon in compassionate Pisces suggests an emphasis on helping those in need.
Tue	19th	Today could bring confusion, be sure to tell the truth at all times.
Wed	20th	Mercury into devious Scorpio for a while suggests taking the time to discover the truth behind the evasion. Today, good luck attends those who act boldly.
Thur	21st	Moon in innovative Aries suggests making any beginnings you have been considering. This evening be careful to whom you give your trust.
Fri	22nd	Full Moon in Aries makes for excitement. Be mindful of scams, think through carefully any changes you are making.
Sat	23rd	Sun into Scorpio for the month brings energy for change and renewal. For today, earthy Taurus Moon makes for focus on gardens and shopping.
Sun	24th	Mother-In-Law Day (celebrated the 4th Sunday of the month) - A great day to do something you have never done before. Plan unusual activities or athletic efforts.
Mon	25th	A graceful day to plan for an art project or artistic effort, or simply to share love with others.
Tue	26th	Chatty Gemini Moon says communicate and enjoy spreading the news. In addition, if change is needed the energy is there for it.
Wed	27th	Finish up errands in the morning, tender Cancer Moon in the afternoon suggests kind attention to parents or parental figures.
Thur	28th	Mars moves into Sagittarius bringing an emphasis on athletics and travel for those so inclined. Later, kindness flows freely and enjoyably.
Fri	29th	Kindness continues, you can add to it if you wish. Smooth energy prevails.
Sat	30th	Playful Leo Moon suggests having fun with loved ones or with children—yours or others'.
Sun	31st	Halloween - Parties and Halloween frolic hold sway with joyous energy and fun to be had.

Fire Signs	Earth Signs	Air Signs	Water Signs
ARIES May 21-May 19	TAURUS May 20-May 20	GEMINI May 21-June 20	CANCER June 21-July 22
LEO July 23-Aug. 22	VIRGO Aug. 23-Sept. 22	LIBRA Sept. 23-Oct. 22	SCORPIO Oct. 23-Nov. 21
SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22-Dec. 21	CAPRICORN Dec. 22-Jan. 19	AQUARIUS Jan. 20-Feb. 18	PISCES Feb. 19-May 20