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Patriots' Day 2018 Patriots' Day is observed on  April 16, 2018. Patriots' Day (officially Patriots' Day in Massachusetts and Patriot's Day in Maine) is a civic holiday commemorating the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the first battles of the American Revolutionary War. It is observed on the third Monday in April in Massachusetts and Maine, and is a public school observance day in Wisconsin.
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- April 19, 1775. The first shots of the Revolutionary War are fired at Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts. The news of the bloodshed rockets along the eastern seaboard, and thousands of volunteers converge on Cambridge, Mass. These are the beginnings of the Continental Army.
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What is Patriotsâ Day? In April 1775, when British troops are sent to confiscate colonial weapons, they run into an untrained and angry militia. This ragtag army defeats 700 British soldiers and the surprise victory bolsters their confidence for the war ahead. 1  Contents. 2  Lead-Up to the Battles of Lexington and Concord.
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When is Patriots' Day? 1 Traditionally, a Patriots' Day Parade is held in Concord, Massachusetts, on Patriots' Day. In 2017, a reenactment of the Battle of Lexington will also be held on Patriots' Day--April 17--at 5:30 a.m. 2  In Maine, a Patriots' Day Weekend Celebration featuring music, reenactments, historic hunts and more is held each year in Ogunquit.
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Boston Marathon History ON A MONDAY: THE PATRIOTS' DAY RACE. From 1897-1968, the Boston Marathon was held on Patriots’ Day, April 19, a holiday commemorating the start of the Revolutionary War and recognized only in Massachusetts and Maine. The lone exception was when the 19th fell on Sunday.
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- Groundhog Day. Groundhog Day (Canadian French: Jour de la Marmotte; Pennsylvania German: Grundsaudaag, Murmeltiertag) is a traditional holiday originating in the United States that is celebrated on February 2.
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Patriotsâ Day remains a unique celebration, even after Boston Marathon bombings Around this time of year, Bostonians find themselves explaining to non-Bostonians what Patriots’ Day is all about. Though it is mostly celebrated now as an excuse to drink beer and/or play baseball before noon, Patriots’ Day actually commemorates the first battles of the Revolutionary War and Paul Revere’s famous ride.
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Patriots Day  (film) On March 31, 2015, CBS Films announced it was the film Patriots Day, about the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing and manhunt. The film's script was written by Matt Charman, which focused on Boston Police Commissioner Edward F. Davis. The film is also based on the book Boston Strong and material from 60 Minutes.
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Boston Massacre John Adams wrote that the foundation of American independence was laid on March 5, 1770, and Samuel Adams and other Patriots used annual commemorations (Massacre Day) of the event to fulminate against British rule.
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Patriots 2015 Schedule Released The New England Patriots will begin defense of their Super Bowl title when they host the Pittsburgh Steelers as part of the NFL's 2015 Kickoff Weekend on Thurs. Sept 10 at Gillette Stadium.
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- July 4th, 2017 • Cumberland, RI. Celebrate July 4th in Arnold Mills. Come celebrate Independence Day with us! Begun in 1927, the Arnold Mills parade, in Cumberland, RI, continues to be a family tradition. 2017's celebration takes place on Tuesday, July 4, 2017. 2016 Road Race Category Winners.
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Patriot's Day Patriot's Day. Some people know little or nothing about Patriot's Day. To New Englander's, it is a big, big day. In the states in New England, it's a holiday with a day off of work. Banks, schools, post offices, and businesses have the day off. Patriot's Day commemorates the Battle of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775. This battle began the American Revolutionary War.
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What Is Patriotsâ Day? 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Patriots’ Day takes place on the third Monday of April to remember the first battles of the American Revolution. Patriot’s Day takes place on the third Monday of April to remember the first two battles of the American Revolution fought in Concord and Lexington, Massachusetts on April 19, 1775. It’s observed as a state holiday in Massachusetts, Maine and Wisconsin.
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Patriots' Day Reenactment Schedule - 2018 Where to Experience Boston's Patriots' Day Events Colonial Reenactors march to Concord on Boston's Patriots' Day each April to commemorate the beginning of the Revolutionary War against the British
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History of the New England Patriots The following winter, locals submitted thousands of ideas for the Boston football team's official name. On February 20, 1960, Sullivan chose Boston Patriots, which was suggested by 74 fans, among them Larry Kepnes.
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Patriots 2015 Schedule Released Patriots 2015 Schedule. 1  FOXBOROUGH, Mass.- The National Football League announced the 2015 regular-season schedule tonight and the defending Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots and their fans learned that the team will host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thurs., Sept. 10, as part of the NFL's 2015 Kickoff Weekend.
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Independence Day (United States) 1 The holiday was celebrated on Monday, July 5. 2  In 1781 the Massachusetts General Court became the first state legislature to recognize July 4 as a state celebration. 3  In 1783, Moravians in Salem, North Carolina, held a celebration of July 4 with a challenging music program assembled by Johann Friedrich Peter.
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Memorial Day in New England In the U.S., Memorial Day is always observed on the last Monday in May. The holiday honors members of the military who died in service to their country. Whether you'll be joining the throngs of motorists headed to New England's beaches on Memorial Day or barbecuing at home, here is a handy guide to Memorial Day dates for the years ahead.
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- Asked today about... July 18, 2015. Tom Brady: Will Patriots quarterback's legacy take a hit... (http://www.cbsnews.com/news/tom-brady-will-patriots-quarterbacks-legacy-take-a-hit-after-nfls-deflateg ate-report/). Tom Brady in a huddle with his offense during the A.F.C. championship game on Jan. 18. Damon Winter/The New York Times. August 9, 2015.
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Statutory Holidays in Canada in 2018 22 May 2017 This Regional holiday is in 32 days. In Quebec, National Patriots Day (Journée nationale des patriotes) which is a comm... 22 May 2017 This Regional holiday is in 32 days. Victoria Day celebrates the birthday of Queen Victoria.
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- Fort Independence free tours! Tour Season: Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day. The Castle Island Association in coordination with the Massachusetts Department of Recreation provides free tours all summer long from 12:00-3:30 on Saturdays and Sundays.
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- During the difficult years of the Revolutionary War, patriots began to celebrate the anniversary of American independence on July 4th and also marked battle victories, and their anniversaries, in similar fashion.
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What State Are the New England Patriots From? The team's first game, however, took place at Harvard University on August 14, 1960, where the team lost to the Dallas Texans. After the NFL and AFL merger in 1971, the Patriots took their place in the AFC East Division, and within a year, they had a new stadium in Foxborough called Foxboro Stadium.
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Massachusetts Celebrates Patriotsâ Day No other states observe the day. On Patriots’ Day, state and local government offices and public schools are closed. Some businesses close as well. To celebrate Patriots’ Day in 2012, people dressed in historical clothes and acted out some of the events of April 19, 1775. Riders followed the routes of Revere and Dawes.
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- Charlton 9/3/2016 - 120th anniversary of Old Home Day fireworks is on Saturday, Sept 3, 2016, at the Overlook in Charlton, MA 9-9:30ish. Band and vendors. (Rain date Sunday, Sept 4th). If you know of a display that is not shown here - let us know! Find lots more ideas on fun things to do with kids in Boston.