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UID:included-20260911-rosh-hashanah-jewish-new-year-@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
SUMMARY:Rosh HaShanah (Jewish New Year)
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20260921-rotterdam-pride-week@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
SUMMARY:Rotterdam Pride Week
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20260923-bi-visibility-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
SUMMARY:Bi Visibility Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20260923-international-day-of-sign-languages@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
SUMMARY:International Day of Sign Languages
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that more than 72 million people worldwide use si
 gn language\, and that there are over 300 different variants? On this day
 \, we celebrate this diversity and reflect on the status of national sign
  languages in our own countries. It's a lovely reminder that language is 
 so much more than just words.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20260925-mid-autumn-festival@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
SUMMARY:Mid-Autumn Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional East Asian celebratio
 n where families come together to admire the full moon\, eat mooncakes\, 
 and celebrate the harvest.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20260926-pride-walk@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
SUMMARY:Pride Walk
DESCRIPTION:Rainbows\, glitter and a healthy dose of solidarity: the Pride
  Walk is an annual celebration. As Rotterdam University of Applied Scienc
 es\, we are joining the colourful parade to show that everyone is free to
  be themselves.
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20260930-yom-kippur@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
SUMMARY:Yom Kippur
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261005-accessibility-week@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
SUMMARY:Accessibility Week
DESCRIPTION:During Accessibility Week\, we reflect on the importance of al
 lowing everyone to participate. Accessibility encompasses more than just 
 physical access\; it also involves providing clear information\, fosterin
 g inclusive communication\, and ensuring equal opportunities for all.\n\n
 This is a valuable opportunity for us to collaborate and identify ways to
  eliminate barriers\, ensuring that all students and staff feel supported
  throughout the year.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261005-day-of-the-teacher@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
SUMMARY:Day of the Teacher
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261006-diversity-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261007
SUMMARY:Diversity Day
DESCRIPTION:Diversity Day is the perfect time to celebrate our differences
  and embrace diversity. At Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences\, we 
 learn from and with one another\, embracing all the backgrounds\, stories
  and perspectives that this entails. In our teaching\, we strive to creat
 e an environment where everyone feels welcome\, and where students learn 
 to contribute to an inclusive society.
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261008-world-dyslexia-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
SUMMARY:World Dyslexia Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261009-purple-friday@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
SUMMARY:Purple Friday
DESCRIPTION:Dig out that purple jumper\, because it’s Purple Friday! What 
 began as an initiative by secondary school pupils has grown into a nation
 al day of solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community. Wearing purple shows th
 at everyone is free to be themselves\, whether that's at school\, at work
  or anywhere else.
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261010-world-mental-health-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011
SUMMARY:World Mental Health Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261011-coming-out-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
SUMMARY:Coming Out Day
DESCRIPTION:A few days later\, on 11 October\, is Coming Out Day\, a day c
 entred on visibility and the freedom to be open about who you are and who
  you love. Together\, these days highlight just how important it is for e
 veryone to feel safe simply being themselves.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261012-student-wellbeing-week@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
SUMMARY:Student Wellbeing Week
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261013-international-pronouns-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014
SUMMARY:International Pronouns Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261026-intersex-awareness-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261027
SUMMARY:Intersex Awareness Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261017-autumn-break@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
SUMMARY:Autumn Break
CATEGORIES:School holidays
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261102-di-a-de-los-muertos@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103
SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos
DESCRIPTION:Día de los Muertos is a colourful Mexican festival when we rem
 ember our loved ones and celebrate life. It is a time filled with memorie
 s\, symbolism\, and a sense of connection. It encourages us to reflect on
  cultural traditions and discuss the meaning of remembrance\, family and 
 rituals.
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261108-diwali@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
SUMMARY:Diwali
DESCRIPTION:Diwali\, derived from the Sanskrit word 'Deepavali' meaning 'r
 ow of lamps'\, is one of the most important festivals in Hinduism. During
  this festival\, lights and candles are lit everywhere to symbolise the v
 ictory of light over darkness\, good over evil and knowledge over ignoran
 ce. For many people\, Diwali is a time for getting together with family a
 nd friends\, sharing food\, and celebrating a new beginning.
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261111-saint-martin-s-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
SUMMARY:Saint Martin’s Day
DESCRIPTION:Saint Martin’s Day\, also known as Flag Day\, is an official p
 ublic holiday on the island of Sint Maarten. Every year\, people reflect 
 on the island's history and culture\, which are named after Saint Martin 
 of Tours.\n\nIn the Netherlands\, some provinces also celebrate Saint Mar
 tin's Day\, but here the focus is mainly on the story of Saint Martin and
  the lantern parade.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261120-transgender-day-of-remembrance@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121
SUMMARY:Transgender Day of Remembrance
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261125-srefidensi-surinam-independence-day-@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261126
SUMMARY:Srefidensi (Surinam Independence Day)
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261203-international-day-for-persons-with-disab@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261204
SUMMARY:International Day for Persons with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:On this day\, we reflect on everyone’s right to participate fu
 lly. We mean equal opportunities\, accessibility\, and the removal of bar
 riers in education and beyond.\n\nIt is a time to consider how things cou
 ld be improved and to keep this focus in mind in our day-to-day work. Thi
 s will help ensure that everyone feels heard\, seen and supported all yea
 r round.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261204-hanukkah@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213
SUMMARY:Hanukkah
DESCRIPTION:Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish festival centred on light\, ho
 pe and perseverance. Each evening\, an additional candle is lit in the ha
 nukkiah to commemorate the miracle of the light that burned longer than e
 xpected.\n\nFor many people\, it is a time for coming together with tradi
 tions\, stories and shared meals. It is a time to reflect on resilience a
 nd to keep believing in light\, even in dark times.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261208-bodhi-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261209
SUMMARY:Bodhi Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261210-human-rights-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261211
SUMMARY:Human Rights Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261210-winter-around-the-world@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261211
SUMMARY:Winter Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Winter Around the World brings students and staff together at 
 the end of the year. With delicious food\, lovely music and a warm atmosp
 here\, we ensure that our school buildings feel especially welcoming. It'
 s a chance to get together and meet new people. Will you be joining us?
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261218-international-migrants-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261219
SUMMARY:International Migrants Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261225-christmas@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261226
SUMMARY:Christmas
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261231-new-year-s-eve@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101
SUMMARY:New Year’s Eve
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20261219-christmas-holidays@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270104
SUMMARY:Christmas holidays
CATEGORIES:School holidays
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270101-new-year-s-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270102
SUMMARY:New Year’s Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270104-world-braille-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270105
SUMMARY:World Braille Day
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that today marks the 218th anniversary of Louis B
 raille's birth? This is why 4 January is World Braille Day\, a day that h
 ighlights the importance of accessible communication for blind and visual
 ly impaired people. Braille makes a difference when it comes to reading\,
  learning\, and participating in society.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270106-three-kings-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270107
SUMMARY:Three Kings’ Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270119-blue-monday@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270120
SUMMARY:Blue Monday
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270124-international-day-of-education@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270125
SUMMARY:International Day of Education
DESCRIPTION:Everyone has the right to education. Yet worldwide\, 244 milli
 on children and young people do not attend school\, and 771 million adult
 s are illiterate. On this day\, we reflect on the importance of education
  in creating equal opportunities\, breaking the cycle of poverty\, and co
 ntributing to a peaceful society.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270127-international-holocaust-remembrance-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270128
SUMMARY:International Holocaust Remembrance Day
DESCRIPTION:On this day\, we remember the victims of the Holocaust and ack
 nowledge the ongoing impact of this chapter in our history. The day serve
 s as a reminder to remain vigilant against exclusion and discrimination\,
  and to work together to create an environment in which everyone feels sa
 fe and respected.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270201-black-history-month@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270301
SUMMARY:Black History Month
DESCRIPTION:Black History Month is a time to reflect on the history\, stru
 ggles and contributions of people from the African diaspora. This attenti
 on is also much needed in the Netherlands\, where the history of slavery 
 is still too often overlooked despite its ongoing impact on people's live
 s.\n\nDuring Black History Month\, however\, we celebrate the strength\, 
 pride and influence of many generations. For Rotterdam University of Appl
 ied Sciences\, these stories are an indispensable part of our education a
 nd community.
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270206-lunar-new-year@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270221
SUMMARY:Lunar New Year
DESCRIPTION:Lunar New Year marks the start of the new year according to th
 e traditional lunar calendar\, which is primarily used in East Asian cult
 ures. The festival is all about renewal\, family\, and celebrating life. 
 In Rotterdam\, this festival is celebrated on a grand scale\, particularl
 y within the city's various Asian communities.
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270208-ramadan@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270209
SUMMARY:Ramadan
DESCRIPTION:(the start and end dates may vary depending on the Islamic den
 omination). In 2027\, Ramadan falls partly in February and partly in Marc
 h. During this month\, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. Iftar is the 
 moment when they break their fast\, often together with family\, friends 
 or the wider community. This period is all about reflection\, connection 
 and solidarity.\n\nHere at RUAS\, we are organising a communal iftar. We'
 re bringing students\, lecturers and staff together to get to know each o
 ther better and share our traditions. Will you be joining us?
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270210-ash-wednesday@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270211
SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270211-international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270212
SUMMARY:International Day of Women and Girls in Science
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270220-international-social-justice-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270221
SUMMARY:International Social Justice Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270221-international-mother-language-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270222
SUMMARY:International Mother Language Day
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that an estimated 180 languages are spoken in Rot
 terdam?\n\nOn this day\, we celebrate this great diversity. One way to st
 art a conversation in class is to ask who was brought up bilingually or s
 peaks more than one language.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270220-spring-break@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270301
SUMMARY:Spring break
CATEGORIES:School holidays
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270306-giftedness-week@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270315
SUMMARY:Giftedness Week
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270308-end-of-ramadan@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270309
SUMMARY:End of Ramadan
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270309-eid-al-fitr@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270312
SUMMARY:Eid al-Fitr
DESCRIPTION:Eid al-Fitr is the Islamic festival marking the end of the fas
 ting month of Ramadan. Muslims celebrate this occasion with prayer\, gath
 erings and festive meals.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270308-international-women-s-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270309
SUMMARY:International Women’s Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270314-purim@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270315
SUMMARY:Purim
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270316-neurodiversity-celebration-week@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270321
SUMMARY:Neurodiversity Celebration Week
DESCRIPTION:This is a global initiative that takes place every year in Mar
 ch. Its aim is to challenge stereotypes about neurological differences an
 d to promote acceptance and equality for neurodivergent people\, both in 
 education and in the workplace.
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270318-aruba-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270319
SUMMARY:Aruba Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270320-nowruz@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270321
SUMMARY:Nowruz
DESCRIPTION:Nowruz is an ancient Persian spring festival celebrated by mor
 e than three hundred million people as the start of the new year. It fall
 s on the first day of spring and symbolises a new beginning.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270321-international-day-for-the-elimination-of@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270322
SUMMARY:International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270322-holi-phagwa@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270323
SUMMARY:Holi Phagwa
DESCRIPTION:Holi is the vibrant Hindu festival of colours\, joy and new be
 ginnings. It celebrates the victory of good over evil and marks the festi
 ve arrival of spring.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270325-international-day-for-the-remembrance-of@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270326
SUMMARY:International Day for the Remembrance of Slavery and the Transatla
 ntic Slave Trade
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270326-good-friday@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270327
SUMMARY:Good Friday
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270328-easter@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270330
SUMMARY:Easter
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270331-international-transgender-visibility-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270401
SUMMARY:International Transgender Visibility Day
DESCRIPTION:Transgender people around the world often face prejudice\, dis
 crimination and violence. For example\, nearly half of transgender people
  have experienced verbal abuse\, and some also face physical or sexual vi
 olence. This day is intended to bring their stories to light and raise aw
 areness.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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UID:included-20270402-world-autism-awareness-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270403
SUMMARY:World Autism Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:In 2007\, the United Nations urged all member states to priori
 tise autism. Since then\, World Autism Awareness Day has been observed on
  2 April\, a day dedicated to raising awareness and promoting inclusion t
 hrough the sharing of knowledge. Activities take place all over the world
  to raise awareness of autism and bring people together.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270405-qingming@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270406
SUMMARY:Qingming
DESCRIPTION:During Qingming\, members of the Chinese community honour thei
 r ancestors by visiting graves together and sharing memories.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270406-international-asexuality-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270407
SUMMARY:International Asexuality Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270408-ruas-reads@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270409
SUMMARY:RUAS Reads
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270407-chaitra-navratri-hindu-spring-festival-@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270416
SUMMARY:Chaitra Navratri (Hindu spring festival)
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270419-day-against-bullying@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270420
SUMMARY:Day against Bullying
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270421-pesach-jewish-spring-festival-@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270426
SUMMARY:Pesach (Jewish spring festival)
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270426-international-lesbian-visibility-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270427
SUMMARY:International Lesbian Visibility Day
DESCRIPTION:Lesbian women are still too often pushed to the background due
  to stereotyping\, inequality\, and a lack of recognition. This day draws
  attention to these issues\, promoting visibility\, recognition\, and the
  freedom to be oneself.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270427-king-s-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270428
SUMMARY:King’s Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270424-may-break@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270503
SUMMARY:May break
CATEGORIES:School holidays
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270501-labour-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270502
SUMMARY:Labour Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270504-commemoration-of-the-dead@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270505
SUMMARY:Commemoration of the Dead
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270505-liberation-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270506
SUMMARY:Liberation Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270506-ascension@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270507
SUMMARY:Ascension
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270517-eid-al-adha@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270520
SUMMARY:Eid al-Adha
DESCRIPTION:Eid al-Adha is an important Islamic festival during which Musl
 ims reflect on the story of the Prophet Ibrahim\, who was prepared to sac
 rifice his son for God. They gather for prayer\, share meals with family 
 and neighbours\, and give to those less fortunate.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270516-pentecost@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270517
SUMMARY:Pentecost
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270517-whit-monday@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270518
SUMMARY:Whit Monday
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270517-idahobit@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270518
SUMMARY:IDAHOBIT
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270518-included-birthday@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270519
SUMMARY:INCLUDED birthday
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270520-buddha-day-vesak-@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270521
SUMMARY:Buddha Day (Vesak)
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270520-global-accessibility-awareness-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270521
SUMMARY:Global Accessibility Awareness Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270521-international-day-for-cultural-diversity@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270522
SUMMARY:International Day for Cultural Diversity
DESCRIPTION:With a population comprising around 170 different nationalitie
 s\, Rotterdam is a city where diversity is the norm. This is reflected in
  the classroom and the workplace. While differences can clash\, they can 
 also yield new insights when you view others as equals. We’ll be reflecti
 ng on this on 21 May.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270616-neurodiversity-pride-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270617
SUMMARY:Neurodiversity Pride Day
DESCRIPTION:So many people\, so much brainpower! That is exactly what we a
 re celebrating on 16 June: the fact that every brain is different. Neurod
 iversity Pride Day is a day to show that these differences make us specia
 l and that everyone belongs\, no matter how they think or feel. It is a d
 ay of recognition\, respect and pride in neurodiversity.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270620-world-refugee-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270621
SUMMARY:World Refugee Day
DESCRIPTION:Everyone deserves a safe place to call home. On this day\, we 
 recognise the strength and courage of those who flee their countries. It 
 is a day to listen to their stories\, support them\, and work together to
  create a world where everyone feels welcome.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270623-international-women-in-engineering-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270624
SUMMARY:International Women in Engineering Day
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270630-keti-koti-laying-wreathes@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270701
SUMMARY:Keti Koti laying wreathes
CATEGORIES:INCLUDED EVENT
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270630-keti-koti-commemoration-@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270701
SUMMARY:Keti Koti (commemoration)
DESCRIPTION:Keti Koti means 'broken chains' and commemorates the abolition
  of slavery in Suriname and the Caribbean part of the Kingdom in 1863 and
  1873. It is a time to look back and look ahead\, to remember and celebra
 te.\n\nRecognition and awareness of this important history form the basis
  for a just and inclusive society. Every year on 30 June\, the Rotterdam 
 commemoration takes place at the Slavery Monument on the Lloydkade\, clos
 e to the Rotterdam Mainport Institute. During the commemoration\, the Cha
 ir of the Executive Board and a Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences 
 student lay a wreath together.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270701-keti-koti-celebration-@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270702
SUMMARY:Keti Koti (celebration)
DESCRIPTION:On 1 July\, Rotterdam celebrates Keti Koti\, commemorating the
  abolition of slavery in Suriname and the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom 
 in 1863 and in 1873. The day is a celebration of resilience and freedom\,
  centred on the sense of community within the Afro-Surinamese and Caribbe
 an diaspora.\n\nThe day begins with the Bigi Spikri parade\, a vibrant ce
 lebration of cultural pride\, tradition and community. Starting at Ooster
 vant\, the parade makes its way to Wijkpark Het Oude Westen\, where the K
 eti Koti Festival begins with music\, dance\, children's activities and m
 uch more.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270702-dia-di-bandera-curac-ao-flag-day-@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270703
SUMMARY:Dia di Bandera (Curaçao Flag Day)
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270705-cape-verde-independence-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270706
SUMMARY:Cape Verde Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:Cape Verdeans worldwide celebrate the independence of their ar
 chipelago on 5 July. It is a day full of pride\, music\, dance and storie
 s!
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270714-international-day-of-non-binary-people@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270715
SUMMARY:International Day of Non-Binary People
DESCRIPTION:This day is dedicated to raising awareness and providing suppo
 rt for people who do not fully identify as male or female. Since its firs
 t edition in 2012\, it has grown into an important moment of solidarity a
 nd recognition.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270724-rotterdam-summer-carnival@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270726
SUMMARY:Rotterdam Summer Carnival
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270717-summer-holidays@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270830
SUMMARY:Summer holidays
CATEGORIES:School holidays
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270815-commemoration-of-the-end-of-the-second-w@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270816
SUMMARY:Commemoration of the end of the Second World War in the former Dut
 ch East Indies
DESCRIPTION:This commemoration honours the victims of the Second World War
  in the Dutch East Indies and reflects on the war's impact on the region.
  Ultimately\, the war's end led to Indonesia’s independence.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270817-indonesian-independence-day@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270818
SUMMARY:Indonesian Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:Indonesia declared its independence on 17 August 1945. This da
 y is celebrated annually in Indonesia as Independence Day\, also known as
  Hari Proklamasi Kemerdekaan. However\, the Netherlands did not officiall
 y recognise Indonesia’s independence until 27 December 1949\, following a
  violent war of decolonisation. In 2023\, the Netherlands also symbolical
 ly recognised 17 August 1945 as the date of independence.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270817-dia-di-tula@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270818
SUMMARY:Dia di Tula
DESCRIPTION:This day commemorates the courageous uprising of thousands of 
 enslaved people in Curaçao\, led by the resistance hero Tula on 17 August
  1795. They rose up against oppression and demanded their freedom.\n\nAlt
 hough the uprising was violently suppressed\, it has become an important 
 symbol of resistance\, dignity\, and the struggle for freedom. Tula has b
 een a national hero ever since.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:included-20270817-raksha-bandhan@hr.nl
DTSTAMP:20260925T090000Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270818
SUMMARY:Raksha Bandhan
DESCRIPTION:Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival centred on the bond between
  brothers and sisters. During the festival\, sisters tie a Rakhi bracelet
  around their brothers' wrists as a sign of their bond and care for one a
 nother.
CATEGORIES:Holiday or commemoration
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