Mother’s Day (Australia, Canada, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, USA, Denmark) – In 1914, the 2nd Sunday in May was officially declared Mother’s Day by President Wilson. Anna Jarvis of Philadelphia first suggested a day on which to honour mothers and motherhood.
Source: www.multiculturalcalendars.com
Part of a posting series on multicultural events for 2009.
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