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10/12/2026

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebrates and honors Native American and Indigenous history and culture. Here are suggestions for ways to gather and celebrate across Maine.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a time to honor the history, cultures and resilience of Indigenous communities while recognizing their ongoing contributions and fight for tribal sovereignty. This year, communities across Maine are hosting celebrations, film screenings, art activities and cultural perfo...

10/10/2026

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is an official city and state holiday in various localities in the United States. It celebrates and honors Indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. Celebrated each year on the second Monday in October, it began as a counter-celebration held on the same day as Columbus Day, citing the lasting harm Indigenous tribes suffered because of Columbus’s contributions to the European colonization of the Americas. It will be interesting to follow the progression of this movement as the next generation is introduced to a more realistic, and difficult, version of our nation’s history.

10/07/2026

Today marks three years since the attacks of October 7, 2023. We remember the lives taken, those who were held hostage, and the families and communities forever changed. As we remember, we reaffirm our commitment to stand against antisemitism and all forms of hatred, to choose compassion, and to honor the dignity and sacredness of every human life. May memory move us toward understanding, humanity, and peace.

10/07/2026

Wabanaki Alliance is hosting an Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration on Monday, October 12th at Capitol Park in Augusta. It will be a day of drumming, dancing, and celebrating our presence in our homelands now called Maine. They will be showing “We are the Warriors” and “Bounty” followed by guided reflection and discussion. Every day is a great day to be Indigenous and theyl look forward to being in community with you all! We are looking forward to joining the celebration!

10/06/2026

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10/06/2026

October 5th is World Teacher's Day, held annually to commemorate teacher organizations worldwide. This year's theme is “Standing with teachers: 60 years of protecting the profession, advancing its status and shaping our futures." Challenges include addressing modern pressures like digital technology integration, climate change impacts, migration, displacement, and inclusion. The day was proclaimed by UNESCO in 1994 to honor educators globally and draw attention to professional support systems. Learn more:

Join UNESCO in Paris to celebrate World Teachers’ Day and stand with teachers shaping the future of education. Register by 2 October.

10/06/2026

10/05/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, celebrating the contributions of workers with disabilities and promoting inclusive workplaces. This year’s NDEAM theme will be "Celebrating Value and Talent," carrying the spirit of last year's celebration forward through 2026 in honor of America's 250th birthday. We will recognize the skills and contributions Americans with disabilities add to the nation’s workplaces, communities, and economy. Learn more: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep/initiatives/ndeam

10/04/2026

October is National Bullying Prevention Month—a time to unite communities to raise awareness of bullying prevention. The movement was founded in 2006 by PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center to change the belief that bullying is just a normal childhood rite of passage into a recognized public health and safety problem with a focus on reducing the negative mental health impacts tied to physical, verbal, social, and cyberbullying. World Day of Bullying is observed on the first Monday in October, encouraging people to wear blue to symbolize peace and solidarity. Learn more:

National Bullying Prevention Month is held during October and unites communities around the world to educate and raise awareness of bullying prevention.

10/03/2026

October is LGBT History Month. It marks and celebrates the lives and achievements of le***an, gay bisexual and transgender people in the United States. In 1994 Missouri high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson created the observance to build community and provide role models. Organizers chose October because public schools are in session, National Coming Out Day is held on October 11th, and it aligns with the anniversary of the first March on Washington for Le***an and Gay Rights in 1979. The LGBT History Month website will celebrate the achievements of 31 le***an, gay, bisexual, or transgender icons with a video, biography, bibliography,images, and resources. https://lgbthistorymonth.com