Washington's Birthday is the official name designated to what many of us know as Presidents' Day. In 1968, legislation was put in place to simplify yearly calendars and give federal employees some fixed 3-day weekends. The act started in 1971 shifting the observation of Washington's Birthday to the third Monday in February instead of on the 22nd. And although this holiday is still officially known as Washington's Birthday, it has become popularly known as Presidents' Day. This now makes the third Monday in February a day for honoring both Washington and Lincoln. Personally for me... this year Presidents' Day has more significance than ever, an new president, a new administration and a new found hope for America and the world!
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I do like the holiday, but wish the bank and post office were open, forget every year!
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