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March is the third month of the year in the Gregorian Calendar, and one of the seven months which are 31 days long.

March in the Southern Hemisphere is the seasonal equivalent of September in the Norther Hemisphere.

The name of March comes from ancient Rome, when March was the first month of the year and named Martius after Mars, the Roman god of war. In Rome, where the climate is Mediterranean, March is the first month of spring, a logical point for the beginning of the year as well as the start of the military campaign season. January became the first month of the calendar year either under King Numa Pompilius (circa 713 BCE) or under the Decemvirs about 450 BCE (Roman writers differ).The numbered year began on March 1 in Russia until the end of the fifteenth century. Grea Britain and her colonies continued to use March 25 until 1752, which was when they ultimately adopted the Gregorian calendar. Many other cultures and religions still celebrate the beginning of the New Year in March.

If you were born in March you have the Aquamarine(mainly used) or bloodstone as your birthstone,you color is deep red,and the violet is your flower!

Holidays in March

Mardi Gras- The date of Mardi Gras varies from February 3 to March 9. It is a day of merriment and enjoyment before the 40 day period of self-denial,Lent. There are parades and parties and people throw out cheap plastic beads called Mardi Gras beads. The biggest celebration is in New Orleans,Louisiana.
Ash Wednesday-Occurs the day after Mardi Gras.In Christian churches,the first day of Lent.Ashes from the palm leaves of the previous Palm Sunday are placed on the forehead as a sign of penitence.
Ides of March-The date that Julius Caesar was murdered. Occured March 15(Roman Calender) 49 BC.
St.Patrick's Day-Always on March 17. A day to celebrate being Irish. People wear green,or risk getting pinched. Mainly celebrated in America and Ireland. Parades are held and green beer is served.
First Day of Spring- Always occurs on March 20. Self explanatory,the first hint of spring.In most areas that have seasons,it doesn't feel spring like until mid April or early May.
Easter-The date of the religious holiday of Easter moves around ever year. Usually it is in mid to late April,but can also occur in late March. It is the last day of Lent,and is the day Jesus Christ rose from the dead. People celebrate by going to church,dying easter eggs,and having the Easter Bunny around.

Some information from Encarta Encyclopedia

Famous People That Share THEIR Birthday:
1985 Leilani W.
1976 Reese Witherspoon
1959 Matthew Modine
955 Lena Olin
1952 Bob Costas
1948 Andrew Lloyd Webber
1943 George Benson
1933 J.P. McCarthy
1931 William Shatner
1930 Stephen Sondheim
1923 Marcel Marceau
1913 Karl Malden
1887 Chico Marx

If you were born from March 21st to April 20th you are born under the sign of Aries
Here is some info about the Aries:

If your baby is born under the sign of Aries, he or she has the qualities it takes to be a leader. Aries people are pioneers and visionaries giving force, energy and inspiration to the people around them. Aries are aggressive and enthusiastic, yet inclined to be compulsive and quick in action. Persons born with this sign can be stubborn and extremely impatient but still attract many admirers for their confidence. When challenged, the Aries person is a formidable opponent who is both bold and firm. Aries children must learn to curb their natural determination to have their own way. He or she must learn to 'give in' and admit when they are at fault. Their pioneering instincts should be encouraged. Their aspirations should be taken seriously and given great attention to. Aries are thinkers - always planning for the future, conjuring new ideas and schemes, and often misunderstood and laughed at because they are so far ahead of their time. Aries do best managing enterprises or businesses and tapping into unknown fields. Aries are most compatible with the Sagittarius and Leo signs.

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If you were born in March you have the Aquamarine(mainly used) or bloodstone as your birthstone,you color is deep red,and the violet is your flower!

Holidays in March

Mardi Gras- The date of Mardi Gras varies from February 3 to March 9. It is a day of merriment and enjoyment before the 40 day period of self-denial,Lent. There are parades and parties and people throw out cheap plastic beads called Mardi Gras beads. The biggest celebration is in New Orleans,Louisiana.
Ash Wednesday-Occurs the day after Mardi Gras.In Christian churches,the first day of Lent.Ashes from the palm leaves of the previous Palm Sunday are placed on the forehead as a sign of penitence.
Ides of March-The date that Julius Caesar was murdered. Occured March 15(Roman Calender) 49 BC.
St.Patrick's Day-Always on March 17. A day to celebrate being Irish. People wear green,or risk getting pinched. Mainly celebrated in America and Ireland. Parades are held and green beer is served.
First Day of Spring- Always occurs on March 20. Self explanatory,the first hint of spring.In most areas that have seasons,it doesn't feel spring like until mid April or early May.
Easter-The date of the religious holiday of Easter moves around ever year. Usually it is in mid to late April,but can also occur in late March. It is the last day of Lent,and is the day Jesus Christ rose from the dead. People celebrate by going to church,dying easter eggs,and having the Easter Bunny around.

Some information from Encarta Encyclopedia

Famous People That Share their Birthday:
1985 Leilani W.
1976 Reese Witherspoon
1959 Matthew Modine
955 Lena Olin
1952 Bob Costas
1948 Andrew Lloyd Webber
1943 George Benson
1933 J.P. McCarthy
1931 William Shatner
1930 Stephen Sondheim
1923 Marcel Marceau
1913 Karl Malden
1887 Chico Marx

If you were born from March 21st to April 20th you are born under the sign of Aries
Here is some info about the Aries:

If your baby is born under the sign of Aries, he or she has the qualities it takes to be a leader. Aries people are pioneers and visionaries giving force, energy and inspiration to the people around them. Aries are aggressive and enthusiastic, yet inclined to be compulsive and quick in action. Persons born with this sign can be stubborn and extremely impatient but still attract many admirers for their confidence. When challenged, the Aries person is a formidable opponent who is both bold and firm. Aries children must learn to curb their natural determination to have their own way. He or she must learn to 'give in' and admit when they are at fault. Their pioneering instincts should be encouraged. Their aspirations should be taken seriously and given great attention to. Aries are thinkers - always planning for the future, conjuring new ideas and schemes, and often misunderstood and laughed at because they are so far ahead of their time. Aries do best managing enterprises or businesses and tapping into unknown fields. Aries are most compatible with the Sagittarius and Leo signs.

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