October Celebrations, Historical Events, and Movie Delights

October Highlights

Celebrations and Events

Columbus Day Parade

The world's largest celebration of Italian-American culture, honoring the significant contributions of Italians to the USA.

World Animal Day

Organize an event or sign an online petition to support animal rights.

International Day of Non-Violence

Inspired by Gandhi, this day promotes non-violent resistance and has influenced civil rights movements worldwide.

Halloween

This Celtic tradition originated in the 16th century.

Mad Hatter Day

Inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, people celebrate by wearing hats like the Hatter.

Historical Events

Norman Conquest

On October 15, 1066, the Normans defeated the English, marking the beginning of the Norman Conquest.

Entertainment

Asa Butterfield

At 19 years old, Asa Butterfield stars in Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. He initially had doubts about acting at age 9, but developed a passion for it five years later. Selective about his roles, he prioritizes connecting with his characters. His favorite director is Tim Burton, and his favorite actor is Leonardo DiCaprio, admiring DiCaprio's environmental advocacy.

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Portman's grandfather, suffering from dementia, calls him claiming a monster has taken him. Portman and a friend find his grandfather outside, where he utters something before dying. Haunted by nightmares, Portman visits a psychiatrist and is convinced to visit his grandfather's childhood orphanage. On the island, he discovers children who can travel through time. They had gone back in time to escape a bombing, led by their headmistress, Miss Peregrine. Portman discovers he shares their special powers, which they use to fight a monster that has captured Miss Peregrine. Unable to return to her human form, Peregrine leaves Jacob to embark on another adventure.