Painting can be a great way to freshen up a room at a very low cost. However, it's important to follow certain procedures. These steps will prevent a messy-looking room, or worse, flaking paint. This how-to should be helpful whether you are just painting a ceiling, wall, or woodwork, or are doing a complete makeover.
Emancipation Day is a holiday in Washington DC to mark the anniversary of the signing of the Compensated Emancipation Act, which president Abraham Lincoln signed on April 16, 1862.It is annually held on April 16.n 2007, the observance Emancipation Day in Washington DC had the effect of nationally extending the 2006 income tax filing deadline from April 16 to April 17.
The Slavery Abolition Act 1833 ended slavery in the British Empire on August 28, 1834. Emancipation Day is widely observed in the British West Indies during the first week of August. In many Caribbean countries the Emancipation Day celebration is a part of Carnival, as the Caribbean Carnival takes place at this time. Jamaica: Emancipation day is part of a week long cultural celebration in Jamaica. 2  During this time Jamaicans also commemorate both their Independence day (August 6th, 1962) with festivals, parades, galas, et al.