Thursday, Feb. 29 is Leap Day! Why Do We Have Leap Years?
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By Staff
Feb. 28, 2024: Thursday, February 29 is leap day! Ever wondered why we have leap years?
Here is a simple explanation.
The calendar year is 365 days. This is how long it takes for the Earth to orbit around the Sun, correct?
Well, not quite. 365 is actually a rounded number. It takes the Earth a bit longer - - 365.242190 days - - to orbit.
To help correct for this, we add one day to our calendars approximately every four years.
This ensures that our seasons will occur when we expect them to, and our calendar will match the Earth’s rotation around the sun.
Happy Birthday tomorrow to all leaping readers!
If February 29 is your birthday, you’re one of 4 to 5 million "Leaplings" (people born on leap day) worldwide and tomorrow you can celebrate your birthday on the actual date! Also, let us know by emailing us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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About the Bronxville Adult School & Contacts
The Bronxville Adult School is a not-for-profit organization incorporated in 1957 and chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. The School "offers all adults of Bronxville and surrounding communities the opportunity for personal growth through life enhancing skills and provides cultural, intellectual and recreational stimulation at a nominal cost."
The Bronxville Adult School
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The Bronxville Public Library traces its origins back to 1875, when it was a small lending library housed in a room attached to the “Bronxville Model School.” The Library was officially chartered in 1906 and moved into the Village Hall Building. The needs of the library grew with the town and, in 1942, a new standalone building was erected, which is where the Library is today. Over the years, the Library was renovated and expanded to meet the needs of the community.
The Library has wonderful resources for adults and children and offers a comfortable and relaxing environment. The Library also houses a fine art collection, consisting principally of Bronxville painters and sculptors.
The Library offers special events, art exhibitions, and programs for adults, young adults and children. All events are open to the public, unless otherwise indicated.
The Bronxville Public Library
914-337-7680
201 Pondfield Road (Midland Avenue & Pondfield Road)
http://bronxvillelibrary.org/
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914-337-0700
1 Mead Way
Bronxville, New York 10708
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