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St. Gregory's Day
On the night of St. Gregory's Day, November 13, mothers ask their sleeping children if they have a mind to take up book (academics). If they say "yes" in their sleep, it is a very good sign of their interest in scholarship. If they say "no" or remain silent, they should be put over the plow.