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In Eastern Christianity, Cheesefare Tuesday, which is part of Cheesefare Week, also known as Maslenitsa, Butter Week, or Pancake week, is part of the celebrations during the last week before Great Lent.
In getting ready for the fast that occurs during Lent, during this week no meat is eaten but eggs, milk, cheese and other dairy products are permitted - hence the name "Cheesefare".
This Tuesday is often seen as an occassion to be festive and to spend time outdoors.
Here are a few ways that some cultures observe this day according to Eastern Christian tradition:
