Epiphany of the Lord (Catholic & Episcopal)
Celebrated 12 days after Christmas, the Epiphany of the Lord is the time when Christians remember the Wise Men (also sometimes called the Three Kings) who visited Jesus. More Information
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Three Kings (Hispanic)
The Feast of Reyes (Fiesta de Reyes or Los Reyes) is celebrated in Spain/Portugal and Latin America on January 6th. The feast celebrates the passage in the Bible in which the Three Wise Men safely arrive to Jerusalem thanks to the guidance of the Star and bring gifts to Jesus. The level of celebration varies […]
Christmas (Christian Orthodox)
This holiday celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe is the Son of God, the Messiah, and Savior of the world. This celebration corresponds to December 25th in the Julian calendar, which is thirteen days behind the Gregorian calendar used by other Christian and Catholic communities. More Information
Makar Sankranti (Hindu)
The festivities associated with Makar Sankranti are known by various names in different parts of India and the Hindu world. Names include Magh Bihu, Maghi (preceded by Lohri), Thai Pongal and so on. It also marks the day of Winter Solstice as per the Hindu tradition. Makara Sankranti is observed with social festivities such as colorful decorations, rural children going house […]
Jashan-e Vohuman (Zoroastrian)
This festival (Jashan) is dedicated to the Amesha Spenta Vohimena (the Good Mind) and celebrates the creation of animals. A glass of milk is used to represent Vohuman in prayers. BAHMAN (1) – Encyclopaedia Iranica (iranicaonline.org)
Feast of Sultan/Sovereignty (Baha’i)
Wherever they live, Baha’is gather every 19 days for what we call a Feast. Observance begins at sunset on the 18th and ends at sunset on the 19th. This is a members-only event comprising three parts: 1. A spiritual portion that’s the time for prayer and reflection; 2. A business portion for consultation about administrative […]
Jashan-e Sadeh (Zoroastrian)
Sadeh is a mid-winter celebration observed by preparing a large community bonfire. The bonfire symbolizes the victory of light over forces of cold and darkness. More Information
Imbolg (Pagan)
Imbolg falls on February 2nd midway between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox. Imbolg is a Gaelic word that means “in the belly” and refers to the gestation of new lambs. This holiday celebrates the return of light. It is the beginning of spring. It is also known as St. Brigid’s day, Brigid being a Celtic […]
Tu B’Shvat (Jewish)
New Year of the Trees. Originally celebrated as an agricultural festival marking the emergence of spring, today celebrations focus on environmental awareness. Trees are often planted in honor or memory of loved ones. More Information
1762 Vadda Ghalughara (Sikh)
The second Sikh genocide was the mass killing of Sikhs by the Afghani Durrani Forces in February of 1762 during his sixth invasion of India in the present day state of Punjab in India. An estimated 25,000 – 30,000 Sikhs including women and children were killed, which was nearly half of the Sikh population at […]
