President’s Day
A US federal holiday to honor all persons who served as presidents of the United States.
A US federal holiday to honor all persons who served as presidents of the United States.
Christian observance to begin the 40 day season of Lent. Ashes are marked on worshippers as a sign of penitence
A Christian time of reflection and preparation for Holy Week and Easter. A forty day time of intense devotion, it is observed by fasting, frequent worship and acts of charity.
Jewish celebration of the deliverance of the Jewish minority in Persia from genocide.
Hindu spring festival dedicated to the god of pleasure.
9th month on Islamic calendar, devoted to the commemoration of Muhammad's reception of the divine revelation recorded in the Qur'an. The event begins when authorities in Saudi Arabia sight the... Read more »
Hindu festival that celebrates the birthday of Rama, the seventh avatar of the deity Vishnu.
Jewish 8-day celebration of the deliverance of the Jews from slavery in Egypt. The story of the Exodus is recounted, and the ongoing struggle of all peoples for freedom from... Read more »
Christian remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus.
The day commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from his death by crucifixion.