Holidays/Observances

Jewish Day of Atonement. This holiest day of the Jewish year is observed with strict fasting and ceremonial repentance.

Vermont state holiday that celebrates and honors indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures.

Jewish Feast of Tabernacles which celebrates the harvest and the protection of the people of Israel as they wandered in the wilderness dwelling in tents.

Jewish day to celebrate the reading of the Law.

Hindu Festival of Lights symbolizing the human urge to move toward the light.

A US federal holiday to honor military veterans of the US Armed Forces.

A US federal holiday to celebrate the harvest and other blessings of the past year.

Jewish Festival of Lights. It commemorates the Maccabean recapture and rededication of the Jerusalem Temple in 165-164 b.c.e.

Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.

An African American and Pan-African holiday celebrating family, community and culture.