Holidays/Observances
Passover
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 »
Good Friday
Christian remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus.
Easter
The day commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from his death by crucifixion.
Orthodox Good Friday
Christian Orthodox remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus.
Orthodox Easter
Christian Orthodox day to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from his death by crucifixion.
Lailat Ul Qadr
Islamic Night of Destiny. First revelation of Qur'an to Prophet Mohammed. Observed during the last ten days of Ramadan.
Eid al-Fitr
Islamic event marking the close of Ramadan. It is a festival of thanksgiving to Allah for enjoying the month of Ramadan. Observed March 22-April 21, 2023.
Shavuot
Jewish celebration of Moses' descent from Mt Sinai with the ten commandments.
Memorial Day
A US federal holiday for mourning the men and women who fought and died while serving in the US armed forces.
Juneteenth
A US federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth marks the anniversary of the announcement of General Order No. 3 by Union Army General Gordon Granger on... Read more »