Bennington Battle Day
Vermont state holiday commemorating the victory of American and Vermont forces over British forces at the Battle of Bennington during the American Revolutionary War in 1777.
Janmashtami
Hindu celebration of the birthday of Krishna. Nightlong prayers are held in the Temples. A two day observance.
Labor Day
A US federal holiday to celebrate the social and economic achievements of American workers.
Mawlid-el-Nabi
Islamic commemoration of the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, founder of Islam, in about 570 c.e.
Rosh Hashanah
Jewish New Year.
Navaratri/Dassehra
9-day Hindu Festival of the divine mother honoring Durga, wife of Shiva. Also observed as a celebration recalling the days of Lord Krishna.
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Yom Kippur
Jewish Day of Atonement. This holiest day of the Jewish year is observed with strict fasting and ceremonial repentance.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Vermont state holiday that celebrates and honors indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures.
Sukkot
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.