calendarcraze_rlq558 Maundy Thursday is celebrated on the Thursday of Holy Week in the Christian calendar. For those who observe this day, they are recalling the moment when Jesus established the sacrament of the Eucharist or communion. There are some churches that also take this day to… In many Episcopal and Catholic denominations, worshipers carry palms in … Read more
Independence Day is a national celebration of the United States, being one of the most popular holidays in the country, and probably the most patriotic one. What is Independence Day? July 4th is the most important celebration in the United States. The Declaration of Independence was adopted on the same day, back in 1776. Furthermore, … Read more
Valentine’s Day is that time of the year when people show their love, affection, and friendship. This is why each year on February 14th, people all across the globe exchange gifts, cards, candy, or flowers with their “valentine”. The History of Valentine’s Day The history of Valentine’s Day is directly linked to its patron saint. … Read more
Hanukkah is a traditional Jewish holiday that begins on December 24th and ends on January 1st. Hanukkah, also spelled “Chanukah”, is known as the Festival of Lights and the Festival of Dedication, as it originated when the Holy Temple in Jerusalem was rededicated during the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire, dating back to 160 … Read more
Martin Luther King Jr Day is a holiday that celebrates the life and achievements of the iconic Martin Luther King. An American civil rights leader, the spokesman is still remembered for his campaigns for racial awareness and equality in the United States. When Is Martin Luther King Jr Day? Martin Luther King Jr Day is … Read more
Mardi Gras, translating to “Fat Tuesday” in French, originated in Europe and is dated as far back as the Middle Ages. In March of 1699, French explorer Jean Baptiste Le Moyne Sieur de Bienville founded the Point du Mardi Gras, about 60 miles south of New Orleans, and also the Fort Louis de la Louisiane … Read more
Thanksgiving is an important American holiday during which families organize feasts and dinners. However, modern celebrations do look and taste quite like what the pilgrims ate centuries ago . The History of Thanksgiving This feast was initially created to show appreciation for a blessed rich harvest and the previous year. When they first came in … Read more
Celebrated on the 4th Thursday in October it is a day to give thanks for everything we have, that we’ve worked hard for as a nation. It is usually highlighted by a feast featuring turkey, bread stuffing, gravy and favorite family recipes. Thanksgiving was first celebrated between the pilgrim and the Indians in 1621.
Martin Luther King Jr Day is a holiday that celebrates the life and achievements of the iconic Martin Luther King. An American civil rights leader, the spokesman is still remembered for his campaigns for racial awareness and equality in the United States. When Is… Passover is a feast commemorating the emancipation of the Israelites from … Read more
Father’s Day is the special day when we honor fathers, grandfathers, great-grandfathers, and all other father figures in our lives for their valuable contribution. It is a time to recognize the men that have influenced our lives, and we do that in ways similar to those of Mother’s Day. When Is Fathers Day? Fathers are … Read more