Halloween is a very popular holiday in the United States. It is also called All Hallows’ Eve, and it is held on 31st October. Like Christmas, it initially had a spiritual approach, and it was created with the purpose of remembering the dead, as well as all the departed souls. However, nowadays, it became more … Read more
In many Episcopal and Catholic denominations, worshipers carry palms in a procession of faith commemorating a special event that took place in the Bible. In some place, procuring palms is a challenge. The worshipers result to using a more readily available alternative. In the end, it is the thought that counts. This article is going … Read more
Easter Sunday is the most important Christian holiday. On Easter day, we celebrate Jesus Christ’s resurrection from the dead. Christians believe that the Lord came back to life three days after his death. It is a movable feast, thus falling on different dates each year. Traditions range depending on which part of the globe we … Read more
Saint Patrick’s Day is one of the biggest celebrations of the Irish culture around the world. Right now Saint Patrick’s Day is only recognized as a public holiday in a few places. This is the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, Newfoundland, Labrador, and Montserrat. Other places, such as Great Britain, Canada, the USA, Argentina, … Read more
Since the 18th century, people have been celebrating the arrival of Christopher Columbus to the Americas. But that begs one question: should we celebrate Columbus Day? From the origins to the evolution and to the huge opposition from today, we’re going to cover the major angles of this controversial festivity. All countries across the globe … Read more
Passover is the most sacred and observed holiday in Judaism, or in Hebrew, Pesach, commemorates the Israelites leaving enslavement in ancient Egypt. Pesach is a week long celebration and festival celebrated in the early spring celebrated in the early spring from the 15th to 22nd of the Hebrew month Nissan. In some countries Passover is … Read more
While almost everyone agrees that protecting the environment is important, very few take concrete action. Arbor Day is a day set aside to encourage you to support environmental sustainability by planting a tree. Trees help protect the environment in so many ways. Let’s learn more about this holiday. What is Arbor Day? People are encouraged to … Read more
Maryland has a unique history that stretches from the early 1600s to the present. Maryland Day gives residents the opportunity to celebrate this history in many unique ways from art exhibits to interactive exhibits showcasing various eras in Maryland history. What Is Maryland Day? To put it simply, Maryland Day is a celebration of all … Read more
Lack of appreciation is one of the top reasons that employees quit. Recognition and appreciation are two essential items that people need to have a healthy morale. Since employees spend most of their time at work, they feel quite a loss in their lives when their employers do not value them. While the problem of … Read more
Columbus Day – A Celebration for the New American Identity Since the 18th century, people have been celebrating the arrival of Christopher Columbus to the Americas. But that begs one […] Good Friday – A Commemoration of Suffering Good Friday marks the Friday before the Sunday of Easter, which concludes the Holy Week. In Christianity, … Read more