February first marks the start of Black History Month, or National African American History Month, in the United States (and Canada)! It was preceded by Carter G. Woodson’s similar celebratory week established in 1926. Almost 50 years ago, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month in 1976. Since then, February 1 – March 1...
Happy Lunar New Year! Lunar New Year 2025 celebrations begin on January 29, which begins the Year of the Snake. The Snake is associated with wisdom, charm, elegance, and transformation in Chinese culture (Globe Trottin’ Kids). Lunar New Year is celebrated by a variety of countries and cultures that follow the lunisolar calendar. These countries...
Happy MLK Day! In the US, every third Monday in January has been set apart for over 40 years to honor and remember the life and work of minister, and activist Martin Luther King, Jr.. This day was made a national holiday in 1983 though many states and cities celebrated him on his birthday, January...
Merry Christmas! Many Christians (and non-Christians) worldwide celebrate Christmas on December 25th. The holiday is a religious and cultural celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ! For Christians, it is a reminder of the love of God who came to earth in the form of a man for the forgiveness of sin. Jesus’ birth is...
Hanukkah sameach! Happy Hanukkah (also spelled Chanukah)! Starting at sunset on December 25th, Hanukkah is observed for eight nights and days. Because the Jewish calendar follows the lunar cycle, the holiday begins on a different date each year. Jews celebrating Hanukkah light a menorah for eight nights. The menorah holds nine candles: one for each...