December is set apart around the world to observe National and Universal Human Rights Month. The month is a reminder of the basic rights and fundamental freedoms that every human has. It is also a time to reflect on how we treat others and what we can do for others! The Universal Declaration of Human...
Happy Thanksgiving! In the United States of America, every fourth Thursday of November has been set aside to celebrate Thanksgiving. This year the holiday falls on November 28th. Thanksgiving traditionally has been a celebration of the blessings of the year, including the harvest. In 1621, the Plymouth colonists from England and the Native American Wampanoag...
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On November 11th, the United States of America honors the military veterans that served in the armed forces. Veterans Day differs from Memorial Day by commemorating the service of all U.S. veterans, while Memorial Day specifically honors those who have died while in military service. The federal holiday marks the anniversary of the end of...
November has been a time to celebrate National Native American Heritage for over 30 years! It is a time to honor and celebrate the traditions, languages and stories of Native American and Alaska Native communities to ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation. The Federal Register recognizes 573 separate...
November is National Youth Homelessness Outreach, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Month. November was first declared as National Homeless Youth Awareness Month in 2007. Since then, November has been a time to acknowledge those children and families experiencing homelessness. As many as 2.5 million youth per year experience homelessness. The month is dedicated to building awareness...
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Feliz Día De Los Muertos! This year, Friday November 1st marks the beginning of the multi-day holiday largely celebrated in Mexico and other Latin American countries. A Mexican tradition, Day of the Dead is celebrated by the offering of goods to past loved ones and celebrating their lives. This involves family and friends gathering to...
Happy Diwali! Diwali, also known as Dipawali and the festival of lights, is an important holiday in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. It is celebrated by people of Hindu and Sikh religions. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that people light outside their homes (National Geographic Kids). The holiday itself symbolizes the spiritual...
