Las Posadas, (Spanish: “The Inns”) religious festival celebrated in Mexico and some parts of the United States between December 16 and 24. Las Posadas commemorates the journey that Joseph and Mary made from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of a safe refuge where Mary could give […]
The eight-day Jewish celebration known as Hanukkah or Chanukah commemorates the rededication during the second century B.C. of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, where according to legend Jews had risen […]
Epiphany, also known as Three Kings Day, is a Christian feast holiday observed by Eastern and Western Christians to commemorate the visitation of the three wise men to the infant Jesus in Bethlehem. […]
The County Courts and Government Buildings are closed in observance of the holiday. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday that commemorates the birth, legacy and achievements […]
Black history month commemorates the rich contributions and achievements of Black Americans in the United States and across the globe. History Black History Month 2023: Facts, Origins & More | HISTORY […]
An important traditional festival, the Chinese Lantern Festival (Yuan Xiao Jie), is the first significant feast after the Chinese New Year. The lantern festival marks the first full moon of […]
Women’s History Month honors and celebrates the contributions of all women on culture, history, and society. History Women's History Month (womenshistorymonth.gov) Women's History - Henrico County, Virginia Virginia Women […]
Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we […]
According to Disability Independence Day- Seramount.com, Disability Independence Day, July 26 celebrates the anniversary of the 1990 signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The International Day of the Indigenous Peoples is observed on the 9th of August to protect the rights, raise awareness, and recognizes the achievements and contributions of the world's indigenous […]