Shrove Tuesday
Shrove Tuesday is the day before Ash Wednesday, marking the end of the pre-Lenten season known as Shrovetide. It is traditionally a day of feasting, confession and preparation for the 40-day Lenten season.
Mardi Gras Day
Mardi Gras Day, also known as Fat Tuesday, is a vibrant and festive celebration that takes place the day before Ash Wednesday, marking the start of Lent in the Christian calendar. It's a day of indulgence, feasting, and revelry before the solemnity of the Lenten season.
Town Meeting Day
Town Meeting Day is a traditional New England civic event, most prominently celebrated in the state of Vermont. Town Meeting Day has been a significant part of Vermont's history and civic life since before it became a state.
Installation of Sultan Terengganu
The Installation of the Sultan of Terengganu is a ceremonial event that marks the formal ascension of a new Sultan to the throne of Terengganu. This traditional event is steeped in Malay royal customs, symbolizing the continuity of the monarchy and the Sultan's role as the head of state and protector of Islam in the state.
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is a significant day in the Christian liturgical calendar, marking the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and repentance leading up to Easter. It is observed in Western Christianity including Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, and some Protestant traditions.
Patriot's Day
Patriot's Day is a state holiday observed in Massachusetts, Maine, and occasionally in other parts of New England. It commemorates the Battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775, which marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War. The holiday is a celebration of American independence, freedom, and the courage of the early patriots who stood against British rule.
St. Patrick's Day in Canada
St. Patrick's Day honors St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It is a public holiday in Newfoundland and Labrador, reflecting the province's strong Irish heritage.
St. Patrick's Day Northern Ireland
St. Patrick's Day holds a significant place in Northern Ireland's cultural and historical landscape. As the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick is honored for bringing Christianity to the island, and the day has both religious and cultural importance.
Nuzul Al-Quran
Nuzul Al-Quran refers to the event of the Quran's initial revelation to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is one of the most significant moments in Islamic history, marking the beginning of the divine guidance given to humanity through the Quran. The term "Nuzul" means "descent" and "Al-Quran" is the holy book of Islam.
St. Joseph's Day
St. Joseph's Day honors St. Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus Christ and the husband of the Virgin Mary. It is observed as a solemn feast in the Catholic Church and recognized in other Christian traditions.
