Articles by Jan Register
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Ash Wednesday – Lent begins – Christian
February 7, 2012
In Western Christianity, Ash Wednesday marks the first day of the season of Lent, 40 days of preparation for Easter.
Purim – Jewish
February 7, 2012
Holi – Hindu
February 7, 2012
Nirvana Day – Buddhist
February 7, 2012
Naw Ruz (New Year) – Baha’i
February 6, 2012
The New Year celebrates the love relationship between the Creator and the creation, in the material world.
Chinese New Year – Confucian –Daoist -Buddhist
February 2, 2012
The Chinese New Year remains the most important social and economic holiday in China.
Eid al Adha-Islam
February 2, 2012
Also called the Feast of Sacrifice, this day celebrates the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his son to God.
Imbolc – Lughnassad – Wicca/Pagan
February 2, 2012
The second of four great fire festivals, Imbolc (meaning “in milk”) recognizes a time of awakening, promise and hope for the spring.
InterVarsity Large Group Meeting every Tuesday
February 1, 2012
Navaratri – Hindu
February 1, 2012