Events
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Harriet Tubman Day
Harriet Tubman Day is an American holiday in honor of the anti-slavery activist Harriet Tubman, observed on March 10 every year.
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Mothering Sunday
In the United Kingdom and Ireland, Mothering Sunday (also known as Mothering Day) is a day for honoring mothers. It takes place exactly three weeks before Easter Sunday.
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Las Fallas
Las Fallas is a traditional festival celebrated in Valencia, Spain, known for its elaborate and artistic sculptures called "fallas" that are displayed throughout the city. The festival culminates in the burning of these sculptures in a spectacular bonfire, accompanied by fireworks and lively street celebrations, typically held in mid-March.
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World Folktales and Fables Week
World Folktales and Fables Week is held each year during the third week of March to encourage exploration of the lessons learned from folk tales, fables, myths, and legends from around the world. The tales vary from culture to culture but often share common morals, themes, and characters. Check out our Yeh-Shen: A Cinderella Story…
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St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day commemorates the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick. Celebrated globally, it is marked by parades, the wearing of green attire, and various festivities that honor Irish culture and heritage.
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Global Recycling Day
Global Recycling Day was created in 2018 to help recognize, and celebrate, the importance recycling plays in preserving our precious primary resources and securing the future of our planet.
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International Day of Happiness
The International Day of Happiness promotes the importance of happiness as a fundamental human goal. The day encourages individuals and communities worldwide to participate in activities that contribute to greater well-being and happiness for themselves and others.
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World Storytelling Day
World Storytelling Day aims to promote the tradition of storytelling, foster cultural exchange, and highlight the power of storytelling to connect people and communities around the world.
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Eid al-Fitr
Ramadan culminates with the Eid al Fitr festival and is celebrated by Muslims all over the world. The day begins with the Eid prayer and is followed by people greeting each other, enjoying sweet meals, and spending the day with friends and family. Happiness and togetherness is the theme of this festival.
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Nowruz
Nowruz, also known as the Persian New Year, is a traditional festival celebrated by millions of people worldwide, marking the arrival of spring and the beginning of the new year in the Iranian calendar. The festivities include various customs, such as the Haft-Seen table, where seven symbolic items starting with the letter 'S' are displayed,…