The most well known and beloved moon phase is that of the full moon. This is the lunar phase where it is completely illuminated from your perspective on Earth. It is when…
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Lunar Phases – New Moon
The New Moon is the lunar phase where the moon is completely dark as seen from Earth. It is the first phase in the lunar cycle. In scientific terms, it is the…
Día de Muertos, the Day of the Dead
Día de Muertos (also known as El Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead in English) is one of my favorite holidays. During the festival, families invite their departed…
Lunar Phases Special Feature Launch
The lunar phases (phases of the moon) are such an important part of our day to day (night to night) life that sometimes we don’t even notice it. We enjoy the full…
Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights
Sometimes called the Festival of Lights, Diwali is a major Hindu holiday that happens during the fall. Celebrating Diwali is one of the most beautiful Hindu holiday traditions, filled with joy and…
Celebrating Rosh Hashanah
For my Jewish friends, Rosh Hashanah, which means “Head of the Year” in Hebrew, is considered the Jewish New Year. It is one of the most important days on the Jewish calendar. …
Celebrating Ramadan
Celebrating Ramadan is a blessed celebration in the life of followers of Islam. While it is a time of spiritual focus, it is in fact a celebration shared with family and friends….
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo – Music and Dance
Mexican music and dance are large parts of celebrating Cinco de Mayo. The festivals celebrating Cinco de Mayo are a great way to experience these aspects of Mexican culture. In addition to…
Cinco de Mayo – Food and Drink
Food and drink play a prominent role in Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Celebrations often center on food, from birthday parties to major religious holidays, because food brings people together. It is an…
History and Celebration of Cinco de Mayo
The history and celebration of Cinco de Mayo, a holiday held on the 5th of May in Mexico and the United States celebrates Mexican culture and perseverance. It has a special place…