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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240322
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T191511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T191511Z
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SUMMARY:Nowruz
DESCRIPTION:Nowruz is a celebration that marks the end of an old year and the beginning of a new one and is celebrated on the day of the astronomical vernal equinox. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Zoroastrian \nTradition and Practices – A traditional ancient Iranian festival celebrating the first day of Spring and the Iranian New Year. Also celebrated as New Year’s Day in Baha’i tradition (Naw-Ruz). (This date may vary based on region or sect.)
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/nowruz-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T192152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T192152Z
UID:63523-1711180800-1711299600@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Purim
DESCRIPTION:Purim is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from annihilation at the hands of an official of the Achaemenid Empire named Haman\, as it is recounted in the Book of Esther. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Jewish \nTradition and Practices – Purim is celebrated with food\, charity\, and gatherings. The four observances of the holiday are to read the book of Esther\, give charity to at least two needy individuals\, share the gift of food with at least one friend\, and partake in a festive meal.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/purim-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240325
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T192510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T192510Z
UID:63525-1711238400-1711324799@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Palm Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Palm Sunday falls on the Sunday before Easter. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Christian \nTradition and Practices – Palm Sunday is the Christian moveable feast that falls on the Sunday before Easter. The feast commemorates Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem\, an event mentioned in each of the four canonical Gospels. Its name originates from the palm branches waved by the crowd to greet and honor Jesus as he entered the city.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/palm-sunday-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240326
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T192638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T192638Z
UID:63527-1711324800-1711411199@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Holi
DESCRIPTION:Holi is a popular and significant Hindu festival celebrated as the Festival of Colours\, Love\, and Spring. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Hindu \nTradition and Practices – Holi celebrates the eternal and divine love of the deities Radha and Krishna. Additionally\, the day signifies the triumph of good over evil\, as it commemorates the victory of Vishnu as Narasimha over Hiranyakashipu.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/holi-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240328
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T192816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T192816Z
UID:63529-1711324800-1711583999@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Hola Mohalla
DESCRIPTION:Hola Mohalla\, also called Hola\, is a three-day long Sikh festival which normally falls in March. It takes place on the second day of the lunar month of Chett. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Sikh \nTradition and Practices – An annual event which is a martial arts parade historically coinciding with Holi\, the Hindu festival of colors. Celebrations related to Holla Mohalla may be held in various locations over several weekends preceding the actual date of the holiday.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/hola-mohalla-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240327
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T192952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T192952Z
UID:63531-1711411200-1711497599@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Khordad Sal
DESCRIPTION:The Zoroastrian celebration of the birth of Zoroaster\, the founder of the Zorastrian religion. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Zoroastrian \nTradition and Practices – The holiday is specifically celebrated in India and Iran\, immediately following the Persian new year\, Nowrúz.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/khordad-sal-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240329
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T193117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T193117Z
UID:63533-1711584000-1711670399@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Magha Puja/Sangha Day
DESCRIPTION:It commemorates the spontaneous assembly of 1\,250 disciples\, completely enlightened monks\, in the historical Buddha’s presence. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Buddhist \nTradition and Practices – Those celebrating may spend time together at a local temple\, oil lamps are often lit and people might spend a lot of time in meditation.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/magha-puja-sangha-day-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240329
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T193309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T193309Z
UID:63535-1711584000-1711670399@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Maundy Thursday / Holy Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Thursday before Easter\, Holy Thursday commemorates the Washing of the Feet (Maundy) and the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Apostles. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Christian \nTradition and Practices – Holy Thursday features many customs and traditions- holding a communion service\, where baptized individuals partake in the breaking of bread and drinking from the cup of life. Additionally\, some churches hold a Seder Supper\, a Tenebrae service\, and strip the sanctuary.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/maundy-thursday-holy-thursday-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240330
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T193445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T193445Z
UID:63537-1711670400-1711756799@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Good Friday is celebrated to honor Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and remember the events leading up to his crucifixion and death. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Christian \nTradition and Practices – It is a solemn day of remembrance and reflection\, and Christians worldwide observe it by attending church services\, fasting\, praying\, and reflecting on the meaning of \nChrist’s sacrifice.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/good-friday-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240331
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T193628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T193628Z
UID:63539-1711756800-1711843199@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Holy Saturday
DESCRIPTION:The day before Easter\, Holy Saturday commemorates the day that Jesus Christ’s body lay in the tomb and the Harrowing of Hell. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Christian \nTradition and Practices – The Easter Vigil is usually celebrated after sunset on Holy Saturday. The liturgy is divided into four parts: the Service of Light\, the Liturgy of the Word\, the Liturgy of  Baptism\, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. The Service of Light begins with the blessing of the new fire and the lighting of the Paschal candle.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/holy-saturday-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240301T193855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T195024Z
UID:63541-1711843200-1711929599@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Easter
DESCRIPTION:One of the most important Christian holidays\, it memorializes the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is believed that this occurred on the third day of his burial. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Christian \nTradition and Practices – People celebrate Easter in various ways\, including attending church services\, exchanging gifts\, enjoying festive meals with family and friends\, and participating in \nEaster egg hunts.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/easter-2024/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T170037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T170037Z
UID:64728-1712620800-1712707199@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Chaitra Navratri Begins
DESCRIPTION:Religious/Ethnic Group: Hinduism \nDescription: This week-long celebration celebrates the Goddess Shakti and three of her forms: Saraswati\, the Goddess of Knowledge\, Lakshmi\, the Goddess of Prosperity\, and Durga\, the warrior\nGoddess. \nTraditions or Practices: During this nine-night festival\, Goddess Shakti is remembered with prayers and fasting.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/chaitra-navratri-begins/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T193100
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T165634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T165634Z
UID:64726-1712691000-1712777460@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Eid al-Fitr
DESCRIPTION:Religious/Ethnic Group: Muslim \nDescription: Marks the end of Ramadan\, the month of fasting\, and the holiest month in Islamic tradition. It literally means “breaking the fast.” \nTraditions or Practices: Eid al-Fitr is one of two major holidays celebrated by Muslims and commemorates the end of the holy month of Ramadan\, in which  Muslims fast daily from before dawn until sunset. It is commemorated by a large\, community-wide prayer service in the morning\,  followed by meals and conversation with friends and family.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/eid-al-fitr/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T170419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T170419Z
UID:64732-1712966400-1713052799@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Vaisakhi (Baisakhi)
DESCRIPTION:The festival which celebrates the founding of the Sikh community as the Khalsa (community of the initiated). \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Sikh \nTradition and Practices – On this day\, Sikhs gather and celebrate Vaisakhi at their local Gurdwaras (Sikh house of worship) by remembering this day as the birth of the Khalsa.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/vaisakhi-baisakhi/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T170150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T170235Z
UID:64730-1713312000-1713398399@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Chaitra Navratri Ends
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URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/chaitra-navratri-ends/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T170556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T170556Z
UID:64734-1713312000-1713398399@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Rama Navami
DESCRIPTION:Celebrates the birthday of Rama\, king of ancient India\, hero of the epic Ramayana\, and seventh incarnation of Vishnu. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Hindu \nTradition and Practices – Vaishnava Hindus celebrate the festival by visiting temples\, praying\, fasting\, listening to spiritual discourses and singing bhajans or kirtans (devotional songs).
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/rama-navami/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T170738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T170738Z
UID:64736-1713657600-1713743999@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Mahavir Jayant
DESCRIPTION:This religious festival commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir\, the last spiritual leader of Jainism. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Jain \nTradition and Practices – Believers visit temples and engage in acts of charity on this day to honor this important person in their history. His teachings of nonviolence and spiritual enlightenment are shared during sermons at religious events.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/mahavir-jayant/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T170959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T170959Z
UID:64738-1713657600-1713743999@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Festival of Ridvan Begins
DESCRIPTION:The day that it is believed that Baha’u’llah learned his mission as the last messenger of God to the world in 1863. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Baha’i \nTradition and Practices – Celebrations begin two hours before sunset as it symbolizes the time that Bahá’u’lláh entered the garden. Given that the First Day  of Ridván is also one of the Bahá’í\nHoly Days\, work and school are prohibited. Baha’i’s traditionally observe this holiday by gathering together in prayer and celebration.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/festival-of-ridvan-begins/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T194300
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T194300
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T171412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T171646Z
UID:64742-1713814980-1713814980@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:First Day of Passover
DESCRIPTION:Commemorates the Exodus of Jews from slavery in Egypt. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Jewish \nTradition and Practices – The first and second nights of Passover are celebrated with a special family meal called a “Seder”. At the Seder\, the story of Jewish slavery\, struggle for liberation\, and subsequent exodus from Egypt is told\, there are foods of symbolic significance and prayers and traditional recitations are performed.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/first-day-of-passover/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240429
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T173630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T173630Z
UID:64746-1714262400-1714348799@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Palm Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Palm Sunday is considered the entry of the Lord Jesus into Jerusalem and the start of Holy Week. On the day before\, believers create palm fronds by knotting them into crosses in preparation for the event. \nReligious / Ethnic Group – Coptic & Eastern Orthodox Christianity \nTradition and Practices – On Palm Sunday\, people of the Orthodox Christian church receive and worship Jesus in the same way that the people of Jerusalem did after he performed His\nmiracle.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/palm-sunday/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T195100
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T195100
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T173947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T180942Z
UID:64748-1714506660-1714506660@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Last Day of Passover
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URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/last-day-of-passover/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240403T171055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T171055Z
UID:64740-1714694400-1714780799@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Festival of Ridvan Ends
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/festival-of-ridvan-ends/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240610
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240606T161148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T182237Z
UID:65909-1717891200-1717977599@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Race Unity Day
DESCRIPTION:Observance promoting racial harmony and understanding and the essential unity of humanity. \nReligious/ Ethnic Group: Bahai\nTradition/ Practices: Race Unity Day is celebrated with community picnics\, educational presentations\, musical events\, art opportunities\, programs\, newsletters and social media postings.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/race-unity-day/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240606T182632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T182908Z
UID:65928-1718496000-1718582399@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib
DESCRIPTION:On June 16 annually\, members of the Sikh religion remember the martyrdom of Guru Arjan. \nReligious/ Ethnic Group: Sikh\nTradition/ Practices: Traditionally\, a cooling drink known as a Chabeel is distributed on this day\, recalling that the Guru was tortured in the extreme heat of June. Guru Arjan became the first Sikh martyr\, having given his life upholding justice.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/martyrdom-of-guru-arjan-dev-sahib/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240620
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240606T162517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T162537Z
UID:65919-1718755200-1718841599@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Originally commemorating the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas in 1865\, it is now celebrated throughout the U.S. to honor African-American freedom and achievement. \nReligious/ Ethnic Group: American\nTraditions/ Practices: Juneteenth celebrations recognize the ongoing fight for human rights and equality and are commemorated through family cookouts\, faith services\, musical performances\, and storytelling.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/juneteenth/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240606T162818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T162818Z
UID:65921-1718870400-1718902800@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Litha
DESCRIPTION:Litha\, also known as Midsummer or the Summer Solstice\, is a pagan holiday that celebrates the longest day of the year and the beginning of summer. It’s one of eight sabbats in the Wiccan calendar and is part of the Wheel of the Year\, a cycle of seasonal celebrations that represent the cycle of life\, death\, and rebirth. \nReligious/ Ethnic Group: Pagan/Wiccan\nTraditions/ Practices: Those celebrating create a sacred space outdoors\, with leaders walking around an area and chanting while sprinkling the area with water and salt\, which are believed to be spiritually cleansing.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/litha/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T203000
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240606T162007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T162024Z
UID:65917-1718915400-1718915400@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Last Day of Eid-al-Adha
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/last-day-of-eid-al-adha/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240625
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240606T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T163151Z
UID:65923-1719187200-1719273599@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Nativity of St. John the Baptist
DESCRIPTION:The feast of the Nativity of John the Baptist was originally associated with the Epiphany\, but its observance was moved to June 24 in the west and June 25 in the east. This feast is celebrated about six months before Christmas\, as Elizabeth was in the sixth month of her pregnancy at the time of Jesus’ conception. \nReligious/ Ethnic Group: Christian/Catholic\nTraditions/ Practices: The Nativity of John the Baptist is one of the oldest festivals of the Christian church\, being listed by the Council of Agde in 506 as one of the region’s principal festivals\, where it was a day of rest and\, like Christmas\, was celebrated with three Messes: a vigil\, at dawn and at midday.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/nativity-of-st-john-the-baptist/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240606T163930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T182205Z
UID:65925-1719619200-1719705599@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
DESCRIPTION:The Feast of Saints Peter and Paul or Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul is a liturgical feast in honor of the martyrdom in Rome of the apostles Saint Peter and Saint Paul. \nReligious/ Ethnic Group: Christian/Catholic\nTraditions/ Practices: St. Peter and Paul’s Day is celebrated on June 29th. It is honored across the world\, but it is only a major holiday in Rome. Schools\, banks and stores are closed\, as well as the Vatican\, and the city is full of both religious and secular celebrations.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/feast-of-saints-peter-and-paul/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240714
DTSTAMP:20260531T171132
CREATED:20240716T161810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T161810Z
UID:66176-1720828800-1720915199@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:First Day of Ullambana/Obon
DESCRIPTION:Ullambana\, honors the spirits of past ancestors and strives to relieve aching souls from suffering. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Buddhist \nTradition/Practices: The Ullambana Ceremony\, also known as the Filial Piety Ceremony\, is one of the most important occasions in Buddhism. It is a special occasion for people to show their gratitude to their parents
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/first-day-of-ullambana-obon/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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