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Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib
On June 16 annually, members of the Sikh religion remember the martyrdom of Guru Arjan. Religious/ Ethnic Group: Sikh Tradition/ Practices: Traditionally,…
Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
The Feast of Saints Peter and Paul or Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul is a liturgical feast in honor of the…
Nativity of St. John the Baptist
The feast of the Nativity of John the Baptist was originally associated with the Epiphany, but its observance was moved to June…
Litha
Litha, also known as Midsummer or the Summer Solstice, is a pagan holiday that celebrates the longest day of the year and…
Juneteenth
Originally commemorating the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas in 1865, it is now celebrated throughout the U.S. to honor…
First Day of Eid-al-Adha
Festival of Sacrifice. Commemorates the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his son Ishmael. God provided a sheep to sacrifice in Ishmael’s place….
First day of Shavuot
“Feast of Weeks” or “Pentecost”. Originally an ancient grain harvest festival, Shavout has long been identified with the giving of the Torah…
Race Unity Day
Observance promoting racial harmony and understanding and the essential unity of humanity. Religious/ Ethnic Group: Bahai Tradition/ Practices: Race Unity Day is…