Good Friday
Eastern Orthodox
Eastern Orthodox Good Friday, a commemorative day remembering when Jesus was crucified on the cross.
National Day of Silence
LGBTQIA2S+
Day of Silence is GLSEN’s annual day of action to spread awareness about the effects of the bullying and harassment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning students. Day-long vow of silence to symbolically represent the …
Ongoing Events
Kwanzaa
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Celebration of African-American culture, culminating in a communal feast called Karamu. Created by activist Maulana Karenga.
New Years Eve
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Day before the Calendar new year.
Arab-American Heritage Month
NAAHM
National Arab-American Heritage Month (NAAHM) takes place in April. It celebrates the Arab American heritage and culture and pays tribute to the contributions of Arab Americans and Arabic-speaking Americans.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
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This is an annual observance in the United States dedicated to raising awareness and preventing child abuse. April has been designated Child Abuse Prevention Month in the United States since 1983.