Ashura
Muslim/Islamic Holiday
Shi’a Muslims commemorate the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali, Muhammad’s grandson. According to Sunni Muslims , Muhammad fasted and asked other to do so on this day as well.
Ongoing Events
Kwanzaa
Date: – Time: All Day Location: this is an observance not an event
Celebration of African-American culture, culminating in a communal feast called Karamu. Created by activist Maulana Karenga.
New Years Eve
Date: – Time: 12:00 am–12:55 pm Location: this is an observance not an event
Day before the Calendar new year.
French-American Heritage Month
Date: – Time: All Day Location: this is an observance not an event
July, the designated National French-American Heritage Month and was established to honor the significant contributions made to the country by people of French descent.