Ramadan Begins – Islam Holiest period of the Islamic Year. Commemoration of Muhammad’s reception of the divine revelation recorded in the Qur’an. Authorities in Saudi Arabia sight the new moon of the 9th month of the Islamic calendar.

Palm Sunday – Christian (Western Church) Celebrates the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Note: The Eastern Church observes this holiday on April 17th.

Lord’s Evening Meal – Jehovah’s Witness Christians This was first observed by Jesus Christ on Jewish Passover in 33 C.E. It is observed only once per year.  Celebrants partake of bread and wine which are symbols of Christ’s body and blood