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Day of the Covenant – Baha’i

Day of the Covenant – Baha’i Baha’i celebration of the covenant given in the last will and testament of Baha’u’llah.

Guru Nanak Dev Sahib’s Birthday – Sikh

Guru Nanak Dev Sahib’s Birthday – Sikh Day honoring the birth of the first Sikh teacher who lived from 1469-1539 c.e. There are sacred readings, prayers, hymns, and meals taken together.

Saint Andrew’s Day – Christian

Saint Andrew’s Day – Christian Christian observance of the coming of Christianity to the area now known as Scotland. The martyrdom of St. Andrew is remembered as the season of advent is about to begin.

Advent – Christian

Advent – Christian Time of preparation for observing the birth of Jesus Christ. Advent is observed with the lighting of candles, display of wreaths, and special ceremonies. Advent anticipates the coming again to earth of Jesus Christ.

Saint Nicholas Day – Christian

Saint Nicholas Day – Christian Celebration of the birth of Saint Nicholas, patron saint of children, and role model for gift giving. Many churches named for this saint, who is also the Dutch version of Santa Claus.

Posada Navidenas – Christian

Posada Navidenas – Christian The Hispanic Christian feast of The Lodgings commemorating the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem in preparation for the birth of Jesus.

Winter Solstice – Wiccan/Pagan

Winter Solstice – Wiccan/Pagan Yule is the time of greatest darkness and the longest night of the year. This time is celebrated as the “return of the Sun God” when He is reborn of the Goddess.