India Republic Day is a day to celebrate India’s transition to a sovereign republic. It’s the day the constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950. India Republic Day is one of only three national holidays in India. This day is celebrated with flag hoisting ceremonies and parades by armed Read more…
Throughout Asia and it’s neighboring countries, the Lunar New Year, commonly known as Chinese New Year is the most widely celebrated, and one of the most important holiday’s in East Asia. It marks the start of the new year based on the lunar calendar. The lunar calendar is a dating Read more…
Diwali is a time to celebrate with family and friends. On Diwali day, families wear their finest new clothes, illuminate their homes with lights, eat elaborate meals, and perform religious rituals. This year, Diwali is on October 24, 2022. This is the first year where we are re-emerging from the pandemic and Read more…
The beats of dandiyas, the sounds of the conches at Durga Puja, the beautifully decorated Golu’s and music filled Mata Chowki’s. These are some of the sights and sounds of Navratri across India. What is Navratri? Navratri comes twice a year, in the Spring time and the Fall time. We Read more…
What is Rangoli? Rangoli is an art form originating in India. It is a type of decoration drawn on the ground or sidewalk in front of a home. Rangoli is thought to bring good luck, prosperity on the house and the family, and to welcome guest. Rangoli has a purpose Read more…
Ganesha Chaturthi is celebrated/observed on Tuesday, August 30th, 2022 this year. This is the Hindu celebration of the birth of Lord Ganesha. His life represents prosperity, wisdom, and good fortune. We have put together a craft for children ages 1-6. This is a great way to get creative with kids Read more…
Janmashtami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the Eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This year, Janmashtami is on Friday, August 19th . Krishna was born to Devaki in Mathura and spent his childhood in Vrindavan with Yashoda. We are always looking for easy ways to Read more…
August kicks off the Hindu holiday season. It also brings a favorite celebration of mine. Rakshabandhan – is the celebration of the relationship between a brother-sister, sibling love, or a relationship that is like a sibling. Raksha means protection and Bandhan means a bond. It is primarily celebrated by individuals Read more…
Diwali is one of the biggest South Asian holidays that honors victory of good over evil and light over darkness. The celebrations across India and the world involve lighting Diyas – small oil lamps, making Rangoli’s – traditional floor art using colored sand or flowers, decorating homes, exchanging gifts, gathering Read more…
Learn about Holi stories, Holi rituals and Holi activities