The calendar is full of celebratory days and periods, some of national/cultural significance (in the U.S., Independence Day and Thanksgiving, for instance), some of religious significance (Passover, Easter, Christmas, Ramadan), some of ethnic significance (St. Patrick’s Day, Columbus Day, Chinese New Year, San Gennaro, Diwali), some celebrating sentimental attachments (Valentine’s Day, Mothers Day, Fathers Day), … Continue reading Cultural celebrations