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Hanukkah – Jewish
February 9, 2012
Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days and nights of candle lighting.
Ashura – Islam
February 9, 2012
The Day of Ashura commemorates, for Shi’a Muslims, a day of mourning for the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad.
Hijra – New Year – Islam
February 9, 2012
This is the first day of the month of Muharram which marks the time in 622 CE when Prophet Muhammad moved from Mecca to Medina.
Birth of Baha’u’llah – Bahai
February 9, 2012
Baha’u’llah is the Messenger of God. His teachings create the foundation of the Baha’i practice which is the unity of people of all races and backgrounds.
Samhain-Beltane – Wicca/Pagan
February 9, 2012
Samhain marks the beginning of the Pagan year; a time to search for wisdom and guidance.
All Saints Day- Christian
February 9, 2012
On this day, the Catholic and Protestant churches celebrate all believers, known and unknown, alive and dead.
Eid al Fitr- Islam
February 9, 2012
Krishna Janmashtami- Hindu
February 9, 2012
Ramadan Begins- Islam
February 9, 2012
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and lasts for thirty days.
Pentecost – Christian
February 9, 2012
Pentecost is a celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit on Jesus’ disciples, and the birth of the church, following His resurrection.