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Ramadan or Ramazan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.

Although Muslims fast during other times of the year, Ramadan is the only time when fasting is obligatory during the entire month for every able Muslim.

There are a number of other greetings, which can be said to those observing Ramadan, some greetings to wish someone an easy fast are:

● Wishing you all the blessings of the holy month.
● May Allah bring you peace and happiness this Ramadan.
● May the divine blessings of Allah protect you.
● May this Ramadan be as bright as ever.

Happy Norwruz! ✨

Nowruz is also know as the Iranian New Year and has been celebrated by people from different ethnic communities and religious backgrounds for thousands of years!

We would like to wish to a happy Nowruz to you, your family, your friends and your loved ones. This year will bring new light of hope. On this auspicious day, let me wish you love, luck, prosperity and a whole lot of warmth.

Bring out your green! St. Patrick’s Day—observed every 17th of March—is packed with parades, good luck charms, oversized hats, and all things green. The event started as a religious holiday, but over time it’s become a celebration of Irish culture.

Celebrations generally involve public parades and festivals, ceilidh, and the wearing of green attire or shamrocks.

Here are some fun facts you can share with your little one on this day:
It is believed that Saint Patrick chased the snakes into the sea and banished them all from Ireland.
The shamrock is a symbol of Ireland.
The Chicago River is turned green every year to celebrate!
If you’re not wearing green, you might get a pinch from a leprechaun!

Happy International Women's Day!

Every year on 8th of March, International Women’s Day is celebrated around the world!

But why – you might ask – do we have a day, especially for women? Well, it’s fair to say that throughout history, women haven’t received the fairest treatment.

Women haven’t always been able to work, vote, or been given the same rights as men.

Since the early 1900s, women around the world have celebrated International Women’s Day, campaigning for equal rights and shining a spotlight on brilliant women across the globe.

Happy Purim everyone!

On Purim we celebrate the bravery of Queen Esther, a very smart Jewish woman who was married to a king, Ahashverosh. When Esther learned that Haman, who worked for the king, was plotting against the Jews, she summoned the courage to tell the king about Haman's evil plan and saved her people.

The Purim story helps kids learn about courage, bravery, and standing up for what's right. Your kids can grasp the themes of the story, without knowing the gory details. Here are some questions to kickstart conversations:
Who is a hero?
What does it mean to be brave?
When was a time that you felt brave?

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day fasting period observed by Christians. Ash Wednesday comes 46 days before Easter Sunday.

We are sending warm wishes to everyone celebrating. May this time of Lent be filled with peace and many blessings for you all!

Today we also celebrate Shrove Tuesday! 🥞

Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday! Pancake Day or Shrove Tuesday is actually a Christian Festival. It always falls on the Tuesday before the beginning of Lent. Lent is a period of 40 days that ends with Easter. During Lent, some people give up things like chocolate and sweets. Pancake Day marks the last day they can eat these things before Lent starts.

Did you know that although Pancake Day is on a Tuesday each year, it falls on different dates? It is always exactly 47 days before Easter!