Will Ferrell celebrates Mardi Gras 2012 as King Bacchus
Pazcki Day - Polish Pazckis (deep fried filled donuts covered in powdered sugar) for Shrove Tuesday.
International Mother Language Day - UN
The United Nations' (UN) International Mother Language Day annually celebrates language diversity and variety worldwide on February 21.
National Justice for Animals Week
February 22 - 28, 2009
Every day is a holiday somewhere in the world.
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Monday, February 20, 2012
Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday
Shrove Tuesday (also known as Pancake Tuesday) is the day preceding Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. Shrove Tuesday is observed mainly in English speaking countries, especially Ireland, the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand and Canada but is also observed in Philippines and Germany. Shrove Tuesday is linked to Easter, so its date changes on an annual basis.
In most traditions the day is known for the eating of pancakes before the start of Lent. Pancakes are eaten as they are made out of the main foods available, sugar, fat, flour and eggs, whose consumption was traditionally restricted during the ritual fasting associated with Lent. read
Ash Wednesday, in the calendar of Western Christianity, is the first day of Lent and occurs 46 days before Easter. It is a moveable fast, falling on a different date each year because it is dependent on the date of Easter. It can occur as early as February 4 or as late as March 10.
According to the canonical gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, Jesus spent forty days fasting in the desert before the beginning of his public ministry, during which he endured temptation by Satan. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of this forty day liturgical period of prayer and fasting.
Ash Wednesday derives its name from the practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of adherents as a sign of mourning and repentance to God. The ashes used are typically gathered after the palms from the previous year's Palm Sunday are burned. read
In most traditions the day is known for the eating of pancakes before the start of Lent. Pancakes are eaten as they are made out of the main foods available, sugar, fat, flour and eggs, whose consumption was traditionally restricted during the ritual fasting associated with Lent. read
Ash Wednesday, in the calendar of Western Christianity, is the first day of Lent and occurs 46 days before Easter. It is a moveable fast, falling on a different date each year because it is dependent on the date of Easter. It can occur as early as February 4 or as late as March 10.
According to the canonical gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, Jesus spent forty days fasting in the desert before the beginning of his public ministry, during which he endured temptation by Satan. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of this forty day liturgical period of prayer and fasting.
Ash Wednesday derives its name from the practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of adherents as a sign of mourning and repentance to God. The ashes used are typically gathered after the palms from the previous year's Palm Sunday are burned. read
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
As the Holiday season approaches...
The holidays are rushing toward us once again. No matter what you're celebrating, remember to take time for yourself. Put your feet up and enjoy a mug of tea. Breathe.
For some fun through this busy season, check out our activities pages. Don't forget the recipes sections, too!
http://www.holidaysdot.com/christmas.html
http://www.holidaysdot.com/christmas_movies_free_online.html
Cheers!
For some fun through this busy season, check out our activities pages. Don't forget the recipes sections, too!
http://www.holidaysdot.com/christmas.html
http://www.holidaysdot.com/christmas_movies_free_online.html
Cheers!
Friday, November 11, 2011
Thanksgiving Preparations
Get Organized for Thanksgiving
It's almost time to get organized for Thanksgiving. Depending on your plans and how you celebrate the holiday, you may want to start getting organized for Thanksgiving no later than the first week of November. Here are a few tips to get organized for Thanksgiving.
Essential Thanksgiving Preparation & Entertaining Tips
Thanksgiving Decorations and Party Ideas
It's almost time to get organized for Thanksgiving. Depending on your plans and how you celebrate the holiday, you may want to start getting organized for Thanksgiving no later than the first week of November. Here are a few tips to get organized for Thanksgiving.
Essential Thanksgiving Preparation & Entertaining Tips
Thanksgiving Decorations and Party Ideas
Saturday, July 16, 2011
2 Delicious Dip Recipes for any Occasion
Hot and Spicy Avocato Dip
Delectable Dill Dip
Enjoy!
http://holidaysdot.com/recipes/z_dips_for_anytime.html
Delectable Dill Dip
Enjoy!
http://holidaysdot.com/recipes/z_dips_for_anytime.html
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Vernal / Spring Equinox - 20 March
The grass has riz
I wonder where the flowers is
The birdie's on the wing
Ain't that asburd
I always thought the wing
was on the bird.
Will the egg stand on its end?
Refresh your equinox facts here and here
Vernal Equinox History and Traditions
Ten Ways to Celebrate Spring
Spring Customs Around The World
Friday, March 18, 2011
Happy Awkward Moments Day! - March 18th
State your awkward moments today, friends. Loud and proud.
Today, March 18th is Awkard Moments Day. Really.
White South Africans voted in their national referendum to end Apartheid. Overwhelmingly in favor. 1992
Happy Birthday to Dane Cook, Queen Latifah and the Pillsbury Dough Boy
The world lost Natasha Richardson two years ago.
Raise a glass to the day.
The Vernal Equinox is just around the corner. Plan something nice to celebrate the beginning of Spring.
Today, March 18th is Awkard Moments Day. Really.
White South Africans voted in their national referendum to end Apartheid. Overwhelmingly in favor. 1992
Happy Birthday to Dane Cook, Queen Latifah and the Pillsbury Dough Boy
The world lost Natasha Richardson two years ago.
Raise a glass to the day.
The Vernal Equinox is just around the corner. Plan something nice to celebrate the beginning of Spring.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Happy Hanukkah!
No matter how you spell it, Happy Hanukkah to all our Jewish friends.
Peace and light.
The Latke: High Fiber Recipes Even Your Bubba Would Love
Put on your yarmulke...here comes Hanukkah! No matter which holiday you celebrate, choose high fiber foods if you want to control overeating.
Peace and light.
The Latke: High Fiber Recipes Even Your Bubba Would Love
Put on your yarmulke...here comes Hanukkah! No matter which holiday you celebrate, choose high fiber foods if you want to control overeating.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
2011, Dogs in Dress-Up and Ghostly Tales
The new calendar for holidays in 2011 is up. Bookmark Holidaysdot.com to check the articles, recipes, craft bits and other seasonal information!
http://www.holidaysdot.com/
Not all dogs get as big a kick out of being dressed up for Halloween as their owners. Dog costumes can be uncomfortable, ungainly and dangerous for our canine friends.
Safe Halloween Dog Costumes
Only five days until Halloween / Samhain / All Souls Night - get your costumes on and find some ghostly stories and legends at Ghost Haunts
http://www.holidaysdot.com/
Not all dogs get as big a kick out of being dressed up for Halloween as their owners. Dog costumes can be uncomfortable, ungainly and dangerous for our canine friends.
Safe Halloween Dog Costumes
Only five days until Halloween / Samhain / All Souls Night - get your costumes on and find some ghostly stories and legends at Ghost Haunts
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Halloween - October treats, recipes, crafts and autumn fun!
It's that time of year again, folks. Halloween sneaks up and Christmas sneaks up even faster. October 21st is a good day to get things in high gear for the 31st, when little witches and goblins walk the shadows. BOO!
Halloween Index
Halloween Crafts
New Halloween Recipe Links
Halloween Index
Halloween Crafts
New Halloween Recipe Links
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