Passover is one of the most revered Jewish holidays, marked by families gathering worldwide for Seder dinners and cherished traditions. This holiday serves as a poignant reflection on Jewish history, customs, and beliefs, centering on the timeless narrative of freedom from ancient Egyptian bondage. Make your Passover 2024 special (and wish your Jewish friends “Happy
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Diwali is a cornerstone holiday festival celebrated by more than one billion people around the world. But what does it symbolize and how can you join in on the occasion respectfully and extend Diwali wishes to your friends and family? Here is everything you need to know! (Have questions? Ask us in the comments section
Read MoreIndigenous Peoples’ Day is a unique holiday in that it does not highlight a single culture or event, but rather celebrates the diversity of many original inhabitants of the Western Hemisphere and beyond. How much do you know about this holiday, its place in various cultural histories, and how to celebrate it with the respect
Read MoreHey FA readers! In honor of Women’s History Month, we call your attention to a newly forming star: Alexandra Doten a/k/a “Astro Alexandra.” This former NASA and US Space Force employee was a part of the first steps to establish GPS on the Moon (still in progress). She now dedicates her life to sharing space news in
Read MoreDid you know that meteorologists define seasons differently than the average person? The seasons you are familiar with, according to the calendar, are “astronomical,” but the seasons that your meteorologist chats about on the evening news are “meteorological.” For meteorologists, the seasons are defined by the months with temperatures and weather often associated with each.
Read MoreAre you looking for plants that grow well together? How about a unique way to say, “I love you” for Valentine’s Day? Here are companion plant valentine puns to help you find the perfect words! Right click (or press and hold) to save any of the images below. Share them on Facebook or Instagram and
Read MoreWriters and illustrators in the 19th century brightened the magic of Christmas and influenced our perceptions of this special holiday. Read on to learn about the creativity that went into the lovable Santa Claus figure and the “merry” tradition that we know so well today! “The Night Before Christmas” Origins In 1822, the Reverend Clement
Read MoreHalloween is Thursday, October 31, 2024. Hallow’s Eve falls on October 31 each year. Ever wondered how trick-or-treating began? Learn about the spooky origins of Halloween traditions. We’ve got some great recipes too! Read on. Upcoming Dates for Halloween Year Date 2025 Friday, October 31 2026 Saturday, October 31 2027 Sunday, October 31 Halloween History
Read MoreThe next National Siblings Day is April 10, 2024. We invite you to make a patch in our “digital quilt” on Instagram. See below! National Siblings Day is a day to appreciate your brother or sister. It has been recognized by forty-nine state governors in the US (all except California) but it is not designated
Read MoreWe are excited to announce: Our secret formula for predicting the weather will travel aboard the Ax-1 mission to the International Space Station—set to launch April 6th!
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