Lo! We’ve reached that sweet spot of the summer when the air is filled with the smokey smells of fireworks and charcoal, and the sounds of ice cream truck jingles and squealing youngsters. Your freezer’s stocked with popsicles, […]

On January 1, 1863, Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, but this life-changing news came late to those living in Texas. On June 19, 1865, Union Army Major General Gordon Granger delivered the news of liberation to enslaved […]

A new year is a fresh start on the calendar, full of hope and potential—aka, the perfect time to connect with your loved ones. Whether you’re planning to celebrate in-person with your circle, or you’ll be far away […]

Mother’s Day can mean different things to different people. It’s the reason the apostrophe comes before the s instead of after! While many moms are celebrating and being celebrated during those 24 hours, it’s truly an individualized holiday—and […]

What’s more delightful than stowing away our winter coats and seeing tulips and crocuses appear in the garden each spring? For those who celebrate, an enthusiastic and expertly executed Easter egg hunt is perhaps the only springtime tradition […]

Play, laughter, and love are the essence of Holi, the Indian festival that marks the end of the dark and dreary winter and welcomes the bursting colors of spring. Each year, Holi kicks off the beginning of the […]

Love is a many-splendored thing, so they say—but it’s also wildly complex! As you’re likely aware, showing love means different things to different people. And not fully understanding how your partner expresses or likes to receive love can […]

Tired of the cold drab of winter? Sweater weather may not be over yet, but there’s hope on the horizon because Lunar New Year is right around the corner! Also known as the Spring Festival, Lunar New Year […]

For Hindus all around the world, Diwali (Divali or Deepavali) is the biggest festival on the calendar each year. During the days leading up to Diwali, friends and coworkers exchange gifts of dry fruits, sweets and precious metals. […]

For many people around the world, the holiday activities and celebrations don’t end when the ball drops at midnight on New Year’s Eve. Día de Los Reyes, also known as Three Kings’ Day or the Feast of the […]

In the African American and Black communities, Kwanzaa celebrates African heritage and ancestry and promotes unity, community, and working towards common goals. Each December, many African American families honor their culture and ancestors with a joyous Kwanzaa celebration […]

The holidays are truly a special part of the year—save the best for last, right? It’s a time for goofy holiday sweaters, fun with loved ones, and savoring the flavors of the season. Whether your holidays are marked […]

Are you looking to ring in the coming holiday season with a festive bash? Or perhaps you’re interested in throwing an intimate holiday dinner party for your closest friends and family leading up to Christmas Eve? Either way, […]

In Judaism, Hanukkah is known as the Festival of Lights. During this eight day-long celebration, families and friends of all ages come together to light the Chanukiah, exchange gifts, and play games. This week (plus one!) is not […]

There’s something about the holidays—especially this year—that brings about a welcomed sense of nostalgia for days gone by and warm memories of togetherness. Whether you’re reminiscing with cousins by the fire at your great aunt’s house or shout-singing […]