Arbaeen

Arbaeen marks the 40th day after Ashura, the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Mohammad. Religious/Ethnic Group:  Muslim (Shia)

Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birthday of Ganesha, the elephant deity. Religious/Ethnic Group: Hindu Tradition/Practices: To worship Lord Ganesha during this festival, one

Coptic New Year/Nayrouz

A feast day that celebrates the beginning of the Coptic New Year. In addition, it memorializes both martyrs and confessors in the

Mawlid

The celebration of the birth of the Prophet Muhammad in the Islamic faith. Religious/Ethnic Group:  Muslim Tradition/Practices: N/A

National Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrates the contributions, heritage, and culture of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Religious/Ethnic Group: American Tradition/Practices: During Hispanic Heritage Month, many cities will

Pitru Paksha or Shraadh

16 days in the Hindu calendar in which ancestors are remembered through the offering of prayers, food, and water Religious/Ethnic Group: Hindu

Are you listening? An all-male 2024 Election discussion

Edison O. Jackson Auditorium 1638 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, United States

Kevin Powell An engaging all-male conversation to hear your views around the elections,  Project 2025, and how you can impact the vote.

Mabon

Celebration marking the autumnal equinox in the Pagan and Wiccan religions. Religious/Ethnic Group: Pagan/Wiccan Tradition/Practices: Practitioners pick apples, a common symbol of

Fight Flu Fast

Flu season is almost here! Getting your flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu