February

February 12—Llincoln' s Birthday

Our 16th and arguably most popular president was born this day in 1809 in Hardin County  , Kentucky.

February 14—Valentine’s Day

Dating from the Roman feast of Lupercalia, this day has also been used by Christians to honor St. Valentine, a martyr. Today, many take time to show affection to loved ones.

February 16—Mahashivaratri

Observed by Hindus, this feast is a remembrance of the night when Lord Shiva is said to have performed the dance of primordial creation, preservation, and destruction.

February 20—Mardi Gras

Fat Tuesday customs include wearing beads, donning elaborate masks and costumes, attending balls and parades, and feasting and frolicking far into the night.

March

March 8—International Women’s Day

This day commemorates the historic 1857 garment and textile workers’ strike in New York  , one of the first organized actions by women anywhere.

March 10—Harriet Tubman’s Death

Born into slavery, Tubman freed herself and dedicated her life to freeing others and advancing the rights of Blacks.

March 20—Spring Equinox

Observed and celebrated for thousands of years by many cultures and religions, the first day of spring sees the sun directly above the equator and is characterized by 12 hours of darkness and light.

March 21—BahÁ’ÍNew Year (Naw-RÚz)

Celebrated at the spring equinox, this is one of nine holy days of the year when work and school are suspended for those of the Bahá’í faith.