How To Celebrate Important Days, Weeks, and Months

After decades of being celebrated at mostly the local level, Juneteenth — the long-standing holiday that commemorates the arrival of news of emancipation and freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, in 1865 — became a federal holiday in 2021.

On June 19, 1865, two months after the U.S. Civil War ended, Union Gen. Gordon Granger walked onto the balcony at Ashton Villa in Galveston, Texas, and announced to the people of the state that “all slaves are free.”

Emancipation Days — like Juneteenth in Texas — are not what many people think, because emancipation did not do what most of us think it did.

On 143 Day, we celebrate the enduring legacy of Fred Rogers. Engage in these activities to honor his commitment to fostering love and understanding.

To encourage Muslims to be more mindful of the impact of Ramadan on the environment, mosques are increasingly dispensing of single-use items, with some banning the use of plastics altogether.

This Women's History Month, learn from some of the world's most daring women leaders — and their TED Talks.

February 17 is National Random Acts of Kindness Day! Here's a guide with ideas for how to celebrate the holiday and instill kindness in your community year-round.

Whether you’re reveling in the beauty of spring’s peak or just seeking a dose of positivity and inspiration to brighten your month, these quotes are for you.

Whether you’re embracing the arrival of spring or just looking to inject a dose of positivity and inspiration into your month, these quotes are for you.

As you step into the new year, may these quotes inspire and guide you and help you start your year right.

Whether you’re in a reflective mood or gearing up for new beginnings, let these words resonate with you as you say farewell to this year and welcome the next…

Whether you’re ringing in the new year, celebrating a January birthday, or just looking to infuse your winter with a burst of optimism, these quotes are for you.