Multi-faith calendar

February 04 , 2012

Mawlid al-Nabiy

Celebrates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h.) who was the originating personality to whom Allah revealed the Qu’ran, the source of the faith.

http://www.islam.com/MFestivals.htm

February 08 , 2012

Tu B’Shvat

Is the New Year of Trees according to Jews in Israel and is celebrated by others according to geographic benefits. It is customary to plant a tree on this day.

February 20 , 2012

Maha Shivaratri

Mmeans “The Night of Shiva” and is observed to honour Lord Shiva with feasting, dancing, and singing.

http://www.rudraksha-ratna.com/mahashivaratri.html

Source: http://www.when-is.com/mahashivaratri.asp

February 21 , 2012

Shrove Tuesday

Also known as “Mardi Gras” and “Pancake Day”, is the last day before Lent begins when fasting is the custom. Butter (and other fats), eggs, and milk that were forbidden during Lent were eaten in party style so that they would not go rancid during the spring thaw before they could be eaten again after Easter

February 22 , 2012

Ash Wednesday

Is the beginning of the Lenten period of 40 days with the marking of a cross on foreheads with ashes as a sign of repentance and forgiveness.

February 24 , 2012

First of Muharram

Is the beginning of the year (1429 AH) for Muslims and is celebrated with a pilgrimage to Mecca, known as the Hajj.