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Ash Wednesday 17 February

Ash Wednesday is a Christian holy day of prayer and fasting. Preceded by Shrove Tuesday, it falls on the first day of Lent, the six weeks of penitence before Easter. It is traditionally observed by Western Christians. Ash Wednesday derives its name from the placing of repentance ashes on the foreheads of participants in the … Continue reading “Ash Wednesday 17 February”

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LGBT+ History Month

In the third week of LGBT+ History Month, on the LCAHM Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/LCAHM/, we are looking at artists and musicians – past and present, well known and less so – from the LGBT+ community. This week we have artists Leonor Fini, Gilbert & George, Felix Gonzales-Torres and from the world of music Freddie Mercury, … Continue reading “LGBT+ History Month”

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Parinirvana Day 15 February

Parinirvana Day is an annual festival, observed in some Mahayana countries, that remembers the death of the Buddha when he reached the age of 80. When the Buddha died, Buddhists believe that he entered a state called Parinirvana, which means Nirvana without end. It is considered one of the most auspicious days for Buddhists all … Continue reading “Parinirvana Day 15 February”

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LGBT+ History Month

In the second week of LGBT+ History Month, on the LCAHM Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/LCAHM/, we will be looking at artists and musicians – past and present, well known and less so – from the LGBT+ community. This week we have artists Francis Bacon, Romaine Brooks, Claude Cahun and Jean Cocteau and from the world of … Continue reading “LGBT+ History Month”

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La Chandeleur 2 February

In France, La Chandeleur, also known as Candlemas, is celebrated every 2 February (40 days after Christmas Day) by making crêpes. The tradition of feasting on crêpes stuffed with sweet and savoury fillings is a popular one, although there are several thoughts on the origins of the day. It is a day where candles are … Continue reading “La Chandeleur 2 February”

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