Upcoming Events
and Holidays
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Ramadan
Ramadan is the holiest month in Islam, observed by Muslims worldwide through fasting from dawn to sunset, prayer, reflection, and acts of charity. It commemorates the revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad and emphasizes spiritual growth, self-discipline, and community.
Lent
Beginning on Ash Wednesday and ending at sundown on Holy Thursday, Lent is a 40-day period devoted to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. It invites Christians to prepare their hearts for the celebration of the Lord’s Resurrection at Easter. Common practices include fasting on designated days, simplifying daily routines, and intentionally serving others.
Batya Levine: Artist in Residence
Come celebrate a soulful weekend with Batya Levine.
On Friday join us for soulful, songful, and participatory Friday night service at 7:30 pm, following the full liturgy for Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma'ariv.
On Saturday join Batya Levine for an evening of harmony, rhythm, and heart-opening communal song.
On Sunday, drawing on the concept of aliyot - being called up to bless and be blessed by the chanting of the Torah - we will interweave song with ritual in a co-created group space to call our prayers into the song, and call the song into our prayers. We will explore the concept of blessings, learn melodies, and have space to give and receive the blessing of song together.
For more information and registration please visit: https://www.congregationbethaverim.org/event/BatyaLevine.
Clean Monday
Clean Monday is the first day of Great Lent in the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition and marks the beginning of a period of fasting and spiritual renewal. It is traditionally observed with special prayers, strict fasting, and symbolic acts of purification, emphasizing repentance and preparation for the celebration of Pascha (Easter).
Ayyám-i-Há
Ayyám-i-Há is a Baháʼí festival of four or five intercalary days that take place before the fasting month of ‘Alá in the Baháʼí calendar. It is a time dedicated to generosity, hospitality, charity, and preparing spiritually for the fast, often celebrated with gatherings, gift-giving, and acts of service. The days emphasize joy, community, and care for others as expressions of Baháʼí teachings.
Atlanta Jewish Film Festival -- The Day After
Come join Interfaith Atlanta at the Jewish Film Festival on Wednesday, February 25th at 7:30 pm. We will be watching the Documentary film The Day After which follows Israelis and Palestinians who travel to Northern Ireland to confront an impossible question: how bitter enemies make peace, drawing lessons from the Irish peace process to imagine paths forward. The film will be shown at The Springs Cinema and Taphouse and will run one hour. Following the film we will be meeting to discuss our thoughts. We hope to see you there!
Register here to get your free tickets to the screening: https://ajff.org/film/day-after.
Voices For Peace - Ramadan Interfaith Dinner
Come join us for an evening of harmony and understanding at the Voices For Peace - Ramadan Interfaith Dinner hosted by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. This event aims to bring together people from different backgrounds to celebrate diversity and promote peace. Enjoy delicious food, engaging conversations, and a sense of community as we break bread together during this special time of Ramadan. Let's come together to foster unity and friendship among all faiths. We look forward to seeing you there!
Reserve a spot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/voices-for-peace-ramadan-interfaith-dinner-tickets-1980045188460.
Ramadan Fellowship Iftar Dinner
We are pleased to invite you to join us for the Atlantic Institute’s Ramadan Fellowship Iftar Dinner, a special evening dedicated to community, connection, and share reflection during the holy month of Ramadan. This opportunity builds a warm space to share food, establish sincere connections, and appreciate the values of understanding, respect, and fellowship that Ramadan represents. We would be honored to welcome you and share this meaningful evening together.
For more information and to RSVP please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ramadan-fellowship-iftar-dinner-tickets-1982976118952?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Purim
Purim is a joyous Jewish holiday that commemorates the survival of the Jewish people from Haman’s plot to destroy them, as told in the Book of Esther. It is celebrated with festive meals, reading the Megillah, giving gifts to friends and the needy, and dressing in costumes to embrace themes of hidden miracles and resilience.
Holi
Holi is a Hindu festival, often called the “Festival of Colors,” that celebrates the arrival of spring, the victory of good over evil, and the renewal of relationships. It is marked by public gatherings where people throw colored powders, share food and sweets, and visit friends and family. Holi recalls stories such as the triumph of Prahlad over his evil aunt, Holika, as well as the love story of Radha and Krishna.
Hola Mohalla
Hola Mohalla is a Sikh festival founded by Guru Gobind Singh as a time for the Sikh community to gather, demonstrate martial skills, and strengthen spiritual discipline. It is especially associated with Anandpur Sahib, where participants take part in processions, mock battles, devotional singing, and communal meals (langar). The festival emphasizes courage, community, and the Sikh ideals of readiness and service.
Shri Ramakrishna Jayanti
Shri Ramakrishna Jayanti honors the birth anniversary of Shri Ramakrishna, a revered 19th-century Hindu mystic and spiritual leader. Celebrated with prayers, devotional songs, and reflections on his teachings, the day highlights his message of divine love, universal harmony, and the unity of all religions.
Laylat al-Qadr
Laylat al-Qadr, or the “Night of Power,” is an Islamic observance during the last ten nights of Ramadan that commemorates the first revelation of the Qur'an to the Prophet Muhammad. It is considered the holiest night of the year, when prayers, charity, and acts of devotion are believed to carry especially great spiritual reward. The exact date is debated; many traditions observe it on the 27th night of Ramadan, but others hold that its precise timing is unknown and may fall on any of the last ten nights.
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr is an Islamic festival that marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting. It begins with a special communal prayer and is celebrated with meals, visiting family and friends, giving gifts, and acts of charity, especially the required alms (zakat al-fitr) given to those in need. The holiday emphasizes gratitude, generosity, and the renewal of community bonds.
Ostara
Ostara is a modern Pagan and Wiccan festival celebrated around the spring equinox, marking the balance of day and night and the return of longer days. It honors themes of renewal, fertility, and growth, often symbolized by eggs, seeds, and spring flowers. Many who observe Ostara celebrate by spending time in nature, planting, or performing rituals that welcome the new season.
Naw-Rúz
Naw-Rúz is the Baháʼí New Year, celebrated on the spring equinox and marking the end of the month-long fast of ‘Alá. It is a joyful holy day observed with prayers, festive meals, and gatherings with family and community. Naw-Rúz symbolizes spiritual renewal, new beginnings, and gratitude.
Interfaith Youth Summit
On March 21st come join us for our first ever Interfaith Youth Summit! More information coming soon!
Feast of the Annunciation
The Feast of the Annunciation is a Christian holy day commemorating the announcement by the angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary that she would conceive and give birth to Jesus. It highlights themes of divine incarnation, obedience, and hope. The day is often observed with special liturgies, prayers, and readings from the Gospel of Luke.
Rama Navami
Rama Navami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, a central figure in the epic Ramayana and an incarnation of the god Vishnu. It is observed on the ninth day of the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra, usually in March or April, and is marked by temple worship, recitations of the Ramayana, and devotional singing. Many devotees also fast or participate in processions and community celebrations.
Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday is a Christian holy day that commemorates Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, when crowds greeted him by laying palm branches on the road. It is celebrated on the Sunday before Easter and marks the beginning of Holy Week, the period that recalls the events leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. Many churches observe the day with processions or the distribution of palm branches.
Interfaith Hunger Seder
Atlanta Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) invites you to participate in the Interfaith Hunger Seder, a special event highlighting the tireless work toward food justice occurring daily throughout the metro area.
At 5 p.m., The Marketplace will be filled with community partners that fight hunger and food insecurity every day. Come learn about their efforts and ways you can be engaged in their essential work. Immediately thereafter, we will enjoy our meal and program. We are looking forward to breakout conversations and diving deeper into the moral call of what it means to feed our people - including the impact of recent changes to the federal food programs. We will be led by Rabbi Jason Holtz of Temple Kehillat Chaim, assisted by other respected clergy leaders.
The event will take place at Congregation Ahavath Achim, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30327 on Sunday, March 29th from 5:00-9:00pm. We hope to see you there!
Learn more and register here: https://www.atlantajcrc.org/copy-of-2024-hunger-seder-event.
Mahavir Jayanti
Mahavir Jayanti is a Jain festival celebrating the birth of Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara and a central teacher of Jainism. Devotees mark the day with prayers, processions, readings of Mahavira’s teachings, and acts of charity, reflecting his emphasis on nonviolence (ahimsa), truth, and compassion. The festival honors Mahavira’s life and the ethical principles that guide Jain practice.
Passover
Passover (Pesach) is a Jewish holiday commemorating the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt, as told in the Book of Exodus. It is observed with the Seder meal, the retelling of the Exodus story, and the avoidance of leavened bread to honor themes of freedom, resilience, and faith.
Holy Thursday
Holy Thursday, also known as Maundy Thursday, commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples before his crucifixion. Observed during Holy Week, it is a day of reflection on Jesus’ teachings of love and service, often marked by church services, foot-washing rituals, and the Eucharist.
Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian observance commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his sacrifice for humanity’s redemption. It is a solemn day of prayer, reflection, and fasting, marked by church services, scripture readings, and reenactments of the Passion.
Palm Sunday (Orthodox)
Palm Sunday is a Christian holy day that commemorates Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, when crowds greeted him by laying palm branches on the road. It is celebrated on the Sunday before Easter and marks the beginning of Holy Week, the period that recalls the events leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. Many churches observe the day with processions or the distribution of palm branches.
Easter
Easter is a major Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, symbolizing hope, renewal, and victory over sin and death. Observed with joyful church services, festive meals, and cultural traditions like egg hunts, it marks the culmination of Holy Week and the promise of new life.
Good Friday (Orthodox)
Good Friday is a Christian observance commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his sacrifice for humanity’s redemption. It is a solemn day of prayer, reflection, and fasting, marked by church services, scripture readings, and reenactments of the Passion.
Pascha/Easter (Orthodox)
Easter is a major Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, symbolizing hope, renewal, and victory over sin and death. Observed with joyful church services, festive meals, and cultural traditions like egg hunts, it marks the culmination of Holy Week and the promise of new life.
Vaisakhi
Vaisakhi (or Baisakhi) is a significant Sikh and Punjabi festival marking the founding of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699 and the harvest season in Punjab. Celebrated with prayers, processions, and community gatherings, it is a time of spiritual renewal, gratitude, and cultural festivities.
Ridván
Ridván is the holiest festival in the Bahá’í Faith, commemorating the 12 days in 1863 when Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the faith, declared his mission as God's messenger in the Garden of Ridván. Celebrated with prayers, community gatherings, and reflection, it emphasizes themes of renewal, unity, and spiritual transformation.
Beltane
Beltane is a traditional Gaelic festival celebrating the height of spring and the coming of summer, associated with fertility, vitality, and abundance. It is commonly marked with bonfires, dancing, and rituals honoring growth, sexuality, and the flourishing of the natural world. While often celebrated on May 1 (or the eve of April 30), the exact timing is debated, with some observing it as a cross-quarter day or at the full moon nearest the start of May.
Vesak
Vesak, also known as Buddha Day, is the most significant Buddhist festival, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha. Celebrated with prayers, meditation, acts of kindness, and community gatherings, it honors the Buddha’s teachings of compassion, wisdom, and the path to enlightenment.
Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib
The Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib commemorates the sacrifice of the fifth Sikh Guru, who was tortured and executed in 1606 under the orders of the Mughal emperor Jahangir. Remembered for his unwavering faith, Guru Arjan compiled the Adi Granth and emphasized selfless service, justice, and devotion to God.
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent in the Christian tradition, a period of 40 days of fasting, prayer, and repentance leading up to Easter. It is observed by receiving ashes on the forehead as a symbol of humility, mortality, and the call to spiritual renewal.
Losar
Losar is the Tibetan Buddhist New Year festival, marking the beginning of the lunar calendar year and celebrating renewal, purification, and good fortune. It is observed with prayers, rituals to dispel negative energies, family gatherings, traditional foods, and cultural performances that honor both spiritual and community life.
Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shivaratri is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed through night-long worship, fasting, and meditation to honor his divine power and grace. Celebrated with devotion, it symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and the pursuit of spiritual awakening.
Nirvana Day
Nirvana Day, also known as Parinirvana Day, is a Buddhist observance commemorating the death of the Buddha and his final entry into Parinirvana, the state of complete liberation from the cycle of rebirth. It is typically marked by meditation, temple visits, and reflection on impermanence, compassion, and the Buddha’s teachings.
ICM's 15th Annual Day at the Capitol
Get ready to make a difference! Join the Interfaith Children’s Movement for the 15th Annual Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, time TBD. This exciting event brings together advocates of all ages, including children, youth, college students, and adults who care about creating a brighter future for Georgia’s children.
We’ll kick off the day with an engaging advocacy workshop where you’ll gain tools and confidence to champion important issues. Then we’ll head to the Georgia State Capitol to deliver heartfelt "Have a Heart" bags and meet with legislators to speak out on key challenges facing children and families across the state.
Lunch will be provided as we work together to amplify the voices of Georgia’s kids. This is your opportunity to be part of a movement that inspires change, builds connections, and impacts lives. Bring your energy, passion, and commitment to making a difference!
Register now and help us make ICM's Day at the Capitol 2026 unforgettable: https://www.mobilize.us/icmgeorgia/event/869850/?referring_vol=11415158&share_context=dashboard-event-details&sharer_role=2.
JCRC Peach Politics 2026
JCRC invites you to Peach Politics, an annual breakfast and panel bringing together legislators and journalists for a discussion of key issues facing the Georgia General Assembly. The event will take place at Coverdell Legislative Office Building (CLOB) 18 Capital Sq. SW, Atlanta, GA 30334 Room 514. The breakfast will begin at 7:30 am followed by the panel discussion beginning at 8:00 am.
To register and suggest topics or issues that you would like discussed please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctuxIgHclDzXc1-LQIORaEamvULciUGikqGw0ybPNvUjFGPw/viewform.
Let Justice Grow: Georgia Interfaith Power and Light Green Team Summit
This summit invites Green Teams, faith leaders, and environmental activists to dig deep and let justice grow. When we nurture a movement grounded in equity, resilience, and healing, we create space for transformation. Together, we will explore how the wisdom of our faith traditions shapes our call to pursue justice. We will consider how to live into this call through practical climate solutions and how policy efforts can support thriving communities.
Our keynote speaker, Shantha Ready Alonso, executive director of the America the Beautiful for All Coalition, will challenge us to see justice not only as political action but also as a deeply spiritual practice. Then, through a variety of workshops, attendees will gain tools to build and strengthen Green Teams, advance climate justice, and engage in advocacy from the ground up. Together, we will find practical ways to live out our shared call to care for our congregations, our communities, and our Common Home.
Learn more and get your tickets here: https://gipl.org/gts26?emci=f65140d8-7eb3-f011-8e61-6045bded8ba4&emdi=7a443df1-d7b4-f011-8e61-6045bded8ba4&ceid=13262796.
JCRC Gold Dome and Donuts
Come and join JCRC Atlanta to their Gold Dome and Donuts meeting February 3rd at 8:30 am. This event will be held on Zoom and their guest will be Wesley Myrick, Executive Director of Georgia Interfaith Public Policy Center.
Register to receive the Zoom link here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/olYGGcm6QQyQCXu2wx4N6g#/registration.
Tu Bishvat
Tu Bishvat is a Jewish holiday known as the “New Year of the Trees,” marking the beginning of the agricultural year for fruit-bearing trees in Israel. It is traditionally celebrated by eating fruits and nuts—especially those associated with the land of Israel—and by reflecting on environmental stewardship and renewal.
Joseph Smith Portrait Unveiling
On February 1st a portrait of Joseph Smith, the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, will be unveiled at Morehouse College. All are invited to attend for a service of worship and reflection. The guest preacher for the evening will be Charles E. Goodman from Tabernacle Baptist Church. The event will be hosted at the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel, 830 Westview Drive Atlanta, GA 30314. The service starts promptly at 5:30pm and attendees are asked to be seated by 5:15pm. We hope to see you there!
Tu B'Shvat Tree Planting
Celebrate Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish New Year of the Trees, with Georgia Interfaith Power and Light, Adamah ATL, and Trees Atlanta as we work together to plant trees in a residential area of Southwest Atlanta on Feb. 1, 2026, from 1-4 p.m.
By helping grow the city’s urban forest, we are providing cleaner air, cool shade, and improved habitat for intown humans and wildlife alike.
Planting tasks include digging holes with shovels/mattocks, untangling roots by hand, mulching, watering, and cleaning up the surrounding area. Physical activity, such as bending, lifting, and kneeling, is required. Tree planting can be physically strenuous—be ready to break a sweat and get dirty!
Register Here: https://gipl.org/events/tubshvat26.
Imbolc
Imbolc is a Celtic festival celebrated in Wicca and Paganism that marks the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, symbolizing the return of light and the early signs of spring. Traditionally associated with the goddess Brigid, it focuses on themes of renewal, purification, and new beginnings, often observed with candle lighting and household blessings.
Vasant Pachami
Vasant Panchami is a Hindu festival that marks the arrival of spring and honors Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, music, and the arts. Celebrated with yellow clothing, offerings, and prayers for wisdom, it symbolizes new beginnings, learning, and the blossoming of creativity.
Nostra Aetate 60th Year Anniversary Commemoration
Published in October of 1965, Nostra Aetate changed the trajectory of Jewish-Catholic relations. This historic document formalized an attitude of dialogue and respect from the Catholic Church toward the other faith traditions of the world, including Judaism, and was also notable for officially condemning antisemitism.
The Archdiocese of Atlanta is partnering with the American Jewish Committee and the Bearing Witness Institute to host a celebration of the 60th anniversary of Nostra Aetate. Join us on Wednesday, Jan 21, from 7-9 p.m.
Register here to access location information: https://donate.ajc.org/event/atlanta-celebrates-60-years-of-nostra-aetate/e737047.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Project
For the third year, the Atlanta Stake is partnering with some incredible local organizations to bless the lives of people in our community.
In collaboration with New American Pathways and The Welcome Co-Op, we'll be sorting and distributing a generous donation of new clothing from StitchFix to local refugee and immigrant families.
In collaboration with Motherhood Beyond Bars, we'll be decorating valentines for incarcerated mothers and their children.
We'll also be providing some exciting information about how you can participate the following week with the delivery of 40,000 pounds of food from our Church's Welfare Square in Salt Lake City to Second Helpings Atlanta and the distribution of that food to several incredible local partner agencies here in Atlanta.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join together with friends of all ages and faiths to serve together on this special national day of service. We would love to have you join us if you can. The event will take place at 1450 Ponce de Leon Ave NE Atlanta, Georgia and run from 9:00 Am - 11:30 AM.
Hear Our Voices: Press Conference at the Capitol
Faith leaders, civic leaders, and community members are invited to join First Five Freedoms (F5F) for a press conference at the Georgia Capitol on Monday, January 12, from 9:00–10:00 a.m., just before the legislative session convenes. Five speakers will offer a united call across diverse faith traditions and political perspectives to address rising fear, polarization, and the erosion of shared American values rooted in the First Amendment. Attendees are encouraged to wear clergy attire as a visible sign of unity, and F5F hopes to gather 25–35 faith leaders and more than 50 civic leaders and citizens.
This event marks the beginning of a long-term effort to shift Georgia’s public dialogue toward empathy, understanding, and cooperation. After the press conference, all participants are encouraged to visit their Georgia House and Senate members to reinforce a simple, consistent message: our divisive climate is harming all communities; we must collectively work to lower the temperature; and we must do more to uphold the First Amendment and the shared values that bind us. F5F will continue this work by coordinating future meetings with state leaders and returning to the Capitol after Crossover Day.
To identify your legislator before the event please visit: https://pluralpolicy.com/find-your-legislator/. To sign up please read and sign the Talking Points Guide and Statement of Values Sign on Letter and email your signed copies to Andrew Lewis, with F5F, at andrewlewis.decatur@gmail.com.
Atlanta Jewish Storytelling Festival
The Breman Museum is delighted to announce the return of the Atlanta Jewish Storytelling Festival, January 10–11, 2026, celebrating the rich tradition and contemporary practice of Jewish storytelling in the community. The festival will feature an array of programs for all ages, exploring Jewish folklore, personal narratives, and family histories.
Festival Highlights:
Thursday, January 8, 2026: We kick off the storytelling celebration with a special evening featuring storytellers sharing tales inspired by songs or melodies written by Jewish composers, or that reflect Jewish themes. The event is tentatively scheduled to be held off-site at Wild Heaven Toco Hills.
Family and Community Storytelling Initiative: Throughout the weekend, families, congregations, and community centers are encouraged to engage in storytelling—from folktales and Bible stories to personal and family stories—fostering connection and creativity. Resource material (story sparks, storytelling tips, etc.) will be available.
Saturday Night Reception and Showcase: Experience an exclusive evening with Laura Simms, http://www.laurasimms.com the festival’s featured storyteller, in a reception and performance that promises to inspire and delight.
Sunday Programs:
Storytelling program designed for children
Hands-on art-making and storytelling workshop
Workshop on creating “braided stories” with Laura Simms
Holy Moly program featuring clergy from across the metro Atlanta area
The weekend's events will take place at The Breman Museum, with opportunities for attendees to explore the museum’s galleries throughout the festival.
The Atlanta Jewish Storytelling Festival is open to everyone, regardless of faith tradition, and provides a unique opportunity to experience the power of storytelling to entertain, educate, and connect our community.
For more information and to buy tickets please visit: https://thebreman.org/events/atlanta-jewish-storytelling-festival-2/.
Christmas (Orthodox Christianity)
For Orthodox Christians, Christmas (often celebrated on January 7) commemorates the Nativity of Jesus Christ, the incarnation of God taking on human flesh for the salvation of the world. It emphasizes the mystery of the Incarnation, the triumph of divine light entering human history, and the profound hope this brings to all creation.
Epiphany
Epiphany is a Christian feast day celebrated on January 6 that commemorates the revelation of Jesus as the Son of God, most commonly associated with the visit of the Magi bringing gifts to the Christ child. In many traditions, it also marks Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan River and the manifestation of his divinity. The day concludes the Christmas season and emphasizes themes of revelation, light, and God made known to the world.
Dhammacetiya Walk For Peace
Right now, a group of Buddhist monks are making a months-long trek from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington D.C. to deliver a message of healing and renewal. On December 30th these monks will be in the Atlanta area and available for a Meet & Greet as well as hosting a peace gathering in Decatur. Please come and meet these amazing individuals at the two events listed here and consider supporting them by using the link below.
https://dhammacetiya.com/walk-for-peace/.
For videos and updates of their walk see: https://www.tiktok.com/@walkforpeaceusa.
Khayriyyah Faiz Al Ma'un Warm & Cozy Drive
This winter, Atlanta’s unhoused and elderly communities face increased challenges as temperatures drop. Help our senior citizens stay warm through the Khayriyyah Faiz Al Ma'un Warm and Cozy Drive. Sisters United is stepping up to spread warmth and care through the Warm & Cozy Drive. For just $25, you can sponsor a "Warm & Cozy" care package that includes a blanket, winter hats, gloves, and other essentials. Our goal is to reach 300 neighbors this winter to ensure they stay safe and warm.
How You Can Help:
1. Sponsor one or more care packages with a $25 contribution. https://givebutter.com/almaun2025.
2. Volunteer to help prepare and distribute care packages.
3. Share this initiative with family and friends to amplify our impact
Every donation matters.✨️🙌🏼💯 Together, we can uplift those most in need. Join us in bringing care and warmth to those who need it most. To donate or volunteer, visit: https://www.sistersunited.org/warm-and-cozy.
Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a week-long cultural celebration that takes place from December 26 to January 1, honoring African American heritage, community, and shared values. Created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is rooted in African traditions and is centered around the Nguzo Saba, or Seven Principles: Unity, Self-Determination, Collective Work and Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith. Each day focuses on one of these principles, symbolized by the lighting of a candle on the kinara. The holiday is marked by gatherings that include music, dance, storytelling, and feasts, offering a meaningful opportunity for reflection, cultural pride, and a reaffirmation of commitment to the well-being and strength of the community.
Christmas
Christmas is a Christian holiday celebrated on December 25 that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is marked by traditions such as gift-giving, decorating Christmas trees, sharing meals, and spending time with loved ones. The holiday also carries themes of joy, generosity, and peace.
Yule
Yule is a winter solstice celebration with ancient roots in Germanic and Norse traditions, marking the longest night of the year and the return of the sun. Traditionally, it includes lighting the Yule log, feasting, and honoring nature and ancestral spirits. Today, Yule is celebrated by many in pagan and Wiccan communities as a time of renewal, reflection, and connection to the rhythms of the earth.
GIPL SINGS: Winter Solstice Gathering
In partnership with the Center for Spirituality in Nature, Georgia Interfaith Power & Light is excited to offer an Interfaith Spirituality in Nature Groups (SINGS) gathering.
Come gather outside as we honor the Winter Solstice. This is a time to engage the wisdom nature offers, stirring our wonder and connection. We will leave with a renewed commitment to a truly active, loving, and reciprocal relationship with the Earth.
The gathering will be held at the pavilion at Wesley Gardens in Savannah, GA. To get tickets please visit: https://gipl.org/events/winter-solstice25.
ICM's 4th Annual Wrap Up, Roll Out, & Rally
Join Interfaith Children’s Movement’s most joyful gathering of the year: Our Annual Wrap Up Roll Out and Rally. This is a celebration party and an advocacy pep rally filled with energy inspiration community and hope. Join us as we look back at all we accomplished for children in 2025 and get fired up for what is coming next. Whether you are brand new to ICM or you are already part of the movement we want you there. Bring your friends, bring your voice, and join us of a great time! We are moving Forward Together! Advocates of every age are welcome. This is a family-friendly celebration with an interfaith spirit at the center. We cannot wait to see you!
Location: Central Congregational UCC 2676 Clairmont Rd Atlanta GA, 30329
To register and for more information please visit: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/875731/.
Hanukkah
Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish holiday that celebrates the rededication of the Second Temple and the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days. Each night, a candle is lit on the menorah, and traditions include playing dreidel, eating foods fried in oil, and spending time with family. The holiday honors themes of faith, resilience, and light in times of darkness.
Interfaith Atlanta Winter Lights Program
Please join us in a celebration of light this year at our annual Interfaith Winter Lights Festival! The event will take place on Saturday, December 13th from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at Emory University’s Canon Chapel. We will have a collection of poems, songs, and stories presented by local artists and practitioners as well as time for fellowship and dialogue to follow. We will also be collecting non-perishable items for the Eagle Food Pantry for Emory students. Most needed items are dry pasta, pasta sauce, peanut butter, jelly, oatmeal, canned beans, and canned soup. Parking will be available at the Oxford Parking Deck: 1390 Oxford Rd NE. We hope to see you there!
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe is celebrated on December 12 and honors the appearance of the Virgin Mary to Saint Juan Diego in 1531 near Mexico City. It is a significant religious and cultural event, especially in Mexico and among Mexican communities worldwide. The day is marked with Masses, processions, traditional music, and vibrant celebrations that express devotion, gratitude, and cultural pride.
Bodhi Day
Bodhi Day, celebrated on December 8 by many Buddhists, honors the day Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha. It is a time for reflection, meditation, and studying the Dharma (Buddha’s teachings). Observances often include chanting, acts of kindness, and quiet contemplation to deepen spiritual understanding and inner peace.