Groundhogs, Saints, and Bonfires: February Festivals of Spring

(PCM) By the time February rolls in, many of us here in the northern hemisphere are tired of snow, and cold, and scraping our cars off every morning. We’ll be waiting with frosted breath to find out if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow – will spring make an early entrance, or are we condemned to…

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February 2 in History

February 2 in Pop Culture History February 2nd is… California Kiwi Day: Dedicated to appreciating the incredible health benefits of eating kiwifruits. Candlemas: The feast is a celebration of the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, described in the Gospel of Luke. The day traditionally includes the blessing and procession of candles, which are lit […]

Groundhogs, Saints, and Bonfires: February Festivals of Spring

(PCM) By the time February rolls in, many of us here in the northern hemisphere are tired of snow, and cold, and scraping our cars off every morning. We’ll be waiting with frosted breath to find out if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow – will spring make an early entrance, or are we condemned to… Read More

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