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Going to the Toronto Santa Claus Parade? Here's what you can expect | CBC News

This year's Toronto Santa Claus Parade is significant as it marks its 120th anniversary and might be the last parade, attracting 750,000 attendees.

'We've had some Lotto and EuroMillions wins before' - Shop in Carraroe Gaeltacht sells lucky 7m Lotto ticket

A local shop in Carraroe celebrates selling a Lotto winning ticket worth over €7 million, marking a significant win for the community.
#live-music

London's First Neurodiverse Party Is Heading To Hackney For An Inclusive Day Of Music

Out of Body Pop aims to create a safe and inclusive party experience in London for neurodiverse individuals.

SF's Winter Wonderland Tree Lighting Ceremony at Thrive City (2024)

The Lighting Ceremony at Winter Wonderland features the Bay Area's largest Christmas tree and renowned entertainment.
Festivities include live performances and seasonal treats, bringing the community together for a joyful holiday celebration.

In pictures: fire-breathing and dazzling costumes herald carnival's return

Hackney Carnival's return after five years captivated 80,000 attendees, celebrating community spirit and colorful performances despite past disruptions.

Experience Celebracion Dia de Los Muertos at The Wharf on November 2 - Washingtonian

The Wharf is hosting a Day of The Dead Celebration filled with live music, cultural activities, and a unique community lantern procession.
The event is free and family-friendly, with a focus on honoring loved ones during this culturally significant celebration.

Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting Celebration (2024)

The Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting is a festive community event that offers a variety of holiday activities and is free to attend.

Fleet Week Party in Lakeside Village with free gift bags, music (SF)

Enjoy a family-friendly Fleet Week Party with live music, food, and fun activities for kids on October 12, 2024.

London's First Neurodiverse Party Is Heading To Hackney For An Inclusive Day Of Music

Out of Body Pop aims to create a safe and inclusive party experience in London for neurodiverse individuals.

SF's Winter Wonderland Tree Lighting Ceremony at Thrive City (2024)

The Lighting Ceremony at Winter Wonderland features the Bay Area's largest Christmas tree and renowned entertainment.
Festivities include live performances and seasonal treats, bringing the community together for a joyful holiday celebration.

In pictures: fire-breathing and dazzling costumes herald carnival's return

Hackney Carnival's return after five years captivated 80,000 attendees, celebrating community spirit and colorful performances despite past disruptions.

Experience Celebracion Dia de Los Muertos at The Wharf on November 2 - Washingtonian

The Wharf is hosting a Day of The Dead Celebration filled with live music, cultural activities, and a unique community lantern procession.
The event is free and family-friendly, with a focus on honoring loved ones during this culturally significant celebration.

Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting Celebration (2024)

The Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting is a festive community event that offers a variety of holiday activities and is free to attend.

Fleet Week Party in Lakeside Village with free gift bags, music (SF)

Enjoy a family-friendly Fleet Week Party with live music, food, and fun activities for kids on October 12, 2024.
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'Thangs Taken' takes on the truth behind Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving's traditional narrative is a myth, and events like Thangs Taken aim to expose and rectify this misunderstanding by focusing on Indigenous perspectives.
#family-activities

Let the antics begin! Brooklyn gears up for 49th annual Atlantic Antic Festival * Brooklyn Paper

The Atlantic Antic Festival showcases community spirit, cultural diversity, and family-friendly entertainment in Brooklyn.
The festival features over 300 vendors and diverse activities catering to all ages.
Playtopia offers interactive experiences for children, ensuring engagement at the festival.

Hayes Valley's 34th Annual Holiday Stroll (2024)

The Hayes Valley Holiday Stroll offers a festive experience with music, shopping, and activities for all ages on December 6.

Bark at SPARK Howl-I-Day Party (SF)

Join the Bark at SPARK event on December 15th to celebrate the holidays with your pets, vendors, and fun activities.

Let the antics begin! Brooklyn gears up for 49th annual Atlantic Antic Festival * Brooklyn Paper

The Atlantic Antic Festival showcases community spirit, cultural diversity, and family-friendly entertainment in Brooklyn.
The festival features over 300 vendors and diverse activities catering to all ages.
Playtopia offers interactive experiences for children, ensuring engagement at the festival.

Hayes Valley's 34th Annual Holiday Stroll (2024)

The Hayes Valley Holiday Stroll offers a festive experience with music, shopping, and activities for all ages on December 6.

Bark at SPARK Howl-I-Day Party (SF)

Join the Bark at SPARK event on December 15th to celebrate the holidays with your pets, vendors, and fun activities.
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#public-safety

2 killed, 10 wounded in shootings near New Orleans parade route

Two people were killed and ten injured in New Orleans shootings during a parade celebration.

Shooting Mars Festivities at West Indian American Day Parade in Brooklyn

The West Indian American Day Parade in Brooklyn was marred by a shooting, yet the celebration continued despite the violence.

2 killed, 10 wounded in shootings near New Orleans parade route

Two people were killed and ten injured in New Orleans shootings during a parade celebration.

Shooting Mars Festivities at West Indian American Day Parade in Brooklyn

The West Indian American Day Parade in Brooklyn was marred by a shooting, yet the celebration continued despite the violence.
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#san-francisco

Controversy continues over San Francisco's Prop K, permanent closure of Great Highway

Measure K has passed, allowing for the permanent closure of San Francisco's Great Highway and the creation of Ocean Beach Park.

Divisadero Merchants Fall Art Walk 2024

Divisadero Street in San Francisco is hosting a free Art Walk on November 21, 2024, showcasing local artists and musicians.

Union Square's 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah: 7th Night

The 49th annual Union Square Menorah lighting celebrates community, tradition, and inspiration from the first Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel.

Haight Street Fair was a colorful and chaotic kaleidoscope of fun

The Haight-Ashbury Street Fair celebrates its 45th anniversary, maintaining a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere that honors the neighborhood's cultural legacy.

San Francisco lowriders take over Palace of Fine Arts this Saturday

California's new law decriminalizing lowriding has sparked celebrations, highlighted by a large gathering at the Palace of Fine Arts.

Holiday Market at SF's Embarcadero Center w/ Free Drink

The Holiday Market at Embarcadero Center offers festive shopping, live music, and complimentary treats, creating a magical evening for attendees.

Controversy continues over San Francisco's Prop K, permanent closure of Great Highway

Measure K has passed, allowing for the permanent closure of San Francisco's Great Highway and the creation of Ocean Beach Park.

Divisadero Merchants Fall Art Walk 2024

Divisadero Street in San Francisco is hosting a free Art Walk on November 21, 2024, showcasing local artists and musicians.

Union Square's 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah: 7th Night

The 49th annual Union Square Menorah lighting celebrates community, tradition, and inspiration from the first Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel.

Haight Street Fair was a colorful and chaotic kaleidoscope of fun

The Haight-Ashbury Street Fair celebrates its 45th anniversary, maintaining a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere that honors the neighborhood's cultural legacy.

San Francisco lowriders take over Palace of Fine Arts this Saturday

California's new law decriminalizing lowriding has sparked celebrations, highlighted by a large gathering at the Palace of Fine Arts.

Holiday Market at SF's Embarcadero Center w/ Free Drink

The Holiday Market at Embarcadero Center offers festive shopping, live music, and complimentary treats, creating a magical evening for attendees.
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#chanukah

Union Square's 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah: 2nd Night

The Union Square Menorah Lighting is a longstanding tradition celebrating Chanukah since 1975.

Union Square's 2024 Chanukah Festival: 6th Night

The 49th annual Chanukah Menorah lighting in Union Square runs from December 25th to January 2nd, celebrating a long-standing tradition.

Union Square's 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah: 2nd Night

The Union Square Menorah Lighting is a longstanding tradition celebrating Chanukah since 1975.

Union Square's 2024 Chanukah Festival: 6th Night

The 49th annual Chanukah Menorah lighting in Union Square runs from December 25th to January 2nd, celebrating a long-standing tradition.
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#mcdonalds

You can get free meals at Woolwich McDonald's this week - here's how

Woolwich McDonald's celebrates its 50th anniversary by giving away 50 free meals to customers, marking the UK's first McDonald's branch.

Nostalgic pictures as Woolwich McDonald's celebrates 50th anniversary

Woolwich McDonald's celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking a significant milestone as the UK's first McDonald's restaurant.

You can get free meals at Woolwich McDonald's this week - here's how

Woolwich McDonald's celebrates its 50th anniversary by giving away 50 free meals to customers, marking the UK's first McDonald's branch.

Nostalgic pictures as Woolwich McDonald's celebrates 50th anniversary

Woolwich McDonald's celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking a significant milestone as the UK's first McDonald's restaurant.
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#new-york-city

New York City Marathon Route 2024 - How to Run the NYC Marathon Course

The NYC Marathon uniquely showcases all five boroughs, presenting both challenges and community spirit for participants and spectators alike.

Veterans Day Parade 2024: NYC Street Closures, Route, and Event Details | stupidDOPE

The Veterans Day Parade in NYC honors all military veterans with a large procession, highlighting their sacrifices and contributions.

NYC icons Zabar's, MTA will celebrate 210 combined years in business with free treats this month

Zabar's and the MTA celebrate 210 years of service to New York with a cookie giveaway and discounted menu items.

NYC's Only Parade Of Lights Will Be Bigger Than Ever This November

Harlem Holiday Lights offers an exceptional holiday event in NYC with floats, performances, and community engagement, set for November 19th.

New York City Marathon Route 2024 - How to Run the NYC Marathon Course

The NYC Marathon uniquely showcases all five boroughs, presenting both challenges and community spirit for participants and spectators alike.

Veterans Day Parade 2024: NYC Street Closures, Route, and Event Details | stupidDOPE

The Veterans Day Parade in NYC honors all military veterans with a large procession, highlighting their sacrifices and contributions.

NYC icons Zabar's, MTA will celebrate 210 combined years in business with free treats this month

Zabar's and the MTA celebrate 210 years of service to New York with a cookie giveaway and discounted menu items.

NYC's Only Parade Of Lights Will Be Bigger Than Ever This November

Harlem Holiday Lights offers an exceptional holiday event in NYC with floats, performances, and community engagement, set for November 19th.
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#holiday-events

Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade (2024)

The Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade is a festive event that attracts over 10,000 visitors, celebrating community spirit and creativity.

San Ramon Civic Center Tree Lighting Ceremony (2024)

The Holiday Tree Lighting event begins on November 22, featuring performances and Santa's arrival.

Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade (2024)

The Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade is a festive event that attracts over 10,000 visitors, celebrating community spirit and creativity.

San Ramon Civic Center Tree Lighting Ceremony (2024)

The Holiday Tree Lighting event begins on November 22, featuring performances and Santa's arrival.
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#parade

Notting Hill Carnival 2024: What you need to know

The Notting Hill Carnival unites millions through vibrant displays of culture, music, and community.
2023's carnival features a diverse schedule of events despite some changes like the absence of J'Ouvert.

Photos: Despite rain, 106th annual Veterans Day parade marches through downtown San Jose

The Veterans Day parade in San Jose successfully honored veterans despite rain, showcasing community commitment and pride.

Notting Hill Carnival 2024: What you need to know

The Notting Hill Carnival unites millions through vibrant displays of culture, music, and community.
2023's carnival features a diverse schedule of events despite some changes like the absence of J'Ouvert.

Photos: Despite rain, 106th annual Veterans Day parade marches through downtown San Jose

The Veterans Day parade in San Jose successfully honored veterans despite rain, showcasing community commitment and pride.
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Southeast Brooklyn Veterans Honored During Veterans Appreciation Day Celebration

Community honors local veterans with a celebration showcasing their sacrifices and bravery at the 4th Annual Veterans Appreciation Day.

Petaluma Tree Lighting Celebration (2024)

Theatre Square is hosting a festive tree lighting event on December 6 to celebrate the holidays with live music and activities.
#dia-de-los-muertos

Photos: Oakland Museum of California celebrates 30th annual Dia de los Muertos

The 30th annual Dia de los Muertos celebration in Oakland emphasizes community connection and honoring ancestors through vibrant traditions.

Dia De Los Muertos Parade Brings Life to Mission District

The Mission District hosted its 43rd Dia De Los Muertos parade, celebrating heritage and honoring ancestors with traditional practices and community gatherings.

Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park to Observe All Saint's Day and Day of the Dead

Día de los Muertos is a traditional celebration honoring loved ones with music, food, and community involvement.

Photos: Oakland Museum of California celebrates 30th annual Dia de los Muertos

The 30th annual Dia de los Muertos celebration in Oakland emphasizes community connection and honoring ancestors through vibrant traditions.

Dia De Los Muertos Parade Brings Life to Mission District

The Mission District hosted its 43rd Dia De Los Muertos parade, celebrating heritage and honoring ancestors with traditional practices and community gatherings.

Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park to Observe All Saint's Day and Day of the Dead

Día de los Muertos is a traditional celebration honoring loved ones with music, food, and community involvement.
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#nyc-marathon

Consider this your everything guide to this weekend's 2024 NYC Marathon

The NYC Marathon 2024 takes place on November 3, starting at 8am in Staten Island.
Runners will cover 26.2 miles through all five boroughs of NYC on race day.

The full list of celebrities running the NYC Marathon 2024 and how to spot them

The NYC Marathon 2024 encourages participation for charity, personal achievement, and community engagement, bringing together runners and spectators in a festive atmosphere.

Consider this your everything guide to this weekend's 2024 NYC Marathon

The NYC Marathon 2024 takes place on November 3, starting at 8am in Staten Island.
Runners will cover 26.2 miles through all five boroughs of NYC on race day.

The full list of celebrities running the NYC Marathon 2024 and how to spot them

The NYC Marathon 2024 encourages participation for charity, personal achievement, and community engagement, bringing together runners and spectators in a festive atmosphere.
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Years After His Yankees Retirement, C.C. Sabathia Is Mr. October 31st.

C. C. Sabathia's elaborate Halloween celebrations in Alpine, N.J., make his home a must-visit destination for trick-or-treaters.

'You dream of winning these ones when you're a young boy' - What does it mean to win a county title with the club?

Local sports victories bring immense joy and a sense of community satisfaction.
Celebrating a major win often leads to indulgent behaviors, but they are embraced due to the achievement.

Ring of fire as Jewish festival marks giving of the Torah

The Simchas Beis Hashoeva celebration in Stamford Hill showcases the strength of community and tradition among London's Orthodox Jewish families.
#lgbtq-rights

Cleve Jones' 70th served up many drag queens, leather daddies, and activists

Cleve Jones' birthday celebration reflected resilience and the vibrant community he uplifted throughout his activism, especially highlighting the role of drag culture in the LGBTQ+ fight.

Cleve Jones' 70th served up many drag queens, leather daddies, and activists

Cleve Jones' 70th birthday celebration illustrated his profound impact on the LGBTQ+ community and the vital role of drag culture in the movement.

Celebrate Diversity and Community at the 50th Annual Castro Street Fair! - San Francisco Bay Times

The Castro Street Fair celebrates diversity, community, and local LGBTQ+ history while supporting small businesses and nonprofits.

Attend The Annual Brighton Beach Pride March on May 19

Brighton Beach Pride's eighth annual celebration embraces solidarity and activism for LGBTQ+ rights and against injustices.

Cleve Jones' 70th served up many drag queens, leather daddies, and activists

Cleve Jones' birthday celebration reflected resilience and the vibrant community he uplifted throughout his activism, especially highlighting the role of drag culture in the LGBTQ+ fight.

Cleve Jones' 70th served up many drag queens, leather daddies, and activists

Cleve Jones' 70th birthday celebration illustrated his profound impact on the LGBTQ+ community and the vital role of drag culture in the movement.

Celebrate Diversity and Community at the 50th Annual Castro Street Fair! - San Francisco Bay Times

The Castro Street Fair celebrates diversity, community, and local LGBTQ+ history while supporting small businesses and nonprofits.

Attend The Annual Brighton Beach Pride March on May 19

Brighton Beach Pride's eighth annual celebration embraces solidarity and activism for LGBTQ+ rights and against injustices.
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SF's Free Chinatown Ross Alley Zine Festival 2024

The event showcases the vibrancy and importance of indie zines and print media on November 9 in Ross Alley, San Francisco.
#sapelo-island

Georgia authorities investigating 'catastrophic failure' of dock gangway that collapsed, killing 7

Georgia authorities are investigating a gangway collapse that killed seven during a celebration on Sapelo Island, indicating possible structural failure.
The gangway, installed in 2021, was expected to require minimal maintenance, raising concerns about its integrity after the tragic event.

Dock collapse on Georgia's Sapelo Island leaves as least seven dead

At least seven fatalities occurred when a ferry dock on Georgia's Sapelo Island collapsed during a community event, with ongoing rescue efforts.

Georgia authorities investigating 'catastrophic failure' of dock gangway that collapsed, killing 7

Georgia authorities are investigating a gangway collapse that killed seven during a celebration on Sapelo Island, indicating possible structural failure.
The gangway, installed in 2021, was expected to require minimal maintenance, raising concerns about its integrity after the tragic event.

Dock collapse on Georgia's Sapelo Island leaves as least seven dead

At least seven fatalities occurred when a ferry dock on Georgia's Sapelo Island collapsed during a community event, with ongoing rescue efforts.
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Santa set to make an appearance at Bexleyheath Christmas light switch-on

Bexleyheath's Christmas light switch-on event features Santa Claus and various entertainment, aimed at enhancing community spirit on November 16.
#diversity

Notting Hill carnival has renewed importance since riots, organisers say

The Notting Hill Carnival emphasizes diversity and inclusion following recent far-right riots, serving as a vital reminder of their importance.

SEE IT: Italian-Americans celebrate their heritage at the 80th Columbus Day Parade | amNewYork

Italian-Americans showcased their cultural pride at the 80th Columbus Day Parade in NYC, emphasizing diversity and community values.

First-ever Latin American Independence Day Parade hosted in 2 East Bay cities

The first Latin American Independence Day Parade in Richmond and San Pablo celebrated unity and diversity among various Latin American cultures.

Notting Hill carnival has renewed importance since riots, organisers say

The Notting Hill Carnival emphasizes diversity and inclusion following recent far-right riots, serving as a vital reminder of their importance.

SEE IT: Italian-Americans celebrate their heritage at the 80th Columbus Day Parade | amNewYork

Italian-Americans showcased their cultural pride at the 80th Columbus Day Parade in NYC, emphasizing diversity and community values.

First-ever Latin American Independence Day Parade hosted in 2 East Bay cities

The first Latin American Independence Day Parade in Richmond and San Pablo celebrated unity and diversity among various Latin American cultures.
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Look at this STACKED lineup for Saturday's 48 Hills Gala honoring Women of Resistance! - 48 hills

The 11th Annual 48 Hills Gala highlights a decade of local independent media and honors Women of Resistance.

SF's "Blessing of the Fishing Fleet" & Procession (2024)

La Madonna Del Lume festival unites the community, honoring fishermen through a blessed maritime celebration.
Annual events include a procession and a memorial ceremony at sea, celebrating Sicilian traditions in San Francisco.
#holocaust-survivor

Holocaust survivor and WWII hero celebrates 100th birthday at Bensonhurst Jewish center * Brooklyn Paper

Vladimir Sats' 100th birthday celebration recognizes his resilience as a Holocaust survivor and World War II veteran.

Holocaust Survivor Center celebrates vet's 100th birthday

Vladimir Sats, a Holocaust survivor and WWII veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday with community officials and highlighted the resilience of survivors.

Holocaust survivor and WWII hero celebrates 100th birthday at Bensonhurst Jewish center * Brooklyn Paper

Vladimir Sats' 100th birthday celebration recognizes his resilience as a Holocaust survivor and World War II veteran.

Holocaust Survivor Center celebrates vet's 100th birthday

Vladimir Sats, a Holocaust survivor and WWII veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday with community officials and highlighted the resilience of survivors.
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L'Shana Tova, Brooklyn! Here's How to Celebrate The Jewish New Year

Rosh Hashanah is a significant Jewish holiday for reflection, renewal, and celebrating the new year.

Jimmy Carter turns 100 and his hometown is ringing in the milestone

Plains, Georgia, is celebrating Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday with a big event, despite his health challenges and absence.
#lgbtq

Welcome to Oakland Pride 2024! - San Francisco Bay Times

Oakland Pride 2024 is a celebration of inclusivity and community, featuring performances and honoring diverse voices within the LGBTQ+ community.

Senator Scott Weiner's latest Folsom Street Fair outfit divides the internet - Queerty

Scott Weiner attended the Folsom Fair, showcasing LGBTQ+ pride despite criticism, highlighting the intersection of politics and personal identity.

WATCH LIVE SUNDAY: 2024 Oakland Pride Parade on ABC7

Oakland Pride Parade on September 8, 2024, celebrates LGBTQ+ community under the theme "Rooted in Pride!"
Da Brat and Wendy Guevara are headlining performances at the event.

Welcome to Oakland Pride 2024! - San Francisco Bay Times

Oakland Pride 2024 is a celebration of inclusivity and community, featuring performances and honoring diverse voices within the LGBTQ+ community.

Senator Scott Weiner's latest Folsom Street Fair outfit divides the internet - Queerty

Scott Weiner attended the Folsom Fair, showcasing LGBTQ+ pride despite criticism, highlighting the intersection of politics and personal identity.

WATCH LIVE SUNDAY: 2024 Oakland Pride Parade on ABC7

Oakland Pride Parade on September 8, 2024, celebrates LGBTQ+ community under the theme "Rooted in Pride!"
Da Brat and Wendy Guevara are headlining performances at the event.
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Folsom Street Fair whipped San Francisco into a frenzy

Folsom Street Fair celebrates diverse sexualities and community togetherness, drawing massive crowds to promote pride and kink culture in San Francisco.

Capitola Wharf grand reopening' celebrates rebuilding after catastrophic 2023 storm

Capitola's iconic wharf has been renewed with a $10 million renovation, restoring it as a key tourist destination after severe storm damage.
#cultural-diversity

Hispanic Heritage Month puts diversity and culture at the forefront

National Hispanic Heritage Month honors the contributions and cultures of the U.S. Hispanic community from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 each year.

Spanish-language literature widens its reach in Los Angeles

The opening of LA Libreria highlights the necessity for Spanish-language literature and community engagement in Los Angeles.

Carnival crowds enjoy Caribbean-style costumes and steelpan music

The Just INCarnival's event successfully celebrated Caribbean culture, engaging a diverse crowd with traditional games and activities.

Hispanic Heritage Month puts diversity and culture at the forefront

National Hispanic Heritage Month honors the contributions and cultures of the U.S. Hispanic community from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 each year.

Spanish-language literature widens its reach in Los Angeles

The opening of LA Libreria highlights the necessity for Spanish-language literature and community engagement in Los Angeles.

Carnival crowds enjoy Caribbean-style costumes and steelpan music

The Just INCarnival's event successfully celebrated Caribbean culture, engaging a diverse crowd with traditional games and activities.
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Brooklyn Museum to Celebrate 200th Anniversary Oct. 5 - 6

Brooklyn Museum's 200th anniversary celebration will include exhibitions, performances, and the debut of a mobile museum, emphasizing community connection.

Photos: Corgi Con Celebrated Its 10th Anniversary Saturday at Alameda County Fairgrounds

Corgi Con, a community celebration of corgis, successfully adapted to changes over ten years, gathering thousands for fun competitions and festivities.
#olympics

Olympian and Vermont native Ilona Maher received a warm welcome back to Burlington

Ilona Maher celebrated the U.S. women's rugby team's historic Olympic win, emphasizing authenticity and her commitment to body positivity and women's representation in sports.

Here's how Olympic gymnastics star Frederick Richard is being celebrated in Stoughton

Frederick Richard Day will celebrate the gymnast's achievements and community contributions on October 6 at Stoughton High School.

In brief: Walnut Creek to celebrate Olympic gold win for wrestler Elor

Walnut Creek celebrates Olympic gold medalist Amit Elor with a community event, fostering local pride and connection with residents.

Thousands attend Skibbereen homecoming for Paris Olympics rowing champions

Skibbereen celebrates its Olympic rowing achievements with a parade, highlighting the town's unmatched concentration of Olympic medals.
Local athletes have garnered significant recognition, embodying the spirit of community support and success.

Olympian and Vermont native Ilona Maher received a warm welcome back to Burlington

Ilona Maher celebrated the U.S. women's rugby team's historic Olympic win, emphasizing authenticity and her commitment to body positivity and women's representation in sports.

Here's how Olympic gymnastics star Frederick Richard is being celebrated in Stoughton

Frederick Richard Day will celebrate the gymnast's achievements and community contributions on October 6 at Stoughton High School.

In brief: Walnut Creek to celebrate Olympic gold win for wrestler Elor

Walnut Creek celebrates Olympic gold medalist Amit Elor with a community event, fostering local pride and connection with residents.

Thousands attend Skibbereen homecoming for Paris Olympics rowing champions

Skibbereen celebrates its Olympic rowing achievements with a parade, highlighting the town's unmatched concentration of Olympic medals.
Local athletes have garnered significant recognition, embodying the spirit of community support and success.
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Littler Italy: A taste of San Gennaro comes to Coney Island * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn's Gargiulo's Restaurant will host a San Gennaro Feast, providing a local, family-oriented celebration of Italian culture with food and community.

SF's Giant Rainbow Flag in the Castro (Landmark Celebration)

A community celebration is set to honor the Gilbert Baker Rainbow Flag.

The Cuntemporary Kiki Ball by Dante Telfar & Joana Juicy Couture

The Cuntemporary Mini Kiki Ball at Berlin Art Week celebrated ballroom culture as a significant art form, bringing vibrancy and community together.

Berkeley, a Look Back: City's westside dedicates ornamental arch in 1924

The 1924 dedication of Berkeley's ornamental iron arch marked a significant community celebration and identified the city to travelers.
#cultural-events

Annual Ferragosto festival returns to Little Italy this Sunday, 20K attendees expected - Bronx Times

Ferragosto celebrates Italian heritage and community spirit, drawing large crowds to the Bronx's Little Italy for food and festivities.
The festival fosters neighborhood pride and a sense of belonging among attendees.

'Black Black Black' Week Returns to Trisk Theater Sept. 17 - 19

The "Black Black Black" Week celebrates connections and history within the Black community through art and performance.
Beyond The Black Box amplifies Black voices and creates immersive cultural experiences.

Annual Ferragosto festival returns to Little Italy this Sunday, 20K attendees expected - Bronx Times

Ferragosto celebrates Italian heritage and community spirit, drawing large crowds to the Bronx's Little Italy for food and festivities.
The festival fosters neighborhood pride and a sense of belonging among attendees.

'Black Black Black' Week Returns to Trisk Theater Sept. 17 - 19

The "Black Black Black" Week celebrates connections and history within the Black community through art and performance.
Beyond The Black Box amplifies Black voices and creates immersive cultural experiences.
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Donna's Chronicles, "August's Divas & Drinks at The Academy..." - San Francisco Bay Times

The Divas & Drinks event celebrated Leslie Sbrocco's significant contributions to wine, food, and entertainment, highlighting community support and love.

Caltrain's 1st Ever "Electric Service Launch Party" w/ Free Caltrain Rides (Sept. 21-22)

Caltrain is introducing free rides to celebrate their new electrified train service, focusing on community engagement and sustainable transportation.
#caribbean-culture

Vibrant West Indian Day Parade showcases Brooklyn's Caribbean culture, despite tragic shooting * Brooklyn Paper

The West Indian American Day Parade is a vibrant celebration of Caribbean heritage and culture in Brooklyn, attracting thousands of participants and spectators.

Despite Violence, West Indian American Day Parade Showcases BK's Vibrant Caribbean Culture

The West Indian American Day Parade celebrates Caribbean heritage, community, and culture, even amid instances of violence.
Participation in the parade fosters a sense of belonging and continuity among generations.

Street closures for NYC's J'Ouvert, West Indian Day Parade 2024

The Caribbean culture celebration in NYC includes vibrant parades, emphasizing community safety with strong police presence.

The Veteran Costume Designers That Define Brooklyn J'Ouvert

The JouvayFest Collective's costume designers blend creativity with celebration, transforming the preparation for the West Indian Day Carnival into a joyous and collaborative experience.

Vibrant West Indian Day Parade showcases Brooklyn's Caribbean culture, despite tragic shooting * Brooklyn Paper

The West Indian American Day Parade is a vibrant celebration of Caribbean heritage and culture in Brooklyn, attracting thousands of participants and spectators.

Despite Violence, West Indian American Day Parade Showcases BK's Vibrant Caribbean Culture

The West Indian American Day Parade celebrates Caribbean heritage, community, and culture, even amid instances of violence.
Participation in the parade fosters a sense of belonging and continuity among generations.

Street closures for NYC's J'Ouvert, West Indian Day Parade 2024

The Caribbean culture celebration in NYC includes vibrant parades, emphasizing community safety with strong police presence.

The Veteran Costume Designers That Define Brooklyn J'Ouvert

The JouvayFest Collective's costume designers blend creativity with celebration, transforming the preparation for the West Indian Day Carnival into a joyous and collaborative experience.
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Celebrate at Hackney Carnival This September

Hackney Carnival 2024 offers a lively celebration with a parade, performances, and street food on September 22nd.
#hood-to-coast

Runners Ahead: 2024 Hood to Coast passes through town

The Hood to Coast relay signifies a vibrant community celebration, especially at high school grounds.

Sandy celebrates 2024 Hood to Coast

The Hood to Coast relay fosters community spirit through a festive celebration.
High school transforms into a lively party atmosphere during the relay.

Runners Ahead: 2024 Hood to Coast passes through town

The Hood to Coast relay signifies a vibrant community celebration, especially at high school grounds.

Sandy celebrates 2024 Hood to Coast

The Hood to Coast relay fosters community spirit through a festive celebration.
High school transforms into a lively party atmosphere during the relay.
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Brooklyn's famous Gleason's Gym celebrates street co-naming

Gleason's Gym, a historic boxing venue, received a street co-naming in DUMBO, celebrating its impact on boxing and community.
Owner Bruce Silverglade expresses pride in the gym's legacy.

"American Bon Dancing" at 2024 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival (SF)

Bon is a celebrated Japanese Buddhist festival featuring folk dance, music, and community engagement.
The 2024 program features both traditional performances and newly commissioned works.

Adrianna Wrona: I didn't grow up here so the Rose of Tralee is new to me - here's what I would change

The Rose of Tralee festival celebrates Irish women and fosters national pride, representing a significant cultural tradition over the past 65 years.

In the heart of Chinatown, a celebration of community through Chinese pop music and salsa dancing | amNewYork

The Chinatown Block Party celebrated cultural fusion through music and dance, strengthening community connections and evoking nostalgia among attendees.

Pan-Afro Wisdom Festival Celebrates Afro-diasporic Cultures

The Pan-Afro Wisdom Festival celebrates Afro-diasporic cultures through music, workshops, and community activities, fostering connections and amplifying black queer perspectives.

Celebrating Everyday Heroes: Erick Medel's "Vidas" Exhibition | stupidDOPE

Erick Medel showcases the vibrancy of his immigrant community through intricate sewing artistry, highlighting daily routines and cultural richness.

Black Joy and Artistry Hit the Pool in "Slice"

Slicing is both a diving technique and a cultural art form celebrated by Black men in Memphis, deeply rooted in the city's history and heritage.

Cornrows and Cornbread to Kick Off Inaugural THRIVE Festival in June

The inaugural THRIVE Festival by Cornrows and Cornbread celebrates creativity, wellness, and community on June 22 in Brooklyn Navy Yard.

Deireadh seachtaine mor do na Gaeil agus Comortas Peile na Gaeltachta ag tosu

Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta fosters Gaelic culture through football among Gaelic-speaking clubs in Gaeltacht regions, celebrating language and community.

South Brooklyn stands for Israel; electeds & community leaders rally for release of hostages held by Hamas this Sunday

Community celebrates Israel's independence and calls for release of hostages.
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