Diwali Becomes a Public School Holiday in New York City
Justin Whitaker
27 June 2023
The move marks a major victory for those seeking to celebrate the city’s diversity and in particular its South Asian heritage
US Congresswoman Introduces Legislation to Make Diwali a National Holiday
Justin Whitaker
30 May 2023
The bill would establish the first national holiday originating in Asia
Buddhists Welcomed to White House to Celebrate Vesak
Justin Whitaker
9 May 2023
Buddhists in the US celebrate the Buddha’s birthday in the first large in-person celebration at the White House
Entering the Dharma Realm
Michael “Mojo” Tchudi
28 May 2019
A focal point in California for pilgrims, disciples, and…
A Vesak Ritual – Bathing the Buddha
Raymond Lam
1 April 2012
Later this month in April and early May, people across the world will celebrate Vesak in many different ways, but they are bound together by a special