December 16 - 24
The words Las Posadas mean the inn or lodge, and it is the traditional celebration of the Christmas story. Las Posadas takes place over nine nights, from December 16 to 24, and commemorates the search for a place to stay. Las Posadas is a hallmark in Mexican culture celebrated with food, drinks, sweets, music and piñatas.

December 19 - 26
Hanukkah is the Jewish eight-day “festival of lights” from sundown on Sunday, December 18 through sundown on Monday, December 26. It is a celebration of a miracle that happened many years ago when a small jar of oil for the lamp in the Holy Temple lasted for eight days instead of just one. This holiday is celebrated by lighting the menorah, gathering with family and friends, sharing special meals and giving gifts over the eight days of Hanukkah.

December 24 - 25
Christmas is celebrated in many countries throughout the world and commemorates the birth of Jesus. Many have developed their own Christmas traditions and observances blending religious and secular customs. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 24 and 25, are a time to gather with family and friends and enjoy traditional foods and sharing of gifts. Holiday decorations such as wreaths and trees can be found in homes as well as twinkling lights and festive music. It is a period of general goodwill and an occasion for charitable generosity.

December 26 - January 1
Kwanzaa is a celebration of family, community and culture. It is an African-American and Pan-African celebration from December 26 to January 1 by tens of millions around the world. The language of Kwanzaa is Swahili (the Kiswahili language and African culture). Foundational to Kwanzaa is the Nguzo Saba (the 7 principles): Unity, Self-Determination, Collective Work & Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith.

January 1, 2023
Japanese New Year is celebrated on January 1st, the Year of the Rabbit, and is one of the most important holidays for Japanese Americans. Families gather together to celebrate and enjoy rice cakes or Mochi which is associated with rabbits and the moon. Families decorate their houses with plum blossoms, pine boughs and bamboo which represent making it through the cold times of winter and a welcome wish for spring.