Yom Kippur is September 24-25 sundown to sundown. This is a day of atonement marked by fasting and ceremonial repentance known as the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. As you explore, we encourage you to find unique ways to recognize the rich histories, cultures, and traditions behind these occasions while honoring your own. For an extensive listing […]
Halloween is a holiday celebrated each year on October 31, and Halloween 2023 will occur on Tuesday, October 31. The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor […]
Remember to set your clocks back an hour starting at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 5.
In observance of Veteran's Day (Saturday, November 11) all County General Government buildings and courts are closed on Friday, November 10
In November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following words: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the […]
For three nights, decorated county vehicles will travel through Henrico County spreading holiday cheer! Participants include Recreation & Parks, Police, Henrico Library, and even Santa and his elves. Join us at the end location for hot chocolate, candy canes, and pictures with Santa and all of the vehicles and staff. Planned Route for Dec 5 Tracker […]
For three nights, decorated county vehicles will travel through Henrico County spreading holiday cheer! Participants include Recreation & Parks, Fire & Police, Henrico Library, and even Santa and his elves. Join us at the end location for hot chocolate, candy canes, and pictures with Santa and all of the vehicles and staff. On Wed, Dec […]
Hanukkah (Chanukah) is the Jewish eight-day, wintertime “festival of lights,” celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting, special prayers and fried foods. The Hebrew word Chanukah means “dedication,” and is thus named because it celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple (as you’ll read below). Also spelled Hanukkah (or variations of that spelling), the Hebrew word is actually pronounced with a guttural, “kh” sound, kha-nu-kah, […]
For three nights, decorated county vehicles will travel through Henrico County spreading holiday cheer! Participants include Recreation & Parks, Police, Henrico Library, and even Santa and his elves. Join us at the end location for hot chocolate, candy canes, and pictures with Santa and all of the vehicles and staff. Coming Soon… Planned Route for Dec […]