Bathukamma

St. James Episcopal Church 4 St James Place, Essex Jct., VT, United States

Batukamma is a vibrant floral festival. It honors Goddess Batukamma, symbolizing feminine energy and the beauty of nature. Women create elaborate flower arrangements and dance around them, celebrating the ultimate essence of life and nature. It involves creating intricate flower arrangements and dancing around them. The festival signifies the ultimate celebration of femininity, nature, and […]

Dussehra

St. James Episcopal Church 4 St James Place, Essex Jct., VT, United States

Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a major Hindu festival celebrated at the end of the Navaratri period. It marks the triumph of good over evil and is observed on the tenth day of the Hindu calendar month of Ashvin. The festival holds great significance in Hindu mythology and culture, with various regional traditions and […]

Diwali

St. James Episcopal Church 4 St James Place, Essex Jct., VT, United States

Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most significant festivals in Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, and some other Indian religions. It is often referred to as the “Festival of Lights” and is celebrated with immense joy and enthusiasm across India and in many parts of the world where Indian communities reside. Diwali typically falls […]