Ancient Carnival origins? Study finds evidence of boozy summer celebrations in Brazil
Scientists analyzed ancient ceramics from Patos Lagoon, Brazil, revealing early evidence of alcohol production.
The Tablet12d
A Sermon for the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
Today’s feast, the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple, marks the end of Christmastide, forty days after Christmas itself. It is one of the most ancient feasts in the liturgical calendar ...
Delving into the murky origins of Valentine’s Day
Many legends claim to explain the origins of Valentine’s Day, but as is the case with legends, they leave many questions ...
Greek Reporter1d
Valentine’s Day: A Not-So-Romantic Journey Going Back to Ancient Greece
Some scholars trace Valentine's Day back to ancient Greece and the mythical green meadows of Arcadia in the Peloponnese.
The Columbian13h
Valentine’s Day has murky origins
Bearing cards, flowers, chocolates and poetry, lovers have always swooned on Valentine’s Day as cherubs circled overhead. Right?
National Catholic Register14d
The Presentation: Christ Is Our Light
Sunday, Feb. 2, is the feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Mass readings: Malachi 3:1-4; Psalm 24:7, 8, 9, 10; Hebrews ...
BroadwayWorld10d
FEAST. Will Make West Coast Premiere in March
Leonix Movement Theatre in association with Immersive Art Collective will present the West Coast premiere of FEAST., a vivid reimagining of the epic poem Beowulf.