Whether it’s the sound of church bells ringing through the streets, the warm glow of candlelit processions, or the joy of ...

A folklorist explains the prehistoric origins of the mythical Easter Bunny and why this longstanding cultural symbol keeps ...

Germans decorate egg trees, and children in Sweden dress as Easter witches or hags, going to neighbors' homes to exchange greetings for candy.

In western Sweden, people light bonfires on Easter Saturday, which is the main day for celebrations in Sweden. One of the original reasons for lighting bonfires was to scare away witches, but more ...

Here is a brief rundown of some coming entertainment options in Northeast Ohio. Make submissions for consideration via email to [email protected] or [email protected]. You ...

Furthermore, in Sweden and Finland, Halloween seems to come early! On Maundy Thursday, Swedish and Finnish children go from door to door, trading paintings and drawings for chocolate eggs and sweets ...

With Easter 2025 just a few short weeks away, NorthJersey.com has compiled a list of events throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris and Sussex counties that are sure to delight. From egg hunts ...

The first day of spring has sprung and April has arrived with all the Easter holidays to look forward to, such as the end of the Lent and fish Fridays, Palm Sunday, Good Friday, Easter and Passover.

Easter is an important day in the Christian faith. Each year, believers celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ on a Sunday after the 40-day period known as Lent. Church services, reflection ...