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The holiday typically occurred around the time of the vernal equinox or the first day of spring, signaling a change from the dark days of winter to the cheery days of spring. The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch? Register for a user account. Mel Krupnick , Community Contributor. Posted Mon, Apr 2, at pm ET. Thank Reply Share. The rules of replying: Be respectful. This is a space for friendly local discussions.

No racist, discriminatory, vulgar or threatening language will be tolerated. Be transparent. Use your real name, and back up your claims. Keep it local and relevant. Three days later he Resurrected beating death. Resurrection is a triumph of life and even more astonishing than the miracle of Christ birth. In addition to religious celebrations involving Church services, Easter is celebrated in several ways in the United States, Europe and other parts of the world.

Some of these celebrations have little to do with the Christian meaning of the holiday. The most popular include family meals, Easter eggs decoration, hiding the decorated eggs for children to find and giving children baskets with candy.

In the USA, the Spring break for high school and college students usually occurs about Easter time, hence many families leave the cold of northern states to visit amusement parks or sunny beaches in the south. By continuing using our site, you accept our cookie policy and consent to the use of cookies. Read more. Toggle navigation Toggle search box Calendar April No. Read more Contact Privacy Policy. Tuesday, February 14, Shrove Tuesday Mardi Gras.

Wednesday, February 15, Ash Wednesday. Sunday, March 25, Palm Sunday. Thursday, March 29, Maundy Thursday. Friday, March 30, Good Friday.

Sunday, April 1, Monday, April 2, Easter Monday. Thursday, May 10, Ascension of Jesus.