Dec (last month of the year) is known for major holidays like Christmas and Hanukkah, New Year’s Eve celebrations, and cultural observances like Kwanzaa. It is marked by the winter solstice (Dec 21st, shortest day of the year and beginning of astronomical winter) in the Northern Hemisphere, a variety of awareness days such as Human Rights Day, and astronomical events like the Geminids meteor shower.
December 6 is Saint Nicholas Day, the origin of Santa Claus. The month brings seasonal activities like holiday shopping, festive music, and traditions like exchange of gifts, singing carols, decorating Christmas trees and family gatherings. On Dec 31st New Year’s Eve, the last day of the year, people around the world say “Goodbye” to the old and “Welcome” to the new.
Secretary
– Ranjan Vicknamparampil
