We are celebrating Diwali at WGSS this week! Take a moment to learn about the five day celebration!

Diwali takes place annually and lasts for five days, marking the start of the Hindu New Year. The exact dates change each year and are determined by the position of the moon – but it usually falls between October and November.

The word Diwali (or Deepavali as it’s sometimes called) means “row of lights” in an Ancient language of India, called Sanskrit. During this festival, people decorate their homes with lights and oil lamps, called diyas.

For many people, Diwali honours the Hindu goddess of wealth, Lakshmi. The lights and lamps are said to help Lakshmi find her way into peoples’ homes, bringing prosperity in the year to come! It’s also a celebration of good triumphing over evil. ✨✨✨✨ ...

This year, November 12 marks Diwali, the festival of lights celebrated by Hindu, Sikh, and Jain peoples. It acknowledges triumphs of good over evil and light over darkness. Come celebrate with us on Tuesday, November 14 in the foyer with free chai and sweets and samosas for $2!!!! Happy Diwali! ...

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