Its Easter Monday, The 4 day long weekend after winter !! Know what it is and how to celebrate at PartsAvatar !!

After a long cold winter, the four day weekend of Easter Monday is coming!! Do you know why we celebrate Easter Monday? What do people do on this eve?? Well, if you don’t know, then keep on scrolling to know the answers-Brought to you by PartsAvatar Replacement Parts!

Multicoloured eggs, cute bunny rabbits are waiting this April! Easter Monday is a time to spend with your family and loved ones! Let us know about the Easter Monday and its significance in this article!

What is Easter Monday all about??

It has religious significance, because it is the day after Christians believe the messiah returned to earth. In Canada, Easter Monday is a Christian holiday that celebrates the death and resurrection of Jesus. It is believed that on Good Friday, Jesus was crucified and laid to rest in a tomb.

 It was then discovered that Jesus had risen on Easter Sunday. So on religious accounts, it is the day when Jesus is believed to have returned to earth. It is believed that Jesus stayed for 40 days appearing to believers and giving ministry. He healed the sick and proved to doubters that he is son of God. According to Christians, he ascended to heaven after 40 days.

Do you know why we call it Easter? Easter is derived from word “Ostara” or “Eostre”, a pagan goddess of fertility. However, the holiday’s name is also said to have been derived from Pesach- the Hebrew name of Passover, a Jewish holiday.

It is also believed that the last supper took place during the specific part of Passover traditions.

The name “Easter Monday” varies from place to place. For instance, the day after Easter is also called Bright Monday, Wet Monday or Renewal Monday.

In Canada according to Employment standards act, it is a statutory holiday throughout all the Canada except British Columbia.

The Easter egg

Without Easter eggs there is no fun of Easter. But why do we engage in egg hunting games or moreover, do you know why eggs are seen as symbolic figure of Easter?

Well, Eggs symbolize new life, as Jesus began his new life after his resurrection on Easter Sunday and cracked eggs symbolize the cracked tomb. Eggs also recall the shape of the stone that rolled away on Easter Sunday from the tomb that held Jesus’ body.

Modern eastern celebrations revolve around eggs. They are painted in different patterns, rolled down the hill and eaten if they are of chocolate variety.

Celebrating Easter Monday in Canada!

Several Canadian Christians attend non secular services on Easter Monday. They mark their vacations with family gatherings, food, eggs hunts or exchanging chocolate eggs as gifts.

A less commonly practiced Christian belief is scented water. In past Churchgoers, would return from the church with holy water scented with perfume. They used to sprinkle that holy water on their pets, loved ones and throughout their home to lay good into these. “May you never wither” was often uttered during this event. Some Orthodox Church going families still engage in this tradition to purify their house and loved ones with holy water.

Feast is the most loved and common celebratory event among Canadians. Families get together and enjoy a large dinner in the company of their loved ones. Mashed Potatoes, gravy, turkey, ham, beets, carrots and stuffing can be commonly found in a traditional Easter Monday feast! Family members say graces before the meal.

Several craft shows, outdoor exhibitions and other family friendly activities are organized during Easter Monday. Local organizations, host pancake breakfast for every age group.

Easter egg hunt is a real pleasure for every age group. Many parks organize Easter egg hunt competition where adults hide painted eggs and children have fun in hunting these chocolate treats. Easter Monday celebrations may differ from country to country and culture to culture as the Bible does not recount what happened on Easter Monday. Let us see how every country celebrates Easter Monday.

Easter Monday in Australia

Easter Monday is seen as a public holiday in Australia. Sporting events like oak bank Easter racing carnival, Australian three peaks race in Tasmania and stawell gift in Victoria are popular among them.

Easter Monday in Hungary

Easter Monday is also known as Ducking Monday in Hungary because  Men visit women and ask for permission for sprinkling holy water by reciting Easter poem and they get eggs(chocolate mostly) in exchange.

Easter Monday in Ireland

In Ireland, Easter Monday is a day of remembrance for the men and women who sacrificed themselves in the Easter rising which began on Easter Monday 1916.

Easter Monday in UK

Easter Monday is a bank holiday in United Kingdom. It’s interesting to see that people in Leicestershire hold a bottle kicking match and hard pie scramble on this day.

Easter Monday in US

In US, Easter Monday is largely ignored and is not a federal holiday. Even so, some regions still celebrate it and it is a part of spring break of some states.

Have you ever heard about White House Easter egg roll? It is the most notable celebration of US that happens in white house and sponsored by the President. There are many fun activities like live music and cooking demonstrations by world class chefs held during this event.

The history of white house hosting egg roll goes back to 1870s when kids in Washington DC would take their Easter eggs to Capitol Hill to roll them. The congress soon passed the bill to outlaw egg rolling in the capitol.

After this some kids approached the then president Rutherford Hayes for a place to roll their Easter eggs. He issued an order that allowed egg rolling to take place on white house grounds.

Easter Monday in other parts of world

In Guyana, people fly kites on this day which is made on Holy Saturday, the Saturday before Easter.

People in Netherlands have festive breakfast and go for hiking on this day.

In Asian countries like Hong Kong, people hold special events of painting Easter eggs and Easter egg races.

Similarly in Portugal and Italy, people go on picnics.

So, Bottom line?? Well, whether you like to spend your Easter Monday in a traditional way or modern way, just create your own memorable event. PartsAvatar Auto Parts hope you find your own special way to have fun on this great day!!

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Is your Car AC increasing your fuel consumption?? Replace car cooling depot and car parts at PartsAvatar Car Parts Online.

Take it easy on AC and check out what it does to car’s fuel economy here!!-brought to you by PartsAvatar Spectra Fuel Tanks.

your car’s air conditioner is something which you can drive without especially if you are inhabitant for summery climate. Cooling depot of your car must be serviced and maintained in order to give you soothing feeling in such hot weather.

Its good to drive on with constant Air conditioning being switched on, as it surely impacts your performance as a driver and comfort ability for sure. But have you ever wondered what it does to our car’s fuel economy?

Constantly running air conditioner does impact a truck or car’s performance. Studies say that the fuel consumption increases by 10% and vehicle runs more slowly after such rapid usage of AC.

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Most cars’ air conditioner and other heating devices require engine’s power for its operation. The air conditioner’s load depends upon the vehicle’s interior size and outdoor temperature. Moreover in winters’ the car a/c is also engaged along with defroster to keep the windshield from getting foggy.

Impact on fuel consumption

Have you been driving to the fuel station often these days to get your fuel tank filled? If this has been happening for a while, then you must remember for what time the car’s air conditioner had been operating to keep you cool in hot temperature?

You can say that frequent and long term use of car’s air conditioner impacts’ car’s engine performance and the fuel consumption increases rapidly depending on the condition under which both your car and the air conditioning system are working.

The conditions mainly include the size of the interior of your car, the outside temperature, humidity, solar radiation, cabin temperature, engine performance, driving speed and the most important time of air conditioner’s usage!

The more you use it the more would be the engine under the pressure to provide the power in order to run the air conditioner.

What we can do to conserve fuel?

In addition to constant air conditioner usage, there are some ways by which you can do something for your car’s engine and save its performance.

You must know where you need to use the air conditioner and where to not. Sometimes, some people do not turn off the A/C even when they don’t need it. Your carelessness is causing your car a lot, so switch it off!

Talking about driving habits, we need to avoid aggressive driving techniques. The fuel mileage increases often when we press on the accelerator pedal and drive rashly.

Hit the re circulating button because it requires less energy because you are cooling only the air that is already present in your vehicle, so in that way, the air conditioner wont have to convert the warm air from outside into the cooler one.

Once the air is much cooler, turn it back, to circulate only cooler air trapped inside the cabin and the AC will work at its best.

Why not partially open the window on a hot day? This is because on a hot summery day, the cabin of your car is bound has no circulation of air. Leave the window partially down in order to reduce the hot air. The car’s air conditioner works more effectively when there is less hot air inside. So let the hot air out by doing so and see the upgrading car’s air conditioner performance.

Consider using the flow through ventilation when you are on the highway, and open your windows and sunroof while driving in the city. If your car is featured with an auto AC or climate control then start the AC at the lowest speed, this will be quickest way to decrease the temperature inside the car.

If your car has auto air conditioner triggered then use it at low speed as this will be quickest way to decrease the temperature inside the car. Adjust it as per your requirements. Open the window fully, blast the manual air conditioner at the highest speed and drive for some kilometres before you feel there is cool air flowing through the air conditioner vents.

Park your vehicle under a shady tree. The car will require less cooling from the air conditioning at start up if it is parked in the shade. If the shaded area is unavailable, using window shades will help to decrease the heat intake of your car when it is parked.

Now that you know how to use air conditioner of your car properly, make sure to keep it maintained for its better performance. Check out the car air conditioner performance before summer arrives and check its components’ working.

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Usher in Spring in a fun way with activities and side splitting entertainment @ PartsAvatar !!

No Need to fly away to tropical climates to have a fun filled, jam packed Spring break when there are so many ways to celebrate this pre -summer season in Toronto. Celebrate the arrival of spring with city’s natural landscape and cultural festivals-Brought to you by PartsAvatar Auto Parts Canada !

How are you planning to celebrate spring time this year? Here you will find ideas for kids, families and adults. So, there is something for everyone.

It’s never too early and never too late to plan your celebrations. Enjoy!

Rom’s Big Blue March Break

If your kids are crazy about underwater world, then it is a good opportunity to make them familiar with it.

Your kids can discover wondrous creatures that rule the underwater world of oceans in the Royal Ontario’s Museum. There are other marine themed programs and activities including out of depths: the blue whale story.

Canada Blooms and National Home Show

Celebrate the arrival of spring at Canada’s largest flower and garden festival. For 10 days, every march, as gardeners start to look ahead to the planting season, Canada blooms brings over 200000 gardening enthusiasts, landscape designers and architects.

Be inspired and get your first taste of spring by choosing from over 100 hours of seminars by horticulture and floriculture experts.

The national home show will give you inspiration, resources and the chance to meet the people and companies that can help you get small interior design done.

Toronto Sportsmen’s Show ~ biggest fishing and Outdoor show in Canada!

Crowd goes crazy for this show as the Toronto Sportsmen’s show features activities like fishing, hunting, boating and camping. You can get to learn about new products and techniques from the professionals in this show.

Many generations have had their introduction to Canada’s outdoor heritage- camping, fishing, archery during the decade long history of Toronto’s sportsmen show.

Kids can also have plenty of fun with activities like fishing simulator where kids can experience the thrill of catching the fish like adults.

Catch High park Cherry blossom season

High Park Toronto features hiking trails, sports facilities, lakefronts, cherry blossom and much more!

It is home to sakura trees which is Japanese name to Cherry blossom trees. The beautiful white and pink cherry blossoms attract thousands of visitors to the park each spring. Cherry blossoms bloom for about two weeks in late April or early may.

Don’t miss the beauty of sakuras and make sure you get there early and avoid crowd.

Biomechanics~ the machine inside at science centre

How can a tiny shrimp break through a glass? Spider webs stronger than steel! Check out this exhibition that reveals incredible ingenuity behind evolution and adaptation through real specimens, lifelike models and interactive experience.

If you are a science lover, don’t give it a miss!

Canadian Music Week: The Music fest with 1000 bands and 60 live music venues.

Canadian Music week is a premier entertainment event which combines industry conference with performance festivals, workshop talks with leading industry professionals, cutting edge trade exhibitions and award shows.

Last year artists from around the world took the stage and a lot of action was pumped into those days of musical mayhem. It is the main reason why every aspiring musical artist wants to launch his career from this destination.

Check out their official website and see if your favourite artist or band is performing!

Scotia bank contact photography fest ~ World’s largest photography event!

The world’s largest photography event descends on Toronto starting May1 and runs for entire month. It is a month long festival that takes place in more than 100 venues across the Toronto Region every may.

Seminars, workshops, free public art installations and exhibits of international artists or local photographers are all a part of this amazing event.

Mini Pop Kids at Rose theatre

Mini pop kids is an interactive event featuring talented young singers performing the latest hits by the likes of Katy Perry, Taylor Swift and more. Surely your kids will keep on singing long after the show is over!

Door open Toronto

Toronto was the very first city to host Doors open in North America! 150 architecturally, historically, culturally and socially significant buildings open their doors for the weekend and highlight the people who built the city.

In honour of Canada’s 150^th birthday, in 2017 the theme was fifteen decades of Canadian architecture and featured highlights from each decade since 1860s.

The Maple Syrup festival

Learn how the maple syrup is made and try a tasting flight of different grades and types of syrup, go on horse wagon rides and enjoy fresh hot pancakes with maple syrup and sausages and try taffy on snow and more.

Make your spring break a little sweeter with a family trip to one of the many maple syrup festivals happening all across the Toronto region.

Hot Docs International Documentary festival

It is North America’s largest documentary festival, conference and market with a selection of more than 150 cutting edge documentaries from Canada and around the world along with conference sessions, market events and services for documentary practitioners.

You can also check packages which go on sale! Packages help you save money and are ideal for sharing with friends and family.

At select Doc soup screenings guest directors will be on hand to introduce their work and answer questions from audience.

Immerse yourself in the world of Argentine Tango

For four days join dancers both locals and international and from all skill levels at workshops, seminars, milongas, performances and more!

Toronto tango festival is considered as longest running argentine tango event in Toronto. Keep dancing to the wee hours and enrich your passion for this captivating dance at this amazing event.

Playdium

This spring break, release the kid in you! Playdium is an ultimate place with 200 high tech attractions, rides and simulators, laser maze and much more fun activities.

It’s a family place where you can have a whole lot of energy to burn!

So there are plenty of things to do this spring! It may be still chilly, but the sun is shining bright! Embrace the spring with these celebrations!

Happy spring!!

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