I think it is best if people put forward that which they are familiar with when mentioning celebrations or festivals of whatever ilk. After all, it is the culture in which they were raised, so they should know something about it. So its not too much to assume that they might want to share what they consider good news, whats wrong with that.

If someone has heard of an interesting (to them) event then they may ask on the forum for a little more info, nothing wrong with that also, they may find out a great deal or just enough to keep them going in the right direction to find out more.

If any body thinks this group is too narrow minded and ignores other cultural issues maybe they should get off their "guesting" arse and post some items of (if only to them) interest. That may then prompt discussion and exploration of that topic leading to wider world views all round, but the guest poster probably wont, so much more fun to flame and sow dissent. It bugs the shit out of me when people critisize things but offer nothing in the way off a remedy.

Stuart

is guest missing something? probably a bit of decency.