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In fact, Khmer New Year originally began on the first day of the first month in the lunar calendar, which can be in November or the beginning of December. Khmer people can find free time in April because there is no rain, and it is very hot, so Khmer farmers have the time to take vacation after they have worked very hard to gather the rice crops from their fields to get their income.

The Khmer New Year festival originated from Bramhmanism, a part of Hinduism, which was a religion that Khmer believed in before Buddhism. Later on, Buddhism became associated with the festival and then took all the important roles in the festivity. The first day of New Year is called Moha Sangkran, and it can be described simply as the inauguration of the New Angels who come to take care of the world for a one-year period. The current situation is rapidly changing.

The Chamber will continue to update this information to make the transition as smooth as possible. Beginning October Small restaurants with seating capacity for less than 12 people will not be phased in until December 6, Indoor restaurants and bars.

Arts and entertainment venues. Outdoor events with over people. Proof of Vaccination. Documentation from a medical record or vaccine provider. The program now has ten caseworkers and cultural mediators in the program. She is proud of and excited to see KHB become more established and move forward with many generations that share a similar passion and commitment to help the community. Sinang Lee is a co-founder of the Khmer Health Board. She started her career with international work on proper chemicals management in Central America and pesticide safety education in Cambodia.

She has worked at multiple levels of government in the US, with a focus on advancing environmental justice and elevating community voices into decision-making. What keeps her grounded is her family, a yoga-loving husband and two silly kids. Phanith is a 4th year Khmer medical student. One of his greatest joy in life is learning how to bring healing and knowledge to others. After medical school, he hopes to serve and learn from underserved communities.

He is particularly interested in advocating for the unique health needs of Southeast Asian populations as well as immigrant and refugee communities. Although how he advocates for others will continually change as he experiences personal and professional growth, one thing is sure: he will always see and acknowledge people as more than just their health problems. He looks forward to building deep relationships with the Khmer community through work with the Khmer Health Board and engagement in the community.

When not working, you can find him bouldering, hiking, practicing photography, and staying active through recreational sports. Perhaps you have said, "Id like to visit that church sometime", but you have put it off…. From Business: We think you will find the Central Kitsap Church of Christ to be a friendly and helpful group of people.

You will not be embarrassed or singled out for any…. It offers weekly services for adults in Japanese and….