Hi everyone,
Today, we celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, a significant holiday in many Asian cultures. This festival is a time to gather with family, give thanks, and pray for good fortune.
About the Mid-Autumn Festival:
- It is also known as the Moon Festival, as it is celebrated when the moon is believed to be the biggest and fullest.
- The festival dates back over 3,000 years to China's Shang Dynasty.
- Mooncakes, a rich pastry typically filled with sweet-bean or lotus-seed paste, are traditionally eaten during the festival.
- The festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, which falls on September or early October in the Gregorian calendar.
- In Korea, this day is known as "Chuseok," one of two biggest national holidays celebrated in Korea besides Seollal.
Please note, our offices in the countries observing this holiday will be closed. If you are unsure whether your office observes this holiday, please check with your local People Team.
Thank you,
People Team
Hey everyone,
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival! 🌕🥮 This wonderful holiday is celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, which falls today!
About this festival:
- It's also known as the Moon Festival, as it's celebrated when the moon is at its roundest and brightest.
- The festival originated from the Tang Dynasty, over a thousand years ago.
- Mooncakes, a rich pastry typically filled with sweet-bean or lotus-seed paste, are traditionally eaten during this festival.
- In Korea, this day is known as "Chuseok," one of two biggest national holidays celebrated in Korea besides Seollal.
Please note, our offices in the countries observing this holiday will be closed. If you are unsure whether your office observes this holiday, please check with your local People Team.
Let's all take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the full moon tonight, and if you can, enjoy a mooncake! 🌝
Thank you,
People Team
Hi all,
Today, we celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, a significant holiday in many Asian cultures, observed on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar.
- The festival dates back over 3,000 years, to China's Zhou Dynasty.
- It's also known as the Moon Festival, as it's celebrated when the moon is at its roundest and brightest.
- Traditionally, families gather to offer sacrifices to the moon, appreciate its beauty, and eat mooncakes.
- In Korea, this day is known as "Chuseok," one of two biggest national holidays celebrated in Korea besides Seollal.
Please note, our offices in the countries observing this holiday will be closed. If you are unsure whether your office observes this holiday, please check with your local People Team.
People Team
Hi everyone,
We are writing to remind you that the Mid-Autumn Festival is coming up in about a week. This is a significant holiday celebrated in several countries where we have offices, and as such, these offices will be closed in observance.
The countries that observe this holiday include China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, and South Korea. If you work directly with colleagues or teams in these countries, please be aware of this upcoming holiday and plan your schedules accordingly.
Thank you,
People Team
How to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival)
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as Moon Festival, is a traditional holiday celebrated in East Asia. It falls on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, typically in September or October. Countries that observe this holiday and give time off include China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and South Korea. In Korea, Mid-Autumn Festival is called "Chuseok" and considered one of the biggest national Korean holidays. They have different traditions and foods.
Recognizing and celebrating diverse holidays like the Mid-Autumn Festival in global teams fosters inclusivity and respect for different cultures. It also enhances team bonding and understanding, which can boost productivity and morale.
- Organize a virtual mooncake tasting session
- Encourage team members to share stories or traditions related to the festival
- Decorate the workspace with lanterns or other festival-related items
- Host a virtual team gathering under the full moon.
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