Manteca’s first ever Holi Festival is Sunday, March 9, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Woodward Park.

It is not today as incorrectly reported in Friday’s Bulletin.

The Bulletin apologizes for the error and any inconvenience it may have caused.

Checking out the festival will be well worth the time to celebrate the approach of spring.

Speaking of time, make sure you turn your clocks ahead an hour before going to bed tonight.

Daylight Savings Time officially starts at 2 a.m. Sunday..

The ancient Hindu event — a festival of colors — is a cultural and religious celebration that includes throwing colored dye in the air.

Organizers note “Holi, the festival of colors, marks the arrival of spring and celebrates the victory of good over evil. It is a time when people of all ages and communities come together to play with colors, enjoy music and dance, and savor delicious festive foods.”

“This year's celebration aims to highlight the importance of celebrating festivals together, fostering long-lasting bonds and promoting unity among our diverse communities.”

The  free entry event includes food, shopping, dance performers, kids games, music by DJ Preet, and of course “colors.”

The festival’s religious aspects celebrate the eternal and divine love of the Hindu deities Radha and Krishna.

While the Holi Festival is celebrated by Hindus,  one of the main themes of the festival is unity to bring those of other cultures and faiths together.

It is a celebration that happens all over the world. It brings people together and invites them to feel united in one big colorful group.

The Manteca Holi Festival is being staged by the Central Valley Punjabi Society.

The Manteca non-profit was established for the purpose of promoting Punjabi culture & traditions.