February is unique among all the months that comprise the year. In 2026 this stands out even more with so many holidays packed into it. There is the Lunar New Year, a Ring of Fire solar eclipse, Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras, the beginning of Ramadan and Lent as well. In whatever way we choose to raise our spirit - whether we party in the streets or opt for fasting and abstinence in the privacy of our home - may we rejoice in the blessing and celebration to be had. Over at our local Negros Museum, the second half of the month is host to the colorful exhibit of painter, printmaker and New York City artist Charles Lahti . Aptly titled, FOR THE LOVE OF is a non-profit art benefit and memorial tribute to residents and museum supporters, Gregorio and Isabel Urra. All the proceeds for this exhibition have been generously donated towards supporting the Negros Museum’s continuing cultural programs.