September 22 Celebrations: National Ice Cream Cone Day & Hobbit Day

Tuesday, September 22 is all about small pleasures and a change of scene. A cone piled high with ice cream, the last summery treat of the season, meets a holiday that celebrates cozy meals and good company, and the autumn equinox arrives this evening. Think of it as a gentle handoff between seasons, best enjoyed slowly.

National Ice Cream Cone Day

Long before the drive-through, ice cream needed something to hold it. Rolled waffles shaped like cones turn up in French cookbooks around 1825, and in the United States cones gained fans in the late 1800s, when confectioners rolled them by hand. They made a famous debut at the 1904 World's Fair in St. Louis, an Oregon inventor patented a cone making machine in 1912, and he sold his company to Nabisco in 1928. Who truly invented the cone is still debated, but nobody argues about the result.

😄 Fun fact: Before cones took over, Victorian street vendors served ice cream in a small glass called a penny lick, and customers licked it clean and handed it right back, which makes an edible cone look like a genius upgrade.

Ways to celebrate:

• Grab a cone with a friend, and let a coin flip decide the flavor if you cannot choose.
• Try a cone style you usually skip, like a cake cone, a pretzel cone, or a chocolate dipped cone.
• Turn a friendly bet into a sweet payoff by making the loser buy the cones.

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Hobbit Day

Hobbit Day lands on September 22 because that is the birthday of both Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, the hobbit heroes of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth stories. It also follows September 21, 1937, the day The Hobbit first reached readers, and the American Tolkien Society first proclaimed Hobbit Day and Tolkien Week in 1978. Fans mark the occasion by reading, rewatching the movies, and hosting gatherings full of food, tea, and friends.

😄 Fun fact: Hobbits are famous for their second breakfast, which makes Hobbit Day one of the few holidays where seconds are completely in character.

Ways to celebrate:

• Read a chapter of The Hobbit aloud, or settle in for a movie night.
• Host a Shire style get together with cakes, tea, and a crowd of friends, since hobbits love a big gathering.
• Dress in something cozy and storybook inspired, then share a photo with #HobbitDay.

💬 Your turn: Would you rather spend today with a cone in the sunshine or a second breakfast in the Shire? Tell us in the comments.

Whether you are licking a cone or planning a feast fit for a hobbit, today is a reminder to enjoy the simple things as the season changes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is National Ice Cream Cone Day?

National Ice Cream Cone Day is observed every year on September 22, right around the start of fall, proving that ice cream season never really ends.

Who invented the ice cream cone?

Nobody knows for sure, and the credit is still debated. Rolled waffles shaped like cones appear in French cookbooks around 1825, and cones became popular in the United States in the late 1800s before their famous debut at the 1904 World's Fair in St. Louis.

Why is Hobbit Day on September 22?

It is the birthday of both Bilbo and Frodo Baggins in J.R.R. Tolkien's stories. The American Tolkien Society first proclaimed Hobbit Day and Tolkien Week in 1978.

When was The Hobbit published?

J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit was published on September 21, 1937, one day before Hobbit Day falls each year.

How can I celebrate both holidays today?

Start with a Shire style second breakfast, read a chapter of The Hobbit, and finish the day with an ice cream cone. It is a cozy way to send off summer.

What if today is my birthday?

If you're celebrating a birthday on September 22, check out our Birthday Gift Finder for your zodiac sign, birthstone, birth flower, and gift ideas specific to your day.

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September 22 Other Celebrations

First Day of Fall: This evening the Sun crosses the celestial equator heading south, and in the United States the moment arrives at 5:05 p.m. Pacific and 8:05 p.m. Eastern, making today the astronomical first day of fall. The word equinox comes from Latin words for equal and night, but day and night are not perfectly equal, because the atmosphere bends sunlight and stretches daylight just a little longer. Pumpkin spice fans may now begin, judgment free.

National White Chocolate Day: White chocolate is a bit of a rule bender. It is made from cocoa butter, sugar, and milk solids, and it contains no cocoa solids, one of the main ingredients in traditional chocolate. That has fueled plenty of friendly debate about whether it counts as chocolate at all, though U.S. rules say true white chocolate must contain at least 20 percent cocoa butter, so it takes its recipe seriously.

National Elephant Appreciation Day: Elephants can live 60 to 70 years, and their herds are led by a matriarch and made up of sisters, daughters, and their young. Studies suggest they have excellent memories, remembering important locations across huge stretches of land and recognizing faces and fellow elephants after long stretches apart, so it is safest not to forget their day.

World Rhino Day: First announced by WWF South Africa in 2010, World Rhino Day celebrates all five rhino species: the black, white, greater one-horned, Sumatran, and Javan rhinos. Zoos, sanctuaries, and animal lovers around the world use the day to share their stories and raise support for these gentle giants.

World Car Free Day: Cities have been experimenting with car free days for decades, and Europe's "In town, without my car!" campaign launched in 1998 to encourage cities to limit traffic on September 22. Today Bogotá, Colombia is known for running one of the largest car free days in the world, so lace up your sneakers, hop on a bike, or ride the bus and see your neighborhood at a different pace.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 22? In numerology, 22 is a master number, often nicknamed the Master Builder, linked to big visions backed by disciplined, practical effort. Paired with Virgo's careful, detail-oriented streak, you get someone who can dream large and still handle the small details that make it all work.

Your birthstone is sapphire, long associated with wisdom, loyalty, and clear communication. Your birth flowers are the aster, a star shaped bloom symbolizing wisdom and purity, and the morning glory, which stands for affection and a fresh start each morning it opens.

Looking for a gift that fits all three symbols at once? Sapphire blue jewelry or decor nods to the birthstone, the zodiac sign, and the deep blue purple tones asters and morning glories share in the garden. If you're drawn to crystal healing traditions, Virgo is also associated with a different set of stones, citrine, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, garnet, green aventurine, and carnelian, each believed to support different aspects of the sign's energy. You can also get the 6 stones Virgo Crystals Gift Set.

September 18 Celebrations: National Tradesmen Day, Hug a Greeting Card Writer Day, World Bamboo Day & World Water Monitoring Day

September 18 is a day for appreciating the people and things that quietly hold up our world: skilled hands, thoughtful words, a very fast-growing grass, and clean water.

National Tradesmen Day

National Tradesmen Day, observed on the third Friday of September, honors the electricians, plumbers, carpenters, masons, mechanics, and other skilled workers who build and maintain the roads, homes, water systems, and power grids everyone relies on. It was created in 2011 by Irwin Tools, with the first observance held on September 16 of that year, as a way to recognize trade careers and the people who work in them.

😄 Fun fact: Harrison Ford was working as a carpenter before Star Wars made him famous, so somewhere out there is some very well-built furniture with a Hollywood backstory.

Ways to celebrate:

• Thank the plumber, electrician, or mechanic who has helped you, in person or with a handwritten note
• Leave a positive review for a local tradesperson or trade business you trust
• Encourage a young person to look into an apprenticeship or a skilled trade career

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Hug a Greeting Card Writer Day

Hug a Greeting Card Writer Day shows appreciation to the people who craft the messages we send to the ones we love, the birthday wishes, thank-yous, and get-wells that say what we could not quite put into words. Sending greetings is an old habit: paper greeting cards were being made in Europe by around 1400, the first Christmas card was designed in England in 1843, and commercial card production took off in the 1860s.

😄 Fun fact: Hallmark took its name from the goldsmith term for a mark of quality, which is a fitting name for a company that helps people put feelings into words.

Ways to celebrate:

• Write a card by hand to someone you have not talked to in a while, in your own words
• Share a favorite card verse with a friend
• Thank a writer you know, or anyone who always finds the right words

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World Bamboo Day

World Bamboo Day was established in 2009 at the 8th World Bamboo Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, and promotes bamboo as a sustainable resource for building, crafts, food, and more. Bamboo is a giant grass and the fastest-growing land plant in the world, with some species shooting up about 36 inches in a single day. It is also the giant panda's favorite meal, making up about 99 percent of its diet.

😄 Fun fact: The first successful lightbulb used a carbonized bamboo filament, so bamboo has literally helped light up the world.

Ways to celebrate:

• Swap one everyday item for a bamboo version, like a cutting board, toothbrush, or set of utensils
• Plant a clumping bamboo in your garden or a large pot
• Look up the many ways bamboo is used in furniture, crafts, and cooking

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World Water Monitoring Day

World Water Monitoring Day invites everyday people to test the health of their local streams, rivers, and lakes, checking things like temperature, pH, turbidity, and dissolved oxygen. First held in 2003, it originally fell on October 18 to mark the anniversary of the U.S. Clean Water Act, then moved to September 18 in 2007 so more countries could take part before their waters freeze. Since 2015 the program has been managed by EarthEcho International.

😄 Fun fact: The testing kits are designed for ordinary people, so you can be a citizen scientist without owning a single lab coat.

Ways to celebrate:

• Pick up a water testing kit and check a nearby stream, pond, or pool
• Join a local cleanup at a creek, lake, or beach
• Find out where your tap water comes from

💬 Tell us in the comments: which of today's four celebrations will you actually mark, and how?

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FAQ

What is National Tradesmen Day?

It is an annual observance on the third Friday of September that thanks the skilled workers who build and maintain homes, roads, water systems, and power grids.

What is Hug a Greeting Card Writer Day?

It is a September 18 observance that appreciates the writers who craft the messages inside birthday, thank-you, and holiday cards.

What is World Bamboo Day?

It is a global awareness day, observed every September 18 since 2009, that highlights bamboo as a sustainable resource with environmental, economic, and cultural value.

What is World Water Monitoring Day?

It is a September 18 observance that encourages people to test the quality of their local waterways and learn how to protect them.

What are other ways to celebrate today?

September 18 also includes National Cheeseburger Day, Chile Independence Day, and Rice Krispies Treats Day, see the Other Celebrations section below.

What if today is my birthday?

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September 18 Other Celebrations

National Cheeseburger Day celebrates the simple upgrade that turned a plain hamburger into an American classic. The most popular origin story credits Lionel Sternberger, a teenager at his father's sandwich shop, The Rite Spot, in Pasadena, California, who is said to have dropped a slice of American cheese on a sizzling patty in the 1920s, though O'Dell's in Los Angeles and Kaelin's in Louisville have their own claims. A Denver drive-in owner even trademarked the word cheeseburger in 1935, proving a slice of cheese can get serious in a hurry.

Chile Independence Day, known as Fiestas Patrias, marks the day in 1810 when Chile's First National Government Junta was established, the first big step toward independence from Spain. Chileans celebrate with fondas, asados, empanadas de pino, kite flying, and the cueca, the national dance said to mimic a rooster courting a hen. A second public holiday, the Day of the Glories of the Army, follows on September 19.

Rice Krispies Treats Day celebrates the marshmallow cereal bar that Kellogg's employees Mildred Day and Malitta Jensen are usually credited with inventing around 1939. The first squares were called marshmallow squares, and they soon became a Camp Fire Girls fundraiser near Kansas City. Three ingredients, one pot, and a lot of stirring have kept them a lunchbox and bake sale favorite ever since.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 18? In numerology, 18 reduces to 9, the number tied to compassion, generosity, and a wide view of the world. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone who turns big-hearted ideas into careful action, quietly and reliably.

Your birthstone is sapphire, long associated with wisdom, loyalty, and clear communication. Your birth flowers are the aster, a star shaped bloom symbolizing wisdom and purity, and the morning glory, which stands for affection and a fresh start each morning it opens.

Looking for a gift that fits all three symbols at once? Sapphire blue jewelry or decor nods to the birthstone, the zodiac sign, and the deep blue purple tones asters and morning glories share in the garden. If you're drawn to crystal healing traditions, Virgo is also associated with a different set of stones, citrine, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, garnet, green aventurine, and carnelian, each believed to support different aspects of the sign's energy. You can also get the 6 stones Virgo Crystals Gift Set.

September 17 Celebrations: National Monte Cristo Day & National Apple Dumpling Day

September 17 pairs a rich, fried sandwich with a warm, spiced dessert, one indulgent and diner-style, the other cozy and baked, plus the day carries real historical weight too.

National Monte Cristo Day celebrates the dressed-up cousin of the grilled ham and cheese, dipped in egg batter and fried until golden, often finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a side of jam. It's diner comfort food with a French accent.

😄 Fun fact: The Monte Cristo traces back to the French croque-monsieur, but the American version took a sharp turn toward the sweet side, powdered sugar and jam included.

Ways to celebrate:

• Make a classic Monte Cristo with ham, turkey, and Swiss
• Try it the diner way, powdered sugar and raspberry jam on the side
• Order one from a local diner instead of cooking today

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National Apple Dumpling Day honors the baked dessert of spiced apple wrapped in a buttery pastry shell, a Colonial American favorite with roots in English and German immigrant baking traditions.

😄 Fun fact: Apple dumplings predate apple pie in American kitchens, they were faster to make and used the whole apple, core included.

Ways to celebrate:

• Bake a batch of apple dumplings with a cinnamon sugar glaze
• Pair one with vanilla ice cream for the classic combo
• Use a tart apple variety like Granny Smith for a sharper contrast to the pastry

💬 Fried and savory, or baked and sweet, which one wins your plate today?

Two very different comfort foods, one September afternoon worth savoring.

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September 17 FAQ

What's the difference between a Monte Cristo and a regular ham and cheese?

A Monte Cristo is dipped in egg batter and fried like French toast, giving it a crisp, golden exterior, often served with powdered sugar and jam rather than eaten plain.

Is National Apple Dumpling Day an official holiday?

No, it's an unofficial observance, but the dessert itself dates back to Colonial-era American kitchens.

What apples work best for apple dumplings?

Firm, tart apples like Granny Smith hold their shape well during baking and balance the sweetness of the pastry and glaze.

What if today is my birthday?

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September 17 Other Celebrations

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day marks the 1787 signing of the US Constitution and opens Constitution Week, which runs through September 23.

National Pawpaw Day, falling on the third Thursday in September, celebrates the largest native North American fruit, custard-like and tropical in flavor.

Smithsonian Day marks the 1846 signing of the act that established the Smithsonian Institution, now the world's largest museum and research complex.

International Country Music Day celebrates the genre's roots in Appalachian folk, blues, and cowboy traditions.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 17? The numerology of the number 17 reduces to 8, a number associated with ambition, authority, and the drive to build something lasting. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone who turns big goals into structured plans and sees them through.

Your birthstone is sapphire, long associated with wisdom, loyalty, and clear communication. Your birth flowers are the aster, a star shaped bloom symbolizing wisdom and purity, and the morning glory, which stands for affection and a fresh start each morning it opens.

Looking for a gift that fits all three symbols at once? Sapphire blue jewelry or decor nods to the birthstone, the zodiac sign, and the deep blue purple tones asters and morning glories share in the garden. Virgo is also associated with citrine, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, garnet, green aventurine, and carnelian.

September 16: Celebrating Mexican Independence Day, National Guacamole Day, and More

September 16 delivers an incredible lineup of global milestones, rich cultural traditions, and beloved culinary favorites. From historic cries for freedom to the ultimate avocado-based celebration, today is packed with ways to honor heritage and flavor.

Mexican Independence Day (Día de la Independencia) commemorates the historic Grito de Dolores of 1810, when Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rang church bells in Dolores, Mexico, calling for an end to Spanish colonial rule. This pivotal moment sparked the eleven-year war that ultimately won Mexico its independence. Communities around the world celebrate with vibrant parades, traditional music, and festive displays of green, white, and red.

😄 Fun fact: The historic bell rung by Hidalgo in 1810, known as the Campana de Dolores, is rung every year by the President of Mexico on the night of September 15 to reenact the famous cry.

Ways to celebrate:

• Attend a local parade or Mexican Independence Day celebration near you
• Cook a traditional dish like mole poblano or pozole
• Decorate your space in green, white, and red for the day

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National Guacamole Day honors the creamy, nutrient-packed dish rooted in ancient Aztec traditions. Made from mashed avocados, lime juice, cilantro, onions, and chiles, guacamole is a timeless culinary staple enjoyed worldwide, and a natural pairing for today's other celebration.

😄 Fun fact: The word "guacamole" comes from the Aztec Nahuatl word "ahuacamolli," which translates roughly to "avocado sauce."

Ways to celebrate:

• Make a fresh batch with ripe avocados, lime, and cilantro
• Try a regional variation, some add pomegranate seeds or a touch of bacon
• Serve it up alongside tonight's Mexican Independence Day spread

💬 A toast to Mexican heritage or a chip loaded with fresh guacamole, how are you marking the day?

From a historic cry for freedom to a bowl of fresh guacamole, September 16 has plenty to celebrate.

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September 16 FAQ

What is the Grito de Dolores?

It's the historic 1810 cry for independence made by Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, marking the start of Mexico's eleven-year war for independence from Spain.

Why is Mexican Independence Day celebrated on September 16?

September 16 marks the anniversary of the Grito de Dolores, the moment considered the start of Mexico's fight for independence, even though full independence wasn't achieved until 1821.

What is guacamole traditionally made of?

Traditional guacamole is made from mashed avocados, lime juice, cilantro, onions, and chiles, a recipe with roots in ancient Aztec cuisine.

What if today is my birthday?

Lucky you, scroll down to the birthday box below for your Virgo traits, birthstone, and birth flower.

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September 16 Other Celebrations

International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer marks the anniversary of the Montreal Protocol's signing in 1987, a landmark global agreement to phase out substances that deplete the Earth's ozone layer.

National Collect Rocks Day is a fun, curious observance encouraging geology enthusiasts and casual hobbyists alike to head outdoors in search of unique stones, minerals, and fossils.

Mayflower Day remembers the historic 1620 departure of the Mayflower from Plymouth, England, carrying the Pilgrims on their journey toward a new life in North America.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 16? The numerology of the number 16 reduces to 7, a number tied to introspection, analysis, and a natural pull toward deeper truths. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone who doesn't just work hard, but thinks hard, always looking one layer past the surface.

Your birthstone is sapphire, long associated with wisdom, loyalty, and clear communication. Your birth flowers are the aster, a star shaped bloom symbolizing wisdom and purity, and the morning glory, which stands for affection and a fresh start each morning it opens.

Looking for a gift that fits all three symbols at once? Sapphire blue jewelry or decor nods to the birthstone, the zodiac sign, and the deep blue purple tones asters and morning glories share in the garden. If you're drawn to crystal healing traditions, Virgo is also associated with a different set of stones, citrine, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, garnet, green aventurine, and carnelian, each believed to support different aspects of the sign's energy. You can also get the 6 stones Virgo Crystals Gift Set.

September 15 Celebrations: National Double Cheeseburger Day & National Linguine Day

September 15 is a day built entirely around comfort food, one indulgent and classically American, the other simple, Italian, and endlessly versatile.

National Double Cheeseburger Day celebrates one of America's favorite indulgences, two beef patties, melted cheese, and whatever toppings make it yours. Americans consume an estimated 50 billion burgers a year, and the double cheeseburger remains one of the most requested variations at drive-throughs and backyard grills alike.

😄 Fun fact: Goat cheese is a surprisingly popular upgrade for a double cheeseburger, adding a tangy brightness that cuts through the richness of the double patties.

Ways to celebrate:

• Build your own double cheeseburger with a topping you've never tried before
• Visit a local burger spot instead of a chain for something a little different
• Invite friends over and turn it into a backyard grill-off

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National Linguine Day honors the flat, ribbon-like pasta whose name means "little tongues" in Italian. Linguine traces back nearly 400 years to Italy's Liguria region, and its delicate shape makes it a natural match for lighter, oil or cream-based sauces rather than heavy, chunky ones.

😄 Fun fact: Linguine pairs especially well with seafood like clams, shrimp, and mussels, a classic combination in coastal Italian cooking.

Ways to celebrate:

• Cook linguine al dente and toss it simply with olive oil, garlic, and parmesan
• Try a seafood linguine, clams or shrimp make an easy, elegant upgrade
• Skip the heavy red sauce today and let a lighter one shine instead

💬 Double cheeseburger or a plate of linguine, which comfort food wins your dinner tonight?

Two very different comfort foods, one shared instinct, September 15 is a good day to eat well.

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September 15 FAQ

What makes a double cheeseburger different from a regular cheeseburger?

A double cheeseburger features two beef patties and typically two slices of cheese, offering a heartier, more indulgent version of the classic single-patty cheeseburger.

Is National Double Cheeseburger Day an official holiday?

No, it's an unofficial observance, primarily recognized by food enthusiasts, restaurants, and fast-food chains across the country.

What does "linguine" mean?

Linguine means "little tongues" in Italian, describing the pasta's narrow, flattened shape.

What sauces pair best with linguine?

Because of its delicate shape, linguine works best with lighter, oil or cream-based sauces, especially seafood pairings like clams, shrimp, or mussels.

What if today is my birthday?

If you're celebrating a birthday on September 15, check out our Birthday Gift Finder for your zodiac sign, birthstone, birth flower, and gift ideas specific to your day.

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September 15 Other Celebrations

National IT Professionals Day, observed on the third Tuesday of September, honors the people who keep networks, systems, and everyday technology running smoothly behind the scenes.

National Cheese Toast Day gives cheese lovers a second reason to celebrate today, simple, melty, and endlessly comforting on its own.

International Dot Day celebrates creativity and courage, inspired by the children's book "The Dot," encouraging people of all ages to make their mark, quite literally, and see where it takes them.

National Thank You Day is a simple nudge to express genuine gratitude to someone in your life, no special occasion required.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 15? The numerology of the number 15 reduces to 6, a number associated with nurturing, responsibility, and a natural gift for creating harmony at home and among the people you care about. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone dependable in the truest sense, the person others quietly count on.

Your birthstone is sapphire, long associated with wisdom, loyalty, and clear communication. Your birth flowers are the aster, a star shaped bloom symbolizing wisdom and purity, and the morning glory, which stands for affection and a fresh start each morning it opens.

Looking for a gift that fits all three symbols at once? Sapphire blue jewelry or decor nods to the birthstone, the zodiac sign, and the deep blue purple tones asters and morning glories share in the garden. If you're drawn to crystal healing traditions, Virgo is also associated with a different set of stones, citrine, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, garnet, green aventurine, and carnelian, each believed to support different aspects of the sign's energy. You can also get the 6 stones Virgo Crystals Gift Set.

September 14 Celebrations: National Live Creative Day & National Food Is Medicine Day

Some days are made for making something with your own two hands, and some are made for remembering that what's on your plate matters just as much as anything else you do for your health. September 14 hands you both.

National Live Creative Day

National Live Creative Day exists for one simple reason: creativity doesn't need a studio, a class, or a finished product to count. Whether it's sketching, cooking something new, rearranging a room, or picking up an instrument, the day is a nudge to treat a small creative act as part of everyday life rather than something reserved for "someday."

😄 Fun fact: Studies on creative habits keep landing on the same finding, doodling during a boring meeting actually helps people focus better, not worse.

Ways to celebrate:

• Set a 20-minute timer and make something with no goal beyond making it
• Try a creative outlet you haven't touched since childhood, like coloring or clay
• Share something you made today with a friend or on social media

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National Food Is Medicine Day

Long before "food as medicine" became a modern wellness buzzword, Hippocrates was already telling people to let food be their medicine, over two thousand years ago. National Food Is Medicine Day, founded in 2023 by the Food Equality Initiative and Free From Market, revives that idea for today, spotlighting how nutrient-dense whole foods support the body's ability to prevent and manage chronic health conditions.

😄 Fun fact: Hippocrates said it over 2,400 years ago, so today's smoothie bowl trend is basically ancient wisdom with better lighting.

Ways to celebrate:

• Cook one meal today built entirely around whole, nutrient-dense ingredients
• Visit a local farmers market for fresh produce
• Share a healthy recipe with a friend or family member

💬 Tell us in the comments: what's one food you consider your personal medicine?

However you mark the day, a little creativity and a little nourishment go a long way, and so does having your paperwork in order when life takes you somewhere new.

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FAQ

What is National Live Creative Day?

It's a day that encourages people to fit one small creative act, writing, cooking, drawing, building, into their everyday routine, no finished masterpiece required.

What is National Food Is Medicine Day?

It's a day founded in 2023 to highlight the role that nutritious, whole foods play in preventing and managing chronic disease, echoing Hippocrates' ancient idea that food itself can be medicine.

What are other ways to celebrate today?

September 14 also includes National Cream-Filled Donut Day, Eat a Hoagie Day, Gobstopper Day, National Coloring Day, and National Black and White Cookie Day, see the Other Celebrations section below.

What if today is my birthday?

Lucky you, scroll down to the birthday box below for your Virgo traits, birthstone, and birth flower.

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September 14 Other Celebrations

National Cream-Filled Donut Day recognizes the pastry tradition documented in European bakeries since the 18th century, brought to America by Dutch settlers and later modernized by bakeries offering fillings from vanilla to salted caramel.

Eat a Hoagie Day honors the Philadelphia cold-cut sandwich whose name is often traced to Italian immigrant shipyard workers at Hog Island, who called their sandwiches "hoggies," later softened into "hoagie." It's a good excuse to grab lunch from a real deli counter instead of a chain.

Gobstopper Day celebrates the jawbreaker, the slow-dissolving hard candy that reveals a new color and flavor layer with every few minutes of sucking. Roald Dahl gave it pop culture immortality with the "Everlasting Gobstopper" in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, decades before the real candy version became a convenience store staple.

National Coloring Day celebrates the coloring book, not just as a kids' activity but as a genuine stress-reduction tool. The adult coloring book boom of 2015 sold more than 12 million copies in the U.S. alone, proving grown-ups needed the crayons too.

National Black and White Cookie Day honors the New York bakery classic, half vanilla icing, half chocolate icing, on a soft, cakey cookie base, a treat that predates its most famous pop culture shoutout by decades.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 13? The numerology of the number 13 often gets an unfair reputation, but it actually points to transformation, hard work, and a strong foundation built through persistence. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone who quietly puts in the work others don't see, and it shows.

Your birthstone is sapphire, long associated with wisdom, loyalty, and clear communication. Your birth flowers are the aster, a star shaped bloom symbolizing wisdom and purity, and the morning glory, which stands for affection and a fresh start each morning it opens.

Looking for a gift that fits all three symbols at once? Sapphire blue jewelry or decor nods to the birthstone, the zodiac sign, and the deep blue purple tones asters and morning glories share in the garden. If you're drawn to crystal healing traditions, Virgo is also associated with a different set of stones, citrine, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, garnet, green aventurine, and carnelian, each believed to support different aspects of the sign's energy. You can also get the 6 stones Virgo Crystals Gift Set.

September 13 Celebrations: National Grandparents Day & National Peanut Day

September 13 pairs one of the warmest family observances of the year with a simple, well-loved snack, a day for calling grandma and grandpa, and for reaching for a handful of peanuts while you're at it.

National Grandparents Day was established in 1978 when President Jimmy Carter declared the first Sunday after Labor Day a day to honor grandparents nationwide. It has since grown into the most widely observed family holiday of its kind, recognizing the love, wisdom, and stability grandparents bring to a family.

😄 Fun fact: National Grandparents Day has its own official flower, the forget-me-not, and its own official song, "A Song for Grandma and Grandpa," written by Johnny Prill.

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Ways to celebrate:

• Call or visit a grandparent and ask them to share a favorite story
• Write a letter sharing a memory you're grateful for
• If your grandparents have passed, share a fond memory of them with someone else in the family

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National Peanut Day honors the humble peanut, which despite the name isn't a true nut at all, it's a legume, related more closely to beans and lentils than to almonds or walnuts. The United States produces over 6 billion pounds of peanuts a year, with Georgia alone accounting for roughly half the national crop.

😄 Fun fact: Peanuts grow underground in pods, unlike tree nuts, which is part of why botanists classify them as a legume rather than a true nut.

Ways to celebrate:

• Snack on roasted peanuts, salted, honey roasted, or plain
• Make homemade peanut butter with just roasted peanuts and a pinch of salt
• Try a peanut-based dish from another cuisine, like Thai satay or West African groundnut stew

💬 A call to grandma or a handful of peanuts, which small comfort fits your day today?

From family stories to a humble legume with a big following, September 13 has a lot of heart packed into one day.

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September 13 FAQ

Who created National Grandparents Day?

President Jimmy Carter established it in 1978, declaring the first Sunday after Labor Day each year as National Grandparents Day.

Does National Grandparents Day have an official flower?

Yes, the forget-me-not was chosen as the official flower of National Grandparents Day.

Is a peanut really a nut?

No, despite the name, a peanut is technically a legume, growing underground in pods and more closely related to beans and lentils than to true tree nuts.

Which state produces the most peanuts in the US?

Georgia leads the country, producing roughly half of the entire national peanut crop each year.

What if today is my birthday?

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September 13 Other Celebrations

International Chocolate Day marks the birthday of Milton Hershey, born September 13, 1857, the Pennsylvania candy maker who built the first large-scale American milk chocolate operation.

Positive Thinking Day encourages a mindset shift toward optimism, a simple reminder that a positive outlook can genuinely shape how a day, or a life, unfolds.

National Hug Your Hound Day gives dog owners a reason to shower their four-legged companions with a little extra attention, affection, and maybe a treat or two.

Uncle Sam Day commemorates Sam Wilson, the real man behind the iconic Uncle Sam image, who was born on September 13, 1766.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 13? The numerology of the number 13 often gets an unfair reputation, but it actually points to transformation, hard work, and a strong foundation built through persistence. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone who quietly puts in the work others don't see, and it shows.

Your birthstone is sapphire, long associated with wisdom, loyalty, and clear communication. Your birth flowers are the aster, a star shaped bloom symbolizing wisdom and purity, and the morning glory, which stands for affection and a fresh start each morning it opens.

Looking for a gift that fits all three symbols at once? Sapphire blue jewelry or decor nods to the birthstone, the zodiac sign, and the deep blue purple tones asters and morning glories share in the garden. If you're drawn to crystal healing traditions, Virgo is also associated with a different set of stones, citrine, lapis lazuli, tiger's eye, garnet, green aventurine, and carnelian, each believed to support different aspects of the sign's energy. You can also get the 6 stones Virgo Crystals Gift Set.