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?

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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?

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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?

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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.

September 12 Celebrations: National Video Games Day & National Hug & High 5 Day

September 12 pairs a screen-lit challenge with an old-fashioned, hands-on kind of connection, one day, two very different ways to feel good.

National Video Games Day celebrates the ways video games have grown from a niche hobby into one of the most shared forms of entertainment on the planet, spanning generations, consoles, and genres, from quick mobile puzzles to sprawling open-world adventures.

😄 Fun fact: Minecraft has sold over 300 million copies worldwide, making it the best-selling video game of all time.

Ways to celebrate:

• Revisit a childhood favorite game you haven't played in years
• Try a genre you've never touched before, puzzle, strategy, or otherwise
• Host a small game night with friends or family, retro or modern, either works

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National Hug & High 5 Day celebrates two of the simplest, most free ways to make someone feel appreciated, a hug and a high five. Small gestures, real impact.

😄 Fun fact: A simple hug triggers a release of oxytocin, the same hormone linked to trust and bonding, which is part of why a good hug genuinely makes people feel better.

Ways to celebrate:

• Give a genuine hug to someone who could use one today
• Hand out high fives freely, at work, at home, wherever feels right
• Pass the gesture forward, encourage someone else to do the same for another person

💬 Game night or a good hug, which kind of connection are you after today?

From a favorite game to a warm hug, September 12 is a reminder that connection comes in more than one form.

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September 12 FAQ

Why is September 12 National Video Games Day?

The day recognizes video games as a widely shared form of entertainment and challenge, spanning consoles, genres, and generations of players.

What's the best-selling video game of all time?

Minecraft holds that title, having sold over 300 million copies worldwide.

Where did National Hug & High 5 Day come from?

It's an informal observance built around two of the simplest, most universal gestures of appreciation, a hug and a high five, both free and instantly understood.

Is there real science behind why hugs feel good?

Yes, a hug triggers a release of oxytocin, the same hormone associated with trust and bonding, which helps explain the genuine mood lift a good hug can bring.

What if today is my birthday?

If you're celebrating a birthday on September 12, 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 12 Other Celebrations

National Day of Encouragement is dedicated to lifting people up with words that cost nothing but can mean everything, a note of appreciation, a timely word of support, or simple recognition of a job well done.

National Chocolate Milkshake Day gives ice cream lovers a reason to blend up a thick, cold, classic treat, simple, nostalgic, and universally loved.

National Just One Human Family Day encourages a moment of reflection on humanity as a single, connected family sharing one planet.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 12? The numerology of the number 12 reduces to 3, a number tied to creativity, communication, and a natural sociability. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone who's thoughtful and warm at the same time, a rare and genuinely likable combination.

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.

September 23 Celebrations: National Snack Stick Day & National Great American Pot Pie Day

September 23 pairs a grab-and-go protein snack with a warm, comforting classic straight out of the oven, and it marks the first day of fall in the US, while the same date marks the first day of spring in Brazil.

National Snack Stick Day celebrates the portable, protein-packed smoked meat stick that ends up in lunchboxes, gym bags, and desk drawers everywhere. The holiday was created in 2016 by the Klement Sausage Company of Milwaukee, but the snack stick itself descends from a much older tradition, smoking and aging meat as a way to preserve it long before refrigeration existed.

😄 Fun fact: Snack sticks come in flavors ranging from classic beef to honey barbecue, jalapeno, and teriyaki, plenty of room for a taste test showdown with friends.

Ways to celebrate:

• Stock your bag, car, or desk drawer with a few snack sticks for the week ahead
• Host a taste test with a few different flavors and crown a favorite
• Pack one for your next hike or gym session as an easy protein boost

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National Great American Pot Pie Day honors the flaky, savory, all-American comfort food. The day was created in 2002 by Marie Callender's, and while it was originally meant to land on the first day of fall each year, September 23 stuck as its permanent date even in years when the equinox shifts slightly.

😄 Fun fact: Pot pie's name comes from the pot it was traditionally baked in, long before the individual flaky pastry version became the norm.

Ways to celebrate:

• Bake a classic pot pie from scratch, or pick one up frozen for an easy night in
• Try a new filling combination beyond the usual chicken and vegetable mix
• Host a small pot pie night where everyone brings their own version to share

💬 Grab-and-go snack stick or a slow, warm pot pie, which pace are you setting for the first day of fall?

From a quick protein bite to a slow-baked comfort meal, September 23 gives fall a proper welcome.

🎵 The sound behind this post

Since today's post pairs a US celebration with a Brazilian one, we scored it with an original instrumental track built the same way, blending Brazilian bossa nova rhythm and nylon-string guitar with a quiet thread of American acoustic folk underneath. No forced mashup, just two traditions sitting comfortably in the same song, the same way fall in the US and spring in Brazil share the exact same date. Give "Amanhã no Samba" a listen here.

Está lendo em português? Confira nossa edição em português e veja como é o dia 23 de setembro no Brasil, onde é o primeiro dia da primavera.

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September 23 FAQ

Who created National Snack Stick Day?

Klement Sausage Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin created the holiday in 2016 to celebrate the portable, protein-packed smoked meat sticks found in lunchboxes and gym bags.

What's in a traditional snack stick?

Most snack sticks are made from beef or pork and descend from the older tradition of smoking and aging meat to preserve it before refrigeration existed.

Who started National Great American Pot Pie Day?

Marie Callender's, a company known for frozen pot pies, created the day in 2002, originally intending it to fall on the first day of autumn each year.

Why is pot pie called "pot" pie?

The name comes from the pot it was traditionally baked in, well before the now-familiar individual flaky pastry version became standard.

What if today is my birthday?

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September 23 Other Celebrations

National Checkers Day honors the simple, strategic board game that's been a household staple for generations, easy to learn, endlessly replayable, and a good excuse to challenge a family member to a rematch.

Innergize Day falls the day after the Autumnal Equinox, offering a gentle nudge to slow down and recharge as the seasons shift, a quiet counterpart to the two food-focused celebrations of the day.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 23? You're the very first Libra of the season, and the numerology of the number 23 points to adaptability, charm, and a natural gift for bringing people together. Paired with Libra's diplomatic, harmony-seeking nature, you get someone who reads a room well and genuinely enjoys smoothing things over.

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.

As the first Libra sign of the month, your zodiac stone shifts too. Opal is Libra's primary stone, prized for its shifting play of color, a fitting match for a sign known for seeing every side of a situation. Lapis lazuli, peridot, and pink tourmaline are also associated with Libra as secondary stones, each offering a different accent for those drawn to the sign's balance-seeking, beauty-loving nature.

23 de setembro. Celebrações: Dia do Sorvete e Dia dos Filhos

Enquanto o hemisfério norte entra no outono, o dia 23 de setembro marca o início da primavera no Brasil, e o calendário brasileiro comemora essa mudança de estação com duas datas bem diferentes entre si: uma dedicada ao doce gelado que ganha força com o calor que se aproxima, e outra dedicada a quem mais importa em casa, os filhos.

O Dia do Sorvete foi criado pela Associação Brasileira das Indústrias e do Setor de Sorvetes (ABIS) para celebrar essa sobremesa gelada logo no início da primavera, justamente quando as temperaturas começam a subir e o consumo de sorvete cresce em todo o país. Embora o Brasil seja um país tropical, o brasileiro ocupa apenas o 12º lugar no ranking mundial de consumo de sorvete, uma curiosidade que surpreende muita gente.

😄 Curiosidade: O sorvete surgiu há mais de 4 mil anos na China, feito de uma mistura de leite, arroz e neve, algo parecido com um granizado dos dias de hoje.

Formas de comemorar:

• Experimente um sabor de sorvete que você nunca provou antes
• Reúna a família para uma tarde de sorvete em casa
• Visite uma sorveteria local e apoie o comércio da sua região

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O Dia dos Filhos, celebrado no Brasil por influência da tradição portuguesa, é uma data para valorizar os momentos que passamos com nossos filhos, expressando amor, apoio e gratidão. Embora não seja um feriado oficial, a data vem ganhando espaço nos calendários das famílias brasileiras nos últimos anos.

😄 Curiosidade: Além de Portugal e do Brasil, outros países têm suas próprias datas dedicadas aos filhos, os Estados Unidos celebram em agosto, e a Coreia do Sul tem sua própria tradição no calendário lunar.

Formas de comemorar:

• Reserve um tempo de qualidade com seus filhos, sem celular por perto
• Escreva um bilhete ou mensagem contando o quanto eles são importantes
• Crie uma pequena tradição familiar para repetir todos os anos nessa data

💬 Sorvete para comemorar a primavera ou um momento especial com os filhos, qual dos dois combina mais com o seu dia hoje?

Do doce gelado que anuncia dias mais quentes ao carinho que fortalece os laços de família, o dia 23 de setembro tem um pouco de tudo.

🎵 A trilha sonora deste post

Já que o post de hoje une uma celebração americana a uma brasileira, criamos uma trilha instrumental original seguindo a mesma ideia, misturando o ritmo da bossa nova brasileira e o violão de cordas de náilon a um leve toque de folk acústico americano ao fundo. Nada de mistura forçada, apenas duas tradições convivendo bem na mesma música, assim como o outono nos Estados Unidos e a primavera no Brasil dividem exatamente a mesma data. Ouça "Amanhã no Samba" aqui.

Reading this in English? Check out our English edition to see how September 23 looks in the United States, where it's the first day of fall.

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Perguntas frequentes de 23 de setembro

Quem criou o Dia do Sorvete no Brasil?

A data foi criada pela Associação Brasileira das Indústrias e do Setor de Sorvetes (ABIS), justamente no início da primavera, período em que o consumo de sorvete começa a crescer no país.

De onde vem o Dia dos Filhos?

A data tem origem na tradição portuguesa e vem se popularizando no Brasil nos últimos anos como uma oportunidade de valorizar o tempo com os filhos.

Por que o dia 23 de setembro marca o início da primavera no Brasil?

O equinócio de primavera acontece todos os anos entre 22 e 23 de setembro no hemisfério sul, quando o dia e a noite têm praticamente a mesma duração.

O Dia dos Filhos é feriado no Brasil?

Não, não é um feriado oficial, mas é uma data que vem sendo cada vez mais celebrada em família, especialmente em calendários comemorativos e comerciais.

🎂 Se hoje é o seu aniversário

Nasceu em 23 de setembro? Você é o primeiro signo de Libra da temporada, e a numerologia do número 23 aponta para adaptabilidade, charme e um talento natural para unir as pessoas. Combinado com a natureza diplomática e equilibrada de Libra, o resultado é alguém que sabe ler o ambiente ao redor e genuinamente gosta de suavizar situações difíceis.

Sua pedra do mês é a safira, associada há muito tempo à sabedoria, lealdade e clareza na comunicação. Suas flores do mês são o áster, uma flor em formato de estrela que simboliza sabedoria e pureza, e a corriola, que representa afeto e um novo começo a cada manhã em que se abre.

Como o primeiro signo de Libra do mês, a sua pedra do zodíaco muda também. A opala é a pedra principal de Libra, valorizada pelo seu jogo de cores em constante movimento, um reflexo perfeito de um signo conhecido por enxergar todos os lados de uma situação. Lápis-lazúli, peridoto e turmalina rosa também são associados a Libra como pedras secundárias, cada uma trazendo um toque diferente para quem se identifica com o lado equilibrado e amante da beleza do signo.

September 11 Celebrations: National Hot Cross Bun Day & National Make Your Bed Day

September 11 Celebrations: National Hot Cross Bun Day & National Make Your Bed Day

September 11 carries real weight in the United States as a day of remembrance, and we hold that with quiet respect. Alongside it, two small, everyday observances give us something gentle to mark today too, a warm spiced bun and the simple habit of starting the day with a made bed.

National Hot Cross Bun Day celebrates the soft, spiced bun marked with its signature cross, a treat with roots tracing back to at least the 12th century. Traditionally associated with the end of Lent in many historically Christian countries, hot cross buns have long since become a year round favorite for their warm cinnamon and nutmeg flavor and the currants or raisins baked right into the dough.

😄 Fun fact: Old English folklore claimed a hot cross bun baked on Good Friday would never spoil or grow mold, a superstition some households took seriously enough to keep one on a shelf all year.

Ways to celebrate:

• Bake a batch of hot cross buns from scratch or pick some up fresh
• Toast one with butter and a hot cup of coffee or tea
• Share one with a neighbor or coworker, an old tradition says it strengthens friendship

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National Make Your Bed Day is a nudge toward one of the smallest habits with an outsized reputation, tidying the bed right after getting up. It's a tiny task, but plenty of productivity experts point to it as an easy first win that can set a calmer, more organized tone for the rest of the day.

😄 Fun fact: Retired Navy Admiral William H. McRaven's commencement speech about making your bed every morning became one of the most widely shared graduation talks of all time.

Ways to celebrate:

• Make your bed first thing tomorrow morning and notice how the room feels
• Swap in fresh sheets or a new throw pillow to make the habit feel worth keeping
• Challenge a family member or roommate to keep the streak going all week

💬 A warm bun or a tidy bed, which small comfort are you starting with today?

Two small, steady habits, one from the kitchen and one from the bedroom, September 11 gives us both.

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September 11 FAQ

Where do hot cross buns come from?

Hot cross buns trace back to at least the 12th century, with a common legend crediting an English monk who marked buns with a cross in honor of Good Friday.

What does the cross on a hot cross bun represent?

The cross, usually made from icing or a flour paste, symbolizes the crucifixion, while the warm spices in the dough are traditionally said to represent embalming spices.

Why does making your bed matter so much?

It's a small, quick habit that many productivity experts point to as an easy first accomplishment of the day, one that can set a calmer, more organized tone for everything that follows.

Who popularized "make your bed" as life advice?

Retired Navy Admiral William H. McRaven's commencement speech built entirely around the habit became one of the most widely shared graduation talks in recent memory.

What if today is my birthday?

If you're celebrating a birthday on September 11, 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 11 Other Celebrations

Libraries Remember Day highlights the quiet, steady role libraries play in their communities, as places of learning, gathering, and shared resources for everyone who walks through the door.

No News Is Good News Day is a gentle invitation to step away from the constant scroll of headlines for a day and give your attention to the smaller, calmer parts of life closer to home.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 11? You share the day with a Virgo sun sign, and the numerology of the number 11 is considered a master number, tied to heightened intuition, insight, and a strong pull toward helping others see things more clearly. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone perceptive and grounded at the same time.

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.

September 10 Celebrations: National TV Dinner Day & National Swap Ideas Day

September 10 Celebrations: National TV Dinner Day & National Swap Ideas Day

September 10 pairs a nostalgic dinner tray with a nudge to share what's in your head. National TV Dinner Day celebrates the frozen meal that changed weeknight dinners forever, while National Swap Ideas Day is a simple invitation to trade thoughts with someone else and see what comes back.

National TV Dinner Day honors the prepackaged frozen meal first mass produced by Swanson & Sons in 1954. The story goes that a miscalculation left the company with 260 tons of unsold Thanksgiving turkey sitting in refrigerated rail cars, and repackaging it into individual frozen trays turned a surplus problem into an entirely new industry.

😄 Fun fact: The name "TV dinner" stuck partly because the original packaging was styled to look like a television screen, aluminum bezel and all.

Ways to celebrate:

• Pick up a classic frozen dinner and eat it in front of the TV, just like the original ads intended
• Compare a few brands and crown your own favorite
• Swap stories with family about the frozen meals you grew up on

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National Swap Ideas Day encourages people to share a creative or helpful idea with someone else and trade it for one of theirs in return. It's less about having the perfect answer and more about the exchange itself, a small act of intellectual generosity that can lead somewhere neither person expected.

😄 Fun fact: Some of history's most useful ideas started as a passing thought traded between two people who weren't even trying to solve the same problem.

Ways to celebrate:

• Trade a favorite recipe, book, or productivity trick with a coworker or friend
• Ask someone outside your usual circle how they handle a problem you're stuck on
• Start a running notes list of ideas worth passing along

💬 Reheating a classic or trading a fresh idea, which one's calling your name today?

From a frozen dinner tray to a freely traded idea, September 10 is a day for small, easy exchanges.

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September 10 FAQ

Who invented the TV dinner?

Swanson & Sons is widely credited with mass producing the first TV dinner in 1954, turning a surplus of frozen Thanksgiving turkey into a new category of convenience food.

Why is it called a "TV dinner"?

The original packaging was designed to resemble a television screen, and the meals were marketed as something you could eat while watching TV, which is where the name came from.

What's the point of National Swap Ideas Day?

It's an informal observance encouraging people to trade a creative or helpful idea with someone else, treating the exchange itself as the goal rather than any single "right" answer.

Is National Swap Ideas Day tied to any organization?

It's a grassroots-style observance rather than one run by a single organization, which is part of why it's celebrated informally, through conversations rather than events.

What if today is my birthday?

If you're celebrating a birthday on September 10, 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 10 Other Celebrations

National School Picture Day, observed on the second Thursday of September, is a nod to the annual tradition of the formal school portrait, the photo every student sits for once a year, awkward smiles and all.

Gibraltar National Day marks September 10, 1967, when Gibraltar held its first sovereignty referendum, with 99.6 percent of voters choosing to remain a British Overseas Territory, a result Spain has disputed ever since.

St. George's Caye Day is a national holiday in Belize marking the 1798 Battle of St. George's Caye, when a coalition of Baymen and enslaved Africans successfully defended the settlement against a Spanish naval force.

🎂 If Your Birthday Is Today

Born on September 10? You share the day with a Virgo sun sign, and the numerology of the number 10 points to new beginnings, quiet leadership, and a fresh cycle starting up. Paired with Virgo's practical, detail-oriented streak, you get someone who plans carefully before stepping into something new.

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.