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A national holiday in Ethiopia and Eritrea, True Cross Day commemorates the discovery of the actual cross of Jesus' crucifixion by the Roman Empress Helena in the 4th century.

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Sep

Voter Registration Day, Ntl: September 27

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National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday first observed in 2012. Its objective is to get the 25% of eligible voters who aren't registered to vote, registered. On the fourth Tuesday in September, volunteers across the country hit the streets and reached out to the unregistered to help them get registered ahead of the fall elections. This event is endorsed by several groups, including the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS), the National Association of State Election Directors (NASED), the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC), and the National Association of Election Officials (The Election Center).

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Sep

Banned Websites Awareness Day: September 28

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Banned Website Awareness Day raises awareness of the overly restrictive blocking of legitimate educational websites and academically useful social networking tools in schools and school libraries. On the Wednesday of Banned Books Week, school librarians and other educators promote awareness of how overly restrictive filtering affects student learning.

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Sep

Beer Day, National Drink: September 28

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National Drink Beer Day likely started as a fraternity joke during the last week in September, a week historically known on campus as "pledge week." However or whenever it started, it is an excuse to break out the suds and enjoy the day.

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Sep

Cabrillo Day (US-CA)(1542): September 28

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On September 28, 1542, Portuguese explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo first set eyes on what would become the State of California in the United States. He would die in California just three and a half months later.

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Sep

Confucius Day (551BC): September 28

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Confucius Day marks the birth of Confucius on September 28, 551 BC. Confucius was a Chinese teacher, editor, politician, and philosopher who lived during the Spring and Autumn eras in Chinese history until 479 BC. His philosophy emphasized personal and political morality, correctness, justice, and sincerity, known as Confucianism. He amassed an impressive number of followers when alive and to this day. He is credited as an author and editor of many classic Chinese texts, including the Five Classics.

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Sep

Fish Tank Floor Show Night: September 28

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Fish Tank Floorshow Night: “All year, the fish and other tank residents must stay under the spotlight and keep us entertained. Well, turnabout is fair play. Gather family and friends ‘round the aquarium and dance and sing. Try La Mer, Sea Of Love, or even Swan Lake.” - Wellcat.com

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Sep

Fitness Day (UK): September 28

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The United Kingdom encourages people each year to get out and make physical fitness a part of their life and lifestyle with Fitness Day UK. Occurring on the final Wednesday in September, this is the largest fitness event in the nation held each year.

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Sep

Good Neighbor Day, Ntl.: September 28

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Good Neighbor Day is a national celebration, first held in 1976 when President Gerald R. Ford declared it. Good Neighbor Day honors the neighboring spirit that helped build the thirteen original colonies of the United States and united them with a single purpose. Good Neighbor Day exemplifies the American spirit.

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Sep

Information, Intl. Day for Universal Access to: September 28

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Excerpt from the UNESCO Concept Note for 2020 on "Why Access to Information Matters": "The growing number of Right to Information constitutional, statutory and/or policy guarantees in recent years shows that information has become an important area of policy. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the plan of action adopted by all UN Member States to protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone, recognizes public access to information within Goal 16 that covers the need to promote peaceful and inclusive societies (target 16.10). UNESCO is the UN designated agency tasked to monitor progress in this area, through indicator 16.10.2 on the number of countries that adopt and implement constitutional development and a key dimension for the implementation of these policies." First held in 2016- https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/cn_iduai_2020.pdf.

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Sep

Milk, World School Milk Day: September 28

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World School Milk Day occurs on the last Wednesday in September, a school day in most countries. Countries worldwide celebrate World School Milk day to celebrate the health benefits of school milk programs.

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Sep

Neighbor Day, Intl.: September 28

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From the champion, Nextdoor: "What's one small thing a neighbor did for you this week? If there's anything we've learned in our years of neighboring at Nextdoor, it's that neighborhoods are built on small, simple actions: The coffee shop owner who greets you by name every morning. The stranger who lets you go first in line at the pharmacy. The neighbor who waves from across the street. We want to hear more about the simple things you and others do to play a part in your neighborhood. Submit a story about a neighbor who inspires you, and we'll share some favorites and recognize them on National Neighbor Day, September 28th. We've seen the power neighborhoods have when we tap into them — especially in unprecedented times like these. We've been moved by the change that can come from the smallest neighborly gestures. It's why we're declaring September as Neighbor Month. It's a time to celebrate how neighbors have come together, in ways big and small, as so many have faced difficult challenges this year. Neighbors coming together also inspired Nextdoor's new look, which reminds us how powerful a simple wave can be. Here are a few neighbors who have inspired us recently: The neighbor in Madrid, Spain who created a Nextdoor group for others who were quarantined alone and quickly found 227 kindred spirits to keep him company virtually. The California grocery store owner who saw local volunteers sign up to help manage social distancing in line to keep his business open during the pandemic. The British woman who offered to make home cooked meals for neighbors in need and soon found herself delivering 150 dinners a week with the help of others nearby. As part of Neighbor Month, Nextdoor is also kicking off a series of conversations about the future of neighborhoods — and how gestures that start small can lead to big change. Stay tuned for details on how to participate here. https://nextdoorstory.com We look forward to hearing more about how you and your neighbors find simple ways to come together. Thank you for taking the time to make your neighborhood better." Sarah Friar, Nextdoor CEO

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Sep

Rabies Day, World (1895): September 28

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World Rabies Day raises awareness of rabies and its prevention. The event occurs on the anniversary of the death of Louis Pasteur (December 27, 1822 - September 28, 1895), the developer of the first rabies vaccine. Sponsored by the Center of Disease Control (CDC) and Alliance for Rabies Control (ARC) in 2007 and endorsed by many international human and veterinary institutions worldwide. World Rabies Day encourages pet owners and outdoor enthusiasts to learn how to prevent rabies infections. Vaccinations are a critical component of disease prevention. Rabies vaccines are not one and done. They require boosters every three years in cats and dogs.

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Sep

Safe Abortion Day, Intl: September 28

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International Save Abortion Day on September 28 has been a regional campaign for decriminalizing abortion in Latin America and the Caribbean for over twenty years before being taken on by SRHR activists in 2011. The campaign was formerly known as the Global Day of Action for Access to Safe and Legal Abortion. As of 2022, the fight for the decriminalization of abortion includes the United States. In June of 2022, the Supreme Court ruled states can make their laws without regard to the US constitution. Over a dozen states have made abortion a crime, dissolving fifty years of a woman's right to choose.

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Sep

Strawberry Cream Pie Day, Ntl.: September 28

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National Strawberry Cream Pie Day honors strawberry cream pie. This delightful open-face pie includes a crust filled with fresh strawberries in gelatin syrup, topped with whipped cream. Bon Appetit!

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