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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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Sep

Teachers' Day, (TW): September 28

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Observed in China for over 2500 years and in Taiwan since 1939, Teachers' Day allows students to show their appreciation to educators through gifts and gratitude. September 10 became the official date in 1985 for China, and Taiwan celebrates September 28, the birthdate of Confucius in the Gregorian calendar. It is a day off for students and teachers in the country.

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Sep

Wool Week, Shetland: September 28 - October 4 (est)

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Shetland Wool is prized the world over for its quality and durability. Created in 2011, Shetland Wool Week is an international awareness campaign promoting the United Kingdom's wool industry, specifically the artisans that spin Shetland wool into rugged and fashionable clothing.

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Sep

Active Aging Week: September 29 - October 5

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PROMOTING WELLNESS AND VITALITY: ACTIVE AGING WEEK Active Aging Week is an annual event that celebrates the positivity of aging and encourages older adults to lead active, healthy, and engaged lives. Typically held in the first week of October, this event is designed to be inclusive, promoting the benefits of regular physical activity, social interaction, and overall wellness for people aged 50 and older, regardless of their fitness level or physical abilities. Active Aging Week was established in 2003 by the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA), a leading organization dedicated to changing how people age by promoting active, healthy lifestyles for older adults. The ICAA provides resources, guidelines, and support for organizations and communities participating in the event. THE PURPOSE OF ACTIVE AGING WEEK The primary goals of Active Aging Week are to: —Encourage Physical Activity: The week highlights the importance of staying physically active as a key component of healthy aging. It promotes activities that improve strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular health. —Promote Social Engagement: Active Aging Week emphasizes staying socially connected. It encourages older adults to participate in group activities, fostering a sense of community and reducing feelings of isolation. —Highlight Wellness Across Multiple Dimensions: The event promotes a holistic approach to aging, which includes physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. It encourages older adults to engage in activities that support their overall health and quality of life. —Combat Ageism: Active Aging Week challenges stereotypes about aging and demonstrates that older adults can lead vibrant, active lives. CELEBRATING ACTIVE AGING WEEK During Active Aging Week, community centers, retirement communities, fitness centers, healthcare providers, and local organizations organize various activities and events. These activities are designed to be accessible and enjoyable for older adults, regardless of their fitness level or physical abilities. Common events include: —Fitness Classes: Yoga, tai chi, water aerobics, and walking groups are popular activities for people of different fitness levels. —Health and Wellness Workshops: Educational sessions on nutrition, stress management, mental health, and chronic disease prevention. —Social Events: Dances, picnics, arts and crafts sessions, and group outings encourage social interaction and community building. —Educational Seminars: Talks on financial planning, technology use, and safety for older adults. —Community Volunteering: Encouraging older adults to give back to their communities through volunteer work can enhance their sense of purpose and fulfillment. Active Aging Week plays a crucial role in promoting a positive image of aging and encouraging older adults to take charge of their health and well-being. By participating in the activities offered during this week, older adults can discover new interests, make new friends, and improve their overall quality of life. The event also serves as a powerful reminder to society that aging can be a time of growth, vitality, and joy, and that active living is a key to enjoying later life to its fullest.

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Sep

Biscotti Day, Ntl: September 29

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Biscotti is an Italian cookie-like companion for tea and coffee. It originated in 15th Century Tuscany, and national Biscotti Day is an excuse to dip away and enjoy this adult treat.

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Sep

Boquerón Day (PY)(1932): September 29

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Commemorating the end of the Battle of Boquerón, September 29, 1932, Boquerón Day is a national holiday in Paraguay.

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Sep

Coffee Day, Ntl.: September 29

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We're not sure who started National Coffee Day in the United States, but it seems to have been around for at least fifteen years. There is an International Coffee Day in October as well. Throughout the United States, coffee retailers and shops often offer specials or free coffee on this day to promote it. There is no specific sponsor, but if you're going out for a cup of Joe on September 29, look for specials at your favorite stores.

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Sep

Food Loss and Waste, Intl. Day of Awareness of : September 29

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The International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste calls for the prioritization of efforts by both public and private sectors to reduce food loss and waste. This goal aligns with the more efficient use of natural resources, climate change mitigation, and enhanced food security and nutrition. Approximately 14% of global food is lost after harvest but before retail, and about 17% is wasted at the retail and consumption levels. This waste contributes 8-10% of total global greenhouse gases, contributing to climate instability and extreme weather events which negatively affect crop yields, reduce nutritional quality, cause supply chain disruptions, and threaten food security and nutrition. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, particularly SDG 12, target 12.3, calls for halving global food waste per capita at retail and consumer levels and reducing food losses along production and supply chains. With an estimated 3.1 billion people without access to a healthy diet, and about 828 million people facing hunger, the need to reduce food loss and waste is urgent. As there are only eight years left to achieve the target, the necessity of scaling up action to reduce food loss and waste is paramount. Reducing food loss and waste not only offers immediate climate benefits, but it also enhances the overall sustainability of our food systems. This transformation is crucial for ensuring better planetary and nutritional outcomes for current and future generations.

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Sep

Goose for Prosperity Day (Eat a): September 29

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September 29 is the Feast of Saint Michael and All Angels, or Michaelmas Day, a Christian religious holiday dedicated to Archangel Michael, the guardian, and protector of the people. In 15th century Europe, rent was paid to the landlord four times a year or near the seasons change. Michaelmas Day was one of those four days. It was customary for tenants to present landlords with a goose in addition to their rent payment. Michaelmas marks the end of the harvest, and if the harvest goes well, the lease will be renewed. The custom became known in secular circles as Eat a Goose for Prosperity Day.

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Sep

Grandchild's Birth Day, Attend Your: September 29

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Attend Your Grandchild's Birth Day is a day set aside each year to encourage grandparents to be a part of their grandchildren's life from the day they are born. Created by author Carolynn Bauer Zorn, writer of "Attending Your Grandchild's Birth: A Guide for Grandparents."

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Sep

Heart Day, World: September 29

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World Heart Day is organized by the World Heart Federation and seeks to raise awareness of the dangers of heart disease and how to minimize your chances of getting it. The goal of the World Heart Federation is to reduce premature deaths from cardiovascular diseases around the world by at least 25% by 2025.

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Sep

King's Birthday (AU-WA): September 29

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The King’s birthday, a national holiday in Australia. Australia is one of several constitutional monarchies that considers the English King its head of state. Most states celebrate this day in June, Western Australia celebrates in September and Queensland marks the day in October. King Charles III’s actual birthday is November 14, 1948. He ascended to the throne on September 8, 2022.

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Sep

Moon—First Quarter: September 29

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The first quarter moon occurs when the moon is one-half illuminated by the sun. Each day forward increases the amount of the moon you can see. The 1st quarter typically occurs seven days after the New Moon.

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Sep

Poisoned Blackberries Day (Michaelmas)(C): September 29

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Poisoned Blackberries Day is an anniversary marking the conquest of good over evil. According to medieval lore, blackberries symbolize lawyers and justice. But why poisoned, and does it have anything to do with lawyers? September 29 in the Gregorian Calendar is Michaelmas. During the Middle Ages, Christians celebrated with a feast with roast goose to commemorate the victory of archangel Michael over Lucifer. In the Bible, the archangel Michael battled against the devil in heaven and won. Poisoned Blackberry day marks the anniversary of the day God threw Satan out of heaven, and he landed on a thorny blackberry bush. Furious, Satan spits on the blackberries, poisoning the entire crop for a day. Spoiling the fruit was a bit of a problem. Michaelmas was the "due date" for the completion of the harvest and marked the end of the third quarter in the Christian calendar. Additional quarter-end dates include Lady Day (March 25), Midsummer (June 24), and Christmas (December 25). Michael, representing God's good, battled the devil and won, delivering justice over his evil deeds. Civically, there is an additional tie to the legal profession. Michaelmas marks the commencement of legal and university terms, and it signaled the election of public servants to the office and a time for hiring.

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Sep

Saraswati Avahan (H): September 29

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Saraswati Avahan celebrates the goddess Sarswati, responsible for knowledge in the Hindu faith. Avahan means invocation or summoning. This observance typically occurs in autumn each year. PLEASE NOTE: We use the Indian civil calendar, the official holiday calendar in India. The Hindu faith has many calendars, each specific to different regions and tribes, with dates and celebrations marked by differing positions of the sun, moon, and stars. Names of months and holidays and the corresponding dates in the Gregorian Calendar may vary widely from one calendar to the next. Determine the proper calendar before attending local events.

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