September means summer is ending and fall has arrived. It means kids are back at school ... or will be soon! But those aren't the only reasons to mark this month. Here are 10 holidays and events your family can recognize in September:
World Coconut Day ~ September 2
Celebrate World Coconut Day with these Toasted Coconut and Caramel Apple Nachos the whole family will enjoy.
National Cheese Pizza and Pepperoni Pizza Days ~ September 5 and September 20
What? Two days to celebrate pizza this month? Why not?!? Celebrate National Cheese Pizza Day first, and then a few weeks later mark National Pepperoni Pizza Day. The kids will love you! Try a new (to you) pizza place or grill your own to celebrate.
National Read a Book Day ~ September 6
Make some time to read. Read something you love and read with the kids. Share that joy of reading with them not just today — but every day. Need ideas? We've got TONS of suggestions!
National Grandparents Day ~ September 8
The second Sunday of September celebrates the special relationship between our children and our parents. If the grandparents are local, spend some bonding time together. If they aren't local, plan ahead and send a handmade card and some recent photos of the kids.
National Day of Service and Remembrance ~ September 11
September 11 is a day to reflect on the devastating 2001 attacks that changed our country so much, remember those we lost, and give thanks to the first responders. One of the ways we can honor this day is to serve our community. Visit volunteerconnectdc.org to find local opportunities.
National Cheeseburger Day ~ September 18
Macaroni Kid EATS! compiled a list of 25 great burger joints around the country to bite into the American classic. Three Colorado restaurants made this list! Where is your favorite spot to enjoy a cheeseburger?
International Talk Like a Pirate Day ~ September 19
Ahoy, Matey! Have some fun and talk like a pirate today. If you want to REALLY get into the spirit, we've got 10 Ways to Celebrate!
First Day of Fall ~ September 23
As summer slips away into fall and days get shorter, enjoy the cooler fall weather. Here are 7 Unique Ways to See Colorado's Fall Foliage.
National Comic Book Day ~ September 25
Comic books first originated in the United States in the 1930s. Celebrate National Comic Book Day with a visit to the local comic book store.
Macaroni Kid Act of Kindness Week ~ September 28–October 5
Macaroni Kid publishers across the United States and Canada will be spreading kindnesses throughout their communities this week, in ways both big and small. Won't you join us in spreading joy? Show us by using hashtag #MKAOKWeek.
