09/01/2025
There are flowers enough in the summertime,
More flowers than I can remember—
But none with the purple, gold, and red
That dye the flowers of September!
—Mary Howitt (1799-1888)
September, in Old England, was called Haervest-monath (Harvest Month). This is the time to gather up the rest of the harvest and prepare for the winter months.
September is National Happy Cat Month
September 1: Labor Day. Canadians also observe Labour Day.
September 2 starts Rosh Hashanah, a Jewish new year.
September 7 is Grandparents Day this year
September 11 is Patriot Day, honoring those who died on 9/11
September 11: National Hug Your Hound Day
September 13: Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day
September 20: Beginning of the NHL preseason
September 21 is recognized as the International Day of Peace
September 22: Autumnal Equinox occurs at 2:19p EDT
The autumn festival occurs during the full Moon nearest the fall equinox, which is traditionally said to be the brightest and roundest. Families and friends celebrate into the evening to give thanks for the harvest and for being together. The full moon, the Corn Moon, reaches peak illumination on Sunday, September 7, at 2:09pm EST.
September’s zodiac signs are Virgo (Aug. 23–Sept. 22) and Libra (Sept. 23–Oct. 22). Virgos are logical, practical, and systematic in their approach to life whereas Libras are renowned for their captivating charm, quality elegance, and diplomatic spirit.
September’s birth flowers are the aster and the morning glory. The aster signifies powerful love. The morning glory symbolizes affection.
The birthstone for the ninth month is the sapphire, which are thought to encourage divine wisdom and protection. They symbolize purity, truth, trust, and loyalty. They’re the second-hardest natural gemstones, with only the diamond being harder.