HeartwingsandFriends.com - Tasha's AstroPlanner (September)

	Holidays & Other Interesting events happening in SEPTEMBER: Holidays and Other Cool Events brought to you by Doc Dingley
	Month Long September Events: The German Oktoberfest and the Chinese August Moon festival (more correctly called the Mid-Autumn Festival) both occur in September. September is also Library Card Sign-Up Month.
	Week Long Events in September: It is the start of the academic year in many countries in the Northern Hemisphere. On the first Sunday of September, the regata storica parade is staged in Venice, as prelude to the rowing contests known as regattas Labor Day (Labour Day in Canada) is observed on the first Monday in September in the United States. In India, Teachers' Day is celebrated on September 5. The date is the birthday of the second President of India, academic philosopher Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. In Japan, Respect for the Aged Day is a national holiday celebrated on the third Monday of September. The Autumnal Equinox Day is also a national holiday. In the United States, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. Peter Brock and Steve Irwin, two prominent Australians, both died in September. In Mexico, Independence Day is celebrated September 15. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, National Heroes' Day is celebrated September 16. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, Independence Day is celebrated September 19. National Grandparents' Day takes place on the first Sunday after Labor Day in the United States and Canada . In the United States, September 11 is Patriot Day (not to be confused with Patriots Day), in remembrance of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. In the Netherlands the third Tuesday in September is known as prinsjesdag. The government presents its annual budget. The queen rides to the parliament in a gilded coach and reads the plans for the coming year to the States-general The equinox named the autumnal equinox in the northern hemisphere and the vernal or spring equinox in the southern hemisphere occurs on dates varying from 21 September to 24 September (in UTC). In the pagan wheel of the year the spring equinox is the time of Ostara and the autumn equinox is that of Mabon. In KwaZulu-Natal, king Shaka is commemorated on the last Sunday of September. Counterintuitively, the German Oktoberfest and the Chinese August Moon festival (more correctly called the Mid-Autumn Festival) both occur in September. In New Zealand , Father's Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September. In Australia, Father's Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September. In Australia, the Rugby League Grand Final is played on the last Sunday of September. In Australia, the AFL Grand Final is played on the last Saturday of September. September 1 is celebrated as the beginning of Eritrea's 30 year armed struggle for independence from Ethiopia, which began in September of 1961 and ended in May of 1991.
	Other Names For September: In Croatian, September is called Rujan, meaning red month (leaves turn red before falling). In Czech, September is called září, meaning glow or shine. In Finnish, September is called syyskuu, meaning autumn month. In Polish, September is called wrzesień, month when calluna flowers emerge. In Tigrinya and Amharic, September is called meskerem which is also the month when the yellow flowers of the same name blossom marking the beginning of the New year according to the ancient Christian orthodox calendars of Eritrea and Ethiopia as well as the start of the greatest harvest season in most parts of both countries. In Turkish, September is called Eylül, (arabian - eylûl), syriac-arabian 'aylûl' means 'Grape'. Thus the meaning might be "Grape Month". Another, more likely, possibility might be from the hebrew month Elul.
	September is the ninth month of the year in the Gregorian Calendar and one of four Gregorian months with 30 days
	In Latin, septi means "seven" and septem means "seventh"; September was in fact the seventh month of the Roman calendar until 153 BC
	September begins on the same day of the week as December, every year
	In Australia and New Zeland, Father's Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September. (September 7th 2008)
	In Venice, on the first Sunday of September the regata storica is held, a parade as prelude to the rowing contests known as regattas. (September 2nd-3rd 2008)
	Labor Day is observed on the first Monday in September in the United States and Canada (spelled Labour Day). (September 7th 2009)
	Rosh Hashanah (begins sundown) (Friday September 18th 2009)
	National Grandparents' Day takes place on the first Sunday after Labor Day in the United States and Canada. (September 13th 2009)
	Ramadan (ends sundown) (September 19th 2009) Ramadan in 2009 began on Friday, the 21st of August and continues for 30 days until Saturday, the 19th of September. Based on sightability in North America, in 2009 Ramadan will start in North America a day later - on Saturday, the 22nd of August.
	In the United States, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th to October 15th.
	In Mexico, Independence Day (Grito de Dolores) is celebrated September 15th to September 16th
	September 19th is International Talk Like A Pirate Day 'Arhhh' or as Capt Jack Sparrow says - 'Savvy ?' Some notable Audio clip quotes of Capt Jack Sparrow from the movie (Pirates of The Caribbean). ♪ The name is: 'Captain Jack Sparrow - Savvy?' ♪ Capt Jack on - 'Dishonest Men' ♪ Capt Jack on - 'The Black Pearl and Freedom' ♪ Capt Jack confuses two soldiers - 'Truth' ♪ Capt Jack asks Elizabeth - 'Why The Rum Gone?' Click here for the Pirate Speak translator.
	In Japan, Respect for the Aged Day is a national holiday celebrated annually to honor elderly citizens. Beginning in 2003 Respect for the Aged was changed to be celebrated on the third Monday of September of each year. (September 21st 2009)
	Yom Kippur (begins sundown) (Sunday September 27th 2009) and (ends sundown) (Monday September 28th 2009)
	Autumn begins (First day of Fall). The Fall Equinox named the autumnal equinox in the northern hemisphere and the vernal or spring equinox in the southern hemisphere occurs on dates varying from 22 September to 25 September (in UTC). This year it is (September 22nd 2009 5:18pm EDT) in the northern hemisphere.
	In the Netherlands the third Tuesday in September is known as prinsjesdag or the opening of the Dutch parliamentary year. The government presents its annual budget. The queen rides to the parliament in a gilded coach and reads the plans for the coming year to the Staten-general. (September 22nd 2008)
	September is also the name of a female Swedish singer, author of the dance hit song "Satellites".
	World War II started on September 1, 1939 with Adolf Hitler's invasion of Poland. It ended on September 2, 1945 with Japan's formal surrender
	September in the Northern Hemisphere is the seasonal equivalent to March in the Southern Hemisphere and vice versa
	September begins on the same day of the week as December every year
	September's flower is the aster or morning glory.
	September's birthstone is the sapphire
More:	Bizarre & Unique Holidays for (September): ThinkQuest.Org - Holiday Insights.Com - Brownie Locks

Day	Date	Astrology
Tue	1st	Call or gather with like-minded friends to plan what will benefit society.
Wed	2nd	Meetings to gather original ideas will be successful.
Thur	3rd	You could get into trouble if you drive or move too fast or speak up when you are feeling angry. Instead, plan to apply force to a stubborn problem.
Fri	4th	The Full Moon in Pisces calls us all to be compassionate and thoughtful of others. Do what you can for whomever you can and have fun in the process.
Sat	5th	Kindness to others brings its own reward, not to mention that what goes around comes around.
Sun	6th	Think about what you wish to resurrect in order to begin again with more energy.
Mon	7th	Labor Day - Mercury turns retrograde today. Any instructions must be given at least twice. Take the next three weeks to do "re" things—revise, review, respond, etc.
Tue	8th	Focus your energy and you'll get much done and be happy too.
Wed	9th	A cheerful day, good for shopping, digging in the garden or tidying up.
Thur	10th	Finish up tasks in the morning, focus on communication after Noon.
Fri	11th	Pluto turns direct and changes that have been held up will now go forward. Be mindful today as small actions could promote as big changes. Good fortune awaits those who seek it.
Sat	12th	Do errands in the morning, then later open your home to those who appreciate your hospitality.
Sun	13th	National Grandparents' Day - This is a good time to be working around the home or putting up food.
Mon	14th	Call or visit parents early, in the evening seek entertainment.
Tue	15th	The horns of a dilemma could prove an uncomfortable perch. Seek a balance between holding on and letting go.
Wed	16th	Have fun and enjoy a romance today. Practical matters are up for review in the evening.
Thur	17th	Mercury backs into Virgo and we become more practical again. Today, watch your tongue, it could get you into trouble. Original ideas are helpful unless they are too far out. Bear down on a tedious job and be rewarded.
Fri	18th	Rosh Hashanah Jewish New Year (begins sundown) - New Moon in Virgo indicates an opportunity over the next two weeks to reorganize or restructure. Today do what is necessary for your comfort.
Sat	19th	Ramadan (Ends at sundown in the Middle East/Europe but starts a day later in North America) also *International 'Talk Like A Pirate Day'* (see below)** - Visit a museum or make art. Enjoy beauty where it is found.
Sun	20th	Venus moves into Virgo signaling an emphasis on practical gifts or desires. Mental energy is high and in the evening, beauty sings in the shadows.
Mon	21st	Respect for the Aged Day in Japan - Earlier, work to heal what is broken. Later you can successfully apply your mind to an issue that needs resolving.
Tue	22nd	Autumn Begins - Fall Equinox (First Day of Fall) - Sun moves into Libra and we seek balance and equality in our lives. Today, follow the clues and solve a mystery.
Wed	23rd	Another day to mindful and watch your step. Original ideas are welcome and may be very helpful.
Thur	24th	Take a journey, whether real or imagined and enjoy the sights.
Fri	25th	Resolve an issue by readjusting your attitude. Open your heart.
Sat	26th	A good day for practical efforts and changes.
Sun	27th	Yom Kippur (begins sundown) - Today list your goals so you can get to work on them.
Mon	28th	Yom Kippur (Ends sundown) - Gather with friends for a good cause.
Tue	29th	Mercury turns direct and now you can purchase that computer, car, or other big ticket item and know it will work well for you.
Wed	30th	The month ends on a peaceful note; look back on your efforts and give yourself good marks for all you have accomplished.

Fire Signs	Earth Signs	Air Signs	Water Signs
ARIES May 21-May 19	TAURUS May 20-May 20	GEMINI May 21-June 20	CANCER June 21-July 22
LEO July 23-Aug. 22	VIRGO Aug. 23-Sept. 22	LIBRA Sept. 23-Oct. 22	SCORPIO Oct. 23-Nov. 21
SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22-Dec. 21	CAPRICORN Dec. 22-Jan. 19	AQUARIUS Jan. 20-Feb. 18	PISCES Feb. 19-May 20