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 5th 2010)
	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 5th-6th 2010)
	Labor Day is observed on the first Monday in September in the United States and Canada (spelled Labour Day). (September 6th 2010)
	Rosh Hashanah (begins sundown) (Wednesday September 8th 2010)
	National Grandparents' Day takes place on the first Sunday after Labor Day in the United States and Canada. (September 12th 2009)
	Ramadan (ends sundown) (September 9th 2010) Ramadan in 2010 began on Wednesday, the 11th of August and continues for 30 days until Saturday, the 9th of September. Based on sightability in North America, in 2010 Ramadan will start in North America a day later - on Saturday, the 12th 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 20th 2010)
	Yom Kippur (begins sundown) (Friday September 17th 2010) and (ends sundown) (Saturday September 18th 2010)
	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 2010 11:09pm 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
Wed	1st	Chatty Gemini Moon says to communicate with those you haven't lately and have some fun.
Thur	2nd	Communication is featured again today, as is listening to music. Whistle while you work.
Fri	3rd	Loving Cancer Moon says put your arms around your loved ones. You'll be glad you did, and so will they.
Sat	4th	Review your choices in a positive light and give thanks for who you are and what you are given.
Sun	5th	Charming Leo Moon says to be as romantic as you like and take a chance on love.
Mon	6th	Labor Day - You can play with a child or play like one, either way you will have fun.
Tue	7th	Industrious Virgo Moon says to make a list and check it off as you do what needs doing.
Wed	8th	Rosh Hashanah Jewish New Year (begins sundown) - New Moon in Virgo says to make plans to improve your health and well being for the next twelve months. Venus into Scorpio suggests passionate reflections.
Thur	9th	Ramadan (Ends at sundown in the Middle East/Europe but starts a day later in North America) - Gracious Libra Moon says to seek balance, meanwhile Jupiter moves into Pisces, stimulating compassionate giving and spiritual expansion. Jupiter is at its holiest in this sign, being one of its essences along with Neptune.
Fri	10th	Relax after yesterday's excitement, come back to your center and balance.
Sat	11th	Intense Scorpio Moon says to pursue passionately whatever you desire.
Sun	12th	National Grandparents' Day - Yay!!! Mercury turns direct today. All systems are go, go, go! Be creative in new ways.
Mon	13th	Kindly Sagittarius Moon says to be generous with those who deserve it. Make reservations for trips, business or vacation today.
Tue	14th	Pluto goes direct; this could be a high impact day. Mars moves into Scorpio and there's some digging to do, as well as metaphorical surgery.
Wed	15th	Ambitious Capricorn Moon says to stick to business and act responsibly. The day could be somewhat intense.
Thur	16th	An excellent day to set goals and assess your current needs so that you can find ways to improve.
Fri	17th	Yom Kippur (begins sundown) - This is one of those nice days when if you stick to business life goes very smoothly.
Sat	18th	Yom Kippur (Ends sundown) - Quirky Aquarius Moon says to expect the unexpected. This may be the most exciting day this month, with some unexpected news or unplanned activity.
Sun	19th	*International 'Talk Like A Pirate Day'* (see below)** - Plan for an unstructured day and see what turns up.
Mon	20th	Respect for the Aged Day in Japan - Compassionate Pisces Moon says to be of help to those in need.
Tue	21st	Indecisiveness is paramount. Postpone what is not vital and relax as much as you can.
Wed	22nd	Autumn Begins - Fall Equinox (First Day of Fall) - It's officially fall. The Sun in Libra indicates a time beginning now to focus energy on balance, legal matters, and partnerships.
Thur	23rd	Innovative Aries Moon is also full, energy is high, celebrations now and over the next several days are featured. Plan a feast.
Fri	24th	Building is featured today. Apply energy to begin whatever you need to be doing.
Sat	25th	Caveat: be careful around sharp tools, keep your eye and your hand on your wallet. Potential: Use this energy to deal with something difficult and transform it—stumbling blocks to stepping stones.
Sun	26th	Earthy Taurus Moon says to enjoy shopping, whether for food or clothes, or play in your garden while you can.
Mon	27th	Good focus accomplishes much today.
Tue	28th	Restless Gemini Moon says to get errands done, return phone calls, and get caught up on email.
Wed	29th	Make sure your car is in good shape. Attend to any small repairs it needs or give it a good cleaning.
Thur	30th	Emotional Cancer Moon says to cherish loved ones. In addition, this is an important day to solidify structure or create it.

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