Labor Day, Back-to-School, Fall ... September is Here

Debbie’s Daily Dose of Food for Thought

"By all these lovely tokens
September days are here,
With summer’s best of weather
And autumn’s best of cheer."
- Helen Hunt Jackson, September

It’s time for cleaning-up after Irene, getting back to school, and learning a few fun facts about September.

Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day has been celebrated on the first Monday of September since the late 1800’s. It was originally a day to recognize American workers but has become a paid day off and signifies the end of summer and the beginning of a new school year for most people. Will you be partying?

School Start Dates

Due to Irene, power outages and clean-up, North Haven public schools will open after Labor Day on September 6.

Full Moon

The full moon this month will fall on Monday, Sept. 12. According to EarthSky, this is the Harvest Moon of 2011 because it is closest to the September equinox. In the past, farmers would stay out late harvesting crops by the light of the harvest moon.

Change of Seasons

Fall officially starts on Sept. 23 this year so summer remains with us for a few more weeks! Enjoy the weather and spend as much time outside as you can.

Did You Know?

• The U.S. Treasury Department was established in September 1789.
• “Mary Had a Little Lamb” was first published Sept. 1, 1830.
• The Beatles recorded their first single hit, “Love Me Do,” Sept. 4, 1962.
• Google will be 13 years-old this month!