September

Aug – September – Oct
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September is the ninth month of the year in the Gregorian Calendar, with 30 days. The name comes from the Latin septem, for "seven" -- September was originally the seventh month of the year, before January and February were inserted.

• In Greek civilization, September was called Boedromion.
• In the Irish Calendar the month is called Meán Fómhair (literally "Middle of Autumn") and is the middle month of the Autumn season.

Holidays

• In Canada and the United States, Labo(u)r Day is observed on the first Monday in September.
• In Japan, Respect for the Aged Day is a national holiday celebrated on the third Monday of September. Autumnal Equinox Day is also a national holiday.

Trivia

• September begins on the same day of the week as December every year.

• September's flower is the morning glory.
• September's birthstone is the sapphire.

See also

• Historical anniversaries

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