On This Day September 23rd

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September 23rd is the 266th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 99 days remain until the end of the year.

Events

1338 – The Battle of Arnemuiden, in which a French force defeats the English, is the first naval battle of the Hundred Years' War and the first naval battle in which gunpowder artillery is used.

1779 – American Revolution: John Paul Jones, naval commander of the United States, on board the USS Bonhomme Richard, wins the Battle of Flamborough Head.

1846 – Astronomers Urbain Le Verrier, John Couch Adams, and Johann Gottfried Galle collaborated on Neptune's discovery.

1884 – On the night of 23-24 September, the steamship Arctique runs aground near Cape Virgenes, leading to the discovery of nearby placer gold, beginning the Tierra del Fuego gold rush.

1905 – Norway and Sweden signed the Karlstad Treaty, peacefully dissolving the Union between the two countries.

1905 – Norway and Sweden signed the Karlstad Treaty, peacefully dissolving the Union between the two countries.

2004 – Over 3,000 people died in Haiti after Hurricane Jeanne produced massive flooding and mudslides.


Birthdays

 63 BC – Augustus, Roman emperor (d. 14 AD)

1642 – Giovanni Maria Bononcini, Italian violinist and composer (d. 1678)

1740 – Empress Go-Sakuramachi of Japan (d. 1813)

1756 – John Loudon McAdam, Scottish engineer (d. 1836)

1838 – Victoria Woodhull, American journalist and activist (d. 1927)

1852 – William Stewart Halsted, American physician and surgeon (d. 1922)

1867 – John Lomax, American teacher, musicologist, and folklorist (d. 1948)

1889 – Walter Lippmann, American journalist and publisher, co-founded The New Republic (d. 1974)

1913 – Carl-Henning Pedersen, Danish painter and sculptor (d. 2007)

1926 – John Coltrane, American saxophonist and composer (d. 1967)

1943 – Marty Schottenheimer, American football player and coach (d. 2021)

1949 – Bruce Springsteen, American singer-songwriter and guitarist

1978 – Anthony Mackie, American actor



Holidays and Observance

First Day of Autumn ( Not Florida; we have three more months of summer)

As autumn's chill tugs at the warmth of summer, the fall equinox emerges, a serene moment when day and night share equal footing. It's a time to bask in the delightful traditions and tasks that make this season so enchanting.

Communities come alive with harvest festivals, where laughter, feasting, and music celebrate the season's abundance. The aroma of freshly picked apples and the joy of homemade pies create a tapestry of simple pleasures.

Amidst the brilliant tapestry of leaves, nature invites us on leisurely walks to admire the vibrant reds, oranges, and golds. The crisp air and the rustling leaves underfoot remind us to savor the beauty of this enchanting season.

With balance as the equinox's symbol, it's a time for personal reflection and intention-setting. Whether through mindfulness or cozy evenings by the fire, we seek equilibrium within ourselves as we embrace the changing season.

 In these cherished traditions, we find a way to slow down, connect with nature, and share joy with our communities. So, wrap yourself in your coziest sweater, savor a cup of spiced cider, and relish the enchantment of the fall equinox—a season of balance, reflection, and pure delight.


Others Include

Education Technology Day

Fall Equinox

First Day of Autumn

Fish Amnesty Day

International Day of Sign Languages

International Rabbit Day

Martyrdom of Imam Hassan Asgari

National AFM Day

National Apple Cider Vinegar Day

National Baker Day

National Bunny Day

National Checkers Day

National Dogs in Politics Day

National Go With Your Gut Day

National Great American Pot Pie Day

National Hunting and Fishing Day

National Public Lands Day

National Seat Check Saturday

National Singles Day

Porthcawl Elvis Festival Arts & Entertainment

Redhead Appreciation Day

Seed Gathering Season

September Equinox

Teal Talk Day Health

World’s Largest Pet Walk

Za’atar Day


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