Ten Fun Facts about the Month of September
Here are some fun facts about the month of September:
1. Name Origin: September's name comes from the Latin word "septem," meaning seven, as it was the seventh month in the ancient Roman calendar.
2. Birthstone: The birthstone for September is the sapphire, symbolizing wisdom and protection and the Lapis Lazuli stone is an alternative.
3. Birth Flowers: The birth flowers for September are the aster and the morning glory, both representing love and affection.
4. Zodiac Signs: The zodiac signs for September are Virgo (until September 22) and Libra (from September 23 onwards).
5. Seasonal Changes: September marks the beginning of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere and spring in the Southern Hemisphere.
6. National Days: In the United States, September is National Preparedness Month and National Honey Month.
7. International Days: September 21 is recognized as the International Day of Peace.
8. Cultural Events: The Toronto International Film Festival usually takes place in September.
9. Music: "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire is a popular song that celebrates this month.
10. Equinox: The Autumn Equinox, marking the start of fall, usually occurs around September 22 or 23.
Sources:
(1) 25 Fun Facts About September You Don’t Know (2024 Facts). https://www.amazingfactshome.com/fun-facts-about-september/.
(2) 20 Interesting Facts About September - The Fact Site. https://www.thefactsite.com/september-facts/.
(3) 101 Essential September Fun Facts - mentalbomb.com. https://mentalbomb.com/september-fun-facts/.
(4) Discovering September: A Compilation of Fun Facts. https://factsvibes.com/september-fun-facts/.
(5) en.wikipedia.org. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/September.
