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September 1Food & Beverages

National Cherry Popover Day

National Cherry Popover Day is an informal U.S. food observance held every September 1 to celebrate cherry popovers—light, hollow egg-batter pastries paired with cherries, cherry sauce, preserves, or filling. The observance's founder and starting year have not been reliably documented.

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September 1Cultural

National Burnt Ends Day

National Burnt Ends Day is observed every September 1 to celebrate burnt ends, the smoky, bark-covered brisket specialty closely associated with Kansas City barbecue.

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September 1Awareness & Causes

National Acne Positivity Day

National Acne Positivity Day is observed every September 1 to challenge acne stigma, encourage skin acceptance and remind people that breakouts should never define their confidence or self-worth.

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September 1Fun & Lifestyle

National Chicken Boy Day

National Chicken Boy Day, also known as Chicken Boy’s Day, is observed on September 1 to celebrate Los Angeles’ famous 22-foot fiberglass Chicken Boy statue and its remarkable preservation story.

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September 1Appreciation & Recognition

Building and Code Staff Appreciation Day

Building and Code Staff Appreciation Day is observed every September 1 in the United States to recognize the professionals who help keep buildings, infrastructure and communities safe.

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September 1Fun & Lifestyle

American Chess Day

American Chess Day is observed every September 1 in the United States, celebrating chess, its rich American history and the strategy, concentration and creativity behind the game.

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