NATIONAL CHEESE PIZZA DAY
On September 5th, National Cheese Pizza Day says, "Hold the toppings!" That's right, cheese is all you need when celebrating this pizza holiday. Whether the pie is homemade or ordered in, make it cheese only. #NationalCheesePizzaDay
NATIONAL CHIANTI DAY
The first Friday in September each year ushers in a celebration worthy of a toast. National Chianti Day recognizes the most-recognized red wines from the Tuscany region of Italy. #NationalChiantiDay
NATIONAL FOOD BANK DAY
National Food Bank Day on the first Friday in September encourages you to commit to contributing to the cause that believes no one should go to bed hungry. #NationalFoodBankDay
NATIONAL LAZY MOM'S DAY
During the first Friday in September, National Lazy Mom's Day delegates everyday mom jobs to someone else. #NationalLazyMomsDay
NATIONAL BE LATE FOR SOMETHING DAY
On September 5th National Be Late for Something Day permits us to not abide by our schedules. Go ahead and sleep in a little bit today as you have an excuse. #NationalBeLateForSomethingDay
Coming on September 6, 2025
National Days
NATIONAL READ A BOOK DAY
NATIONAL TAILGATING DAY
NATIONAL COFFEE ICE CREAM DAY
NATIONAL PLAY OUTSIDE DAY
NATIONAL HUMMINGBIRD DAY
Notable Birthdays for September 5
Lester Allan Pelton (1829-1908) - American inventor of the Pelton Water Wheel (hydroelectric water wheel).
Jesse James (1847-1882) - Wild West outlaw.
Amy Beach (1867-1994) - The first successful female composer of large-scale art music in America.
Arthur Nielsen (1897-1980) - Founder of the A.C. Nielsen Company (Nielsen ratings).
Bob Newhart (1929-2024) - Multi-award winning actor and comedian fondly remembered as the star of the Bob Newhart Show.
Claudette Colvin (1939-Still Living) - Civil rights activist arrested at 15 for refusing to give her seat on a bus to a white woman (nine months before Rosa Parks).
Michael Keaton (1951-Still Living) - Actor with many leading accolades in movies, such as Mr. Mom, Beetlejuice, Batman, and Jack Frost.
Memorable Events for September 5
1774 - The first Continental Congress assembles in Philadelphia.
1774 - Philadelphia becomes the first capital of the U.S.
1877 - A U.S. soldier bayonets Oglala Sioux Chief Crazy Horse at Fort Robinson, NE.
1882 - The first Labor Day parade is held in NY City.
1939 - President Roosevelt declares the U.S. neutral at the start of WWII.
1958 - The first color video recorded on magnetic tape is viewed Charlotte, NC.
1961 - President Kennedy signs a law against hijacking.
1976 - The Muppet Show premieres on t.v.
