Great American Pot Pie Day
Great American Pot Pie Day, celebrated on September 23rd, honors the classic, savory pot pie. Pot pies have been a staple of American cuisine for generations, known for their flaky crust and hearty fillings, which can include meats like chicken, turkey, beef, or vegetables in a creamy sauce. The day gives people an opportunity to indulge in this comforting dish, whether homemade or store-bought, with many celebrating by trying new recipes or variations.
First Day of Autumn and Fall Equinox
The First Day of Autumn, also known as the Fall Equinox, occurs when day and night are approximately equal in length. This event usually falls around September 22nd or 23rd in the Northern Hemisphere. It marks the official beginning of the fall season, characterized by cooler temperatures, shorter days, and the stunning transformation of leaves into vibrant colors.
Here are some notable historical events that took place on September 23rd:
Historical Events:
1846 – Discovery of Neptune:
German astronomer Johann Gottfried Galle, using mathematical predictions made by French astronomer Urbain Le Verrier, observed and confirmed the existence of the planet Neptune. This discovery significantly expanded our understanding of the solar system.
1932 – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Founded:
The modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was unified under King Abdulaziz Ibn Saud on this day, consolidating the regions of Najd and Hejaz into one country. Saudi National Day is celebrated annually on September 23rd to commemorate this event.
1952 – “The Old Man and the Sea” Published:
Ernest Hemingway’s novella, The Old Man and the Sea, was published. It became one of his most famous works and won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1953.
1962 – First U.S. Television Broadcast of “The Jetsons”:
The Jetsons, an iconic animated TV show depicting a futuristic family, premiered on American television. It was the first color television series by Hanna-Barbera and became a cultural touchstone for futuristic and space-age themes.
1980 – Bob Marley’s Last Concert:
Bob Marley, the Jamaican reggae legend, performed his final live concert at the Stanley Theatre in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, before his illness took over. Marley remains one of the most influential musicians in history.
2002 – Web Browser Mozilla Firefox Released:
The popular Mozilla Firefox web browser was first released on this day, providing a faster and more secure alternative to other browsers of the time, marking a significant moment in the internet age.
2019 – Climate Strikes Around the World:
On this day, millions of people across the globe participated in a series of climate strikes, demanding stronger action to combat climate change. This global protest was part of the larger Fridays for Future movement started by Greta Thunberg.
Births:
63 BC – Augustus, Roman emperor and the first leader of the Roman Empire.
1215 – Kublai Khan, Mongol emperor, founder of the Yuan dynasty in China.
1943 – Julio Iglesias, Spanish singer and one of the most successful Latin music artists of all time.
1949 – Bruce Springsteen, American rock musician, often known as “The Boss”.
1988 – Juan Martín del Potro, Argentine tennis player and U.S. Open champion.
Deaths:
1835 – Vincenzo Bellini, Italian opera composer known for works such as Norma.
1939 – Sigmund Freud, Austrian neurologist and the founding father of psychoanalysis.
1973 – Pablo Neruda, Chilean poet and diplomat, Nobel Prize in Literature laureate.
