Labor Day falls on the first Monday in September and is a public U.S. holiday, honoring all the workers in this country and their contribution to society.
Labor Day is also considered the unofficial end of summer. 🙁
Many school districts begin the school year after Labor Day.
When the holiday was implemented into the U.S. calendar, a street parade followed by a festival honoring the workers was recommended. And, speeches by well-known public figures was also introduced a few years later.
For those of us interested in shopping(!), Labor Day’s Back to School sales have been compared to Black Friday by many retailers.
What are your plans for the Labor Day weekend? Mine will include a barbecue with family and friends, featuring the traditional menu of hot dogs, hamburgers, and fresh fruit…and maybe an apple pie for dessert. 🙂
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We have Labor Day here in Canada too.. And our schools go back on Tuesday after the summer… I am just chillin’ at home with good books, music and watching some baseball… Happy Labor Day weekend.
Thanks, you, too. Waving hi to you in Canada!
This year I’m spending a quiet weekend reading and maybe doing a little knitting.
So nice, Judy. What are you knitting?
Having a BBQ at my niece. Before that I have some ARC copies I need to finish reading and get my revi÷ws ready to go up. Have a great Labor Day!
BBQ sounds good. So do the ARC’s. 🙂
Just spending time with my husband. Probably cook out too
Sounds good. Enjoy!
Just doing a lot of yard work this weekend thanks for the chance
Thanks for your response, Audrey! Hope you get to enjoy part of the day.
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Hope everyone enjoys a lovely Labor Day!