Labor Day

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement in the United States and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes an annual national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of their country.

In many countries, especially in Europe  May Day is an official holiday,  In the United States and Canada, however, the official holiday for workers is Labor Day in September.

Labor Day - Retail

 Labor Day has become an important sale weekend for many retailers in the United States because of the many shoppers that have time to shop. Some retailers claim it is one of the largest sale dates of the year, second only to the Christmas season's Black Friday.

Labor Day has come to be celebrated by most Americans as the symbolic end of the summer. In high society, Labor Day is   considered the last day of the year when it is fashionable to wear white. 

Labor Day marks the beginning of the NFL and football seasons and  NFL teams usually play their first game the Thursday following Labor Day.

Labor Day - Back to School

In the U.S., most school districts that started summer vacation 1-2 weeks into June will resume school the day after Labor Day.

So enjoy your Labor Day!