Happy Labor Day – Celebrate with Facts and Recipes!
September 5, 2016The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day holiday just a year later, on September 5, 1883.
In 1884, the first Monday in September was selected as the day this holiday would occur. The Central Labor Union other cities to follow the example of New York and celebrate a "workingmen's holiday" on that date. The idea spread with the growth of labor organizations, and in 1885 Labor Day was celebrated in many industrial centers of the country.
The Labor Day holiday is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of the United States.
Labor Day - Fun Facts
- Labor Day has been celebrated in the United States and Canada since 1894. On June 28, 1894, Congress passed an act making the first Monday in September of each year a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories.
- President Grover Cleveland was the President that signed a law designating the first Monday in September as Labor Day nationwide.
- The State of Oregon was the first state to celebrate Labor Day as a legal holiday in 1887.
- The football season starts on or around Labor Day and many teams play their first game of the year during Labor Day weekend.
- Labor Day is the unofficial day that marks the end of Summer. It is considered as the last day of vacation before the start of the new school year (and dreaded by students). Stated differently, it is the Back-to-School kickoff. (Cheered by parents and retail establishments through many Labor Day sales!).
- Thanks to trendsetters like Diddy and J-Lo, wearing white all year is no longer a fashion faux pas. In past years, it was considered a fashion no-no to wear white after Labor Day.
Labor Day - Recipes
1. Easy Watermelon and Tomato Salad Recipe - Start your Labor Day festivities with this cool and refreshing salad recipe. Take advantage of the seasonal watermelon and tomatoes to enjoy the marriage of flavors in this dish.
2. Avocado and Papaya Quinoa Salad with Spicy Lime Yogurt Dressing - Just the name of this recipe is mouth-watering! This recipe is very nutritious with the lean protein and healthy, complex carbs of vitamin-packed fruits.
3. Asian Burgers Recipe - This Asian infused burger recipe is delicious on the grill and perfect for your Labor Day celebration or BBQ. It is packed with 27 grams of protein and makes a tasty alternative to a ho-hum burger.
4. Lemon Feta Chicken Recipe - This chicken recipe has only five ingredients and is quick and easy to prepare. With only 156 calories, 28 grams of protein and full of flavor, this is a fantastic dish for anyone to enjoy.
5. Grilled Ratatouille by Val - Grilled veggies are delicious. By grilling your vegetables, they become more flavorful and delicious. This recipe is so versatile that you can use whatever you have on hand or buy vegetables that you haven't tried yet.
6. Protein Banana Cheesecake Parfait - Protein in a dessert recipe? With this recipe, you'll enjoy protein in a cool and nutritious dish that is decadent and will leave your guests wanting the recipe. Serve in a pretty dish to set off your Labor Day meal.
The ObesityHelp team wishes you a Happy Labor Day!
