September 16 is the 259th day of the year (260th in leap years). 106 days remain until the end of the year.
"The world is full of stories, but the best ones are the ones you live."
Born today
H. A. Rey, 1888, American author and journalist
Observances
Cry of Dolores, celebrates the declaration of independence of Mexico from Spain in 1810
Independence Day (Papua New Guinea), celebrates the independence of Papua New Guinea from Australia in 1975.
Malaysian Armed Forces Day (Malaysia)
Malaysia Day (Malaysia)
Martyrs' Day (Libya)
National Heroes Day (Saint Kitts and Nevis)
Teenager Workout Day (US)
Anne Bradstreet Day (US)
Pet Promise Day (US)
Mayflower Day (US)