Sept. 15: The Start of National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15), National Linguine Day, Greenpeace Day, The Start of Farm Animal Awareness Week (Sept. 15 to Sept. 21) Sept. 16: National Guacamole Day, Mayflower Day

If you need an excuse to get gluttonous, then mark your calendar for National Cheeseburger Day 18. Here are a few local favorites.