September 28th is Drink Beer Day in the USA, an ancient holiday first celebrated way back in 2009 as “Arthur’s Day” after Arthur Guinness, who founded his brewery on September 28, 1759 (which may have been his birthday).
More:
“25 Amazing Facts for Drink Beer Day,” Jason English, Mental Floss
“Day Devoted to Hoisting Guinness Starts to Leave a Bitter Taste,” Douglas Dalby, New York Times
“Guiness-Fueled ‘Holiday’ Troubles Many in Ireland,” Shawn Pogatchnik, Associated Press
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