"Mothers and fathers have had their days. On Sep. 7, it's the grandma and grandpa's turn. In 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed a proclamation dedicating the first Sunday after Labor Day to celebrate grandparents. It's a day to recognize the wisdom, perspective and fundamental civic values that grandparents provide. This year, NPR wants to hear from grandparents who are new to their role."
"This year, NPR wants to hear from grandparents who are new to their role. Have you just become a grandparent, or are you expecting your first grandchild soon? Share your experience with us, and you could be featured in an upcoming issue of the Up First newsletter. Please submit responses by Sep. 3. See some of your responses and get the news you need to start your day by subscribing to our newsletter."
Grandparents Day falls on the first Sunday after Labor Day this year on Sep. 7. President Jimmy Carter signed a 1978 proclamation dedicating that day to celebrate grandparents. The day recognizes the wisdom, perspective and fundamental civic values that grandparents provide. NPR is inviting grandparents who are new to their role to share their experiences, including those who have just become grandparents or are expecting their first grandchild. Submissions are requested by Sep. 3 for possible inclusion in the Up First newsletter. Readers are invited to subscribe to the newsletter to see selected responses and receive morning news.
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