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Are you a new grandparent? NPR wants to hear from you for National Grandparent's Day

Are you a new grandparent? NPR wants to hear from you for National Grandparent's Day

Summary

NPR is inviting new grandparents to share their experiences as part of National Grandparent's Day. The invitation is for stories to be featured in NPR's Up First newsletter. The deadline for submissions is September 3.

Key Facts

  • National Grandparent's Day is observed on the first Sunday after Labor Day.
  • President Jimmy Carter declared this day in 1978 to honor grandparents.
  • NPR is asking new grandparents to share their stories.
  • These stories may be included in the Up First newsletter.
  • New or soon-to-be grandparents have until September 3 to submit their experiences.
  • The initiative aims to celebrate the roles and values grandparents bring to families.

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