Chewing Gum Day
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Overview
Chewing Gum Day, observed on September 30th, is an unofficial holiday dedicated to celebrating the popular confection known as chewing gum. It's a day to appreciate its long history, varied flavors, stress-relieving qualities, and the simple joy it brings to millions worldwide, from the satisfying chew to the playful art of blowing bubbles.
Observed each year on September 30, Chewing Gum Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.
Origin and story
The oldest known chewing gum is a 9,000-year-old piece of birch bark tar, found by a British archaeology student in Finland.
Modern chewing gum originated in the 1860s when inventor Thomas Adams experimented with chicle from the sapodilla tree, a natural latex.
Quick facts
- DateSeptember 30
- TypeCultural / community observance
- Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams
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Ways to celebrate
- Bring Chewing Gum Day to work or school with a short shout-out in a meeting or group chat.
- Pair music, snacks, or décor that match the theme and enjoy a small break.
- Share the story of Chewing Gum Day on social and tag it with #chewinggumday so others can join in.
- Share one fast fact about Chewing Gum Day: The oldest known chewing gum is a 9,000-year-old piece of birch bark tar, found by a British archaeology student in Finland.
- Plan something small on September 30: a quick nod to Chewing Gum Day with friends, family, or coworkers.
Fun facts
- The oldest known chewing gum is a 9,000-year-old piece of birch bark tar, found by a British archaeology student in Finland.
- Modern chewing gum originated in the 1860s when inventor Thomas Adams experimented with chicle from the sapodilla tree, a natural latex.
- The first commercially successful bubble gum, "Dubble Bubble," was invented in 1928 by Walter Diemer, an accountant for the Fleer Chewing Gum Company.
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FAQ
- When is Chewing Gum Day?
- It is observed on September 30 each year.
- What is Chewing Gum Day?
- Chewing Gum Day, observed on September 30th, is an unofficial holiday dedicated to celebrating the popular confection known as chewing gum. It's a day to appreciate its long history, varied flavors, stress-relieving qualities, and the simple joy it brings to millions worldwide, from the satisfying chew to the playful art of blowing bubbles.
- How do people celebrate Chewing Gum Day?
- Bring Chewing Gum Day to work or school with a short shout-out in a meeting or group chat.
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