Happy Dolly Parton Day, Seattle.
The city officially proclaimed September 25th as “Dolly Parton Day” to celebrate the legendary artist and philanthropist’s contributions to music, culture, and childhood literacy following her passing in August.
City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck presented the proclamation during a tribute story hour at the Queen Anne Library branch.
In August, the AIDS Memorial Pathway Plaza above Capitol Hill Station was the gathering place for a vigil following Parton’s death at age 80.
The September 25th date serves as a nod to Parton’s iconic hit “9 to 5.” Citywide celebrations also feature a silent disco and a screening of 9 to 5 at Denny Park, honoring Parton’s program that has provided nearly 4.5 million free books to Washington children.
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