If you haven’t already, tumble out of bed and stumble into the kitchen, then pour yourself a cup of you-know-what because Friday is “Dolly Parton Day.”
Cities and states across the country are making it official, celebrating the late singer on Sept. 25 — or, more appropriately, 9/25.
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Celebrations across the US
Nashville, where Parton spent most of her life, has a full day of festivities planned, including tributes and special events throughout the city.
But the Dolly love goes well beyond Tennessee.
New Orleans is holding a parade in her honor, while San Francisco is encouraging “rhinestones and ruffles” for its Dolly Day celebration.
And if channeling Dolly’s giving spirit is more your speed, her Imagination Library is encouraging people to support local programs that put free books in kids’ hands.
Even in cities without official festivities, local leaders are encouraging people to find their own ways to mark the day.
“Play music. Read a book with a child. Help a neighbor. Stand up for someone who needs it. Give something back. Whatever it is, let’s do it the Dolly way, with kindness, grace and a lot of joy!” Dunphy said, according to Far Out Magazine.
Dolly Parton’s legacy
Parton died last month at 80 after a brief battle with cancer.
The 11-time Grammy winner helped reshape country music alongside fellow pioneers Loretta Lynn and Tammy Wynette, then built a career that stretched well beyond music as a songwriter, businesswoman and philanthropist.
Her larger-than-life image became nearly as recognizable as her music — from the towering blonde hair and rhinestones to the self-deprecating humor she built around it.
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