It's Officially Dolly Parton Day, with Parades, Pink Lights and Book Drives

Pour yourself a cup of ambition. It is Dolly Parton Day.

Across the world, communities are dedicating Friday to honoring the beloved country singer. The day is falling on Sept. 25, a wink at Parton’s hit song "9 to 5."

Parton, who died of cancer last month at age 80, built an impressive legacy over the decades as a singer-songwriter, actor, philanthropist and entrepreneur — leaving big and small ways to honor the icon.

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