September 22nd is National Hobbit Day, so make sure you plan to have a big breakfast or big second breakfast. First started by the American Tolkien Society in 1978, September 22nd celebrates the birthdays of Frodo and Bilbo Baggins. Here are some ways you can celebrate!
Spend Some Time in Nature
Hobbits love to farm and live in nature, so one of the best ways to celebrate is by simply being outside. Take a nice hike or watch for birds. Rest under a tree or hang in a pumpkin patch. The sky’s the limit.
Make Your Own Lembas Bread
Frodo and Sam are given Elven bread wrapped in leaves called lembas to sustain them on their journey. Feast of Starlight has a simple recipe you can try at home. They won’t be magic or help you climb a volcano, but they’ll taste great.
Have a Movie Marathon
The Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies are available to check out in our DVD/blu-ray collections. And, a few Tolkien documentaries are currently available on Kanopy too!
Some Middle Earth Books From our Collection to Consider:
The Return of the Shadow: The History of The Lord of the Rings, Part One by J.R.R Tolkien
Christopher Tolkien describes, with full citation of the earliest notes, outline plans, and narrative drafts, the intricate evolution of the Fellowship of the Ring and the gradual emergence of the conceptions that transformed what J.R.R. Tolkien long believed would be a far shorter book, ” a sequel to the Hobbit.
The Complete Tolkien Companion by J.E.A Tyler
The Tolkien Companion explains, translates, and links every single reference – names, dates, places, facts, famous weapons, even food and drink – to be found in Tolkien’s world, which includes not only The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings but also The Simarillion and many other posthumously published works. A detailed explanation of the various Elvish writing systems, together with maps, charts, and genealogical tables, bring the remarkable genius of Tolkien and the unforgettable world and wonder of Middle Earth to life with focus and accuracy. Presented in alphabetical order for quick and easy reference, this is an indispensable accompaniment for anyone who embarks on the reading journey of a lifetime.
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Chronicles: Art & Design by Daniel Falconer
A celebration of Peter Jackson’s creative vision, packed with concept artwork and development paintings from his film The hobbit: an unexpected journey. Each artist provides detailed and entertaining commentary that reveals the story behind the vision.
