Category Archives: Fall Fun

Ten Movies for People Who Love Autumn

Posted on September 22, 2021 by Mary Fletcher Jones

Happy First Day of Autumn! Autumn is my favorite season. I love everything about it — the changing leaves, crisp air, pumpkins and apples, and cozy sweaters. If you love autumn, you might like some of these movies that capture … Continue reading →

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Happy Oktoberfest!

Posted on September 18, 2021 by Mary Fletcher Jones

The Bavarian folk festival Oktoberfest officially starts at noon today and lasts through October 3rd. The first Oktoberfest was a public celebration of King Ludwig’s marriage in 1810. The festival involves parades, horse races, marksmen contests, traditional costumes, agricultural exhibits, … Continue reading →

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Ideas for a Fun, Pandemic-Safe Halloween

Posted on October 23, 2020 by Mary Fletcher Jones

Celebrating Halloween while remaining safer at home? Here are some ideas. No-Risk or Low-Risk Halloween Fun Start the day with pumpkin spice coffee or make pumpkin pancakes for breakfast. Decorate your home inside and/or out with lights and spooky decorations. … Continue reading →

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Get ready for Halloween checklist

Posted on October 17, 2020 by Mary Fletcher Jones

Two weeks until Halloween! Time to get ready for the spookiest night of the year (even if it is happening during the pandemic). With just a few items from yoru collection or the dollar store, you can get into the … Continue reading →

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Ghost Tours in DC and Virginia

Posted on September 23, 2020 by Mary Fletcher Jones

Do you have any spooky plans for this fall? Ghost walking tours are still taking place in DC and Northern Virginia during the pandemic. Guides and participants wear masks and social distancing is observed. For even more space, choose the … Continue reading →

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Cast a magical spell

Posted on October 28, 2019 by Mary Fletcher Jones

Ready for a little self care? Get in the spirit of Halloween with these magical and relaxing rituals. Candle Magic Photo by Breakingpic on Pexels.com Have you ever blown out a candle and made a wish? That is a version … Continue reading →

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Prepare to be amazed by these Halloween displays

Posted on October 19, 2019 by Mary Fletcher Jones

You know, at Christmas, who doesn’t love driving around and looking at Christmas lights? But it wasn’t until my son was little that we started driving around to look at the “spooky houses,” as he called them. Now, it’s driving … Continue reading →

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Prepare an Autumn Picnic Tea

Posted on September 15, 2019 by Mary Fletcher Jones

The weather is often nice in September and October in Northern Virginia. Why not have a picnic? I had first envisioned this as an outdoor tea party — and you could do that if you have your picnic tea on … Continue reading →

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Arlington Walkabouts: Take a Fall Walk

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Mary Fletcher Jones

If you haven’t tried an Arlington Walkabout, you should give it a try.  The leaves are beautiful right now, it’s great exercise, and Arlington was just made (literally) for walking.  It’s a fun way to discover parts of Arlington you … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Celebration Idea: Graves Mountain Lodge

Posted on November 5, 2010 by Mary Fletcher Jones

A couple of years ago, my family all got together for Thanksgiving: my mom, my sister, her girlfriend, and my son.  We decided to spend Thanksgiving at Graves Mountain Lodge in Syria, Virginia.  We had all been there several times … Continue reading →

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