Halloween

As autumn settles across the country each year, with leaves turning orange and the air growing cool and crisp, thousands of Americans purposely venture into cornfields and get lost. Armed with maps, clues, flashlights — or occasionally nothing more than misplaced confidence — families and friends wander through towering rows of corn, searching for the elusive way out.

With the arrival of autumn, a familiar figure appears on front porches, in pumpkin patches, and at harvest festivals across North America — the scarecrow. Dressed in flannel shirts, stuffed with straw, and sporting cheerful smiles, they have become a defining symbol of the season.

Few things evoke autumn like apple cider. Whether served cold at an orchard, steaming hot with cinnamon and cloves, or poured from a bottle with a little alcoholic kick, cider seems the perfect accompaniment to crisp afternoons, colorful leaves, and warm cozy sweaters.

Long ago in a small Irish town, a drunkard named Stingy Jack earned his nickname after tricking the Devil himself. Jack was notorious in his little town, and Satan had heard of his mischievous deeds.

The seasons are changing, which means it’s time to visit the pumpkin patch! Luckily, the ultimate autumn wonderland is nestled right in the heart of Tualatin: Lee Farms

From trick-or-treating to candy canes, the holiday season is packed with sugary temptations. While these treats are a fun part of celebrating, aim for tooth-friendlier treats like these: