Category: Fall
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What to wear for your Thanksgiving festivities:
By: Danielle Wass Fall is flying by and Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Thanksgiving is a day filled with the best fall vibes, football, and food. I like to channel the last of my fall energy into Thanksgiving before entering full Christmas mode. My favorite way to do this is by putting together the…
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5 healthy dishes to add to your Thanksgiving table
By: Erin Dugan Whether you’re constantly snacking on leftover Halloween candy, stress-baking in preparation for the holidays, or not working out because of the cooler weather, this time of year is difficult to put your physical health first. Instead of making an all-you-can-eat buffet that will leave guests groaning on the couch afterward, we can…
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5 Fun Family-Friendly Thanksgiving Day Activities
By: Claire DeMarco We all know the excitement before the holidays—the giddiness, the joy, the anticipation, and all the preparations. When it comes to Thanksgiving, so much of this excitement comes from the pure joy of seeing family and taking the time to be with, cherish, and express gratitude toward one another. Amidst the anticipation…
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Nature Walks: How nature can revitalize our mental state during the fall
By: Grace Brogioli The middle-end of fall is a notorious transitional period where the temperature fluctuates weekly. It can be nice and sunny one day, then bitter and cold the next. It’s also a super busy time for a lot of people. Whether you are a student or are working a full-time job, it can…
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Connecticut pumpkin patches to visit this fall
By: Sarah Ball You can’t say that the fall season has officially started until after your first visit to a pumpkin patch. Everything including picking out a cute fall outfit, navigating a corn maze, drinking a fresh apple cider, and scavenging the patch for the perfect pumpkin makes this whole experience everything fall should be.…
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5 spooky season activities to get you in the Halloween mood!
By: Casey Ball The second October hits, it means the spooky season is upon us! I think we can all agree that the time around Halloween is one of the best times of the year! Halloween is all about candy, spooky decorations, and fun costumes. There are so many fun activities you can do to…
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Top 10 Halloween movies that you must watch this spooky season!
By: Erin Dugan Despite Hallmark already playing Christmas movies, Halloween is right around the corner! As we enjoy the last weeks of the Halloween season, let’s reminisce on the great movies that can put us in a spooky mood. Whether you want to stay in for a cozy/nostalgic night or want to be too afraid…
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Place Your Bets: NFL Football after six weeks into the season
By: John Cardillo Now that we have all had an excellent summer, we can put the summer to bed because the fall is finally upon us. What do you think about during the fall? Apple picking? Yes, but not my cup of tea. Wine tasting for those of age? Yes, but you can only do…
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Pumpkins: Why are these crops such a fall staple?
By: Bridget Keohane When one thinks of fall, most likely an image with a pumpkin pops into their head…but why? Pumpkins have been around for thousands of years, yet they only seem to be under the spotlight in September, October, and November. Photo: Bridget Keohane According to the University of California, scientists believe pumpkins originated…
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5 fall fashion trends that are sure to keep you cozy!
By: Danielle Wass It’s been fall since September 22nd, but it’s finally starting to feel like it up in the northeast! It seems like we are finally past the 80° days and onto the mid 50 and 60’s. This chillier weather calls for a shopping spree to update your wardrobe for fall! With this new…
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