Happy October, Let’s Make It Yours!

You're walking outside and feel something unfamiliar to the skin for the last few months. A cool breeze caresses your face ushering out the heat that has been so prevalent for the last few months.  For a moment you're taken aback. Then, you reach into your pocket and disturb the slumber of your digital companion to read the date "October 2, 2025". It all makes sense: The longer nights, lower temperatures and pumpkin silhouettes that have slowly worked their way back into the hearts, minds, and stomachs of the general public.  It's October! One of the most anticipated "-ber" months in the collection. 

The word and month "October" has a lot of connotations attached. Be it Halloween, football games, apple orchards, overalls, fall, pumpkins and their spice, costumes, the sticky sweet scent of cinnamon buns, this month has something to offer everyone! No matter what you do or celebrate, why not incorporate a little "October" into your routine this fall? 

That is why I have compiled a list of suggestions to help you foster a Happy October. 

• Participate in an event at your local library in October
• *Create your own fall / October bingo card. 
• Explore recent staff lists for some seasonal books.
• Have a horror movie marathon.
• Do something nostalgic from your childhood that brings you joy. 
• Bake a pie with fruit that is in season. 
• Rent a Scooby-Doo Movie from the library and eat an identical meal while you watch. 
• Try out a new cozy hobby: journaling, coloring, painting, knitting, sewing, etc. 
• Take a trip to a new cafe or bakery for some seasonal treats. 
• Take a road trip during a long weekend. 
• Read Twilight Falls by Juneau Black. 
• Create a personal curriculum for this month with some things you've always wanted to learn. (Check out library resources to self-study!)
• Have a family and friends game night.  

* Pre-made October bingo cards are available at Dogwood Branch Library

This list of course is non-exhaustive. Take ideas from above and expand them! Be creative and make them yours. Try doing some of these activities with loved ones as well so you can multiply the fun.