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Autumn Equinox
 

The first day of Autumn, depending on the solar calendar, can be any day between September 21st - 24th. The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting cooler, everything outside is changing colour. It is always sad to see Summer come to an end but Fall is definitely a favourite for many reasons. There are so many fun things to do, events to attend, and holidays to enjoy this season.

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Break out your sweaters, boots, hot drinks, soup recipes, candles and snuggle up into the many blessings Autumn has to offer! 

Traditional Ways of Celebrating & What Inspires Us:

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THEME​

  • Nature: Leaves, pumpkins, gourds

  • Colours: Red, orange, yellow, brown

  • Harvest & bountiful blessings

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BEAUTY & FASHION

  • Neutral, warm colours, cozy materials and textures​

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DÉCOR

  • What do you have in storage?

  • Do you need anything new to compliment your theme?

  • If hosting, create a space to take photos

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ENTERTAINMENT​

  • Find a new show to watch this season

  • Create an Autumn playlist or start a new go to list for the season

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FLOWERS

  • Red, orange, yellow, brown

  • Pick a bouquet of wildflowers

  • Mums are a popular choice of flower for this season

  • Include accents of other things found in nature, pinecones, acorns, cattails, dried wheat

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FOOD & DRINK

  • "Reap what you sow" or purchase what others have at a local farmer's market

  • Turn your harvest into preserves that can be enjoyed for months to come

  • Autumn fruits: apples, berries, cantaloupe, dragon fruit, mango, grapes, honeydew, kiwi, pears, plums, pumpkin

  • Autumn vegetables: broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, celery, cucumber, beets, corn, radish

  • Enjoy your favourite Fall recipes: roasts, soups, stews, apple, cranberry, pear & pumpkin everything 

  • Sip on hot chocolate & apple cider

  • Treat yourself with caramels, chocolates and nut mixes

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FUN

  • Host a party or small dinner party to welcome the new season

  • Enjoy some fresh air with outdoor activities: hiking, biking, horseback riding

  • Head out for a little day trip to enjoy the new scenery

  • Visit a local market in search of seasonal items

  • Late night bonfire

  • Seasonal activity and event ideas: corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayride, apple picking, scavenger hunt 

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GIFTS & GREETINGS

  • Host gifts: flowers or a small plant, their favourite beverage or treat

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PARTY TIME

  • Attending?

    • Get yourself ready (hair, nails, makeup, outfit)

    • Host gift (see gifts & greetings)

    • Pack your own beverage

    • Potluck? Prepare and pack your contribution

    • Take photos

  • Hosting?

    • Guest list & invites

    • Clean house

    • Yard maintenance

    • Theme décor

    • Get yourself ready (hair, nails, makeup, outfit)

    • Prepare menu

    • Entertainment (music, games…)

    • Display previous years’ photos and take more to add

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PHOTOS

  • Take photos of yourself and those you are celebrating with

  • Look back on past years with an organized slideshow or photo album

  • Use theme inspired props like: leaves, hats, scarecrows, pumpkins ​

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QUOTES

  • "Autumn is a second spring where every leaf is a flower." - Albert Camus

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TRADITIONS​ 

  • Harvest

  • Canning, preserving

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KIDS & CLASSROOM FUN

  • Fall art using leaves, gourds, pumpkins

  • Read books and listen to music about Autumn

  • Discuss changes of the season and favourite fall activities

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WORKPLACE

  • Share your harvest with co-workers

  • If you set goals or resolutions for the year, take time to reflect on where you are

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