When Rita’s Water Ice is officially closed for the season, it can only mean one thing…FALL IS HERE!
At first it may seem difficult to trade your mango gelati for a hot chocolate, especially since the weather in Upper Dublin typically remains on the warmer side until at least mid-October. However, autumn in Montgomery County is a great reminder of how lucky we are to see all four seasons right in our own backyard. While you are reminiscing about days spent by the pool, and longing for summer nights on the boardwalk, here is a list of Fall Favorites, to get you excited for the cool air and colorful scenery!
Top 10 Ways to Make it a Fabulous Fall in and around Upper Dublin Township!
1. Take a hike!
Venture to Wissahickon Valley Park and hike, bike, walk, or run the various leaf-covered trails. Or stay in the neighborhood, and take a leisurely stroll through Mondauk Park.
2. Be a scaredy cat!
Dare your brave family and friends to find their way through a Haunted House! LuLu Shriners, in Plymouth Meeting, is running their 10th annual House of Horrors, which includes a wagon ride through the haunted woods, creepy characters, and a spooky corn maze.
3. Show your school spirit!
Cheer for your high school or college football team, as they tackle, rush, kick, pass, and score on the football field! The Upper Dublin Cardinals are currently undefeated, so put on your red and grey and root them on!
4. Treat your sweet tooth!
Reward yourself for making it through another swimsuit season! Indulge your taste buds and enjoy one of Town Crier Bakery’s yummy Smores Cupcakes in Willow Grove, or enjoy a Caramel Apple Scone from Ambler’s Alice’s Bakery. Fall doesn’t just mean pumpkin spice lattes anymore!
5. Do a little shopping!
Welcome sweater weather with a new wardrobe! Wrap yourself in a new wool poncho or step out in style in some leather booties. Chickie’s Daughter 2 in Spring House features women’s clothing that transitions from work to play! Don’t forget to stock up on cute accessories as well, such as trendy bracelets and statement necklaces from the Maple Glen Gift Shop. If you like to recycle clothing and accessories, or get a great buy, Sisters Unique Boutique is great!
6. Pick a winner!
Head out in search of this year’s great pumpkin! Many local fall festivals, such as Yardley’s Pumpkinfest, allow you to pick your own pumpkin. Freddy Hill Farms, located in Lansdale, has been offering pumpkin patch tours for over 25 years and is a great way for children to learn how pumpkins are grown.
7. See it on the big screen!
Take in a flick at the Ambler Theater! Showing many of the latest films, Ambler Theater offers a convenient and fun movie-going experience close to home. If you would rather have a showtime under the stars, Upper Dublin township will be running drive-in movies at Temple University Ambler.
8. Drink up!
For the month of October, Chaddsford Winery welcomes adults (21 and over) to tour their property, enjoy tasty wine pairings, and receive a free Halloween themed wine glass. Their Adult Trick or Treat weekends will get you feeling in the holiday spirit!
9. Take the kids out!
Ambler invites families to participate in their Halloween Extravaganza! Kids in costume can paint pumpkins, compete in a costume contest, and trick-or-treat along Main Street. This special event is held October 24th and is a great way to wander Ambler’s shops and eateries, while entertaining your trick-or-treater!
10. Fall in love with the home of your dreams!
If you are already living in your perfect house, enjoy the seasonal colors and get creative with your indoor and outdoor decor! If you are on the hunt for a new humble abode, come and enjoy all that Upper Dublin has to offer. Sellers, now is a great time to get your home sold and move onto the next exciting chapter in your life, whatever that may be! I’m never too busy to take your call, so please let me help you fall in love this Fall!
