For many Midwesterners, fall is the reason for living in this part of the country during the other 3 seasons. Nothing beats a sunny blue sky on a cool fall day when the trees are fiery reds and oranges, golden yellows and deep purples. The changing leaves give every favorite spot, a warm new look and feel this time of year. Here are some ideas to get the most out of the fabulous month of October...

  • Enjoy the great outdoors! Take a leisurely hike with your furry friends at beautiful Prairie Moraine Park or sign up to join the Mammoth Hike Challenge in October and explore 43 miles of the Ice Age Trail.

  • Grab some seasonal goodies! Head out to a local orchard for some apples, pumpkins, cider and great family photos. Epelgaarden, Sutter's Ridge, Enchanted Valley Acres, Munchkey and Eugsters are just a few favorite area places to spend a fall afternoon.

  • Celebrate Halloween! Verona's neighborhood trick-or-treating takes place on Halloween night from 5-8, but you can also celebrate with Main Street trick-or-treat on Friday 10/27 from 3-5 or Family Halloween on the Capitol Square downtown Madison on 10/25 from 3-6pm. For some extra Halloween fun, sign up for the Skeleton Skamper on 10/28.

  • Cheer on your favorite time! Sports are in full swing this time of year. Whether soccer, baseball, volleyball or football is your thing, there is something for everyone to get excited about. Cheer on our Verona Wildcats or the Badgers and be sure to check out the homecoming parade on 10/13!

See you around Verona...