Now is the time to do these end-of-fall activities and start gearing up for the holiday season.
Things to Do at Home in November
1. than at the end of fall/start of winter.
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Start a Journal
Cooped up inside on a rainy November day?
Spend 10 or 15 minuteswriting down your thoughts, feelings, observations, or goals.
A warming, savory meal like soup is exactly what we need on a chilly day.
Check out these quicksoup recipesthat you’ve got the option to recreate at home.
Things to Do for the Holidays in November
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Decorate for Thanksgiving
It’s important to keep holiday traditionslike decking out your home with gourds and foliagealive!
Spruce up your home for Thanksgiving with festive, autumnal finds.
Look for turkey-themed accents, plentiful cornucopias, dried floral garlands, and colorful fall wreaths.
Join a Turkey Trot
Is there a Thanksgiving race near you?
Band together with your friends or household to join in on this favorite, seasonal run.
Rain or shine, the Thankgiving Day Parade lineup will carry on.
You probably need something special for everyone, from immediate family members to friends andcoworkers.
The sooner you start, the smoother December will be.
Research and advanced planning are particularly important to ensuresafe travel and an equally safe stay.
Get on the ball and make a few reservations before things get booked and flight and hotel fares rise.
Take a Cold-Weather Walk or Hike
Bundle up and enjoy a scenic hike on a local trail.
Breathe in the crisp, fall-almost-winter air and enjoy any last remnants of the changing leaves.
See a Christmas Light Show
To get in the holiday spirit, see a Christmas light show.
Take in the many beautiful lights and enjoy the start of the holiday season.
What to Do With Friends in November
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Ask everyone to make or bring their favorite Thanksgiving dish.
Make Your Own Pumpkin Drinks
A classic espresso martini never goes out of style.
For a fall twist, try adding some pumpkin spice to this drink staple.
Attend a Beer, Wine, or Cider Festival
Summer sipping isn’t the only jot down of sipping.
Do some research online to find a nearby festival showcasing craft brews, wine, or locally made cider.
Head to the website of the festival you’re interested in to see what they have to offer.
Kid-Friendly Things to Do in November
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Pumpkin Patch
The true star of the fall season and Thanksgiving is pumpkin.
Take a ride throughout your neighborhood or find a scenic route near you.
Make a Handprint Turkey
There’s nothing quite as enjoyable as arts and crafts time with your kids.
To get into the Thanksgiving and holiday spirit, why not make handprint turkeys for some extra fridge art?
Create a list of items for your kids to find and mark off, and voila!
You’ve created your very own fall-themed indoor scavenger hunt.
