A Word From Karen

The song may say that Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, but for me it’s fall. The leaves are falling. There’s a chill in the air. The smell of the air just can’t be beat. And don’t forget the food, mulled apple cider, pumpkin roll and comfort food like a hot bowl of soup or a slow-cooked roast.

Before you rush to the kitchen, visit In a Nutshell to uncover the origins of superstitions. Keep going to find out how young people think about information on the Web. While you are snacking, go to Treehouse Games to test your knowledge of Halloween and superstitions. Then for the moral of the story, jump over to Treehouse Trivia.

As a book lover, I don’t need an excuse to pick up a book. If you do, October is giving you a reason during National Book Month. National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 7-13) aims to increase awareness of the dangers of fire and to educate the public on how to stay safe from fire. For more information, visit www.nfpa.org.

The official theme of World Smile Day (Oct. 5) is “Do an act of kindness. Help one person smile.” To learn more, go to www.worldsmileday.com.

Observe the day Christopher Columbus arrived in the Bahamas on Oct. 12, 1492, on Columbus Day, Oct. 8. Then break out the tricks and treats for Halloween, Oct. 31.

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