As summer wraps up and we start swapping flip-flops for school shoes, there's a buzz in the air that's hard to miss. The days are still long enough to squeeze in some outdoor fun, but there's a hint of fall creeping in with cooler mornings and the occasional pumpkin sighting. 

Whether you’re gearing up for the start of school, planning a cozy fall adventure, or just soaking up the last rays of summer sunshine, now’s the time to make the most of these in-between moments. It’s all about finding the balance between wrapping up summer fun and getting ready for the exciting changes that autumn brings. So, grab your favorite sweater, start thinking about apple picking, and enjoy the ride into the crisp, colorful days ahead!

Here are some events and happenings this week:

The Lake Huntington Lake Association 2024 Gala is coming up on September 7. Tickets will be available soon.

One of the highlights of this event has been the video showcasing our neighbors and their families as they share what they love about the lake, talk about their favorite memories, and express their gratitude. If you'd like to send in a clip (no longer than two minutes), please email it to JodiSibilia@gmail.com for inclusion in the video for this year's gala.

Tickets are available now for the 12th annual Ride to Survive Dinner Dance at the Club at Villa Roma on October 26 starting at 5:30 PM. This event is always a great time full of wonderful raffle baskets, dancing and music, dinner and drinks and so much more. Please contact a board member for tickets.

Save the date: Friday, October 11! It's Family Country Night at the Carousel in Beach Lake, PA. Grab your gang and come get your country on with us!!! This will be a kid-friendly/adult-friendly event! 

Some details to share: Unlimited Park Passes for $15 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., including Go-Karts, Mini Golf, Jumping Pillow, Axe throwing and Corn Maze. Adult supervision is a must!  There will be an ice cream Happy Hour from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Cafe & Ice Cream will stay open until 10 p.m. Line dancing lessons are from 8 p.m. to  9 p.m. and Open Line Dancing from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will also be pony rides available.

If you have a local business that you would like to have spotlighted in an upcoming column, please get in touch! Please email jenn@jennpowelldesigns.com with any news, events and happenings. Catch me online at www.everafterinthewoods.com for delicious recipes too!