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utumn is tailor-made for getting out of the house to enjoy the great outdoors. With crisp temperatures perfect for strolls or sightseeing and breathtaking scenery awash in bright autumnal hues, autumn landscapes make for the ideal backdrop for weekend plans, including shopping excursions.

on pumpkin season — both for cooking and carving.

Stock the car with reusable tote bags and scour the farmer’s markets for seasonal finds.

Chances are you also might pick up some extra treats, such as fresh honey or canned jams.

Fall is a great season to enjoy festivals, farmer’s markets and craft fairs, as merchants look to liquidate inventory before they prepare for the rush of the upcoming holiday season. Cities, towns, hamlets, and everything in between will host their share of open markets and more with great deals to be had, and fall is an ideal time to visit local shops and stands.

Food finds As plants are harvested, many items are turned into delicious treats. No autumn shopping excursion is complete until you smell a fresh-baked apple pie or some apple cider doughnuts.

Corn breads and fritters, cranberry snacks and wines from nearby wineries also are easy to find in autumn. These items make welcome additions to your own pantry, or bring a freshly made treat to a friend or family member’s home when paying a visit.

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State Park Spotlight: Belmont Lake State Park

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elmont Lake State Park, located in West Babylon, is a 463acre day use park bisected

by Carll's Creek and Belmont Lake.

The park, established in 1926, had been owned by August Belmont and served as farmland for some of Belmont's equestrian activities.

Robert Moses chose this park to establish the regional headquarters for all state parks on Long Island in 1935, which serves the public today for region-wide permit sales, park administration and as headquarters for the New York State Park Police.

The park is primarily visited by families seeking outdoor gatherings, picnics and informal sports activities.

It provides a bucolic feeling adjacent to the Southern State Parkway at exit 38 among densely developed neighborhoods. Carll's Creek stretches 4.2 miles south to the Great South Bay with a trail for hiking and biking. Horseback riding is available through the nearby Babylon Riding Center (for information call 631-587-7778). The 42-acre Belmont Lake is encircled by a similar path, making a total of 7.6 miles of multi-use trails.

Other waterfowl that can be easily spotted include Northern Shovelers, Mergansers, Teal, Great Blue Heron, and Egrets.

Patrons enjoy activities such as picnicking, playgrounds and using the various courts and fields. The lake attracts trail walking, fishing and non-motorized boating. The 7.6 miles of trails throughout the park are available for hiking, walking, biking, nature observation and weather permitting, cross-country skiing.

Pedal boats and rowboats are available for rent on the lake through the summer. They also allow kayaks and canoes to be launched from the boat dock while the boat dock is open (they can't be inflatable, must be hard bottomed, no motors, no surfboards or wakeboards, and no paddle boards). If you cannot bring your own kayak, kayak rentals are also available for a nominal fee.

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The park's significant natural features include the 26-acre, spring-fed Belmont Lake and a significant wetland complex. The lake provides springtime trout fishing and summer bass fishing for the avid anglers who use the park. It is home to permanent and migratory waterfowl populations.

Park visitors enjoy watching Osprey diving from high above to catch fish for their young in the spring.

The seventh annual Great JackO’-Lantern Sail will take place at Belmont Lake State Park on October 26, 2019. This year’s event will run from 3:00pm-6:00pm and the Pumpkin Sail will begin at 6:15pm.

The first 50 carved pumpkins received are placed on flotation devices with candles inserted inside and are sailed around the lake behind kayaks. Children’s activities include crafts, games, inflatables, funny photos and trick-or-treat stations.

They can also visit the not-so-scary ‘Spooky Den’.

Plan your day trip today to visit Belmont Lake State Park, it truly has a lot to offer!

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s children head back to school, they and their parents have lots to do to be ready for the first days of school. Clothing and supplies may be top priorities, but families also should focus on safety as the first day of school draws close.

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School bus safety The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that school buses are the safest way for children to travel to and from school. The majority of school bus-related injuries occur while students are boarding and getting off the bus.

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Decks make for great gathering places when the weather permits.

Decks are where many people spend their free time and eat their meals come spring and summer, when the temperatures climb and the sun sets well into the evening. But as summer turns to fall, homeowners must take measures to protect their decks from potentially harsh winter weather.

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Homeowners who like to sit on their decks in winter will no doubt want to leave some furniture out over the winter. But those with lots of furniture for entertaining guests can likely move the majority of that furniture into a garage or shed for the winter. HGTV notes that doing so will prevent the potential formation of blemishes on the deck that can result from inconsistent weathering.

• Remove snow, but do so carefully. Prolonged contact with snow and ice can damage a deck.

As a result, homeowners should clear snow from their decks when accumulation is significant. HGTV recommends using a snow blower on the deck to avoid scarring. If a shovel must be used, push snow with the planks to reduce the risk of damaging the deck.

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Saturday, September 14 Sunday, September 15 11:00AM - 6:00PM Tanner Park (Kerrigan Road in Copiague) www.familypetshows.com/ long-island-pet-expo-in-thepark Head to Tanner Park for the Long Island Pet Expo, which will feature performances, exhibits, petting zoos and more. The event is free for all! Rain date: September 28-29.

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Sunday, September 15th 10:00AM - 4:30PM Hilton 598 Broad Hollow Road (Rt. 110), Melville www.over50fair.com Join others at this celebration of life on Long Island for adults ages 50+! There will be 80+ exhibitors/vendors on hand along with 30 classes including a yoga class, a dance demonstration, sports memorabilia, essential oils, current real estate trends, financial talks about estate planning, social security, Medicare and more! Plus, learn about products for you and your home, learn about

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different activities you can participate in, hear about travel opportunities and even meet that special someone in their Singles Lounge, compliments of MTN Matchmaking! Cost is $6/person in advance (go to their website) or $8/person at the door. Veterans can attend for free with their ID.

Family Program: Forest Explorers

Saturday, September 21st 10:00AM - 11:30AM Connetquot River State Park Preserve 3525 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale 631.581.1072 www.parks.ny.gov How often do you truly look at the forest while walking? Come and discover all the little things that make strolling through the preserve special...it may surpise you! Family Programs are recommended for children 5 and up. Cost is $4/person and there will be an $8 parking fee. Reservations are required. Please call to RSVP.

2019 Long Island Fair At Old Bethpage Village Restoration

Saturday, September 21st Sunday, September 22nd & Saturday, September 28th - Sunday, September 29th 10:00AM - 5:00PM Old Bethpage Village Restoration 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage 516.572.8409 www.lifair.org Every fall the Old Bethpage Village Restoration hosts the Long Island Fair. There will be tons of exhibits, as well as a variety of performers and www.seasonsmagazineonline.com

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2019 Tobay Boat Show

Friday, September 27th Sunday, September 29th 12:00PM - 6:00PM Friday 10:00AM - 6:00PM Saturday & Sunday Tobay Beach Ocean Parkway, Massapequa www.strongsmarine.com/ event/tobay-boat-show The Tobay Boat Show is the place to be for super savings with exclusive boat show discounts, special dealer incentives and on the spot financing. There will be hundreds of new and used boats in the water and on land, allowing there to be something for every taste and budget. There will also be food, drinks and live music!

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery's 2019 Fall Festival

Saturday, September 28th 10:00AM - 4:30PM Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor 516.692.6768 www.cshfishhatchery.org/ event/fall-festival This event will feature plenty of activities and exhibits for the entire family, such as kids fishing, a petting zoo, a pumpkin patch, environmental exhibitors, music, games, food and more. Admission is $6/adult, $4/child or senior and free for members. Rain date is October 5th.

Wildwood Fall Festival

Saturday, September 28th 10:00AM - 4:30PM Wildwood State Park 790 Hulse Landing Road, Wading River 631.929.4314 The 26th Annual Fall Festival at Wildwood State Park will be a fun filled family event featuring a variety of craft vendors, live entertainment and refreshments. All activities will be free! Some activities include, pony rides, petting zoo, inflatables, build a scarecrow contest, pumpkin weight raffle and children's games.

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Sunday, October 6th 10:00AM - 5:00PM The Shoppes At East Wind 5768 New York 25A, Wading River 631.929.3500 The Shoppes are welcoming Autumn with a celebration of pumpkins, scarecrows and family fun, including a special Riverhead Ford Roundup Car Show until 3:00PM. There will be local vendors, great food and of course, shopping!

Famous Food Festival

Saturday, October 12th Sunday, October 13th 10:00AM - 7:00PM Tanger Outlets Deer Park 102 Arches Circle, Deer Park www.famousfoodfestival. com This festival will feature over 60 food vendors, live music, a beer and wine garden, a virtual reality gaming area, multi-sport simulator, butterfly exhibit and much more. Cost is $5/ person and children 10 and under are free.

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Tuesday, October 15th 11:00AM - 2:00PM Holiday Inn Plainview 215 Sunnyside Blvd, Plainview www.eventbrite.com Come and open the doors of opportunity when you meet and interview with hiring managers at companies ranging from small local businesses to Fortune 500 corporations.

This fair will allow you to learn about businesses that are hiring and what their hiring needs are. Register online today!

Saturday, October 26th Sunday, October 27th 8:00AM YMCA 255 W. Main Street Patchogue www.suffolkmarathon.com Join others as they run either a marathon, half marathon, 10K or 5K to support our veterans! The Freedom Fest will begin at 9:00AM, shortly after the first half marathoners will finish. This festival will take place right in the heart of downtown Patchogue and will feature live music and showcase the rich and diverse collection of food and beverage options available across Suffolk County. For more information, please visit their website.

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Easy ways to clean up leaves

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utumn is marked by colorful foliage and plummeting temperatures. Once those leaves reach peak color, they fall from the branches and collect on lawns, necessitating cleanup projects. For homeowners with big yards, such a project can be tiring and timeconsuming. However, there are ways to make leaf cleanup easier.

One of the easiest ways to clean up leaves is to reach for a lawn mower rather than a rake. The mower will cut leaves down to smaller sizes, creating an effective mulch that can add nutrients back into the lawn. Davey, a lawn and landscape solutions service, says that mowed leaves also can be collected in a mower bag and added to garden beds or compost piles.

For those who prefer manual raking, select a rake with tines that will not skewer the leaves in the process. Big rakes also can make faster work of gathering leaves into piles.

Leaf blowers remain a fast option for cleaning up yards, but they require electricity or gas and can be noisy.

Still, they are a popular choice for large landscapes or when quick work needs to be made of leaf clean-up.

Leaves will fall in autumn, but luckily homeowners have various methods at their disposal to tame the mess.

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The home improvement resource The Family Handyman advocates for the use of a lawn sweeper. This is a manual device that has a rotating sweeping brush that gathers up lawn debris and leaves into an attached hopper bag. Like mowed leaves, the bag can be emptied into a compost pile or distributed where needed.

The month of August is named in honor of Augustus Caesar and previously went by the name "Sextilis." Sextilis referred to the sixth month of the Gregorian calendar before January and February were added at the start of the year. Historians theorize that August has 31 days because Augustus wanted the month to have the same number of days as July, which was named in honor of his uncle, Gaius Julius Caesar. The traditional birthstone of August is peridot, and the gladiolus and poppy are the month's traditional flowers. August also is the last full month of summer.

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seasonally. Otherwise, the tarp can be used as a funnel to put leaves into a gardening bag or another appropriate receptacle.

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What I Love About Lon Grace S of Oceanside: Autumn weather is much cooler and vegetables you can't grow in the summer bloom: spinach, broccoli, lettuce... all the good greens which keep us healthy. I go down to the beach and get the endless amounts of seaweed and put it around the plants because the trace minerals are in the seaweed. HAPPY FALL GARDENING! Grace to You.

Natalia K of Westbury: I love the crisp fall air, going outside with a cozy sweater on and going apple and pumpkin picking out east… and of course getting an apple cider donut and hot apple cider!

John W of Bay Shore: I love the autumn for it's reminders of my soccer season playing days, my cool weather jogging workouts and the fall festivals on Long Island that I attend with respect to local businesses.

Jo-Anne O of West Islip: What I love about Long Island in autumn is the fresh smell of the new fallen leaves on the ground from the trees, the crisp air, the cool nights, the evenings spent with the family watching the fires in our fire pit and/or our fireplace with the crisp dead leaves that we’ve collected as a family from our yard while drinking hot cocoa. It’s a great time to experience the changing of the seasons and still be able to enjoy the outside with the family.

Dorrine L of Smithtown: I love autumn on Long Island because it is a very peaceful time of year! The days are still lovely and warm and then the nights cool off…it is generally quieter with all the kids back in school and there are still plenty of beautiful beach days to enjoy!

And of course I love all the beautiful fall foliage!

Diane J of Coram: I love autumn on Long Island for all the brilliant colors our leaves turn here…for the fresh smell of the cool air…all our farms with apples and pumpkins to pick…and all the fall festivals…a lovely time of year here!

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Diana L of Port Jefferson: Fall on Long Island is such a beautiful and cozy time. A simple drive out east always leads to an unexpected adventure. Between apple picking, pumpkin picking and fall festivals, there is always something fun to do! You can also pick up fresh fall crop harvest at a variety of lovely farm stands throughout the island!

Susan & Bob D of Lindenhurst: What I love about Long Island in autumn is my Autumn Birthday, September 26th! Of course Halloween on Long Island with all the home decorations to see among autumn foliage/ colorful leaves. Also, autumn weather is just right…not too hot and not too cold!

Hilary S of Commack: How could you not love Long Island for all it has to offer and fall is no exception. We have the most beautiful fall foliage here. Take a drive down Northern State or Southern State Parkways and you will see the brightest orange, red and yellow leaves to brighten your day. Take a drive down Route 25A on the North Shore of LI from Suffolk into Nassau & enjoy the water, boats and all the houses decorating for the upcoming Fall season. It is a very festive place to live offering the most relaxing feeling and feels wonderful!

All you have to do is take the time to notice and take it all in.

Robert S of Port Jefferson Station: The leaves start to turn color. The humidity goes down and a perfect time to be outdoors.

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Peak viewing planning guide

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illions of people each year look forward to the magnificent colors on display in autumn. Fall offers irreplaceable views, whether you’re atop a mountain ridge or thick in the folds of a forest. In addition, the crackle of leaves underfoot and the earthy smell of the soil tempts the senses even more.

want to take out their prized camera equipment for leaf-peeping excursions. Also bring along a map or a GPS-enabled device so you can explore back roads and areas off the beaten path more readily.

There are plenty of apps that can help with foliage-finding adventures, so a phone is a handy tool. When packing, also bring along hiking boots, comfortable layered clothing and any equipment you’d normally take for an afternoon in the great outdoors.

Some advance planning can help make fall foliage trips that much more enjoyable and awe-inspiring.

Peak viewing times Areas of the northern-most latitude will start to show color earlier than more southern areas. Generally speaking, the leaf-viewing season begins in late September and runs through early November for much of North America. Peak times for viewing depend on areas of travel and time of year. For large swaths of Canada and the United States, plan trips for late-September to mid-October. The Weather Channel offers maps and charts at www. weather.com/maps/fall-foliage for the peak times for many areas of the U.S.

Pick your destination Anywhere with deciduous trees provides the opportunity to witness blazing autumn color. During leafpeeping season, travelers can go coast to coast and see awesome vistas. Some regions are particularly known for their leaf displays. New York’s Catskill and Adirondack regions are prime spots for visitors in the autumn. Those who live further north will find that leaves in Vermont are such an attraction that routes are published indicating where to enjoy

the best views. Further south, Central and Eastern Virginia peak in late October. And don’t forget the shores of the Great Lakes, which are awash in reds, oranges and yellows by mid-September. The travel resource Frommer’s offers more leaf-peeping locales to visit.

Pack the right gear While most people are not without a smartphone that can capture amazing high-resolution imagery, serious leaf photographers may

Another idea is to hit the ATM machine prior to the visit. Many smaller towns and their local shops may not take credit cards, so it’s best to have cash on hand for food and souvenirs.

Extend the day Make leaf-peeping part of a larger series of events for the day. Scope out vineyards where you can sample local wines or plan trips around orchards, where you can come home with beautiful photos as well as fresh-picked apples and pumpkins.

You may find a county fair or street festival while exploring.

Lesser-known information about Halloween

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alloween is a day of costumes, hijinks and an often unhealthy helping of sugary sweets. Many celebrants know that Halloween evolved from ancient Celtic festivals, such as Samhain, which marked the end of the harvest season and the dawn of winter. Celts were no longer spending long days in the pastures, and so they gathered in their homes to tell stories and wait out the winter.

When Christianity spread, Halloween became intertwined with a feast day dedicated to the saints and deceased loved ones. “All Hallows Even,” eventually got shortened to “Hallowe’en,” and then Halloween.

Though certain parts of Halloween history are well-known, there are many additional interesting facts about this beloved holiday that are less widely known. The following are some lesser known Halloween tidbits, courtesy of the websites, The Thought & Expression Company and Random History, as well as “The Halloween Handbook” (Citadel Press)

by Ed Morrow.

• The first jack-o-lanterns were made from turnips and beets.

Pumpkins were used after

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• Trick-or-treating may have originated with a European custom called “souling.” On All Soul’s Day, early Christians would go doorto-door begging for “soul cakes,” which were square pieces of bread with currants. The more cakes a person received, the more prayers he or she would promise to the dead relatives of the cake donors.

Halloween was brought to North America.

• The word “witch” is thought to come from the Olde English word “wicce,” meaning “wise woman.”

Witches once were held in high regard.

• Pumpkins actually are a fruit, a type of squash that is a member of the gourd family. Its cousins include cucumbers, melons, and other squashes.

• Witches may have rubbed a sacred ointment made with a hallucinogenic herb onto their skin.

This gave them a feeling of flying, and if they had been fasting, they felt even giddier. Many witches rode on horseback, but those who were poor traveled on foot and carried a broom to launch themselves over streams.

• One-quarter of all the candy sold each year is purchased around Halloween. Halloween candy sales in the United States average about $2 billion annually.

• Some people still celebrate the ancient Celtic customs of Samhain. Many followers of various pagan religions, such as the Druids and Wiccans, observe this day as a religious festival and a memorial

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day for their deceased friends. It also is a night to practice various forms of divination.

• The owl is a popular Halloween symbol. In Medieval Europe, owls were thought to be witches.

• The first-known mention of trickor-treating was found in print in 1927 in Blackie, Alberta, Canada.

• Ireland is believed by many to be the birthplace of Halloween.

• Both Salem, Massachusetts, and Anoka, Minnesota, are the selfproclaimed Halloween capitals of the world.

• Pumpkins are now carved and displayed as Halloween decorations. Orange is a color of strength and symbolic of the harvest. The largest pumpkin ever grown was more than 1,600 pounds. It was grown by Joe Jutras of North Scituate, RI.

Halloween is a mysterious time, born of various festivals, rituals and symbolism. Over several centuries, the celebration has evolved into a holiday enjoyed by millions, each in their own different ways.

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Things to consider before warming up next to your first fire

Closing the pool for another season

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losing a pool at the end of the swimming season can be bittersweet. Homeowners may be sad to bid adieu to the lazy days of splashing and swimming, but ready to embrace the cooler weather and the beauty of autumn. Before the leaves begin to fall from the trees, pool owners must prepare to close, or winterize, their pools.

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warm fire can make even the coldest winter day more enjoyable.

Fireplaces may not get much use in spring or summer, but come late fall and throughout the winter, the fireplace can be a great place for families to gather.

• Gather your supplies. Make a list of the supplies you need to close the pool. Having everything on hand will make the process far more efficient than trying to wing it. Closing a pool can be a large job, so it pays to have some extra hands available. Enlist some helpers who will be available to hand you materials or to assist with placing the cover on the pool, which can be challenging to do on your own.

Before fireplace season hits full swing, homeowners might want to brush up on a few fireplace facts so they can safely enjoy nights spent sitting by the crackling flames.

The Chimney Safety Institute of America advises homeowners with fireplaces to hire a CSIA-certified chimney sweep to clean their fireplaces.

After a lengthly period of non-use, various issues could be affecting the chimney, many of which might not be noticeable to an untrained eye. Professional, certified chimney sweeps have extensive knowledge of fireplaces, making them valuable resources who can let homeowners know if any safety issues developed since fireplaces were last used.

The National Protection Agency recommends that chimneys be swept at least once per year.

A full inspection of the chimney might be in order as well. Chimney service technicians will conduct thorough examinations of readily accessible portions of the chimney exterior and interior and accessible portions of the appliance and the chimney connection. The CSIA recommends that homeowners who plan to use their chimneys as they have in the past request a Level 1 inspection, which will examine the soundness of the chimney structure and flue as well as the basic appliance installation and connections. Technicians also will verify if the chimney is free of obstruction and combustible deposits.

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Dampers should open and close smoothly. If not, a service technician can help fix or replace the damper.

Firewood is another thing homeowners must consider before lighting their first fires of the season.

The CSIA says that well-seasoned firewood works best, noting that wood that is not well-seasoned will produce more smoke than heat. In addition, the home improvement resource This Old House recommends using dense wood that’s been split and stored in a high and dry place for at least six months.

Oak is an example of dense wood that, when stored properly, can make for an enjoyable fireplace experience.

Avoid softwoods like pine. Pine can produce a lot of creosote, which is a byproduct of wood combustion.

Creosote is highly flammable, and as it builds up in a chimney, the risk for a chimney fire increases.

Choosing the right wood, making sure it’s well-seasoned and having a chimney professionally cleaned can reduce the risk of a creosoterelated chimney fire. A Level 1 inspection should determine if there are potentially dangerous levels of creosote deposits in the chimney.

Before nestling up to a fireplace this winter, homeowners should consider a host of factors and safety measures to ensure their fireplaces are safe and ready for the season ahead.

climates, a pool-water antifreeze may be necessary. Check with your pool supply retailer for more information.

• Run the filter. Run the filter at least 24 hours before disassembling the filter for the season. This will help circulate any chemicals added through the water.

• Drain the pool’s water to the appropriate level. Water should fall just below the skimmer opening.

Many pools do not need to be completely drained for the winter.

• Don’t wait until the last minute to purchase necessary chemicals. The chemicals used throughout the season will also be needed in the winterization process. Therefore, be sure you have enough before pool supplies become difficult to find in area stores. These include sanitizer, algaecide and pH-balancing chemicals.

• Clean the entire pool area.

Ensuring the pool water and the surface of the pool is clean can make reopening the pool easy.

Vacuum the pool thoroughly, removing any debris and organic matter that can contribute to algae growth. Don’t forget to brush down the walls of the pool and clean the jets and area where the filter skimmer meets the pool.

Pool walls have plenty of crevices where algae can hide and multiply.

• Test the water. Leading pool products manufacturer Hayward recommends adjusting the pH to between 7.2 and 7.8 to prevent stains, scaling and algae growth.

Alkalinity should be 80 to 125 ppm for plaster/gunite pools and 125 to 150 ppm for other pool types. Test the level of available chlorine, and super-chlorinate the pool to maintain a sanitation level of at least 4 ppm. Once the pool cover is on, the amount of chlorine that escapes due to sunlight and evaporation will decrease. An algaecide may be used, if desired, as well. In very cold

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• Shut off the filter pump, heater and any other equipment.

Let all water drain out and allow equipment to dry before storing them away. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for lubrication and covering. Install freeze plugs if you choose to use them.

• Adjust electricity settings. Turn off the circuit to outdoor outlets that feed the pool equipment, testing to make sure the power is off.

• Put accessories away. Remove any ladders, diving boards, slides, external drain lines, and other recreational materials from the pool, storing them in a garage or shed so they are not subjected to potentially harsh winter weather.

• Inflate air pillows to roughly 80 percent full if you will be using them. Gather your helpers to attach the pool cover or leaf catcher net. Secure it thoroughly with anchors, water bags, wire fasteners, or whatever method is applicable for the cover and pool type. Remember, a quality pool cover will last for several years and keep leaves, dust and other unwanted items out of the water.

Come early autumn, homeowners can begin closing their pools to keep them secure and clean until the next swimming season begins.

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Seasonal Selections A sweet and savory Halloween treat

Save the tricks for another time; this Halloween is all about the treats.

Halloween parties are par for the course, and spooktacular hosts and hostesses want to serve their guests something special. Enter a dessert hybrid that layers various flavors to create a masterpiece that simply works.

This recipe for “Grilled Chocolate Chip Cookie Bacon S’mores,” courtesy of the National Pork Board and Tiffany Edwards of Le Crème de la Crumb, is the Frankenstein’s monster of the dessert world. You’d be hardpressed to find a person who can pass up the salty swagger of smoked bacon paired with the creamy richness of chocolate and the crunch and sweetness of a chocolate chip cookie. Top it with marshmallow and this Halloween treat is alive with flavor!

Grilled Chocolate Chip Cookie Bacon S’mores Yields 12 12 thick-cut slices bacon (hickory smoked, Applewood smoked or maple) 12 large marshmallows 12 2-inch squares chocolate good quality 12 skewers 12 tablespoons butter, softened 3⁄4 cup brown sugar 1⁄4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla

1 egg plus 1 egg yolk 2 cups flour 1 3.4-ounce box instant French vanilla pudding mix, dry, not prepared 1 teaspoon baking soda 1⁄2 teaspoon salt 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Make the cookies: In a bowl, cream together butter, sugar and brown sugar for 1 to 2 minutes until light and very fluffy. Add vanilla, egg and egg yolk, and mix well. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, pudding mix, baking soda, and salt.

Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until incorporated and dough comes together. Stir in chocolate chips. Cover very tightly and chill for at least 1 hour.

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Preheat oven to 350 F. Roll dough into balls (about 11⁄2 inch) and space 2 to 3 inches apart on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned on top. Allow to cool 5 to 10 minutes on baking sheet before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

To grill the bacon: Heat a grill to medium-high heat. Thread bacon onto skewers in an S-shape. Place skewers directly on grill and cook 8 to 12 minutes, rotating as needed to ensure even cooking. Transfer to a plate, let cool and then remove bacon from skewers. Set aside.

Meanwhile, roast the marshmallows: Roast marshmallows directly over the grill using skewers or roasting sticks until cooked to your preference.

Assemble s’mores: Flip one cookie over so it’s upside down. Place a square of chocolate on top of the upside-down cookie, then top with grilled marshmallow, bacon and a right side-up second cookie. Serve immediately.

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