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  • Word search printable puzzle with orange pencil.

    Free November Word Search Printable – National Days Word Find

    Looking for a fun indoor activity to do now that the cooler autumn days have arrived? Try solving this free November word search printable of national days.  There are 18 national days hidden in this free word search. You can find the national days in November in all directions, including diagonally. Use the November word search…

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  • A circular plate filled with a homemade nachos recipe that has tortilla chips with ground beef, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, cheese, kidney beans, avocado and corn on top, with a small ramekin of guacamole on top garnished with cilantro and more diced tomatoes.

    National Nacho Day – Learn Fun Facts about Nachos to Celebrate!

    November 6 is the perfect day to make a big plate of nachos, because it’s National Nacho Day! If you need recipe inspiration, scroll to the bottom of the page to get our easy nachos recipe. This flavorful appetizer hails from Mexico and makes a great snack during the Super Bowl, Cinco De Mayo, and…

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  • Guy Fawkes night party

    Guy Fawkes Day – Bonfire Night – Firework Night – A Brief History

    Guy Fawkes Day is also known as Bonfire night and Firework night. It is an annual celebration, observed on November 5, in the UK and a few other places. The day is celebrated with bonfires, effigy burning fireworks and lots of singing. Read on to learn more about this historic day and get a free…

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  • A square with four November national food days featured in it including National Doughnut Day in the top left corner, National Deviled Egg Day in the top right corner, National Sandwich Day in the bottom left corner and National Candy Day in the bottom right corner.

    November Food Holidays – List of National Food Days in November

    This list of November food holidays gives us so many recipes to share. From National Candy Day to National Espresso Day, every day in November has at least one food or drink associated with it.  National days are fun to celebrate, no matter the reason. But add in some mention of foods and everyone gets excited….

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    National Candy Day – November 4th – Tempt Your Sweet Tooth!

    November 4 is National Candy Day. It celebrates popular types of candy (like chocolate and fruit candies) and less popular candies (like licorice and candy corn). There’s so many ways to observe this November national day. You can read the list of fun facts about candy below, or make one of the candy recipes at…

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  • A collage of spooky Halloween martinis including a blood martini, a black widow martini, a candy corn martini, a witches brew martini, a black magic martini and a caramel apple cider martini.

    15+ Halloween Martinis – List of Spooky Cocktail Recipes

    Want to make a tasty and impressive holiday-themed cocktail for your next Halloween party? Try making one of the Halloween martinis below! There’s over 15 different martinis in this cocktail list. Some are vibrant colors, while others have creative Halloween cocktail garnishes. You’ll find a wide range of flavors in these Halloween cocktail recipes, because…

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  • A pet black cat outside in the garden.

    National Black Cat Day – Fun Facts and Ways to Celebrate these Felines

    Black cats have a reputation for being unlucky. National Black Cat Day helps remind us how special and deserving of adoption these cats are! National Black Cat Day falls on October 27th, and is not to be confused with Black Cat Appreciation Day which falls on August 17th. Both days celebrate these cuddly kittens and…

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  • A plate of homemade caramel apples with an almond topping.

    National Caramel Apple Day – Plus a Homemade Caramel Apple Recipe

    Caramel apples are a Halloween treat with their own national day in October dedicated to them called National Caramel Apple Day.  Just as black cats, jack-o-lanterns, and spooky costumes remind us of Halloween, so do caramel apples! They have a fascinating history with ties to early Halloween celebrations. Keep reading to learn their history, some…

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    FAQs: What is All Saints’ Day? and When is All Saints’ Day?

    Have you ever found yourself wondering “what is All Saints’ Day” and “when is All Saints’ Day”? If so, you’re in luck; we’re going to answer all your questions about this holiday, and provide you with some fun facts too! All Saints’ Day is one of the many holidays with historical significance at this time…

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  • A yellow clock surrounded by sunflowers and leaves with text under it that reads "daylight saving time".

    FAQs: How Does Daylight Savings work? Do We Gain or Lose and Hour?

    With daylight saving time approaching, you might find yourself wondering “do we gain or lose an hour?“. If you ever get confused around this time of the year, don’t worry you’re not alone! Below we will explain how daylight savings works, provide a little bit of the history of daylight savings time, and answer all…

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    20+ Spooky Halloween Cocktails – Creative Holiday Drink Recipes

    Are you hosting a Halloween party this year? Try making one of the 20+ Halloween cocktails below to set the mood and impress your guests. In this list you’ll find Halloween martinis and drinks served on the rocks. They are all visually stunning, and have a wide range of flavor profiles. Some of the cocktail…

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  • Three Halloween word scrambles fanned out across a purple background. Each Halloween scramble has green text at the top, the scramble in the center, and a word bank a the bottom.

    Halloween Word Scramble Printable – Free Halloween Printable

    There are so many ways to celebrate Halloween, from carving pumpkins to making spooky cocktails and dressing up in costumes. Try solving this free Halloween word scramble printable for another fun way to celebrate this year. There are 21 Halloween words featured in this holiday word puzzle that describe different aspects of the holiday. Some words refer…

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  • A spray can labeled "Halloween" that sprays out bats.

    Halloween Quotes and Graphics – 75 Sayings to Set a Mood

    Celebrate Halloween this year with this selection of Halloween quotes and graphics! They are perfect for sharing with friends and setting the mood. These quotes encompass a wide range of emotions. There are spooky, inspiring, funny and scary quotes in this list. Some are recognizable quotes from movies and TV, while others may be new…

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  • A carved jack o lantern sitting in the woods with ghost lights behind it.

    The Legend of Stingy Jack – How Jack o Lanterns Originated

    Jack o’ lanterns are one of the main symbols of Halloween, and carving pumpkins is a Halloween tradition which stems from the Irish myth called The Legend of Stingy Jack. It’s no surprise that the first jack o lanterns hail from Ireland. After all, Halloween is a holiday that originated from Samhain, which made its…

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  • Various symbols of Halloween, including ghosts, bats, and jack o lanterns on an orange background.

    Halloween Symbols – Learn their History & Meanings on Halloween

    During the month of October, you’re likely to see lots of Halloween symbols. In the fall, stores, and homes are filled with these images. They are present in everything from the Halloween decorations we use to the food we eat, and even the cocktails we drink during this time of year. Though we see the symbols…

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  • Three free printable scavenger hunts fanned out on top of each other across an orange background.

    Free Printable Halloween Scavenger Hunt – Fun Activity for Kids

    Looking for a fun activity for Halloween? Try solving this free printable Halloween scavenger hunt!  This scavenger hunt features 12 items you will find during the holiday season. Each of the objects in this free printable for Halloween has a picture of the item, with its name underneath. This printable scavenger hunt features seasonal foods…

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  • Three free Halloween word search printables fanned out across a black background.

    Free Halloween Word Search Printable – with Answer Key Included

    October is here, and with it come DIY Halloween costumes for adults, lots of spooky craft projects and our free Halloween word search printable! This puzzle is the latest addition to our collection of free holiday word searches. The 21 words hidden in this Halloween word find puzzle are related to foods, activities and decor…

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  • A woman wearing a DIY scarecrow costume for Halloween, holding a plastic jack-o-lantern filled with candy, standing against a purple wall with paper bats on it.

    DIY Halloween Costumes for Adults – Last Minute Costume Ideas

    There are countless retail Halloween costumes that you can purchase for your adult Halloween party, but why not make your own DIY Halloween costumes instead? With a few supplies and a bit of creativity, you can come up with something that no one else at the party will likely be wearing. Maybe you’re looking for…

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  • A spooky human skull in a pile of fall leaves and embers to celebrate the history of Samhain.

    Samhain Traditions – What is Samhain and Why is it Still Relevant Today

    As we draw closer to Halloween you’re probably going to hear the term Samhain often. Let’s do a deep dive on what it is, and which Samhain traditions are still practiced today. Halloween isn’t all about carving pumpkins, parties, making DIY costumes, mixing spooky cocktails and taking your kids trick-or-treating for candy. In fact, historically…

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  • Three pumpkins on a chair made of white chenille.

    White Chenille Pumpkins – Delicate Fabric Pumpkin – Halloween Decor

    These white chenille pumpkins make great use of an old bedspread. The project is easy to do and the result is stunning! Are you tired of the traditional orange Halloween decor? Try this project on for size. Halloween is coming and if you don’t like the mess of a carved pumpkin, this project will let…

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  • Oreo mummy pops

    Oreo Cookie Pops – Halloween Mummy Cookie Pop Recipe

    These Oreo cookie pops are a spooky mummy-themed snack on a stick. This Halloween dessert is equally scary and cute!  Halloween is just about here, but there is still time for one last minute snack idea. I love making cake pops but they can take a lot of time to put together. These mummy cookie…

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  • An orange circle with a white text overlay in it that says free printable Halloween coloring pages, over a collage of four Halloween coloring sheets including a ghost and spider coloring page, pumpkin coloring sheet, ghost coloring page and a witch coloring sheet.

    35+ Free Printable Halloween Coloring Sheets (PDF & JPG)

    Looking for a fun Halloween activity that the whole family will enjoy? Get the 35+ free printable Halloween coloring sheets. You’ll find many Halloween symbols featured in these free coloring pages including black cats, witches, jack-o-lanterns, skeletons, bats, ghosts, spiders and more! These Halloween coloring pages are great for all ages. Some have designs with…

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  • A round up collage of pumpkin recipes in images.

    Pumpkin Recipes for Halloween and Thanksgiving

    Looking for something delicious to cook this fall? Try making one of the pumpkin recipes in the list below for Halloween or Thanksgiving! You can also make them for one of the pumpkin themed national days this month, like National Pumpkin Day on October 26, or Carve a Pumpkin Day on October 31.  Keep reading for…

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  • Wreath ideas for front door

    Fall and Halloween Wreath Ideas – Making Outdoor Wreaths

    These fall and Halloween wreath ideas will capture the spirit of the season in a spooky and fun way. From burlap wreaths covered with bats to a colorful Halloween mesh wreath made with a black kitty cat center, there’s an idea everyone will love! The days are getting cooler and the leaves are falling. I…

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    Mini Pumpkin Planters for Succulents – Fall Decor Idea

    Fall is here, which means it’s pumpkin season! If you want to try your hand at a fall themed project, try making these adorable mini pumpkin planters for succulents. While carved pumpkins are a lot of fun at Halloween time, carving them opens the pumpkin up and this leads to rotting. This DIY fall decor…

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  • Scarecrow wreath autumn door decoration

    Straw Hat Scarecrow Wreath – Easy DIY Fall Door Decoration

    This adorable DIY straw hat scarecrow door decoration will usher in the fall and delight your family and neighbors. This project uses fall-themed elements, to make a front door wreath that will be festive all season long. There’s so many opportunities for crafting and decorating over these next few months. Hanging a fall or Halloween wreath…

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