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With crisp temperatures perfect for strolls or sight- seeing and breathtaking scenery awash in bright au- tumnal hues, autumn land- scapes make for the ide- al backdrop for weekend plans, including shopping excursions. Fall is a great season to enjoy festivals, farmer's mar- kets and craft fairs, as mer- chants look to liquidate in- ventory before they prepare for the rush of the upcom- ing holiday season. Cities, towns, hamlets, and every- thing 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. FRESH PRODUCE Farms big and small are bursting with produce come the fall. You can find the last vestiges of summer crops mingling with the first fruits of autumn. Grab the last of tomatoes and start thinking ahead to apples, squashes, lettuces, and grapes. You can even get an early start on pumpkin season — both for cooking and carving. Stock the car with reus- able tote bags and scour the farmer's markets for season- al finds. Chances are you al- so might pick up some extra treats, such as fresh honey or canned jams. FOOD FINDS As plants are harvested, many items are turned into delicious treats. No autumn shopping excursion is com- plete until you smell a fresh- baked apple pie or some ap- ple cider doughnuts. Corn breads and fritters, cran- berry snacks and wines from nearby wineries also are easy to find in autumn. These items make welcome additions to your own pan- try, or bring a freshly made treat to a friend or family member's home when pay- ing a visit. Also, don't miss the food- related festivals that pop up on community calendars in the fall. From garlic to pota- toes to pumpkins to chees- es, many seasonal items are on display. You also can sam- ple these foods in interest- ing applications and make a day of gathering recipes and supplies to enjoy later. CRAFTS, JEWELRY AND DÉCOR Include a trip to a craft fair, where local vendors come together to display and sell their wares, on your weekend schedule. Hand- crafted items make thought- ful and unique gifts, which can be tucked away for giv- ing later in the year. Booths at these types of events tend to be diverse. Spend the day strolling town squares or closed-off city centers, and you may find some hand-fashioned jew- elry or home-crafted arti- sanal soaps. Those eager to enhance their homes' décor may find unique items like painted signs, knit afghans and much more. Shopping local shops, farms and fairs is a great way to enjoy the fresh au- tumn air while supporting local businesses. Visit a local market this fall and you will like- ly go home with plenty of fresh foods and unique items. Apple and pumpkin picking Although scores of people cite summer as their favorite time of year, autumn also is a beloved season. Cool breez- es and crisp air seem tailor- made for afternoons spent enjoying the great outdoors. The pleasant autumn weath- er and awe-inspiring foliage may be the reason so many festivals and outdoor events are scheduled this time of year. Apple- and pumpkin- picking are popular fall pas- times. Neighborhood or- chards open their doors to the public, allowing men, women and children to scour their fields and trees for the perfect finds. Heed these picking tips to make the experience even more of a success. APPLES Many orchards that have open picking seasons plant dwarf apple trees to make the picking process easier, particularly for young chil- dren, so there's no need to bring along a ladder. You should still be able to find plenty of apples close to the ground. A good farmer will know when certain varieties of ap- ples are ripe, and he or she will likely cordon off trees that are not ready for pick- ing. Ripe apples will be crisp and firm. Keep in mind that apples ripen from the out- side of the tree inward. Those are the ones usually picked first, anyway. Try to get to an orchard earlier in the season. If you wait too long, the trees may be picked of most of the best fruit. Depending on where you live, apple-picking sea- son may begin in mid-Sep- tember and continue into mid-October. Apples can bruise, so don't toss them into baskets when picking. Also, wait to wash apples until right be- fore eating to prevent mois- ture-related spoilage. Ap- ples keep best in a cool lo- cation. PUMPKINS Pumpkin patches are of- ten found in close proximi- ty to apple orchards. Picking pumpkins to eat or decorate the home is a popular au- tumn activity, one that fam- ilies often enjoy together. When visiting a pumpkin patch, dress accordingly. That means wearing shoes that you don't mind getting dirty, as the patch may be muddy. Layer clothing in case it is a chilly day. Breez- es are more pronounced in open fields. Pumpkins are "long-keep- ers," which means if they are uncut or not damaged, they can last for several weeks. This means you can pick pumpkins at the same time as apples. When selecting a pumpkin, look for one that is completely orange. A fter picking, a green or yellow pumpkin may never ripen to orange. Bring along a small wagon and knife so that you can cut the vine, if necessary. Pump- kins are heavy, and a wagon will come in handy, especial- ly with youngsters in tow. Ripe pumpkins should not dent easily. Examine your pumpkin for holes or in- sects, which could indicate internal rot that greatly re- duces the shelf life of the pumpkin. Remember, carv- ing the pumpkin reduces its life expectancy, so be sure to reserve that task until close to Halloween. If you desire a pumpkin to turn into a baked treat or other dish, you will need a type of small, sweet cooking pumpkin known as a "sug- ar pumpkin." The meat of this pumpkin is much less stringy and more smooth than decorative pumpkin varieties. Autumn is the season for apple- and pumpkin-picking. This is a great way to spend an afternoon outdoors with the family. If possible, vis- it an orchard on a weekday, when the crowds will be much smaller than during prime fall weekends.