What are you doing this weekend? Here are some spooky suggestions

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More than 2 million people are in prison in America, yet we rarely encounter their stories or perspectives. Join us to hear from individuals who have served long prison sentences, someone waiting for a loved one to come home, and a former prosecutor now advocating criminal justice reform. (Photo courtesy of VFTCB)

October is here and spooky season is in full swing! Get your frightening fix with this week’s batch of brand new events at Eastern State, Colebrookdale Railroad and many more of Montgomery County’s best destinations. To check out all the listing from Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, click here.

SEARCHLIGHT SERIES: FIRSTHAND STORIES

October 2
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site

Firsthand Stories of People Impacted by Prosecution and Prison: A Panel Discussion Co-Hosted with FAMM

More than 2 million people are in prison in America, yet we rarely encounter their stories or perspectives. Join us to hear from individuals who have served long prison sentences, someone waiting for a loved one to come home, and a former prosecutor now advocating criminal justice reform.

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APPLE BUTTER FROLIC

October 6
Mennonite Heritage Center

This popular autumn festival, hosted by the Mennonite Heritage Center, has been enjoyed by the local community for over 40 years. The frolic is an opportunity to learn how Mennonites and their neighbors lived 100 or more years ago, with folk craft demonstrations, horse and wagon rides, and delicious Pennsylvania German food.

FALL FARM DAYS

October 6
The Amish Farm and House

We are an educational farm museum, we make learning fun! Fall Farm Days is our way of showing what the fall season is like on a farm. Read the list below for the complete list of fall activities.

– activities: pumpkin chunking, pumpkin painting, face painting, corn maze, buggy and hay rides.
– artisans: blacksmith, farrier, woodcarver, and clay artist
– food sampling: apple sauce, apple cider, butter churning, and various fall foods from Amish country.

On Saturday and Monday Fisher’s Harness shop will be on our farm demonstrating how they make their genuine leather goods. This is an authentic Amish experience that you don’t want to miss!

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