A small white dog in a witch costume.
Fall Guide
3 months ago
Keep pets safe this Halloween

While Halloween hijinks may be ideal fun for plenty of ghosts and ghouls, companion animals may not be so enthusiastic come October 31. In fact, Halloween can be a source of stress and even dangerous for many pets. Here are some things pet parents should keep in mind prior to Halloween.

Up close of a fake skeleton with a black hood.
Fall Guide
3 months ago
Why we love to be scared: the story behind Halloween’s frights

From the earliest ghost houses to massive theme-park events, why Halloween’s scares still thrill.

Lots of halloween decorations on a porch and yard.
Fall Guide
3 months ago
Boo-tiful Yards: Halloween Themes to Make Your Home Ready for the Holiday

From spooky to silly, here are ideas to make your home the talk of the neighborhood.

A pumpkin with painted dots on it sits on a table with different cups of paint.
Fall Guide
3 months ago
Easy DIY Halloween Decor for the whole family

Halloween fun starts well before October 31 in The Valley. These hands-on craft ideas make decorating your home a local tradition—no carving required.

RHSPCA Fall Pets
Fall Guide
3 months ago
RHSPCA’s “Pick a Pumpkin, Pick a Pet” event

Have a furry friend join you for fall activities!

Fall Guide
3 months ago
Celebrate Autumn with These 5 Fall Drink Recipes Everyone Will Love

Fall in the Shenandoah Valley comes with piles of leaves and chilly nights, which means you can sip your way through the season. From cozy cocktails to sparkling mocktails, these trending drink recipes are all about celebrating autumn with style.

Fall Guide
3 months ago
Fall Guide: 5 Fall Desserts You’ll Want to Try

From Halloween parties to Thanksgiving spreads, these five fall-inspired dessert recipes blend seasonal favorites like pumpkin, apple, and chocolate into must-try treats for the cooler months in the Valley.

People browse produce at a farmers market.
Fall Guide
3 months ago
Autumn Adventures: Festivals and Workshops Across the Valley

From small-town charm to hands-on creativity, here are some of the events bringing people together in the Shenandoah Valley this fall.

Lots of pumpkins and mums around an old truck.
Fall Guide
3 months ago
Harvest Time in the Valley: Farms to visit this Fall

If you’re looking to savor the flavors of fall, here are six farms and orchards where autumn truly comes alive.