Looking for Halloween fun for the whole family? The best fall event in the NYC area is definitely the annual Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze. Its two metro sites - Croton in the Hudson Valley and Nassau County on Long Island - are within easy reach by car or train. You'll find thousand of illuminated pumpkins arranged to resemble New York City landmarks, dragons and more. Here are the 2022 dates and ... continue reading...
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Saratoga Springs: Why You Should Visit Off-Season
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