As the air cools and fall approaches, pumpkins of all are now in season. At Trader Joe’s, this autumnal fruit comes in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Pictured is only a few of the various pumpkins they have in stores, including mini white and orange pumpkins perfect for carving a jack-o-lantern or whipping up your favorite fall treat.
As the latter parts of the year nears, so does the craving for a warm and comforting treat. Cinnamon rolls are often made in the fall season and can be customized to one’s preference. Pictured is an attempt to make these delectable bundles of warmth, with a twist of pumpkin and nutmeg.
Several cafes and restaurants have begun to implement fall flavors in their menus. Not far from Ayala is Klatch Coffee in the Shoppes at Chino Hills. Their fall menu includes the infamous pumpkin spiced latte and drinks like their pumpkin cold brew or pumpkin chai.
The sudden drop in temperature that fall is often characterized by also leads to drops from the trees in the form of leaves. Changing from a bright green to varying shades of orange, yellow, and red, the leaves have began to shed. Although it is truly thanks to the breaking down of chlorophyll in the plant, we can give the autumnal months the credit.
Amongst the several common fall festivities, pumpkin carving is one of the most popular activities. As pumpkins are in their peak season, carving a spooky image and lighting a candle to place inside the gourd creates a jack-o-lantern. Anyone can decorate their front porch with these ornaments or gift them to a friend to spread the fall spirit.
Several empty spaces in Chino Hills are cleared to prepare for harvest festivals or programs that celebrate the approaching fall season. Frosty’s Pumpkin Patch is a very popular option, including a petting zoo, ferris wheel, and most importantly, the corn maze that jump-scares whoever dares to complete it. They start preparing for this event months before the opening, which is on September 27, and the attraction continues through the month of October.
Trader Joe’s is hit with a pumpkin craze every year, as they have several fall items that bring large crowds to the store. One quick stop at the store can have you leaving with various sweet treats, such as pumpkin bread, cookies, muffins, and more. Their selection is very diverse, and the store introduces new products each year to celebrate autumn.
AP Calculus BC teacher Ms. Jacqueline Saiid puts up fall decorations to celebrate the turn of the season. Foliage and pumpkins adorn her classroom and create a cozy atmosphere for her students to relish.
The vibrant red bulldog paired with the cool beige dog and bear and the fall-themed pumpkins is the perfect representation of fall. The incorporation of elements that many students enjoy not only excites them for the upcoming season, but helps them engage in class.
With fall in the air and descending onto school grounds, some teachers choose to decorate their classrooms to reflect the season. Mrs. Saiid, the AP Calculus BC teacher, decorated her mantle with mini pumpkins of a variety of colors like orange, red, and white, along with cute signs. These decorations paint the classroom with a warm and cozy vibe, one where students and teachers alike can be excited for autumn.
Cardigans, scarves, Ugg boots – the fashion is limitless when it comes to autumn wear. As the weather turns cooler, the shorts and sandals slowly turn into longer wear that reflects the weather. With a vibrant mix of oranges, reds, and browns, the outfits mix a classy style with warmth and comfort.
With fall in the air, so are the comfy cozy shoes to match. During the fall season, boots and loafers such as UGGS are a fan favorite. With their cozy, soft interior and overall cute look, they are a staple for fall shoes.
As fall “falls” upon us, it’s not a surprise that there will be delectable food. Pumpkin is no stranger to flavor in this warm and cozy season. Pictured is one of the many wonderful desserts offered, a pumpkin cake roll. Sweet, filled with spices, and warm, a pumpkin cake roll is the perfect sweet treat to enjoy as fall approaches.
As fall approaches, we cannot forget about the spooky season of Halloween. October is when the spirit of Halloween arises, and where the holiday festivities begin. This gravestone and skull are some of the many Halloween decorations used to portray a haunted, creepy mood.
There are various flavors and smells that define fall and those smells help us truly immerse ourselves in the season as a whole. One of the most well known and loved flavors is the notorious pumpkin spice as it can be used in many different ways. With its warm and comforting aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and others spices, pumpkin spice is the perfect addition to the perfect fall.
Basking in the warm fall light, a snowman made up of pumpkins stands among many festive amusement rides, blending seasonal elements with fair fun. The amusement rides symbolize the excitement involving the fall season, merging the two together. The combination of the pumpkins with a snowman also hints at the upcoming colder months.
Against a backdrop of clear blue skies, a vibrant Ferris wheel spins beside the inviting corn maze, signaling the arrival of fall festivities. This image captures the essence of fall celebrations, combining outdoor fun with seasonal activities. The Ferris wheel provokes a sense of nostalgia for fall fairs and the corn maze is a traditional harvest celebration, both highlighting the joyous spirit that fall brings.
A colorful assortment of pumpkins resting on hay bales showcases the beauty and diversity of nature, specifically fall’s harvest. Pumpkins, an iconic symbol of fall holidays like Halloween, are the central focus in this image. The varied shapes and sizes represent the festive richness of the fall season, celebrating a bountiful harvest and nature’s diversity.
Grab your blankets and get comfy because fall has begun and so have the movies that come with it. Whether you watch classic fall favorites like Gilmore Girls or any other films and shows, watching fall movies and TV shows is a must in fall.
The long-awaited Crumbl lineup for the first weeks of September is out. Filled with warm, delectable, and rich cookies, the Brownie Sundae and Pumpkin Cake Cookie options are two exciting flavors that incorporate fall flavors and spices. The taste of autumn is apparent, especially as one comfortably relaxes on a couch and enjoys their fall Crumbl cookies while watching the red, brown, and yellow leaves fall.
An exciting and significant aspect of fall includes enjoying the crisp autumn breeze while enjoying a cup of warm tea and reading your favorite book. Options like Inheritance Games, Heartless, and The Cruel Prince are some exciting books perfect for an autumn read.
