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21. Get your fill of apples (North)
Get your fill of apple pies, turnovers, muffins and all things apple at the Apple Festival in Bayfield Oct. 7-9. Explore this picturesque lakeside town, gazing at crafts, sampling food, participating in contests and admiring the beauty of the Apostle Islands. Visit http://bayfieldwicoc.weblinkconnect.com/CWT/External/WCPages/
WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1.

22. Flock to the festival (Central)
OctoBIRDfest becomes the squawk of Wausau on Oct. 1 when it rolls out children’s games, entertainment and refreshments for the whole family. Take a gander at the Birds in Art exhibit lineup and more at www.lywam.org.

23. Catch the currents (South Central)
Whether you are a morning bird or a night owl, get a bird’s eye view of Wisconsin scenery from Quincy’s Bluff. Hike to the top and feel what it’s like to soar above the wind. See www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/
states/wisconsin/preserves/art37.html

24. Color your world with art (Southwest)
Baraboo, Mineral Point, Spring Green and Dodgeville are all sites on the Oct. 14-16 Fall Art Tour. Local artisans share their skills and wares—some exclusively—at several locations in each city. For tour sites, go to www.fallarttour.com/index.html.

25. Take a tour (Statewide)
As the leaves change color and the scents of fall linger, gather up the family and take a Sunday drive. Many farms and orchards offer autumn treats to tantalize your taste buds. Visit www.travelwisconsin.com/seasons/fall_driving.htm

26. Time travel to Plymouth
Thanksgiving weekend travel back in time and visit this year’s Victorian home decorated in the Christmas spirit. Afterward, step outside and listen to carolers, take a sleigh ride around town or enjoy the bake sale. Visit www.plymouthhistoricalsociety.com/christmas.htm first.

27. Third Ward’s a charm
Milwaukee’s hip Third Ward has some new amenities this season. December 2-3 enjoy the lighting of a giant Christmas tree and carriage rides, as music fills the streets. See www.historicthirdward.org.

28. Winter wonderland awaits
Sports enthusiasts crave the crisp, white snow of Wisconsin’s countryside. Enjoy a relaxing weekend in northern Wisconsin. Sail a ski slope, sled a snowy hill, or take a snowmobile ride across the tundra. Go to www.travelwisconsin.com for listings.

29. Ring in a Christmas Carol
What would the season be without Scrooge? This holiday classic is brought to life on various stages and theaters throughout Wisconsin. From school plays to professional performances, take some time this season to revisit the spirit of Christmas. Visit www.wisconline.com/
cgi-bin/find.pl for a listing of performances by county or www.travelwisconsin.com for theaters.

30. Just be jolly
To find a parade near you, peruse www.wisconline.com/cgi-bin/find.pl. For the perfect gift, check out one of the hundreds of holiday fairs that are going on in Wisconsin. Consult http://artsandcrafts.about.com/library/showrate/states/blwi.htm.