The View From Here: Old and New Fall Celebrations

It’s October and that means that brown, red, orange and yellow are working overtime to show their colors and announcing the unmistakable arrival of fall in our magnificent Whitman County.

If you have checked your fall calendar, you will see that it’s also time for Haunted Palouse! Brave adventurous souls age 12 and up can enjoy this October evening tradition which will be held from 7-10 p.m. over the next two weekends, on Fridays and Saturdays, October 18 and 19 and 25 and 26. Remember to dress warmly, wear close-toed shoes, and bring a friend!

This year, the festivities have expanded include, from 2-6 PM, family-friendly “Spooktacular Saturdays” on the 19th and 26th. Located on Main Street, this kid-oriented event has free admission and includes a magic show, vendors, carnival booths, street fair, and pumpkin painting. Local restaurants will also be joining in the weekend’s festivities. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://hauntedpalouse.com.

In other Route 27 news, after a fun and successful summer season, Garfield’s Farmers’ Market is moving indoors and will be held every Sunday from 2-6 PM at the American Legion Hall at 211 E. Main Street. Vendors will be selling a variety of items, including seasonings, gifts, jewelry, food, and crafts. Free coffee, too! If you have something to sell and want to join in the fun, vendor spots are $5/week. For more information, contact Betty Walden (AKA “the Garfield Spice Lady”) at 509-818-8136 or at garfieldspicelady@gmail.com.