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Autumn Things To Do With Grandkids

It’s fall, and the kids are back in school. But that doesn’t leave you off the hook for spending time with them! Of course, you still want to spend time with them, so we have some suggestions for fun activities—LIKE RAKING LEAVES AND SHOVELING SNOW! But seriously, folks, although those efforts can be helpful, there are other things to do. And eat. And learn. And foster memories. Contact the venues for up-to-date information, ages, hours, cost, etc.

“Autumn leaves don’t fall, they fly. They take their time and wander on this their only chance to soar.”—Delia Owens, Where the Crawdads Sing
Come on, admit it—Your favorite part of the school day was recess, where you could run free, strectch your cramped sitting-all-day legs, and blow off steam! Your grandkids probably feel the same, but they can build up more steam pretty quickly. So, why not take them to a place where you and they can let loose!


HangDog Outdoor Adventure offers a one-of-a-kind outdoor climbing and zipline experience. HangDog boasts the LARGEST high ropes adventure course on the East Coast; this four-story adventure ropes course means a good time for beginners and seasoned climbers alike of any age. There is a Kid’s Course for ages 5–7, and food and drinks and adventures for all ages! 410 Cedarville Rd., Easton 18042 | 484-255-0070 | hangdoglv.com


For the little ones who are not yet in school, visit Coopersburg’s “little play space with a big community,” MOVE’nPLAY, for kids ages 1–5. 551 E. Station Ave., Coopersburg 18036 | 267-730-6190 | movenplaylv.com


See if you can say, “Nurture Nature Center” three times fast, then take the kids this captivating “Science on a Sphere” exhibit to learn about weather patterns, social trends, and other global issues. Real-time, satellite, and computer-modeled data come alive on a 6-foot globe with over 250 view of earth and space. Most Nurture Nature Center programs are free or by suggested donation. 518 Northampton St., Easton 18042 | 610-253-4432 | nurturenaturecenter.org


There is nothing grim about Grim’s Fall Festival & Corn Maze. This popular event runs from September 7 through November 3. The entire Grim’s experience includes hay rides, corn maze, goat snuggling, play corral, apple, veggie, flower, and tatie picking, apple cannon, paintball, and the joy of spending time on a farm in the fall! Prices, times, and packages vary, so give ‘em a call or go online for reservations. 9875 Schantz Rd., Breinigsville 18031 | 610-395-5655 | [email protected] | grimsorchard.com


Maybe it’s not time for the birds ‘n’ the bees yet, but you could take the kids to the Li’l-Le-Hi Trout Nursery to teach them about the fishes. Located at 2901 Fish Hatchery Rd., Allentown 18103, the nursery featues park signage to guide you on a tour of the grounds. The nursery is open to all, 7 days a week, 7:00 a.m.–dusk | 610-437-7656.

You think your electric bill is high? Visit the Lehigh Valley Zoo Winter Light Spectacular in November! Over 1.2 million lights illuminate holiday displays, fire pits, live performances, seasonal yummies, and the ol’ man himself. Visit lvzoo.org/wls for details!