Where does the time go? The days are getting shorter and the nights cooler and crisper – and Halloween is just around the bend. Get your fall season shopping wrapped up this weekend, then bundle up for a night in the forest or a day on the haunted farm.

Oct 23

ThriftMouse Pre-Loved Consignment Sale

Feel like a real part of your community by shopping consignment for the season! Every item at this weekend sale is consigned by families wanting to share their “pre-loved” clothes, books, toys, gear, and more with fellow parents and kids. Get great quality, upscale stuff for a fraction of retail price. Free admission, thriftmouse.com

Oct 24

Curious George Day

Celebrate everyone’s favorite mischievous little primate! 10% off all new Curious George books, plus a puppet show, cookies, and the chance to win Curious George themed prizes. Free, janspaperbacks.com

Oct 24

Halloween Night Flight

A (slightly) spooky dusk walk to spot birds such as great horned owls and ravens, hosted by the Audubon Society. Hang out for crafts, learning stations, and all sorts of Halloween fun. $12.50 for the first person, $10 each add’tl person, audubonportland.org

Oct 24

Haunted Farm!

Oh boy! Things are getting scarier. Philip Foster Farm brings visitors back in time for stories of pioneer struggles (including – gulp! – death) and face-to-face encounters with characters from the past. $5/person, $20/family, philipfosterfarm.com

Oct 25

The Great Pumpkin Event

Costume up and visit King Farmer’s Market for free pumpkin carving, face painting, goody bags, and live entertainment by Castletown. Just in time for Halloween trick or treat! Free, portlandfarmersmarket.org