Hello, Georgia Southern students! The colors of leaves have started to change as the official beginning of the fall season is upon us. Whether it is chilling with a pumpkin spice latte, starting an annual Harry Potter movie marathon, or bundling up with a good book, the air is soon to be cool and crisp. Now you may not be able to wear your favorite autumn wear quite so soon, but Statesboro still provides festivities you and your friends may experience here in town.
Statesboro Mainstreet Farmers Market
I do not know about you out of towners, but us Statesboro folk love the Farmers Market! The feeling of getting up in the morning to browse all the amazing fresh food and handcrafted items with a cup of hot coffee in your hands can just feel so refreshing on your mental health. The Farmer’s Market is open every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 222 S. Main Street, from now through November! It is highly recommended you experience this simple yet incredible sense of community.
In just less than a month, the 62nd Annual Kiwanis Ogeechee Fair is opening in town for only a week! Starting Oct. 14th through Oct. 19th, you and your friends can traverse the fairgrounds under the multi-colored carnival lights, scream test the amusement rides, stop by the petting zoo, visit the arts, crafts and agriculture exhibit, and to top it all off — listen to free live entertainment! There will also be a great line-up of entertainments such as: Acrobats, magic acts, and back again this year is the legendary music group, Swingin’ Medallions! So make sure to grab your tickets! Admissions are $15 at the gate and $12 if you purchase them online. Go, go, go! More information can be found here.
Student Recommendations
“In the Fall I like to paint, painting is one of my hobbies, and also baking fall comfort foods like pumpkin cinnamon rolls. I also like watching Halloween movies.” —Ariyanna Babers, Freshman
“It’s not as hot so I like walking, I like to feel the breezy weather, it makes me want to go for a walk, and look at the trees.” —Texas Cox-Stanton, Freshman
“I like walking around, enjoying the environment, and feeling the season. I enjoy pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and going trick or treating [for Halloween].” —Khali Pearson, Freshman
In just a few weeks, Halloween season will be upon us and you’ll be able to get your scare on! So students, in the meantime I hope you all find enjoyable activities to take part in the beginning of this season. Remember to keep your academic and social life balanced, the “ber” months can be the most chaotic, so it is imperative that you keep focus. Stay safe, and enjoy yourselves here at Georgia Southern University.
