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🎃 The fall road trip is legendary

One day in Sleepy Hollow, New York
A small stone church located among many aging gravestones in a cemetery.
Sleepy Hollow cemetery offers a wealth of history, from massive mausoleums to ties to Washington Irving’s famous legend. | Photo by BOStoday Team
Salem isn’t the only city that’s ripe for fall day trips. If witchcraft isn’t your bailiwick, take the roughly four-hour car ride to Sleepy Hollow, the idyllic New York home of breathtaking architecture, cemeteries, and Washington Irving’s infamous short story.

Whether you’re seeking out real scenes from “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” or a fulfilling autumn road trip, this area is a gem bursting with foliage and American history.

If you’re headed to the Sleepy Hollow area, here are a few must-see stops.

🪦 Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, 540 N. Broadway, Sleepy Hollow

The Headless Horseman’s main haunt is this sprawling garden cemetery, teeming with the graves of notable figures (like Washington Irving himself) and ornate family mausoleums for local big wigs such as the Rockefellers and Chryslers.

Daytime and lantern tours explore different aspects of the cemetery’s history, from the “American Artistocrats” edition, to a walk focused solely on Irving and his influence. As you stroll through the grassy acres, make sure to find the Old Dutch Church, which is mentioned in the legend. Pro tip: The Headless Horseman Bridge is nearby at 415 N. Broadway — look for the historic site marker.

📚 Washington Irving’s Sunnyside, 3 W. Sunnyside Ln., Irvington

Walk through the vine-covered home of the author — complete with much of the original 19th century furnishings — and learn about his life along the Hudson River from staff in historically-accurate garb.

🏰 Lyndhurst Mansion, 635 S. Broadway, Tarrytown

“Castle” might be a better descriptor than “mansion” for this breathtaking property from the 1800s. Go full Gothic at this historic estate, which was once used as the setting for the 1970s “Dark Shadows” films and on HBO’s “The Gilded Age.” Choose between tours focused on the mansion’s basic layout, grounds, and unique spaces like the observation tower + bowling alley.

Bonus: Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine for brunch or dinner at Mint Premium Foods, or grab some no-fuss American fare at Bella’s Restaurant.
Events
Friday, Nov. 3
Saturday, Nov. 4
  • The Great Pumpkin Smash - Composting Event | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | English High School outdoor track, 144 McBride St., Boston | Free | Compost your Halloween pumpkins at this family-fun event, featuring pumpkin-smashing activities and Olympic-style games for children.
  • Dalton & the Sheriffs | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 7 p.m. | House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston | $20-$35 | Boston’s reigning kings of country music take their twang to Lansdowne Street.
  • Comics Come Home 27 | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 8 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | $65-$165 | Hosted by comedian Denis Leary, this year’s event includes A-list comedians like Pete Davidson, Bill Burr, Rachel Feinstein, and Marc Maron.
Sunday, Nov. 5
  • Coffee Tasting & Mug Making Pottery Class | Sunday, Nov. 5 | 11 a.m. | Time Out Market, 401 Park Dr., Boston | $118 | Experience a unique pottery mug class while indulging in a coffee and tea tasting, courtesy of Say Coffee Co.
  • Scout Day | Sunday, Nov. 5 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | USS Constitution Museum, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown | $10 | BSA Scouts and Girl Scouts can explore different activity stations in the museum + ship, all while meeting some requirements for scout rank advancement badges.
  • Make with MAAM: Imagining Futures | Sunday, Nov. 5 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m | MassArt Art Museum, 621 Huntington Ave., Boston | Free | Experiment with recycled + found materials as you gain inspiration from the current exhibition “The Myth of Normal: A Celebration of Authentic Expression.”
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Seasonal

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Top your house with a star and string lights decoration. | Photo via Amazon
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News Notes
Concert
  • Positive news for punks: Green Day has unveiled “The Saviors Tour,” which will come to Fenway Park on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024. The band will be joined by The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and The Linda Lindas. Tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m.
Environment
  • Scientists from the New England Aquarium have documented a sperm whale calf off the coast of Cape Cod, the first such sighting in six years. Sperm whales are endangered, with an estimated 300,000 remaining worldwide. (Boston Globe)
Featured
Seasonal
  • It’s almost time to set the clocks back. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, Nov. 5. Many states have made moves to address time change, but for now look forward to that extra hour of sleep.
Active
  • The first skiers of the season will hit the slopes at Vermont’s Killington Resort this weekend. New England’s largest ski resort opens to the public for the 2023-2024 season tomorrow, and will remain open seven days a week, weather permitting. (WCVB 5)
Watch
  • Gardner is the latest stop on the NBC program “George to the Rescue.” A new episode about renovating the Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center will air this Saturday, Nov. 4 + be available to watch on YouTube. (NBC 10)
Cause
  • Polkadog is seeking donations for their Community Pet Pantry. Make some tails wag by dropping off wet or dry dog + cat food at any of the bakery’s locations through December.
Biz
  • Small Business Saturday is just around the corner — Nov. 25, to be exact. What local businesses will you be supporting + which local deals should we check out? Let us know and we may feature your recommendation in an upcoming newsletter.
Finance
  • This five-star-rated card offers not one, not six, but 21 months of 0% intro APR on qualifying balance transfers — giving you nearly two years to save big. (All with no annual fee, to boot.) Learn more and apply.*
Try This
  • Unwind from your daily grind with a midweek visit to Breve Spa at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport. Pamper yourself with an extra-quiet + private Hydrafacial, massage, and more. Did we mention the complimentary gift bag and champagne? Here’s what else we loved.*
 
Outdoors

Explore the Emerald Necklace foliage tour

Explore the new Emerald Necklace foliage tour
Trees on the brink of turning yellow and orange in Franklin Park.
The new self-guided tour ends at Franklin Park, where guests can learn about the Overlook shelter ruins and Schoolmaster Hill. | Photo by Erik Gehring
Leef-peeping season is still going strong. If you missed the city’s community hikes this fall, pull up the new Emerald Necklace foliage tour — a free self-guided walk that’s available online.

The autumnal walk guides guests through the splendor of 8,000 trees throughout the Emerald Necklace parks in Boston and Brookline. The tour begins at the Fenway Victory Gardens (1200 Boylston St.) and ends in Franklin Park (1 Franklin Park Rd.). Key stops include the Chapel Street Bridge, the Pinebank Promontory + Mansion, Peters Hill, and Scarboro Pond.

Pro tip: If you’re feeling ambitious, explore other free tours that are available, including walks dedicated to the Back Bay Fens, Jamaica Pond, Arnold Arboretum, and Olmsted Park.
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