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Thanksgiving Bucket List: Fun Ideas for Family Time

Thanksgiving is coming! Do you want to get the most out of the holiday? Create a Thanksgiving bucket list with your family. If you are searching for inspiration, consider the following fun and meaningful Thanksgiving bucket list ideas. The list contains a mix of cozy traditions, family fun, and gratitude-centered activities you can try this season.

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Classic Thanksgiving Traditions

  • Make a Meal: Cook or help cook a full Thanksgiving meal from scratch. Try turkey, potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes, and desserts.
  • Homemade Pies: Skip the store-bought desserts.  Bake a homemade pie like pumpkin, pecan, or apple.
  • Table Setting: Set a beautiful Thanksgiving table.  Create centerpiece, add flameless candles, and incorporate fall decorations into your overall theme.
  • Thankful Jar:  Start a “Thankful Jar” where everyone adds gratitude notes every day until Thanksgiving. Read the notes out loud. Save the jar notes to add to a family scrapbook.
  • Parade Time: Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
  • Game Time: Watch a football game. Or after dinner, go outdoors to toss a football around.
  • Movie Time: End the day with a Thanksgiving movie like Planes, Trains & Automobiles or A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving.

Outdoor & Seasonal Fun

  • Walk or Hike: Go on a fall foliage walk or hike. Don’t forget your camera.
  • Farm or Cider Mill: Visit a local farm, cider mill, or pumpkin patch before it closes for the season. If you visit a cider mill, purchase cider to serve on Thanksgiving.
  • Bonfire Night: Host a backyard bonfire over the long holiday weekend. Set out blankets to keep warm. (Keep them away from the open flame.) Serve hot cocoa or hot cider. Remember, make S’mores.
  • Go for a Drive: Pack snacks, beverages, and take a scenic drive to admire the last of the fall colors.
  • Picnic Time:  Have a “Leftovers Picnic” the day after Thanksgiving. If the weather permits, eat outdoors. Or set up a picnic style lunch in your living or family room.

Gratitude & Giving Back

  • Write: Make a gratitude list. Or create a gratitude journal. Make daily entries.
  • Thank You Notes: Write letters or notes of thanks to friends and family.
  • Volunteer: Make a difference. Volunteer at a local food bank, soup kitchen, shelter, or animal rescue.
  • Care Package: Create a Thanksgiving food donation basket for a neighbor, friend, or family member in need.
  • Donate: If you do not have time to volunteer, give money to your favorite local charity. Or donate supplies to an animal shelter. Many organizations post Amazon wish lists.

Creative & Family-Friendly Activities

  • Get Crafty:  Make a Thanksgiving craft like handprint turkeys, leaf garlands, or gratitude trees. Or create a centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table.
  • Photo Time: Take family photos in matching fall outfits. Or use silly Thanksgiving props for a fun and memorable photo.
  • Game Night:  Play board games or Thanksgiving trivia. Go old school. Play charades.
  • Music: Make a “Thanksgiving playlist” with cozy or nostalgic songs to play during your week’s activities.

Make memories, take photos, and enjoy your time with family.

Happy Thanksgiving!

55 Ideas for Your Fall Bucket List

Tomorrow marks the official beginning of the Autumn season. Are you prepared to make the most of fall with your loved ones? Compiling a bucket list is an excellent way to outline your activities and objectives for the season. If you’re looking for inspiration, consider the following ideas to add to your fall bucket list.

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  1. Take a fall-themed selfie.
  2. Visit a local cider mill.
  3. Drink apple cider.
  4. Create a Fall wreath for your door.
  5. Decorate your home with fall colors.
  6. Attend an Oktoberfest
  7. Go on a fall picnic.
  8. Host a Bonfire Night
  9. Make S’mores
  10. Go on a hay ride.
  11. Go apple picking.
  12. Go for a hike.
  13. Go through a corn maze.
  14. Host a Harvest Party
  15. Drink a pumpkin spice latte
  16. Light a fall scented candle.
  17. Buy yourself a fall bouquet.
  18. Go on a color tour.
  19. Go on a nature walk. (Don’t forget your camera)
  20. Press colorful leaves.
  21. Go to a pumpkin patch.
  22. Roast pumpkin seeds.
  23. Attend a pumpkin weighing contest.
  24. Go to the local Farmer’s Market for fall favorites.
  25. Tailgate
  26. Go to football game.
  27. Watch a homecoming parade.
  28. Try a Pumpkin craft beer.
  29. Make homemade apple jelly.
  30. Visit a sunflower field.
  31. Go stargazing.
  32. Create a fall scrapbook.
  33. Make pumpkin soup
  34. Host a fall-themed afternoon tea.
  35. Make pumpkin oobleck.
  36. Make homemade chili and bake bread.
  37. Try a new seasonal dessert recipe
  38. Make or buy fall-themed potpourri
  39. Create a fall playlist.
  40. Make caramel apples.
  41. Exchange your summer clothes in your closet for your fall ones.
  42. Donate clothes that you do not wear.
  43. Watch a sunrise while sipping hot apple cider.
  44. Do leaf rubbing.
  45. Buy yourself a cozy new fall sweater. (Yes, buying one at your local thrift store counts).
  46. Make homemade cinnamon rolls.
  47. Jump in a pile of leaves.
  48. Make pumpkin bread.
  49. Attend a fall fair or festival.
  50. Host a game night and serve fall-themed snacks.
  51. Make pumpkin spiced pancakes or waffles.
  52. Make homemade apple fritters.
  53. Go Geocaching.
  54. Be a hometown tourist.
  55. Create a winter bucket list.

Have a great Autumn everyone! Did I miss anything? What is your favorite activity to do in the fall?

Spring Bucket List Ideas

Spring officially starts tomorrow. Do you want to get the most out of the new season? Create a Spring bucket list. If you are searching for inspiration, consider the following ideas for your Spring bucket list.

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  1. Do a Spring family photo or friend photo shoot. (Yes, your cat counts as family!)
  2. Spring Craft Day! Create and decorate your living space for Spring.
  3. Find or purchase new rain boots to play and work outdoors.
  4. Plant a herb garden.
  5. Plant flowers. Or plant flowers in small containers to give out to family and friends to celebrate Spring.
  6. Do Spring cleaning.
  7. Declutter. Donate unused items to your local charity.
  8. Go to your local library and check out Spring-themed books.
  9. Host your first family BBQ of the season.
  10. Go on a picnic at a local park.
  11. Go Geocaching
  12. Host a Spring Garden Tea.
  13. Go on a nature walk. (Don’t forget your camera)
  14. Go on a bike ride.
  15. Go hiking.
  16. Host a game night.
  17. Host a bonfire night.
  18. Go to a baseball game.
  19. Visit a local, state, or national park to search for blooming wildflowers.
  20. Go on a bike ride.
  21. Go on a weekend road trip.
  22. Feed frozen peas to the wild ducks.
  23. Watch the sunrise or sunset.
  24. Use sidewalk chalk.
  25. Blow bubbles.
  26. Search for rainbows.
  27. Fly a kite.
  28. Celebrate Easter.
  29. Plan and plant a vegetable garden.
  30. Purchase a new plant or bouquet of Spring flowers.
  31. Go to a butterfly house.
  32. Visit a botanical garden.
  33. Go on a scavenger hunt to find items in nature.
  34. Make smoothies.
  35. Plant a new tree.
  36. Volunteer. Consider volunteering at a local animal shelter as a dog walker.
  37. Go birdwatching.
  38. Celebrate Earth Day.
  39. Attend free community events like a Spring craft show or festival.
  40.  Play mini golf.
  41. Unplug from social media and go out.
  42. Create a Spring playlist.
  43. Write a poem about the season.
  44. Paint plant pots.
  45. Paint flowers on rock then hide them around your town.
  46. Clean your vehicle.
  47. Start a journal.
  48. Create a Spring Smash Journal.
  49. Set up a rain barrel (if allowed, in your area).
  50. Create a composting area.
  51. Sit outside and enjoy the warmer weather.
  52. Learn a new skill.
  53. Start a new workout routine.
  54. Do Random Acts of Kindness.
  55. Visit a museum.
  56. Go to an art gallery or visit a Spring Art Show.
  57. Host a movie night.
  58. Set up a bird feeding station for the returning birds.
  59. Go to a nature preserve.
  60. Participate in Spring cleanup.
  61. Spend time with friends and family.
  62. Create a Spring scrapbook of all your adventures.

Have a fantastic Spring!

Ideas for Your End-of-Summer Bucket List

August is already here. Soon, the days will grow shorter, school will start, and your schedule will become fuller. Creating an end-of-summer bucket list is a great way to savor the remaining days of the season. If you are searching for inspiration for your end-of-summer bucket list, here are some ideas to consider.

  1. Beach Day: Spend a day at the beach, soaking up the sun and enjoying the water. Pack a picnic or stop at a local cafe for lunch.
  2. Outdoor Movie Night: Host or attend an outdoor movie screening in your backyard. Order pizza, serve popcorn, and enjoy a night under the stars.
  3. BBQ or Picnic: Have a barbecue or picnic in a local park or your backyard with friends and family.
  4. Hiking Adventure: Explore a new hiking trail or revisit a favorite one before the weather cools down.
  5. Stargazing: Spend a night stargazing away from city lights. Look for shooting stars or constellations. Do not forget to pack your favorite beverages and snacks.
  6. Fruit Picking: Visit a local farm for berry or fruit picking. It’s a fun activity and you get fresh produce too!
  7. Festival or Fair: Attend a local fair, festival, or outdoor concert to enjoy the summer vibes. Many communities host free events throughout the summer.
  8. Road Trip: Plan a short road trip to a nearby town or attraction you have been wanting to visit.
  9. Outdoor Sports: Play beach volleyball, go kayaking, or try stand-up paddleboarding at a nearby lake or beach.
  10. Bonfire Night: Host a bonfire with S’mores and storytelling in your backyard or at a beach if allowed.
  11. Visit a Water Park: Spend a day at a water park for some thrilling water rides and slides.
  12. DIY Project: Take on a summer-themed DIY project like making homemade ice cream, building a birdhouse, or creating a garden planter.
  13. Volunteer Outdoors: Dedicate some time to volunteer for a beach cleanup, park restoration, community garden project, or being a dog walker at your local pet rescue.
  14. Photography Day: Go on a photography excursion to capture the beauty of summer landscapes, flowers, or wildlife.
  15. Learn Something New: Take a surfing lesson, try paddleboarding, or yoga, or learn a new outdoor skill like archery. Get outdoors and enjoy the last days of summer.

These activities can help you squeeze every last drop of fun out of the final days of summer and create unforgettable memories before the season transitions.

4th of July Bucket List Ideas

Are you ready for Independence Day? The upcoming holiday is perfect to celebrate with family and friends. If you are searching for inspiration, consider the following 4th of July bucket list ideas. 

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  1. Display the US Flag
  2. Decorate with red, white, and blue.
  3. Sing The Star Spangled Banner
  4. Host a BBQ
  5. Make some patriotic desserts. 
  6. Create a 4th of July wreath
  7. Make patriotic slime
  8. Host a 4th of July scavenger hunt
  9. Make tie-dye t-shirts (red, white, and blue)
  10. Go camping.
  11. Watch fireworks
  12. Go on a picnic.
  13. Go to the beach. 
  14. Make YouTube videos. 
  15. Attend a parade
  16. Create a 4th of July playlist
  17. Eat homemade ice cream
  18. Volunteer
  19. Host a bonfire night.
  20. Eat S’mores
  21. Attend a Music in the Park event
  22. Visit a historical landmark. 
  23. Order pizza and watch Independence Day
  24. Skip the crowds and go hiking at a state or national park. 
  25. Relax and enjoy the holiday.

Happy 4th of July! 

65 Summer Bucket List Ideas

Get ready for summer fun!

The Memorial Day weekend has come and gone, marking the unofficial kickoff to summer. Are you all set to celebrate the warm, sunny days ahead? Need some exciting ideas to enjoy with your family and friends? If you are on the lookout for inspiration, check out these fantastic summer bucket list ideas.

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  1. Go hiking.
  2. Tie-dye t-shirts
  3. Do chaulk art.
  4. Go on a picnic.
  5. Blow bubbles.
  6. Cloudwatch on a warm day.
  7. Go on a nature walk.
  8. Go stargazing.
  9. Attend fairs and festivals.
  10. Go to a mud bog.
  11. Go on as many road trips as possible.
  12. Go to a museum.
  13. Visit an art gallery.
  14. Do Random Acts of Kindness.
  15. Volunteer
  16. Go to a splash pad.
  17. Plant a flower, vegetable, or herb garden.
  18. Go to a beach.
  19. Host a BBQ.
  20. Swim in a lake.
  21. Host a bonfire night.
  22. Go for a hot air balloon ride.
  23. Go hiking.
  24. Make homemade ice cream.
  25. Visit a state or national park.
  26. Birdwatching
  27. Go to a concert in the park.
  28. Water balloon toss.
  29. Read a summer-themed book.
  30. Attend or participate in a color run.
  31. Sleep in a hammock. 
  32. Learn a new skill.
  33. Make a summer-themed wreath. 
  34. Go thrift shopping. 
  35. Go kayaking.
  36. Go bike riding.
  37. Go to an amusement park. 
  38. Watch the sunrise and sunset at different locations.
  39. Make root beer floats.
  40. Eat S’mores
  41. Play hopscotch.
  42. Go a day without social media.
  43. Eat snocones.
  44. Eat an Elephant Ear.
  45. Make suncatchers.
  46. Host a summer craft day.
  47. Attend a drive-in movie.
  48. Take lots of photos. 
  49. Create a summer bullet journal.
  50. Eat watermelon.
  51. Go to a zoo.
  52. Go to an aquarium.
  53. Visit a historical site. 
  54. Attend a farmers’ market
  55. Dance in the rain. 
  56. Go tubing. 
  57. Try a new food.
  58. Visit waterfalls.
  59. Go white water rafting. 
  60. Go horseback riding.
  61. Go bowling.
  62. Go on a train ride. 
  63. Take a boat or ferry ride. 
  64. Paint rocks and hide around your town. 
  65. Make vlogs.

Have a fantastic summer! Enjoy!

64 Ideas for Your 2022 Halloween Bucket List

Do you love the spooky season? Are you looking to have more Halloween fun this October? Create a Halloween-themed bucket list with your family or friends. If you need inspiration, check out the following ideas for your 2022 Halloween bucket list.

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  1. Decorate for Halloween
  2. Make and send out Halloween cards.
  3. Visit your local pumpkin patch.
  4. Carve pumpkins.
  5. Bake pumpkin seeds.
  6. Try a new pumpkin recipe.
  7. Give out Boo gifts.
  8. Create a spooky playlist.
  9. Host or attend a Halloween party.
  10. Make your own Halloween costume.
  11. Try bobbing for apples.
  12. Read a thriller or horror novel.
  13. Go on a haunted hayride.
  14. Create and hang a spooky wreath.
  15. Hand out candy on Halloween night.
  16. Participate in Trunk-or-Treat
  17. Make Halloween slime.
  18. Make Halloween play dough.
  19. Purchase a Halloween mug for hot cocoa or mulled cider.
  20. Join or watch a zombie walk.
  21. Visit a haunted fun house.
  22. Attend a murder mystery dinner.
  23. Bake pumpkin bread.
  24. Hike a haunted trail.
  25. Navigate through a Halloween-themed corn maze.
  26. Create a Halloween tree.
  27. Go on a haunted tour.
  28. Look at local decorations.
  29. Eat a Halloween-themed meal by candlelight.
  30. Binge-watch the entire series of The Adams Family or the Munsters (or both)
  31. Host a bonfire and tell scary ghost stories.
  32. Create a Halloween-themed gingerbread house.
  33. Take an evening walk with flashlights. (Many local or state parks host events around Halloween)
  34. Watch: “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.”
  35. Create a Halloween village.
  36. Paint a pumpkin.
  37. Wear Halloween colors: orange and black.
  38. Host a movie night with Halloween-themed snacks.
  39. Make Halloween masks.
  40. Visit an escape room.
  41. Do a Halloween-themed photoshoot.
  42. Host a Halloween crafting session.
  43. Make Soul Cakes.
  44. Write your own Halloween story.
  45. Go look at local Halloween decorations.
  46. Attend a Boo at the Zoo event.
  47. Host a Halloween scavenger hunt.
  48. Watch: “Hocus Pocus” 1 & 2
  49. Host a Halloween crafting session.
  50. Host a Witches’ Tea
  51. Attend a Pumpkin weigh-off competition.
  52. Dance to “Monster Mash” & “Thriller”
  53. Get your face painted at a local event.
  54. Wear Halloween pajamas.
  55. Eat candy corn.
  56. Make pumpkin pancakes.
  57. Bake Halloween cookies.
  58. Participate in a Halloween fun walk or Run 5K
  59. Make paper Mache pumpkins.
  60. Tie-dye a t-shirt orange and black.
  61. Go to a Halloween parade.
  62. Make popcorn balls.
  63. Make a costume for your pet.
  64. Paint Halloween-themed rocks to hide around the neighborhood.

Happy Halloween!

40 Ideas for Your Fall Bucket List

Fall ushers in cooler weather, football games, tailgating, and changing leaves. The season is a great time to enjoy everything Autumn. Gather your friends and family to make a fall bucket list. If you need inspiration, check out the following ideas for your fall bucket list.

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  1. Go apple picking.
  2. Watch cider pressing.
  3. Bake a homemade apple pie.
  4. Go on a hayride.
  5. Go to a pumpkin patch.
  6. Hike in a state or national park.
  7. Host a bonfire.
  8. Make a fall wreath.
  9. Eat pumpkin spice waffles or pancakes.
  10. Make a DIY bird feeder.
  11. Press wildflowers.
  12. Make a scrapbook of your summer adventures.
  13. Rake fallen leaves into large piles and jump in.
  14. Take a fall family or friends’ professional photo.
  15. Go on a nature walk.
  16. Photograph the colorful foliage.
  17. Eat pumpkin cheesecake.
  18. Have a fall picnic.
  19. Eat a Carmel apple.
  20. Go to a football game.
  21. Go to a homecoming parade
  22. Make homemade apple jelly, apple butter, or apple sauce.
  23. Make a scarecrow.
  24. Visit a fall-themed festival.
  25. Host a game night.
  26. Do fall crafts.
  27. Drink pumpkin spiced latte.
  28. Go star gazing.
  29. Go to a farmer’s market for fresh vegetables and fruit.
  30. Make an entire meal from your farmers’ market finds.
  31. Decorate with items from nature.
  32. Make homemade chili and bread.
  33. Go Geocaching.
  34. Host or attend a fall scavenger hunt.
  35. Visit a brewery or winery.
  36. Build a blanket fort.
  37. Host a movie night.
  38. Read by the fireplace on a cold autumn night.
  39. Plant autumn flowers.
  40. Light fall candles

Have a fantastic autumn season!

50 Activities for Your Fall Bucket List

The first official day of Autumn is almost here. Are you ready for new Autumn adventures? Gather your family or friends together and enjoy the season. Do you need ideas to add to your Autumn bucket list? Check out the following for inspiration.

50 Fall Activities to Add to Your Bucket List

  1. Decorate
  2. Go Hiking
  3. Go on a Hayride
  4. Go Apple Picking
  5. Fall Themed Puzzle
  6. Build a Scarecrow
  7. Go to a Corn Maze
  8. Drink a Pumpkin Spice Latte
  9. Go on a nature Scavenger Hunt
  10. Host a Chili Cook Off
  11. Go Geocaching
  12. Go on a Nature Walk
  13. Host a Bonfire Night
  14. Eat S’mores
  15. Eat a Cider Donut
  16. Drink Apple Cider
  17. Visit a Cider Mill
  18. Go to a Fall Sporting Event
  19. Tailgate
  20. Take Fall Family Photos
  21. Host a Fall Photo Shoot with Friends
  22. Play Football
  23. Jump in a Pile of Leaves
  24. Make Cookies with an Autumn Leaf Cookie Cutter
  25. Purchase a Special Fall Themed Mug
  26. Make Pumpkin or Spice Cupcakes
  27. Make a Homemade Apple Pie
  28. Plan an Autumn Picnic
  29. Plant Bulbs for Spring Flowers (Tulips are beautiful in the Spring)
  30. Make Homemade Applesauce
  31. Light an Autumn Candle
  32. Make Fall-themed Crafts to Giveaway
  33. Go to the Farmer’s Market
  34. Make Caramel Apples
  35. Drink a Spicy Tea
  36. Make Pumpkin Bread
  37. Go to Oktoberfest
  38. Read or Write by Candlelight
  39. Movie Night in your Pajamas
  40. Host a Fall Crafting Session with Friends
  41. Roast Chestnuts
  42. Take a Long Drive to View the Fall Foliage
  43. Make a Fall Wreath
  44. Collect Colorful Leaves
  45. Try a New Soup Recipe (Perfect for a chilly day).
  46. Replace Batteries in Smoke Detector
  47. Make a Corn Husk Doll
  48. Bake Apple Chips
  49. Make Granola or Trail Mix (Great for hiking)
  50. Grab Your Favorite Book and Read Outside

Enjoy the Autumn Season!

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Local Event Review: New Year’s Eve Ball Drop in St. Johns

Most of the time on New Year’s Eve, I stay home with my pets. Living in Michigan, the weather is not exactly great for hanging outside around midnight. Leaving my house at 10 pm is just not something I do. Yes, I realize this behavior makes me old. This year in St. Johns, Michigan, there was a ball drop event.

Watching the ball drop in New York is one of my items on my bucket list. I realize our little local ball drop is nothing in comparison. But the event was still fantastic to attend.

Favorite Part

I admit, there is something special about a group of diverse people loudly counting down to midnight to usher in the new year. The bright colored ball with 2020 shining brightly against the dark sky was perfect.

Least Favorite Part

Even though the local bars were still open for business, I personally would have loved to seen local vendors set up. What can I say, an elephant ear or fried cake would have been an excellent addition to the evening.

Will I attend the event again? 

Yes, most definitely.  The ball drop did not occur properly due to a  malfunction. I would like to witness the ball drop as the count down happens. Of course, I am still hoping for an elephant ear covered in powder sugar.

What you need to know if you attend? 

If you attend in the future, dress in warm clothes.  The Michigan nights are cold. Even with the close proximity to everyone, the night air was chilly.