Haunted Hayrides at Silver Lake Park

The Athol Lions Club takes young children on non-scary rides about 6 pm, followed by the regular, spookier rides for the brave, at dark. Refreshments available. Rides begin at the playground on Pequoig Ave. Parking is at L.S. Starrett lots at Lake and Fish...

Pumpkin Weigh-In and Festival

The Massachusetts Giant Pumpkin Association is organizing this event that will include live entertainment — and of course, the competition for who has grown the biggest pumpkin!

Fall Open House at the Reed Homestead

The Townsend Historical Society holds a day-long celebration of Revolutionary War history. The Reed Homestead comes alive with the sights and smells of the 18th century. Members of the Stow and Townsend Minutemen will demonstrate muskets and military drills, hearth...