Scarecrow Design Contest Where: Oak Allee, the Morris Arboretum Cost: Free When: October 3-18 Nothing embodies wholesome fall fun like a scarecrow. Summer is ending, and at the Morris Arboretum that means scarecrows will soon line Oak Allée, a European-style lane. Entering its second year, the Scarecrow Design Contest will feature the work of 30 participants, and visitors will have the opportunity to submit ballots for their favorite creation. From October 3-18, scarecrows — perhaps even a rendition of Mother Nature on a bicycle (last year’s winner) or a blow-up plastic dinosaur with a sunflower straw hat — will add autumnal cheer to the Morris Arboretum’s natural beauty. —Ryan Carty
Chestnut Hill Fall for the Arts Festival Where: Germantown Ave., between Willow Grove and Rex Avenues Cost: Free When: Sunday, Oct. 4, 11:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy a lazy Sunday afternoon of shopping, live entertainment and lunch in the crisp fall air at the annual Chestnut Hill Fall for the Arts Festival. Every year, Germantown Avenue turns into a huge arts and crafts festival complete with music, food, and art of all kinds. Admission is free, and it gives you a great excuse to explore the historic Germantown neighborhood. —Katherine Rea
