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Whether you know an avid sewer or you are one yourself, this massive fabric warehouse is about to become your top destination for buying new fabrics and supplies. This place is seriously a dream come true for anybody who is crazy about creating things with fabric. Boasting hundreds upon hundreds of rows of fabric, it’s easy to get lost in a gigantic maze of possibilities. Be sure to carve out at least an entire day when you visit this fabric shop because you’re definitely going to need it....

Do you love to be outdoors? Are you out hiking through forests or climbing a mountain nearly every weekend? If so, there’s one Colorado town that might just be heaven for adventure lovers. In fact, it’s considered one of the best towns for hikers in America! If you’re considering a move and love to hit the trails, this cool town should definitely be on your radar. Even if you’re weren’t planning to relocate, a visit here might just convince you to rethink it!...

Now that autumn is most certainly in full swing, you’re probably looking for places to enjoy the warm, vivid hues of fall. Not sure where to start? New Mexico’s state parks are easy spots to see the fall foliage and offer areas to hike, boat, or camp under those golden leaves. Keep reading for some of our favorite suggestions! Cimarron Canyon State Park Sarah Richter/Flickr Driving into New Mexico’s northern mountain region is the perfect place to start if you want to see fall foliage....

Feel like the only person in the world along this peaceful trail in the Arkansas wilderness. This portion of the Ozark Highlands Trail is remote but absolutely worth the effort. Let’s venture deep into the Ozark National Forest and take this gorgeous middle-of-nowhere hike. The Ozark Highlands Trail is a magnificent meander through northwest Arkansas. Google/Scott Long The entire trail is well over 200 miles so you can either backpack portions or pick and choose different spurs....

Minnesota has hundreds of beautiful trails that cross miles of the state’s most beautiful landscape. They run alongside rivers, up and down rolling hills, in forests, and through charming small towns. In central Minnesota, one of the loveliest trails is the Soo Line Trail. This paved stretch crosses through the countryside, passing many small towns along the way. One of those towns is the tiny community of Bowlus, where a charming pit stop awaits for those who travel the Soo Line Trail....

The winter in Tennessee tends to get a bad rap. Folks are so excited about fireflies and bonfires that they can’t seem to wrap their heads around the idea of the chillier seasons. It’s full of fun, Nashville! It’s not just traffic and cold. It’s cozying up with bonfires and hot cocoa in your hands, it’s holiday music downtown and specials at the Ryman. This winter, Nashville has a doozy of a road ahead with the upcoming “Polar Coaster” making its way down the pipe way....

Get ready, because life in the Tar Heel State is about to get a whole lot more exciting with the opening of the first-ever alpine coaster in North Carolina! Few details have been released about the attraction as yet, but the fun includes a very steep mountainside that has an alpine coaster filled with twists, twirls, and drops that wind through the trees on a mountain across the road from and overlooking the Sugar Mountain Ski Resort....

Speakeasies may have disappeared long ago, but that doesn’t make them any less alluring. In fact, it’s not uncommon to come across bars modeled after the obscure watering holes of decades past. Lucky for us, we have such a bar here in the Magnolia State. Take a look: This is Brent’s Drugs in Jackson. A popular eatery, it’s not normally thought of as a nighttime spot. Nicola Zanna/Google Brent’s is most known for its retro vibe and classic diner fare....

Pumpkin spice is nice, but now that fall is arriving, it’s time to enjoy some fresh apples while they’re in season. Montana does have a short growing season due to the dry conditions and harsh winters, but that just means that only the strong survive (much like the people who call Montana home). Looking for a way to explore the best apple orchards in Montana? Here are six Montana orchards that grow the tasty local apples that make it into your pies and onto your plate....

Bonanzaville is fun to visit throughout the year for a trip back in time. There’s only one day a year, however, where you can do that while also enjoying some Christmas cheer. This historic “town” of sorts hosts an annual holiday event that thousands of people visit, and you’ll want to check it out for yourself. Here’s everything you should know about their 2019 event: Bonanzaville is a museum of sorts in West Fargo, bringing in historic buildings from all around North Dakota and creating a full-scale town that encapsulates what life once was on the prairie....

Good news, South Dakota: While Christmas may be here before we know it, there is still plenty of time to get out and enjoy this most wonderful time of the year! Are you not sure what to do next? We highly recommend taking in the annual Watertown Optimist Club’s Winter Wonderland. Located in - you guessed it - Watertown, the Winter Wonderland is precisely as the name implies: wonderful! Watertown Optimist Club Facebook...

Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you should stay cooped up inside all day. In fact, one of the perks of living in Louisiana is that we don’t experience the harsh winters our northern friends do, so we can play outdoors practically year-round. For a relaxing getaway that will make you feel like you’ve been transported to a tropical island, a visit to Grand Isle State Park is in order. Sinking your toes into the sand while gazing out at the serene Gulf of Mexico sounds like paradise, right?...

There’s something undeniably charming about holiday movies. Though the plots tend to be fairly predictable and somebody almost always falls in love, there is a certain seasonal magic in these films that’s impossible to not adore. One of the loveliest aspects of those movies is the old-fashioned, small-town atmosphere of the featured city or town, and you’ll be delighted to know that Cleveland is surrounded by winter wonderlands that are just as lovely as those you see on the big screen....

There’s no better way to spend a few days than out in the woods, totally free from the distractions and stresses of everyday life. Plan a trip to these quiet campgrounds in Delaware for a retreat you are sure to love. Blackbird State Forest, Smyrna Google Local / Oleg Pronin Camping in Delaware State Forests is free, but you’ll need to reserve your spot. Blackbird State Forest is one of the best kept secrets around, and this secluded campground is sure to be your favorite spot to get away from it all....

If you’ve lived in Washington for awhile, you know that some of our best food can be found in the most unexpected places. And that’s certainly true of Andrae’s Kitchen, a gas station restaurant in Walla Walla. This unassuming eatery serves some of the best food in town, and you’ll definitely want to try it. Andrae’s Kitchen is located inside the Cenex Gas Station on West Rose Street in Walla Walla....

Hiking in Massachusetts is so plentiful that sometimes it can be hard to choose where to go next. For some of the best nature views, head on over to Blue Hills Reservation and find your way to the Buck Hill trail. While this trail is beautiful all year round, it’s especially breathtaking in the fall as all of the leaves in the reservation start to change colors. When you reach the end of this trail, you’ll be met with an overlook of the Boston skyline that’s second to none....

No breakfast out is complete without a Bloody Mary or two, especially down here in the southern half of the nation. If the beginning of the day starts off on a high note? Well, the hope is that the rest of it will follow suite. These seven locations can be found all around the heart of Music City, and each offers a decadent or creative take on the brunch time classic....

When it comes to experiencing life across the pond in Tennessee, you may find yourself scratching your head. Where will you indulge in authentic bratwurst, you ask? Where can you find a Bavarian soft pretzel that tastes like it was honed in the heart of Germany? Look no further than Bavarian Bierhaus, a locally owned and operated eatery that has stolen the heart of city folk with its expansive amount of beer and decadent eats....

The West Coast isn’t exactly the first place you think of when it comes to good ol’ Southern-style Cajun cuisine. However, the Golden State is home to just about every type of cuisine in the world—all you have to do is look for it. There’s a delicious seafood boil restaurant with two locations in Northern California that is bound to hit the spot when you get the hankering for some delicious Cajun fare....

Whether you live in Southern California or you’re just visiting, it’s pretty much an expectation that you’ll devour some delicious seafood while you’re here. Although there are plenty of gems to choose from, we think this local joint stands out as it reminds us of an East Coast clam shack. Here’s a closer look at Connie and Ted’s and what you can expect to find when you visit. Welcome to Connie and Ted’s....