An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe
Hermann Farm is pleased to once again present a spirited evening featuring renowned history interpreter Anne Williams, who will perform some of Edgar Allan Poe’s best known works.
The program includes selections from the following: "The Black Cat", "The Tell-Tale Heart", "The Cask of Amontillado", "The Oval Portrait", "Morella", "The Masque of the Red Death", "The Fall of the House of Usher" (abridged), "The Raven", "Annabelle Lee", and other poems.
The event will take place on October 18, 2024 at the Hermann Farm Distillery Tasting Room. The gates will open at 6 PM, with the performance beginning at 7 PM. Cocktails and snacks will be offered during the evening.
When the performance is over, guests may join one of our guides on a lantern tour of the Master Distiller’s Log House and hear the history of the family that settled there.
This is an adult-only event. (17+)
Admission: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/hermannfarm/items/493098/?full-items=yes&flow=706791
Fall is a beautiful time of year and especially so in Benton County, MO!
Experience the smell of your campfire while wearing your comfy flannels, the cool autumn breeze while fishing on Truman Lake, a soothing cup of coffee from one of our many coffee shops - all to relax your cares away!
Brought to you in partnership with Benton County Tourism Commission.
Cole Camp, Lincoln and Warsaw all have special fall festivals to enjoy during your trip. October’s events begin with the Warsaw Heritage Days and Pioneer Village the 21-22 where you will find hundreds of handmade vendor booths in Drake Harbor to begin your holiday shopping. Venture up to the Harry S Truman Overlook for Pioneer Heritage Days where you will experience the 1800’s with demonstrations, music, cabins from years past, old-time demonstrations and more!
October 27-28 Cole Camp’s Pumpkinfest includes a Spirit Stroll, pumpkin carving contest, spooky scavenger hunt, haunted house, food vendors, 5K Zombie Run & Walk, food trucks and more!
On the 31st, you’ll want to visit Lincoln for their Frightfully Fun Family night at big city park in Lincoln for Halloween activities and a trunk or treat for the whole family and last but not least Warsaw’s Halloween Hoopla in downtown Warsaw with vendors, costume contests, trick or treating and more!
Spend your Fall in Benton County, MO and while you’re here - be sure and visit our family-owned shopping and dining! www.visitbentoncomo.com for more information or visit the Cole Camp Chamber of Commerce, Lincoln Chamber of Commerce or Warsaw Chamber of Commerce on Facebook!
Where to Buy Great Pies?
Updated November 17, 2022
1. Rolling Pin Bakery, Glasgow
104 Market Street • 660-338-0800 • Rolling Pin Bakery
Autumn Must-Try: Dutch Apple ($19.95)
What Makes It Special: The crumble topping is a hit on this one, but owner Jeremy Sayler says the homerun for customers is the bakery’s signature flaky crust.
Back For Seconds: Don’t miss out on the Strawberry Rhubarb or the Coconut Cream with meringue. Coconut Cream Pie is the bakery’s all-time most popular pie, and Jeremy has been making it since Rolling Pin opened 16 years ago.
Delivers? Nope, must pick it up in Glasgow.
2. The Pie Box, Nixa
417-886-4PIE (4743) • ThePieBox.com
Autumn Must-Try: Peanut Butter Cup ($21.95)
What Makes It Special: This creamy peanut butter swirled with milk chocolate served in a flaky crust will please your family and friends who don’t care for the traditional pumpkin or pecan at Thanksgiving.
Back For Seconds: Try the pumpkin crunch pie, made with freshly baked pumpkin pie with sweet creamy caramel baked right in, served in a flaky crust and topped with pecan butter crumb baked golden brown. The bakery also offers gluten-free and sugar-free options and 3-inch Sweeties, mini pies you can order by the dozen.
Delivers? Their shopping cart page will automatically assign a delivery date and time 24 hours in the future. If you would like to order for a specific date and time, you can select that on the final checkout screen.
3. The Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery, Kimmswick
6116 Second Street • 636-464-3128 • TheBlueOwl.com
Autumn Must-Try: Levee High Caramel Apple Pecan ($119.95) if ordering online, which includes shipping.
What Makes It Special: This pie weighs in at a whopping 9 pounds and uses a total of 18 apples, along with caramel and pecans. The apples are sliced and layered to create a sweet mountain.
Back For Seconds: Consider the Butterscotch Pecan or Layered Pumpkin for twists on Thanksgiving classics. Pies are 9 inches with varying heights; 5-inch minis are also available.
Delivers? You betcha.
4. Peggy Jean's Pies, Columbia
503 East Nifong Blvd, Suite C, Columbia • 573 447-7437 • PJPies.com
421 N Stadium Blvd, Suite 103, Columbia • 573-447-7146 • PJPies.com
Autumn Must-Try: Dutch Apple ($19.95)
What Makes It Special: This made-from-scratch gooey goodness has just the right touch of cinnamon and nutmeg with a crumbly topping of brown sugar, flour, and butter.
Back For Seconds: Owner Rebecca Miller’s favorite is the German Chocolate Pie. Highlighted by coconut and pecans, the recipe is courtesy of Rebecca’s mother and co-owner, Jeanne Plumley. Pies come in three sizes: 9-inch regular, 5-inch babies, and 3-inch tarts.
Delivers? Packs of six Jelly Jar Pies ship out each Wednesday. Place your order by Tuesday before 3.
Spooky Spots. That’s My M-O.
Experience a spine-tingling ghost story on your next vacation.
This article is presented in partnership with Visit Missouri.
Hey, Mo here to help you discover the haunted side of the Show-Me State, where you can investigate everything from ghosts at a former penitentiary to spirits lurking in a luxury spa. Grab a flashlight and camera — it’s time to go ghost hunting.
Built in the late 1860s, Lemp Mansion in St. Louis claims to be the most haunted place in the city. LIFE magazine once called it one of the 10 most haunted places in America. Learn about the Lemp family’s chilling history during a ghost tour, or hunt for paranormal activity with an infrared camera on three floors of the darkened mansion during The Lemp Experience.
By day, take a history tour of the Missouri State Penitentiary, once the oldest continuously operating prison west of the Mississippi. The facility, located in Jefferson City, housed inmates for 168 years until it was decommissioned in 2004. By night, experience the otherworldly side of the prison during a two-hour ghost tour, a three-hour ghost hunt, or an overnight paranormal investigation. Explore the grounds and cells and learn about former inmates who some say still roam the halls.
Hear ghostly tales on a nighttime tour of Springfield’s Pythian Castle, where strange noises, unexplained voices and floating orbs have been reported. Built by the Knights of Pythias as an orphanage in 1913, the castle was later owned by the U.S. military for more than 50 years. Today, the castle serves as the site of weddings and events and also hosts history tours, escape rooms and murder mystery dinners.
Said to be haunted by several spirits, The Elms Hotel & Spa in Excelsior Springs was subject to not one, but two fires — the first in 1898 and the second in 1910. Thankfully, there were no fatalities, but rumor has it that a spirit was involved in one of the fires. Guests have reported paranormal activity in the lap pool area of the hotel — once a popular hangout during the Prohibition era for gangsters such as Al Capone.
Ready for more harrowing encounters? Check out VisitMo.com and explore Missouri’s Most Haunted Places.
Autumn Beauty
Hermann Photographer William Fields captures autumn beauty in the Missouri countryside.
The farms and orchards that formed the backdrop for Williams Fields’s youth are among his favorite subjects as a photographer. His journeys down backroads and along fence rows reveal details often lost on those who speed by Missouri’s farm fields on the interstate.
The Hermann resident didn’t set out to be a professional photographer, although a passion for photography took hold when he received his first Kodak Brownie camera at age eight. Between then and now, he was a Navy plane captain, a sailboat racer, and an engineer working in the aerospace, laser technology, and automotive industries. Still, his interest in photography never faded and he continued to study the art even while following other professional and creative pursuits.
Photography was just one of several artistic diversions. He also honed his skills in printmaking and watercolor painting. A brush with Hollywood helped Bill see himself as the professional photographer he was destined to become.
“When I sold a couple of pictures to Steven Speilberg for set decorations, I finally began to consider myself a photographer,” he says. Those photographs decorated the captain’s quarters in a mid-’90s television series called Seaquest DSV.
His own quest to photographically preserve the landscapes he sees around him has led to the publication of two books: Hermann, Missouri: One of the Prettiest Towns in America, and The Four Directions: A Southwestern Journey. The latter won first prize at the 2019 Independent Publishers Awards for Best Coffee Table Book.
To see all photos from this article, check out the September 2022 issue of Missouri Life.
Jefferson City: Festivals, paddling and pumpkins!
Jefferson City: Festivals, paddling and pumpkins!
This article is presented in partnership with Jefferson City CVB.
The leaves are changing and crunching under your feet, mums line the streets, and pumpkin spice is everywhere you look. Fall has finally arrived, and it’s time to plan your next adventure. Whether you’re in the mood for a historical festival, a paddle down the Missouri River, or finding a colossal pumpkin, JCMO has the perfect day in store.
Oktoberfest in Old Munichburg – September 24, 2022
Commemorate the German heritage of Southside JCMO at the annual Oktoberfest in Old Munichburg. Expect plenty of dancing, traditional foods, crafts, car shows, a Dachshund Derby, and beer!
Race to the Dome – October 1, 2022
Paddlers, assemble! This canoe/kayak race on the Big Muddy has two race length options and is excellent for both seasoned and novice rowers. Take in the beauty of the Missouri River as you add a unique experience to your waterway repertoire!
Porchfest JCMO – October 2, 2022
Take a stroll down one of Jefferson City’s historic neighborhoods as the porches come alive with music during Porchfest JCMO. This family-friendly event centers around talented musicians, art, and activities, so grab your lawn chair and enjoy the live entertainment (tips appreciated!).
Fischer Farms Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze – Weekends October-November
What better place to celebrate fall than a pumpkin patch? Head to Fischer Farms Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze for a family day of fun chock full of hayrides, a corn maze, and pumpkins galore along with your favorite farm animals.
Holiday Mart JC – November 10, 2022
Knock out some of that holiday shopping at the annual Holiday Mart JC! Vendors from all over mid-Missouri will be decked out and stocked with the season’s best gifts. This event showcases local businesses while also benefitting the community. You won’t want to miss it!
Looking for even more fall coziness in JCMO? Check out VisitJeffersonCity.com for more events and explore all that the Capital City has to offer!
Road Trips.
That’s My M-O.
One tank of gas is all you need to explore southwest Missouri.
This article is presented in partnership with Visit Missouri.
Road Trip Mo here, hop in and join me for unbeatable fall views and exciting attractions in southwest Missouri. Fill up once and forget about it – you won’t need more than one tank of gas to fuel this epic adventure.
Springfield
Start your trip with a cruise through Springfield – the Birthplace of Route 66. Learn more about the iconic highway at History Museum on the Square. While you’re in town, don’t miss Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium. The massive attraction is filled with 35,000 fish, mammals, reptiles and birds.
Ozark
Just south of Springfield you’ll find Finley Farms & The Ozark Mill. This 40-acre property has a variety of dining options – a coffee shop, a farm-to-table restaurant and a speakeasy with elevated offerings. The restaurants receive fresh produce from the on-site urban farm.
Branson
Add a little live music to your road trip playlist. With more than 100 shows to offer, you’re sure to find something up your alley in the Branson Strip and Theater District. If thrills are what you’re looking for, Branson has that, too, at Silver Dollar City and Parakeet Pete’s Waterfront Zipline.
Ridgedale
Right at Missouri’s southern border, you can experience an electric cart ride along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail at Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve. Red, orange and yellow leaves make for a stunning view. Dining and drinks are available in addition to the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum.
Kimberling City
It’s time to head north, but before you return to Springfield, stop by Table Rock Lake. This picturesque lake has almost 800 miles of shoreline and is ideal for boating, picnicking and hiking.
Looking for more ways to see the Show-Me State? Check out VisitMo.com and discover your road trip M-O with fall drives.
Fall Flavors.
That’s My M-O.
Explore the flavors of Fall throughout Missouri.
This article is presented in partnership with Visit Missouri.
Nothing says autumn more than a bite of a crisp apple picked right off the tree or a freshly baked pumpkin treat. My name’s Missouri, but you can call me Mo, and I’ll be your guide to the festive spots where you can enjoy the flavors of fall in the Show-Me State.
Drinkables
For those that love the quintessential fall spices, O’Fallon Brewery in Maryland Heights has a variety of pumpkin beers available including Salted Caramel and Chai Pumpkin Port. If your taste trends more toward apple, Knowlan Family Farm in Bufordville makes fresh-pressed apple cider that will warm you up on even the coolest fall day.
Consumables
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a slice of pumpkin cheesecake from My Daddy’s Cheesecake in Cape Girardeau, an apple fritter at Ellianna’s Donut Shop in Columbia or Prairie Pie’s creamy pumpkin pie, available in various locations in Springfield. The Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery in Kimmswick is famous for its Levee High Caramel Pecan Apple Pie – each towering creation is packed with 18 apples.
Pickables
Load up the kiddos and head to one of Missouri’s U-pick farms. Beggs Family Farm in Sikeston offers a themed 10-acre corn maze and escape room as well as mini golf and a haunted boo barn. Sunshine Valley Farm in Rogersville grows blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and peaches, but this time of year, it’s the apples that bring visitors flocking.
Festivals
Plan a trip to Silver Dollar City in Branson from September 23 - October 29 and see thousands of glowing pumpkins illuminate the park. For a quaint, hometown feel, check out Pumpkin Palooza on October 29 in Washington. Activities include a giant pumpkin contest, seed spittin’ contest, pumpkin roll, costume contest, story time and music. Apple Butter Makin’ Days in Mount Vernon is a free, family festival held October 7-9 that features hundreds of vendors, live music and delicious food.
Looking for more to see and do in Missouri? Explore the possibilities at VisitMo.com, where I have the perfect vacation waiting for you.
Flavors of Fall
This article is presented in partnership with Visit Warrensburg.
Just north of Warrensburg off of Route 13 sits an autumn destination befitting of The Great Pumpkin. The revived Harvest Festival and pumpkin patch at Buckeye Acres celebrates its tenth anniversary this year and continues a long-held October family tradition.
Jim and Jeanne Counts established Buckeye Acres in 1982 to provide fresh produce like they had when they were growing up in northern Ohio. The farm started off with a u-pick strawberry patch and a few vegetables so Jeanne could stay home with their boys. As the boys, Buck and Will got older, the farm branched out into raspberries, blackberries, and increased the number of vegetable crops.
The original Harvest Festival began in October 1987 and featured a pumpkin patch, a wide selection of fall decorations, and family activities. In 2003, the Counts discontinued the festival when the boys went off to college. But after Buck and his wife Heather took over the farm in 2009, the harvest festival ramped back up in 2011 along with new offerings to the farm, which includes a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. They also sell produce on-farm and at the Warrensburg Farmers’ Market, and u-pick strawberries and blackberries are still grown each summer.
This year, many festival aspects will remain the same as in years past, but there will also be some changes due to COVID-19. Currently, masks must be worn in the farm store, and social distancing practices must be adhered to outside. Also because of the pandemic, the farm is increasing its hours for the festival. Instead of being open only on weekends, the farm will be open weekdays as well because they expect a decrease in school field trips to the farm.
During the Harvest Festival, hayrides will take guests to the u-pick pumpkin patch, where pumpkins can be hand-selected for fall decor or jack-o'-lanterns. Guests can also ride horses and snack on kettle corn or other foods from festival vendors. In addition, special events will include an apple butter-making demonstration and cider pressing, and entertainment will be provided on weekends. Homemade jams and jellies; fresh produce; homegrown beef, pork, goat, and chicken; Hemme Brothers cheese, farm home decor, and goat milk soap, among other items will be available for purchase in the farm store.
Visit Buckeye-Acres.com for more Harvest Festival information, or VisitWarrensburg.com for more events and destinations in the area. To learn more about the area’s face covering order before your trip, visit JohnsonCountyHealth.org.
Film Fests, Spooky Shows, Fall Treats, and more in Kansas City
“Electric Poe” - Union Cemetery - 227 E. 28th Terrace - TheCoterie.org
While live theater is a rare thing in the COVID era, The Coterie children’s theater and the Union Cemetery Historical Society have found a unique way to make the show go on. Thursdays to Sundays through Oct. 31, the historic cemetery south of Crown Center will become an outdoor theater. Actor R.H. Wilhoit will deliver Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Premature Burial” and “The Masque of the Red Death” in the style of an 1850s orator alongside Rex Hobart on electric guitar. The forty five-minute show is designed for ages ten and older. Space is limited to allow for social distancing. Patrons must bring their own chairs and blankets, and face masks will be required while entering and moving around the cemetery.
KC Underground Film Fest- KCUFF.eventive.org - 1818 Wyandotte Street
Featuring nearly thirty hours of programming, the first-ever KC Underground Film Festival will run from October 15 to 31. The free event will be held outside at the Film Row Art Screen in the Crossroads Arts District. The festival’s seventy seven films come from around the globe and range from documentaries, feature films, shorts, and animation. Attendees are asked to wear masks, bring their own chairs, and sit in pre-designated sections for social distancing.
Fall menu at Sweet Tea Pie Co. - SweetTeaPieCo.com
After being furloughed this spring due to the pandemic, chef Amy Marcus started making pies in her home kitchen as a way to pass the time and provide comfort food to friends and family. The project led to a full-fledged business, Sweet Tea Pie Co. Now, she works out of a commercial kitchen space inside the Bauer Building and is taking pre-orders for Thanksgiving pies. Her fall-inspired flavors include s’mores, pumpkin spice latte, bourbon maple pecan, chai chess, and caramel apple and pancetta.
Borgman’s Farmstead Store - 27 S. Second Street - Odessa - Facebook: @BorgmansDairyFarm
Cheesemaker Janet Smith will celebrate the grand opening of her first storefront on Oct. 3. The downtown Odessa location extends the reach of Borgman’s Dairy Farm, which Janet’s grandmother Blanche Borgman started in 1935. The shop offers items like chevre and flavored cheeses, sweet and savory cheesecakes, goat’s milk yogurt, Mexican-style caramel sauce, handmade goat milk soap, lotion and salves, and more. Janet also has a community supported agriculture membership program that allows customers to pick up weekly boxes of local produce such as dairy, meat, flowers, and vegetables.
Nickel and Suede - Country Club Plaza - 232 Nichols Road - NickelAndSuede.com
Since 2014, Kilee and Soren Nickels have contributed to Kansas City’s fashion scene with their line of lightweight leather earrings, cuffs, and other accessories. The couple’s flagship boutique is in Liberty and on Sept. 12, they expanded the brand with the grand opening of a 1,300-square-foot location on the Country Club Plaza.
