Fall is here, Newsletter

Dear ,

As soon as school is back in session for the year, we know that fall is just right around the corner. This season brings on the yearly fall activities of haunted houses, apple orchard picking, corn mazes, and, of course, pumpkin patches. Fall officially starts on Thursday, September 22nd. Here at Bay Corporation, we are excited about the changing of the seasons that will lead to the crisp fall air.

From all of us at Bay Corporation, we hope that this is your best season yet and that you can warm up with a cup of hot apple cider or a pumpkin spice latte.

Inspirational Quote

“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”

― Oscar Wilde

Brain Teaser

What goes up but never goes down?

(Find the answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

Experience Tremont

Typically, when you think of Cleveland you may just think of the big metropolitan city. Just on the outskirts of Downtown Cleveland is the lively urban village of Tremont. This village is consistently hosting new events to engage Northeast Ohio residents. Their events consist of performing arts, cultural festivals, and celebrating local food. One of their current events is their farmer's market where you are able to purchase fresh and local food from vendors. Some of these items may include local honey, homemade jams, freshly baked goods, and local produce. Also in attendance will be local artists and merchants, who will sell everything from beeswax candles to electroformed jewelry to acrylic abstract paintings. The farmers market takes place each Tuesday until October 12th from 4:00 - 7:00 pm. They do allow those who are included in the vulnerable population to attend early starting at 3:30 pm. This is a great event that is free of charge as well as family-friendly.

Cleveland Pumpkin Patches & Apple Orchards

Every fall it is traditional to either attend a pumpkin patch or an apple orchard. Sometimes it may be hard to find one that is local to you or the hours of operation. Luckily we have gotten you covered early. Here are some of the local Cleveland pumpkin and apple farms:

Pickering Hill Farm: Fall Festival
Avon, Ohio
October 1- October 30
Mapleside Farms: Pumpkin Village
Brunswick, Ohio
September 16-October 30
Miller Orchards: U-pick Apples
Amherst, Ohio
September 17

There are of course many other locations in the surrounding area. Don't forget to treat your friends or family to a great local fall festivity.

History of Halloween

Halloween is traditionally celebrated on the last day of each October. When we think of Halloween, we think of dressing up, trick-or-treating, and themed 'spooky' parties, but have you ever thought about where it originated from? The tradition started around 2,000 years ago in Ireland and was known as All Hallows Eve. Back then, this marked the end of their harvest and summer. The Druids of Ireland would gather together and have sacred bonfires, where they would burn their crops as they wore costumes. In America, the colonies did not have Halloween celebrations until the second half of the 19th century, when many Irish immigrants came over and they brought their traditions to the colonies. As the different beliefs of the immigrants and colonists started to emerge, the American version of Halloween came to life. It started with what they called "play parties" which celebrated the harvest. They would tell ghost stories and dress up. This is the start of the American Halloween traditions we see today, such as, dressing up in costumes and going trick-or-treating.

Ways to Reduce Stress

From time to time, it is common to get stressed out whether it be with work, school, or in your personal life. Here are 7 tips to help reduce stress:

Get more physical activity
Minimize screen-time
Practice self-care
Create quiet time
Reduce your caffeine intake
Spend more time in nature
Learn to stop procrastinating
Spend time with your pet

Being stressed can take a toll on you, both physically and mentally. These tips can help to create a better environment for yourself.

Green Living Tips For Fall

This fall we encourage you to make your mark in your own sustainability efforts. With the changing of seasons, a great way to create a more eco-friendly environment could start in your own house. Highlighted below are some changes you can make in your own home. By just taking a few steps you can help reduce your carbon footprint.

Use LED or CFL bulbs
Recycle your junk mail
Use of water-saving showerheads
Reduce air conditioning
Hang dry your clothes
Use an extra layer of clothing rather than turning up the heat
Reduce daytime electricity consumption
Turn your pumpkin seeds into a nutritious snack
Use eco-cleaning products
Unplug your small appliances

For more information about living sustainably, check out the United States Environmental Protection Agency sustainability research.

Benefits of Walking

Although typically every person walks on a day-to-day basis, there are many benefits to taking 30 minutes out of your day to go on a walk as exercise. According to the Mayo Clinic, some of the benefits include: increasing your energy levels, reducing stress and tension, improving cardiovascular fitness, and improving your mood, cognition, memory, and sleep. The more time that is taken out of one's week to just simply take a walk around the block, the greater benefit that person will be able to see and improve upon. It is important to set goals for yourself and they should be realistic ones. Depending on different aspects, goals are going differ from person to person. It is essential to start with what you are comfortable with and then push yourself to reach higher goals. On September 24th, The American Heart Association is hosting the 2022 Greater Cleveland Heart Walk. This will take place in The Flats and begin at 9:00 am. Through this event, you will be able to start working towards your goals for your fitness journey.

News from across the pond

Queen Elizabeth II, the United Kingdom's longest-reigning monarch of 70 years, passed away on September 8, 2022, at 96 years old. At just 26 years old, she became the Queen telling the U.K's Commonwealth, "my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service." She is survived by her four children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her eldest son, Charles became the monarch automatically after her passing, making him the 62nd monarch of the United Kingdom. Her funeral took place on Monday the 19th, and in attendance were President, Joe Biden and First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden. She was laid to rest next to her late husband, Prince Philip at Windsor Castle.

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