Say hello to crisp mornings, golden evenings, and the start of harvest season! With so much to dive into this time of year, we’ve rounded up the best autumn harvest festivals and pumpkin patches across our beautiful region, a look into ADUs and short-term rentals and what they really mean for homeowners, and a seasonal home checklist to keep things cozy and running smoothly. Make the most of those late summer veggies with a recipe for delicious calabacitas by local food entrepreneur, Nikki Guerrero of Hot Mama Salsa, and head out for adventure with some of the year's best events from Mt. Angel’s Oktoberfest and El Grito to Portland Fashion Week and so much more. From fresh starts to fall flavors and fun, here’s to making space for the good stuff!