Sunrise Before 6 a.m.

 The sky was a beautiful color as the sun rose before 6 a.m. on Halloween.

Moon Rise

 The moon was rising far above the evergreens in the front yard. 

Upcycled Art

There was an exhibit of upcycled art at the White Bear Center for the Arts. The first photograph is of flowers made from pop or water bottles. The second photograph is of mushrooms created from plastic bags. 

Milkweed Seeds

The milkweed seeds and fluff are ready to be carried off by the wind.

 

Harvest Time

It's time for the corn to be harvested. 

Osceola Parade

One of the best parades in the region is one in Osceola. With over 90 units, the parade lasts for about an hour and a half. There are lots of handouts - for both children and adults.

 

Huey Helicopter

Watched a Huey Helicopter take off after doing an aerial flyover at Taco Daze in Scandia. There were other military aircraft that were in the flyover. The theme of Taco Daze was "Hometown Heroes." 

 

Late-Summer Rose

 One of the rose bushes had a final bloom for the season.

Chalk Fest

Stopped by the Chalk Fest in Maple Grove. Some of the artists were still working on their pieces which was interesting to watch.

Powerful Grip

One of the Washington County Sheriff's canines got to play after doing a demonstration. His grip was quite powerful on that toy.

Love Mural

 Saw this beautiful mural with a positive message in Faribault.

Carnival Ride

This was one of many rides at the Steele County Fair in Owatonna.

Taxidermy

 Some of the many taxidermied animals at Cabela's in Owatonna.