Real Trends Flickr.com The September housing report came out and showed some very encouraging results! September housing unit sales rose 3.2% and the average price of homes sold in September 2014 were up 6.8% from September 2013. These are great statistics and they indicate that the housing market is on

Looking to find a pumpkin patch to visit this fall weekend? Anderson Fun-E Farm and Fort Dread Open from 6-10 pm on Thursday and Friday; 3-10 pm Saturday and Sunday1423 W. Broadway St. Joliet, IL1-888-352-5837 Garden Patch Farms Open daily from 9 am to 6 pm14158 W. 159th St. Homer

Flickr.com Normantown Equestrian Center is offering haunted pony rides on Sunday, October 26th from 2:30-4 pm. The 10 minute pony rides will take place in the indoor arena and cost $10 each for kids ages 3 and up. All participants must both register and pay before the event. All riders

Flickr.com Planning a remodeling project soon? Read these common mistakes that are made before diving into your project! Common DIY Problems

Flickr.com Come to the Plainfield costume swap to find the perfect Halloween costume for your child. Drop off your child’s gently used costume today to the Recreation Administration Center (23729 W. Ottawa Street) and then come back to the swap event at the Heritage Professional Center this Saturday, October 18th.

Two professional storytellers will be coming to the Plainfield Library (15025 S. Illinois St.) on Monday, October 20th for “Grimm’s Grimmest: The Darker Side Of Fairy Tales” from 7-8:15 pm. This event is geared towards adults and families with kids ages 10 and up. Judith Heineman and Daniel Marcotte will

simplyrecipes.com With a very rainy day predicted for today, it’s the perfect time to stay inside and enjoy a nice comfort food meal. Below is a recipe for warm, cheesy, and delicious baked Ziti. Enjoy!      Baked Ziti Simply Recipes Cook Time: 55 mins Serves: 8 Ingredients *If you

Freerangestock.com The annual ‘Spooktacular’ event is taking place on Saturday, October 25th at 11 am. Children and their families are encouraged to attend the event in their halloween costumes and trick or treat at various participating businesses in downtown Plainfield. The Avery Family YMCA will be giving hayrack rides to

Flickr.com Plainfield residents are welcome to register for the 7th annual Plainfield Park District Halloween outdoor decorating contest (program #16402A1). There will be two categories for prizes: family-friendly and scariest house. The contest is available for all Plainfield Park District residents with a $5 fee per home. Participants are encouraged

Flickr.com The Plainfield Park District is hosing the Frankenstein’s Kiddie Carnival on October 24th from 6:30-8 pm at Indian Train Middle School. Kids can enjoy games and win prizes. After the games are over, there will be a costume contest for kids ages 10 and younger. Prizes will be given