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Autumnal Equinox

When :  September 22: 2008, 2009: September 23, 2010

The Autumn equinox signals the beginning of Fall. It is the point where there is exactly 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness at the equator. If you live anywhere else, however, you will see a little bit more or a little bit less than 12 hours of daylight. The daylight hours are dwindling and will continue to do so until we reach the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year and the start of winter.

In ancient times, the Autumn Equinox was cause for a variety of pagan festivals, among them the celebration of the birth of Mabon, the son of Mordon, the Goddess of the earth.

It is also a time to celebrate with a variety of Fall and Harvest Festivals. People enjoy fall festivals as they sense the closure of a great summer season and the coming of a long winter. The fall festivals are the last of the outdoor events until spring. Just getting there is half the fun as you drive through hills and forests ablaze in fall color. So, get out and enjoy them.

Speaking of Fall festivals, the Pumpkin Festivals and weighoffs are among the best and biggest. Find more on Pumpkin Festivals.

By the way, you will find it interesting that in the pagan sites you surf through, they talk about altars and sacrifices to the gods. In the literal definition, pagans do not believe in God. Hmmmm........

More Information:

The Fall is Upon Us

Mabon celebrates the birth of Mabon, son of Modron the Goddess of the earth

Autumn Equinox describes the pagan beliefs

The Festival of Alban Elued

Seasonal Festivals of Greeks and Romans

Mabon Lore

Autumn Greetings

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Pumpkin Festivals and Weighoffs

As summer ends and the beautiful, golden autumn season begins,  people turn back into their homes and redecorate for the season. Browse through a wide selection of fall seasonal and other products at Pumpkin Nook's Market

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