apples

Fall is coming, and you know what that means. It's time to pick some apples.

And what better way to make it than with the two most special ingredients? Freshly handpicked Maine apples and the company of family.

I looked it up so you don't have to.

Any time of year is the right time for apples, for me, but especially in the autumn. I begin every morning by eating a red delicious.

All across the northeast, 2018 has been the year of the squirrel...and it's far from over.

I grew up in Lewiston-Auburn and I loved this time of year! One of my favorite reasons were the family trips to go apple picking. We actually bought the apples at the store at the orchards, but enjoyed the free samples of apple cider, donuts, etc.

Get in on some apple picking action before they're gone this year! Check out this map to see where the best orchards are near you.

Monmouth has always had the tradition of growing apples and since 1989 has been home to AppleFest every September. I know for my family, it's not officially fall until we stroll downtown during AppleFest. The daylong celebration is this Saturday, Sept. 27.

I really don’t do much with apples. I eat them. And when someone else makes it I eat apple pie (mmm, pie). I know Granny Smith and Red Delicious. That is the extents of my apple know how. In Martha Stewart magazine there's an interesting story about pomologist John Bunker from Super Chilly Farm in Palermo where they have more than 200 heirloom varieties.