Raleigh's Active Adult Program is organizing a trip to the Whirligig Festival, celebrating the kinetic art of Vollis Simpson in Wilson County, with music, food, and vendors. The event takes place on Nov. 1, with a $15 fee.

Janesville's Enchanted Forest & Hollywood Hayride offers family-friendly Halloween fun with candle-lit walks, live actors, games, and rides from October 8-11.

St. Alphonsus Church in Lakeview, Chicago, kicks off its 23rd annual Oktoberfest this weekend, with German food, music, and beers. Admissions are $10 on Friday and Saturday and a $5 donation on Sunday.

Wolfe Park is hosting a Howl-O-Ween event on October 12th for pets and owners, featuring treats, a costume contest, and local vendors, from noon to 3 pm.

New monthly event "Beats and Bites" in Pembroke Pines features live music and food trucks, themed around different musical decades on Thursday nights.

The Oak Creek Plan Commission approved Buc-ee's first Wisconsin location, despite some local concerns about potential disturbances. The store will feature 120 fueling stations and promises infrastructure investment.

JK Studios plans a return to live-taped sketch comedy on Oct. 3-4, aiming to recreate the fun, high-energy environment of their early performances and connect with their audience.

Billy Moore Days festival celebrates Avondale's heritage in October with a carnival, live music, and diverse activities, offering wristbands for rides and benefiting local charities.

Boerne city officials announce a range of Oktoberfest events, including beer tastings, contests, live music, and themed celebrations, with multiple local breweries participating.

Oklahoma City residents are expected to enjoy warm, clear weather with days in the high 70s and 80s and mild nights around 60 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.

New Orleans is expecting variable weather this week, with high humidity, chances of rain and thunderstorms, followed by clearer skies and sunny conditions by the weekend.

A Missouri resident won a record $1.787 billion lottery jackpot and chose a lump sum payout of $410.3 million before taxes. The winner plans to maintain a low-key lifestyle.

Ventriloquist Terry Fator is ending his Las Vegas residency at The STRAT on September 23 to pursue new projects, including symphony performances and TV work.