Rust rimmed leaves are making their appearance, in and around the Northeast. Autumn has arrived.

Have you ever wondered where the word, "autumn" originated? It was birthed from the Old French word, autompne, and was later altered to the original Latin word autumnus. In the 12th century, there are very few examples of its usage. During this time period, the term, harvest was the chosen expression for the season. The root of this word can be traced back to the Germanic and Scottish languages. In German, it translates as herbst and to the Scots it is known as hairst. By the 16th century, harvest was reinstated as a verb, and the word autumn was adopted, as a familiar phrase for the season. The word, fall was also being used in 16th century England. The Old English and the Old Norse dialog, share the same meaning for this term, "To fall from a height."

One interesting, international, fall fact: In Australia, autumn begins March 1 and ends May 31. (References - New Shorter Oxford English Dictionary 1997, Harper, Douglas, online Etymology Dictionary.) This breezy colorful season is a perfect time for explorations and to venture off to magical places.

Salisbury Township is providing one way, to sit back and enjoy an enchanted getaway. The township is hosting a bus trip to Rodgers and Hammerstein's, Cinderella on Broadway in New York City 8 p.m. Oct. 19. The tickets include orchestra seating and transportation to and from New York City. Lunch and shopping will be on your own. The non-refundable cost is payable by cash, check or money order. You may pay for your tickets in full at the time of registration or pay for them in installments. Register at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 S. Pike Ave., Allentown, contact Salisbury Township at 610-797-4000 or download a flyer from their home page - www.salisburytownshipa.com for more information.

Attention all dog-owners: Salisbury Township is enforcing the, "No Animals at Parks Ordinance." The township officials would like to remind residents and visitors of Salisbury Township parks that dogs or other domestic animals are not allowed in township parks. The only exceptions are Franko Farm Park and Walking Purchase Park (only leashed dogs are allowed in these areas). Go to the townships website for more information.

If you're interested in healthy snacking, stop by Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church of Eastern Salisbury 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays or Thursdays to place your order for popcorn to support the Boy Scouts.

There are 15 varieties of popcorn to choose from. Three types are in tins and three types are microwavable.

There will be two options for military donations. The Boy Scouts will distribute the donated popcorn to members of the military, their families and veteran organizations.

Thirty-seven percent of all sales, including military donations, benefit Scouts.

The church is located on 1707 Church Road in Allentown. Sale ends Oct. 24.

Boy Scout Troop 146 will be taking orders for American and turkey hoagies now through Oct. 8. The hoagies will be available for pick up 8:15 p.m. Oct. 15. To place an order, contact Pat Yemm at 610-791-0983.

Put on your best smile Harry S Truman Elementary School kids! Picture Day is scheduled for Sept. 30.

HST will have a PTO meeting 7 p.m. Oct. 1. Come out and support your school HST parents.

Oct. 4 is Family Fun Night at the Salisbury High School football game. Both HST and Western Salisbury Elementary School students are invited for a night of fun.

All Salisbury Youth Association cheerleaders will participate in the game as well as the SYA football players who will run across the field and be recognized. Game starts 7 p.m. against Saucon Valley.

Elementary student admission is free and each student will receive a free hotdog.

The following week is "100 yards of Hope." T-shirts and ribbons will be sold with proceeds going to the American Cancer Society.

Salisbury is seeking a softball pitching coach, a junior varsity softball coach and a middle school softball coach. Applicants must submit a letter of interest and resume outlining experience and Act 34 and Act 151 clearances (current within one year), FBI check (current within one year), and I-9 form with required identification. A health form with TB test will be due upon hire. If interested, contact Monica Deeb at 610-797-4107, ext. 2504 or via email at mdeeb@stsd.org. The deadline for applications is noon Oct. 1.

The Allentown Public Library knitting club will meet 2 to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at the library, 1210 Hamilton St., Allentown. For additional information, call 610-820-2400 or visit www.allentownpl.org.

Free computer classes at the library will be held 9:30 to 11 a.m. beginning Oct. 5. Patrons can signup for the class by stopping by the reference desk, or calling 610-820-2400, ext. 1. While signups are encouraged, drop bys are allowed, space permitting.

Vintage postcards, rare books, old paper advertisements, aged photographs, comic books, antique toys and pop memorabilia are some of the items featured at the Allentown Paper Show 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 5 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 6 at Agri-Plex Agriculture Hall. The event, which has been held since 1970, will showcase the wares of nearly 250 vendors.

For additional information on the show, a discount admission coupon or directions, visit www. allentownpapershow.com.

Salisbury Youth Association basketball registration will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 25 at Laubach Park and 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 2 at Salisbury Middle School. For additional information and costs, visit basketball@syasports.net.

The Salisbury Football Booster Club's second annual car show will be held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 12 at Salisbury High School. Muscle cars, antiques, street rods, 4 x 4s, tuners and race cars will be displayed.

Music will be provided by DJ Myc and Ricky Smith and the Crush noon to 3 p.m. Visit the school district website www.stsd. org for additional information.