Hello Monday, Hello Northampton! 👋

September 22nd is here, and so is your fresh start. Here’s

what’s happening today around town.

Mark & The Local Rundown Northampton Crew

Imagine storytime under the stadium lights—without the crowds or the game-day noise. On Monday, September 22nd from 6 to 8 p.m., families with preschool through 5th grade students are invited to Cottingham Stadium in Easton’s West Ward for Reading Under the Lights, hosted by Family Connection of Easton.

Kids can cozy up with blankets or chairs right on the field, while community members and volunteers share favorite books. It’s a unique way to encourage reading, with the added magic of being on the turf under the glow of the big lights. The atmosphere is laid-back and welcoming, making it an easy after-dinner outing for families.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate, the event shifts to Tuesday, September 23rd (same time, same place).

If your family has a sweet tooth, Easton’s got you covered with the Fall into Sweetness Sweet Stroll on Monday, September 22nd. Downtown shops and small businesses are teaming up to turn the city into a walkable dessert sampler. Think chocolates, candies, cookies, and other seasonal treats sprinkled throughout town.

It’s part walking tour, part treasure hunt, and entirely delicious. Families can explore local storefronts, meet business owners, and discover hidden gems while the kids delight in the sugar rush. It’s also a nice way to support Easton’s small business community on a weeknight, without committing to a full sit-down dinner out.

Mondays can feel like a scramble—homework, dinner, bedtime, repeat. But what if you flipped the script and made dinner part of the fun? Try an after-school picnic at Hugh Moore Park in Easton. It’s an easy, no-fuss way to stretch the evening and give kids some fresh air before the week gets too busy.

The park has it all: a big playground for little ones, wide-open fields for tag or tossing a ball, and access to the Delaware Canal towpath if you want to fit in a short walk or bike ride. As the sun starts dipping earlier this time of year, it creates that perfect golden light—just right for a laid-back family meal outside.

Dinner doesn’t need to be fancy. Pack sandwiches, fruit, and maybe a thermos of soup if it’s cool out. Or stop by a local Easton spot (hello, takeout pizza!) and bring it along. The point is to skip the kitchen table for a night and enjoy the change of scenery.

It’s a small shift, but one that makes Monday feel like a mini adventure—and those little traditions are often the ones kids remember most.

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Mark