Halloween falls on October 31 because the ancient Gaelic festival of Samhain, considered the earliest known root of Halloween, occurred on this day.
In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to praise all saints.
Soon, All Saints' Day incorporated some traditions of Samhain and the evening before was known as All Hallows Eve, and later Halloween.
Over time, Halloween evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns, festive gatherings, donning costumes and eating treats.
Today’s the day to eat candies and sweets to your heart’s content! Happy Halloween!
Author: Rich Allen, REALTOR
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Marlborough Opportunity: 3 Beds for $250K
Welcome to 151 Ash St in Marlborough—a 3-bedroom, 1-bath house listed at $250,000. With a compelling price and a practical layout, this property offers buyers an opportunity to create a comfortable home in a desirable Massachusetts community.
The home’s approachable price point stands out against recent Marlborough residential market data, where the median sale price reached $584,722 from July through September 2026. For buyers seeking an entry point into the local market, this listing may be worth a closer look.
Whether you are a first-time buyer, an investor, or someone searching for a home with room to personalize, 151 Ash St invites you to imagine the possibilities. Bring your vision, explore the space, and consider how this property could fit your goals.
Interested in learning more? Reach out today for listing details or to schedule a showing. Opportunities like this deserve a closer look—contact us and take the next step toward making Marlborough home.
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Honoring the Significance of Indigenous Day | Real Estate Insights from the realinsyghts group™ discussing all things real estate from buying and selling to investing.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebrates, recognizes, and honors the beautiful traditions and cultures of the Indigenous People
We take a stand for and support the indigenous people on this day.
We should also offer our support to those who invest and uplift the indigenous communities. -
Creepy Clay Crafting
Looking for a creative way to celebrate the Halloween season in Millis? Creepy Clay Crafting is a free, hands-on event for teens and young adults in grades 6–10, happening Monday, October 19, 2026, at the Roche Bros. Community Room in Millis Public Library.
Participants can use clay along with decorative teeth, eyes, and other playful supplies to design wonderfully creepy creations. It is a fun opportunity to try something new, express your imagination, and connect with other local teens in a welcoming community setting.
As a local real estate professional, I love highlighting events that bring Millis families together and make our community feel like home. If you know a creative student who would enjoy a Halloween-themed craft, this free program is worth adding to the calendar.
Visit https://millislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hold-for-teen-event/ for event information and updates. Save the date, invite a friend, and get ready to make something spooky!
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Massachusetts Listings Rise 17% Statewide | Real Estate Insights from the realinsyghts group™ discussing all things real estate from buying and selling to investing.
In Mid-Q3, Massachusetts new listings boomed statewide, with single-family homes and condos together posting a yearly ↑17%, giving buyers more choices across the market.
Statewide home values remained elevated in Massachusetts: median single-family prices reached $695K, ↑~2% yearly, while median condo prices were $565K, ↑~4% yearly.
Closed sales were mixed in Massachusetts, with single-family activity nearly flat at ↓<1% yearly, while condo closings posted a steeper ↓~6% yearly.
An industry official called the listing growth encouraging, saying added supply gave Massachusetts buyers more options and showed shoppers stayed engaged for well-priced homes.
Looking into the current fall market, that official expected more inventory and returning buyers to help sustain strong activity and produce more pending sales.
