This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at FSU chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re well into October, and while everyone is excited for the fall season, every college student is feeling the pressure of midterms right now. <\/p>\n
Maybe you\u2019ve already gotten them out of the way, maybe you\u2019re doomscrolling right now while reading this as you procrastinate studying for your next one. It\u2019s a stressful time in the semester, with Homecoming, registering for classes, and most importantly, Halloween (or as we lovingly call it here at FSU, Tallyween).<\/p>\n
Here are four things you can do in Tallahassee to relax and unwind a little amid the midterm madness:<\/p>\n
Unwind at The Pumpkin Patch<\/p>\n
Come on, it\u2019s fall \u2014 what\u2019s more seasonally soothing than wandering among pumpkins? This is such an inexpensive way to spend some time with your friends and take your mind off stressful class work. Bonus points if you get some cute pics to post on your Instagram. I\u2019ve already visited the pumpkin patch with my friends, and I can\u2019t wait to go again!<\/p>\n
In Tallahassee, you\u2019ve got several pumpkin patches to choose from:<\/p>\n
Faith Presbyterian Pumpkin Patch<\/p>\n
This pumpkin patch is located on 2200 North Meridian Rd. at the Faith Presbyterian church, nicknamed the \u201cpumpkin patch church.\u201d They have pumpkins of all shapes and sizes that you can buy for yourself or just take cute pictures with! On Fridays at 7 p.m., they have an outdoor scary movie night, so if you\u2019re into that, bring a blanket or chair to watch with your friends!<\/p>\n
Tallahassee Heights<\/p>\n
This pumpkin patch is a bit more family-fun-oriented, with face painting, bounce houses, and a petting zoo! It\u2019s located on 3004 Mahan Dr. at the Tallahassee Heights Methodist church. They\u2019re open every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Oct. 31.<\/p>\n
Christ Presbyterian Pumpkin Patch<\/p>\n
This pumpkin patch is absolutely picture perfect and is open from sunrise to sundown until Oct. 31. It\u2019s located at 2317 Bannerman Rd. at the Christ Presbyterian church.<\/p>\n
Hit Up Local Bookstores<\/p>\n
For me, there\u2019s nothing I enjoy more than browsing for new books to read (even if I don\u2019t have time to read them). Barnes & Noble is a classic option, but if you\u2019re a baddie on a college budget like me, then some of your favorite places to buy books are secondhand. Some of my favorite places to browse for books are:<\/p>\n
Fat Cat Books<\/p>\n
For all my cat lovers out there, you\u2019ll absolutely adore this book shop. Everywhere you look, you\u2019ll see a cute cat lounging around while you thumb through an assortment of books. Definitely make sure to check out their Instagram<\/a> to stay updated on any special sales or events happening there!<\/p>\n My Favorite Books<\/p>\n This is one of my personal favorite bookstores, and I\u2019ve literally spent hours in here looking through the shelves. They have an amazing selection of books sorted by author and genre, which makes it super easy to find any specific book you\u2019ve had on your TBR (to-be-read list). Not only can you buy books here, but you can even bring in books for store trade credit!<\/p>\n Goodwill Bookstores<\/p>\n There are a few of these around Tallahassee, and it\u2019s worth checking them out if you\u2019re passing by. I\u2019ve honestly found these to be a hit or miss, but on a good day, I can find at least five good books to bring back home with me to add to my collection.<\/p>\n Go To An Escape Room<\/p>\n In the spirit of the Halloween season, an escape room is a perfect way to get your mind off midterms. You\u2019ll be too busy trying to figure out how to finish the escape room to worry about anything else! <\/p>\n Secrets Escape Rooms<\/p>\n If your brain needs an adrenaline jolt that\u2019s not checking your grade after a particularly hard exam, then check out Secrets Escape Rooms<\/a>. There are four different escape rooms available for you to choose from, all designed by local creators. So, if you\u2019re down for an adventure in a mausoleum, a tomb, or a wizard\u2019s tower, or if solving a murder in London sounds up your alley, this is the perfect place to go!<\/p>\n Retail Therapy<\/p>\n I already mentioned some secondhand bookstores, but of course, I couldn\u2019t possibly leave out good ole\u2019 thrift stores either. After (or during, I\u2019m not judging) midterms, I think it\u2019s completely necessary to treat yourself to some cute clothes and trinkets. Recently, I\u2019ve been loving these thrift stores:<\/p>\n Plato\u2019s Closet<\/p>\n Plato\u2019s Closet is close to campus, and it\u2019s so easy to swing by there after class and browse for some cute tops or try to score some cute FSU stuff! This spot is also great for turning in your unwanted clothes that are sitting in your closet in exchange for some easy cash.<\/p>\n Oak Tree Treasures<\/p>\n This thrift store has been something newer on my radar in terms of thrift stores, but it\u2019s quickly become a favorite of mine. They have some amazing home decor finds, and on a good day you can find some great clothes for a pretty good price. Be sure to check them out on days when they\u2019re having their sale events!<\/p>\n City Walk Thrift Store<\/p>\n City Walk has a pretty big selection of clothing to look through, and they also have frequent sales! You can find some vintage gems here, and of course, they have a selection of books, too.<\/p>\n Midterms can definitely be tough and overwhelming, but they\u2019re only a small part of the semester. Taking the time to slow down, whether you do this by wandering through a pumpkin patch, flipping through some books, or treating yourself to a thrifted find, can make all the difference. So, breathe, take a break, and remind yourself that you\u2019ve got this! Fall is about balance, and you deserve to enjoy it. <\/p>\n Want to see more HCFSU? Be sure to follow us on <\/a>Instagram<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>, TikTok<\/a>, YouTube<\/a>, and <\/a>Pinterest<\/a>!<\/p>\n \t