Did Autumn forget about us?

Why is it still green in mid-October? My favorite maple tree in our yard is a very early turning tree. It is red now, and thank goodness because it's the only red thing around. Some of the trees are starting to turn - the prediction is for peak color next week and the following week. Right after we go back to work! We are postponing leaf-peeping in the mountains for this weekend, and plan to work around the house and in the yard this week.