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Ironton resident Patti Rawlins dressed up like the Wicked Witch of the West last Halloween for Trick or Treat. The times and dates have been announced for this year’s trick or treat.
Trick or Treat times set
Published Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Nothing is as exciting for children as that final haul of goodies at the end of a successful Halloween trick or treat.
Dumping and spreading every piece of candy across the living room floor wanting an immediate tally of how many miniature Snicker and Pay Day bars made it into the sack can even challenge the thrill of the trick or treat adventure itself.
Trick or treating is a great time for children of all ages and even their parents or guardians, but by following safety tips suggested by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, parents can ensure that their child will stay safe while allowing them to have the maximum amount of fun.
Area times and dates for Trick or Treating:
Monday, Oct. 26, 2009
Ironton Safe Trick or Treat, sponsored by the Ironton Lions Club and Ironton Rotary Club: 5:30-7 p.m. – Downtown Ironton
Ironton Halloween Parade: 7 p.m. – Downtown Ironton
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009
Ironton: 6-8 p.m.
Chesapeake: 6-8 p.m.
South Point: 6-8 p.m.
Hanging Rock: 6-8 p.m.
Coal Grove: 6-7 p.m.
Proctorville: To Be Determined
Athalia: To Be Determined
Ashland, Ky.: 6-7:30 p.m.
Huntington, W.Va.: 6-8 p.m.
Scioto County, Ohio: 5-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009
Flatwoods, Ky.: 6-8 p.m.
Russell, Ky.: 6-8 p.m.
Here are some Halloween costume safety tips:
> Wear flame retardant costumes.
> Try on costumes before Halloween to allow time for altering.
> Make sure your Halloween costume is colorfast so the color does not run onto your other clothes if it rains.
> Apply reflective tape to your Halloween costumes.
> Avoid cumbersome masks; use make-up instead.
> Make should be hypoallergenic and non-toxic.
> Wear comfortable, practical shoes.
> Keep all costumes and wigs away from candles and open flames.
> Do not carry fake swords, guns, knives or similar accessories that look authentic. Make sure they are flexible and cannot harm anyone.
Here are some Trick-or-Treating tips:
> Carry a flashlight with fresh batteries after dark.
> Take a cell phone or carry money along to make a phone call in case of problems or emergency.
> Wear identification that is easy to read.
> Always trick or treat in groups, accompanied by an adult.
> Follow a curfew and take a watch with a backlight.
> Plan your route ahead of time.
> Stay on the sidewalks and out of street if at all possible. Cross only at intersections and designated crosswalks.
> Walk. No running.
> Do not trample on lawns, flowerbeds and gardens.
> Trick or treat in familiar neighborhoods
> Only visit well lit houses. Don’t stop at dark houses.
> Do not enter any house unless you know the people and are accompanied by an adult.
> Carry a spare Halloween bag, in case the first one breaks or you fill your original one up.
> Do not approach unfamiliar pets and animals.
> Always watch for cars and do not jaywalk.
> Do not eat any candy until it is inspected for tampering under bright lights
> Avoid candy that has loose wrappings, is unwrapped, has puncture holes or is homemade.
> Report any suspicious or criminal activity to an adult or police.
> Be polite and say “Thank you.”
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Posted by nottellin (anonymous) on October 7, 2009 at 9:57 a.m. (Suggest removal)
This is the only area I've ever seen that CHANGES Halloween from year to year.
Why not just trick or treat on Halloween night? What's the big deal?
Posted by swimmingupstream (anonymous) on October 7, 2009 at 12:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Actually, I doubt anyone could tell you why. It's just the way its always been and we've always done it that way and don't even suggest anything be changed even it it makes sense to change it because we've always done it that way and just be quiet and understand we've always done it that way and we aren't going to change ever understand ever!!!!!!!
Posted by MEinOH (anonymous) on October 7, 2009 at 12:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Exactly. Just to be different. Silly if you ask me! Especially to purposely make it for a school night instead of waiting till actual Halloween on a weekend!! Weirdos!
Posted by myvoice (anonymous) on October 7, 2009 at 12:27 p.m. (Suggest removal)
i believe one reason the trick or treat dates are different is because halloween does not fall on the same day of the week.....sunday and wednesday are church nights and the weekends would not be a good idea because there are more people out on the road on weekends...........................
i think they have gave everyone enough time to plan for this event............
Posted by nottellin (anonymous) on October 8, 2009 at 10:54 p.m. (Suggest removal)
So what? Sunday and Wed are church nights? The kids are gonna rot in he** if they miss church ONE night? The parents don't even go with half the kids that do go to church, they shove them onto the church bus and sit their lazy butts at home enjoying the free baby sitting service.
As for the weekends... There aren't THAT many more people out on weekends, not during the t.o.t. times.
Trust me, church makes not a difference in the attitude of many of the people. Go to any retail store after church and watch.. the RUDEST, most hateful people in the store are the ones who just came out of church.
Posted by nottellin (anonymous) on October 8, 2009 at 10:54 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Swimmingupstream, thanks for the giggle! I understand what you're saying.
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