The following are the days and times set by different Wiregrass towns for kids to participate in trick or treat this week:
Abbeville – Oct. 31 – 5:30 -7:30
Ashford – Oct. 31 – 5-8
Brundidge – Oct. 30 – 5-7
Columbia – Oct. 31 – 6-7:30
Cottonwood – Oct. 31 – 5-8
Daleville – Oct. 31 – 5-8
Dothan – Oct. 31 – 5-8
Enterprise – Oct. 31 – 5-7
Fort Rucker - Oct. 31 - 6 - 8
Geneva – Oct. 30 – 5:30-7:30
Gordon – Oct. 31 – 5-8
Hartford – Oct. 31 – 6-8
Headland – Oct. 31 – 6-8
Kinsey – Oct. 31 – 5-8
Level Plans – Oct. 31 – 4-8
Midland City – Oct. 31 – 5-8
New Brockton – Oct. 31 – 5-7
Newton – Oct. 31 – 5-8
Ozark – Oct. 31 – 6-8
Slocomb – Oct. 31 – 6-8:30
Halloween is an exciting time for kids. Keeping this in mind, we want to remind everyone in the community the importance of having a safe Halloween. The following safety tips will ensure a fun holiday for everyone:
-Ensure costumes, wigs, masks, and props are labeled flame-resistant or flame-retardant. When making a costume choose material that won’t easily ignite if it comes in contact with heat or flame. Avoid costumes that are too big or billowing.
-Provide children with lightweight flashlights to carry as part of their costume.
-Supervise children at all times.
-Remind children of safety rules about crossing the street and watch for children darting out between cars.
-Be sure children know how to stop, drop and roll in the event their clothing catches on fire (stop immediately, drop to the ground, covering your face with your hands, and roll over and over to extinguish flames).
-Consider using flashlights or battery-operated candles when illuminating Jack-O-Lanterns.
-Dried flowers, cornstalks and crepe paper are highly flammable. Keep these and other decorations well away from open flames and heat sources, including light bulbs and heaters.
-If hosting a party, keep exits clear of decorations, ensuring nothing blocks escape routes.
-Use flashlights as alternatives to candles or torch lights when decorating walkways and yards.
The American Red Cross has several tips too:
-- Halloween is here and darkness could be a problem.
-- Trick-or-Treating ritual means children aren't used to walking outdoors at night, especially wearing bulky costumes.
-- Children should walk on sidewalks. If there's no sidewalk, walk on the left side of the road facing traffic.
-- Motorists are urged to increase their vigilance when young pedestrians are present.
-- Youngsters should wear light-colored costumes with reflective strips and carry a flashlight.
-- Don't eat any of the goodies until an adult checks them for safety.
I hope everyone has a safe and candy-filled Halloween!
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