Residents of Green, it's that spooktacular time of year again. The city's annual Trick-or-Treat Trail and Costume Contest is set to bring a ghoulishly delightful afternoon to Central Park at 1755 Town Park Blvd on Saturday, October 19. As per tradition, entering this family-friendly event requires merely a non-perishable food item or a personal care donation benefiting the commendable Green Good Neighbors. According to the City of Green's announcement, the costume contest starts at 2:15 pm sharp, with age-grouped categories ready to strut their stuff to win prizes for the top three creative get-ups.
Start planning those innovative costumes, as no pre-registration is required to participate. Kicking off the contests are the 8-12-year-olds at 2:15 pm, to be shortly followed by the 4-7-year-olds at 2:30, and then the youngest goblins and fairies, aged 0-3 years at 2:45 pm. The anticipation will not last long, though, as the Trick-or-Treat Trail commences at 3 pm outside Community Hall, aiming to provide an afternoon brimming with candy and happy haunts. Organizers promise the event will persist rain, snow, or shine. However, should Mother Nature unleash her fury, they'll turn to social media to quickly update regarding any necessary cancellation.
Parking won't be an issue, as attendees can use the spaces available at the Central Administration Building, Green Memorial Stadium, and the Central Park parking lot. Furthermore, the inclusive event ensures that sensory stations are strategically placed throughout the waiting line, a nod to the community's commitment to accessibility for all its ghostly guests.
For those feeling more generous than ghoulish, local businesses and organizations are encouraged to grab a spot along the Trick-or-Treat Trail to hand out candy and treats. The city has thrown down the gauntlet, inviting all interested to contact Matt Kress by emailing [email protected] or phoning (330) 896-6621 before October 19. It's a sweet deal, and an excellent opportunity to engage with the community in this lighthearted event pledged to bring smiles to the faces of countless witches, superheroes, and creatures of the night.
