Trick-or-treat night is scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 30 in Blair County, including Tyrone, Bellwood, Antis Township, Snyder Township and Warriors Mark.
\nHowever, for those who don\u2019t want to go door to door that evening, there are several alternative options available.
\nFirst Assembly of God Church will host its annual \u201cLight the Night\u201d event from 6 to 8 p.m. in the church\u2019s parking lot behind Burger King. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the church\u2019s fellowship hall.
\nThere will be games, prizes, face painting, puppet shows and crafts. Also, free candy, hot dogs, popcorn, cider and hot chocolate. Also, Handi the Clown will once again entertain visitors with his balloon art. There is also the possibility of a special surprise visitor this year.
\nAnd best of all, everything is free.
\nAccording to Pastor Glunt, \u201cWe will, with God\u2019s help, continue (to offer) this night of activities for our Tyrone children because we receive a lot of very positive feedback from the community concerning this program.\u201d
\nThe event was started as a way to provide parents with a safe, well-lit, controlled atmosphere where they can bring their families.
\n\u201cEvery year, there are those who come to Light the Night who want to pay or give us money. Although we appreciate that, we don\u2019t seek any donations,\u201d said Glunt. \u201cLight the Night is a gift from the people of First Assembly of God to our community.\u201d
\nHe invites everyone to stop by and say hello, adding, \u201cI\u2019ll be hiding behind the popcorn machine.\u201d
\nAlso, First Presbyterian Church in Tyrone will host \u201cHalloween Hospitality\u201d on October 30 from 6 to 8 p.m.
\nThis event is for everyone. Children will receive a treat and have a chance to win a great prize by guessing the correct number of candies in a jar.
\nFinally, a \u201cLight the Night\u201d activity will be held at the residence of Lynn and Shelby Shaffer at 2114 Columbia Avenue.
\nThe whole family is invited to spend the evening enjoying events such as games, music, food and door prizes. Special activities include a live praise band, Plinko, jumbo golf, leap the dips, a bird seed search, spinning wheel and feed the frog. Hot chocolate, hot dogs and popcorn will also be available.
\nActivities are scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. A youth rally will follow, beginning at 8 p.m.
\nThe event is free to the public and made possible by donations from the community.
\nFor more information about this event call Shelby at 684-3547. To make a donation, contact Kevin and Sandy Detwiler at 684-5933.
\nTrick-or-treating door-to-door can be a dangerous activity without the appropriate supervision and precautions. Wear bright colors and make sure masks do not hinder the ability to see.
\nThese Light the Night events provide a fun and safe alternative environment for children and families during Halloween.
\nBut remember, there will be many children going door-to-door Thursday evening so be cautious when driving and watch for trick-or-treaters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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