Tag Archives: Halloween

Trick-or-Treat Must-Haves

Comfort Stroller or wagon for when little feet get tired (bonus: keep extra treat bags in here!) Walking shoes Ginger chews for upset stomachs Clean Hand sanitizer Moist wipes for sticky hands I see you! Reflective clothing or tape Matching glowstick bracelets or necklaces to keep families together Flashlight Prep for the weather Warm clothing Hand warmers Umbrella Safety Water …

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Adopting Black Cats — And Keeping Them Safe On Halloween

‘Tis the season for spider webs, ghosts, sweets and, of course, black cats. That’s right, it’s time to talk about Halloween’s mascot, the house panther. But it’s tough to be an icon. There are lots of rumors and superstitions surrounding black cats, so we’ve set out to clear up a few misconceptions. Do black cats really have a lower adoption …

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Best Spots for Pumpkin Picking and Fall Fun in Frederick

  If you head to a majority of the local chain grocery stores, you are sure to see a number of pumpkins available for purchase. But, let’s be honest. Where is the fun in just grabbing one there and setting it beside the week’s groceries? Instead how about heading to a number of locally owned and operated farms to pick …

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Run amok at these local Halloween events

Children in halloween costumes

Nowadays, Halloween costumes are not cheap. Parents and guardians would like for their children to get a good amount of use out of the costumes they purchase because, most likely, they will not fit them next year. Before the spooktacular trick-or-treat neighborhood events on Oct. 31, there are more than a dozen local events for families to run amok (amok, …

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Forget the Tricks and Keep the Treats: Halloween Safety Tips for Kids

Fall is here, and with the festivities come many temptations and goodies offered by the approaching holidays of Halloween and Thanksgiving. Following a few do’s and don’ts can make the celebrations a little safer and healthier for both children and parents. Treats for Special Diets Food allergies can put a damper on any kid’s fun, especially during Halloween. Examine the …

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Healthier Halloween Goodies

Halloween candy by the bagful abounds on supermarket shelves at this time of year. While kids love the abundance of sweets, parents concerned about their kids’ candy intake may wonder how they can reduce the amount of sugary treats their kids consume. We put together the following suggestions for healthier alternatives to Halloween candy that your kids — and the …

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Tackling the Halloween Horrors

For some children, Halloween is a time to overindulge in candy, take on a new identity for a day and witness spooky decorations transforming houses into macabre homes. However, the holiday can be an anxiety-inducing time for others. Ghosts, spiders, blood, the dark, scary costumes, goblins and clowns are some of the common stressors for children. Animatronic decorations that come …

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Scary Stories and Thanksgiving Tales

Cozy up to fall with a good book in your hands. Board Books “Mouse’s First Fall” by Lauren Thompson Enjoy this classic story about Mouse and Minka as they explore this special season with great examples of counting, shapes, colors and autumn fun. “Pumpkins” by Gail Gibbons It isn’t fall without pumpkins! This book shares basic information on how pumpkins …

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