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Berlin Parks Hosts Monster Bash, Trunk, Pumpkin Decorating Contest and Trunk or Treat

The Halloween Monster Bash and Pumpkin Decorating Contest takes place October 21.

BERLIN, CT - The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring their annual Halloween Monster Bash and Pumpkin Decorating Contest on Friday, October 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Willard School and is for Berlin youth only ages pre-school – 5th grade and their families. There is a fee per child, which will be collected at the door (this is a separate fee from the Trunk or Treat). All children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Come in costume and enjoy the evening with activities that include members of the UpBeat program and a DJ in the gym, various arts and crafts, games, Halloween Bingo and other spooky activities. If you come in costume, you can register for a chance to win a prize, random winners will be picked throughout the night. The annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest will be held on the same night. You must pre-register, in person, at the Parks and Recreation Department office to be eligible. It is open to Berlin youth only from preschool through 5th grade. More detailed information can be obtained from the town’s website.

On that evening the Willard School PTO will also have Trunk or Treat in the front parking area of the school on October 21 from 6:30-8 p.m. There is a fee per child, you can go from car to car and get goodies. Pay inside, at the door, and you will receive a ticket to enter the Trunk or Treat area. Help support the Willard PTO during this event.

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