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Halloween Weekend in Guilford
The weekend before Halloween offers fun and festivities for all ages in the town of Guilford: put on your Costume, explore a Haunted House, make your own Scarecrow, carve a Pumpkin, and more!
Halloween may not come until Wednesday, but Guilford is celebrating all weekend long! When you're not preparing for the impending Hurricane, here are some great local Halloween events:
Start your weekend off a little early, and check out some events happening today (don't worry, we won't tell anyone, it is Halloween after all)!
October 26th:
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What: Holidaze: The Real Story of Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas
Where: Henry Whitfield Museum
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When: 10-4:30 PM
From now until December 14th, visitors of the museum can check out this current exhibit which delves into the myths and traditions of America’s fall and winter Holidays. What did I learn after touring the exhibit: Bobbing for apples apparently originated from a Roman Festival for Pomona, the goddess of fruit and orchards, which was celebrated around November 1st. Romans believed that the first person to catch a bobbing apple with his or her teeth would be the first to marry in the New Year. Who would have guessed?
What: Pumpkin Carving
Where: The Gables at Guilford
When: 7 PM
As part of The Gables Fall Harvest Celebrations, residents and visitors can carve their very own pumpkins.
What: Masquerade Ball, co-sponsored by the Guilford Savings Bank
Where: Madison Winter Club
When: 7:30-10:30 PM
Guilford Savings Bank co-sponsors this night full of intrigue and entertainment. The event will include Hand High School Jazz Band, a silent auction, bar, candy table and a photo booth.
October 27th:
What: Make Your Own Scarecrow
Where: Bishop's Orchard Farm Market
When: 10-5:30 PM
A family family-favorite event that’s fun for all ages at Bishop's Orchards Farm Market! Bishop's supples all of the materials you’ll need, from hay to hats, to stuff your scarecrow.
You’ll also find glitter tattoos, face painting by Funderful Face Painting, and a free children’s snack with every scarecrow! All proceeds from scarecrows and glitter tattoos benefit the Community Dining Room (CDR), a not-for-profit organization currently serving more than 4,000 meals per month to shoreline neighbors.
What: Guilford Seniors 39th Annual Holiday Fair
Where: Community Center, 32 Church Street
When: 9 AM-2 PM
Stop by the Community Center for reasonably priced great gift items! Goods available will include crafts, books, theme baskets, baked goods, jewelry, and a raffle. Breakfast and Lunch will be available for purchase.
What: Halloween Hysterics
Where: Henry Whitfield State Museum
When: 10:00-4:30 PM
Explore the historic Henry Whitfield State Museum led only by your flashlights and your guide. All the while, your leader is telling creepy crawly tales of the town and the home itself. You can explore the basement as well, which is usually closed off to visitors. Candy and Crafts will also be available for the kids. For more information, click here.
What: Holidaze: The Real Story of Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas
Where: Henry Whitfield Museum
When: 10-4:30 PM
October 28th:
What: 7th Annual Halloween Party
Where: Guilford Green, rain site Adams Middle School
When: 3-5 PM
Family and children of all ages are welcome to attend this event that's become a tradition in the town.The event will include a Costume Contest, so come dressed up! Prizes will be awarded to various age groups. Mr. Magic will perform and food will be available for purchase. There will also be a window painting contest, and kids can participate in "Trunk or Treat."
What: Holidaze: The Real Story of Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas
Where: Henry Whitfield Museum
When: 10-4:30 PM
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