Halloween Happenings, Traffic Alert, Music And More

1. Today should be sunny and dry with a high of 60°F and an overnight low of 35°F. Here's whatWeather.com is predicting for the rest of the week—and it's looking good for Trick or Treaters on Halloween.  

• Tuesday, Oct 29: Partly cloudy, high temperature 52°, low 42°, no chance of rain. 
• Wednesday, Oct. 30: Morning showers, high temperature 53°, overnight low 39°
• Thursday, Oct. 31, Full Halloween Forecast: Mostly cloudy, with a high temperature of 62°F and low of 55°F. There's just a 10 percent chance of rain. 
• Friday, November 1: There's a 30 percent chance of showers today, with a high of 64°F and an overnight low of 48°F.

2. The only meetings in Waterford this week are political. On Tuesday, October 29, the Democratic Town Committee meets at 7:30 p.m.; on Wednesday, October 30, the RTM Democratic Caucus meets at 7 p.m.. Both meetings will be held in the Louise T. Appleby Room at Waterford Town Hall. Don't forget, the November 5 municipal election is right around the corner.  

3. Traffic: Sewer line replacement is expected to tie up traffic near Route 32 North and on Richards Grove Road this week. There will be one-way alternating traffic in this area. Waterford Police Department warns that delays may last more than 20 minutes. The work will be conducted from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. daily, Monday – Saturday, and 9:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday if necessary. 

4. Fun Events This Week in Waterford

Tuesday, October 29: Waterford High School's Music Department will give its first concert of the year featuring performances by WHS jazz ensemble, chamber choir, and chamber orchestra starting at 7:30 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. 

Wednesday, October 30: First Baptist Church of Waterford, 105 Rope Ferry Road, will hold a free Fall Festival at 6 p.m. with carnival games, cotton candy, a bounce house, face painting, candy, snacks, and more. 

5. Halloween Happenings

The weather looks promising for trick or treaters this year but there are other ways to celebrate on October 31. 

• The Quaker Hill Fire Company is hosting its annual Halloween Party 6:30-8 p.m. at 17 Old Colchester Road, Quaker Hill. There will be free pizza, popcorn, soda and candy treats and a Halloween costume contest, which starts at 7:30 p.m. 
• Teens can have their faces painted by a professional for Halloween night at Waterford Public Library and enjoy pizza at the same time. The event is free and open for grades 6-9. Registration required, call (860) 444-5805.