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Ask the Patch Pros: Take the Fright Out of Halloween Preparation
Need some help getting ready for Halloween? We have some experts on hand to talk about everything from Halloween safety to picking out your costumes.

The goblins and ghouls might not be real on Halloween night, but getting ready to participate in events on the holiday can be a harrowing experience.
But we're here to help!
Whether you're wondering what costume to pick out or how your children can safely go trick-or-treating we have some local experts available to give their best Halloween advice.
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Participating Pros
- Mackenzie Sposeto and Scott Cunningham. Child safety experts. School resource officer in the Waukee school district.
- Dave Deibler co-owner, Mohair Pear
- The staff at the Theatrical Shop in West Des Moines' Historic Valley Junction.
- Alisa Weinstein, Home Ec. Workshop in Iowa City.
- Cheryl Gleason, Random Goods Resale and Costume Shop in Ames
Find out what's happening in Iowa Cityfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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