The Middletown Township board of supervisors recently announced that Halloween is on in Middletown Township. Throughout the month of October, the township will share helpful information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health authorities about how the community can “keep it safe and have fun.”
Recommendations for celebrating Halloween this year include:
– Trick-or-treat with only the people you live with
– Keep a physical distance of at least six feet from others
– Wear a facemask that covers your nose and mouth
– Do not participate if you are feeling sick
– Inspect candy before consuming
– Use a flashlight when walking in the dark
– Be respectful of others
– Turn off exterior lights to your home if you wish to not participate
“So many things have been taken away from our children this year. Let’s make sure that Halloween is not one of them,” said board of supervisors vice chair Amy Strouse. “Our ‘Halloween Safe’ campaign will help our community to have a safe and fun holiday.”
Additionally, Middletown Township will host a Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Extravaganza on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Middletown Municipal Center. This socially-distanced celebration will include treat bag distribution to residents in their vehicles. Township staff, including police, fire and parks and recreation, will join with community organizations and local businesses in the treat distribution. There is no cost to participate.
Costume wearing and vehicle decoration is encouraged. Families participating in the event will remain in their vehicle throughout the event. Businesses and organizations interested in participating in the event or donating should contact Joanne Morelli at [email protected] by Oct. 15.
