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Halloween is Friday, 10/31

By Beth David, Editor

Welcome to our 20th annual Halloween Trail. 

Most are drive/walk by or wander around this year. But a few are still sending you through the gauntlet of horror, twisting around the yards, with who-knows-what jumping out to scare the bejeebers out of you. Don’t be surprised, though, if a few others do the same…unannounced.

See “Off the Trail but still worth the trip” on page 14 for other events like the Horribles Parade THIS Sat.

Please be respectful when you visit and are wandering around the yards. Remember that these are people’s private yards. Don’t touch, try not to get too scared. Feel free to scream. 

Let us begin…

1: 70 Oliver Street/ Haunts for Hope Back for the 11th year! The yard will be “alive” on weekends dusk till 10 p.m. Expect more and more scariness as we get closer to the big day. Come on by and walk around, but watch your back just in case some­thing comes alive. 

Please consider making a donation to our fundraiser to help children with thyroid diseases. The money goes directly to Boston children’s hospital to help Pediatric Thyroid Research: https://tinyurl. com/ytn8vnkh (https:// secure.childrenshospital. org/) We will have a few bake sales, but dates are not set. Come on by and see for yourself. Submitted photo.

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2: 76 Oliver Street This little Oliver Street rivalry has turned out to be lots of fun for the little street. I’m not sure of the hours, but considering the rivalry next door, I’ll venture to guess that they’ll be lit up every night. Look at the variety of creatures! Watch your back walking around there…if you dare to go. Submitted photo. 

BONUS: We also understand that the little rivalry is   growing. There should be other houses on Oliver to visit. So it’s a good place to start.

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Head to the center of town, where we KNOW there are other places that are spooky. It’s a veritable Little Salem out there on Halloween night, with all kinds of ghouls and goblins running around. Be sure to go by on the Big Night to see special things that are only put out on that one night. Many are decorated already, but be sure to go at night because the lights are spine tingling. 

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3: 6 William Street This ominous looking house is lit up with a different color depending on the night, starting at 6 p.m. from now until Halloween. And you’ll have to gather up your courage to walk through this yard for sure. When you get to the porch, you’ll be diabolically surprised. What’s that in the window you ask? Go see for yourself if you dare! House is lit up nightly and is deco­rated. Candy on Halloween only. Submitted photo.

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4: 127 Laurel Street. You’re now getting to the heart of the center and the heart of the real Halloween­town, where you might encounter these fine spooks. Will you dare walk by them to get your treats? 

Lights are on from dusk to around 9 p.m. Sub­mitted photo.

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5: ALL of Green Street. Oh, and don’t forget Green Street, too. That corner by the UU church is bound to be populated by creatures you’ve never encountered before. Many are decorated now and especially this weekend.

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Unitarian Universalist Church welcomes trick-or-treaters!

Members and friends of the Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven invite costumed kids to come by for treats and spooky fun Halloween evening on 10/31 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., or until the candy runs out.

Visit our (not too scary!) Haunted Castle and collect some goodies at the corner of Green and Center streets, a traditional hot spot for trick-or-treating. There may be some Instagrammable photo ops!

The event will be canceled in case of rain.

Worship service is at 10 a.m. Sundays at the 102 Green St. church. All are welcome. For more information, call (508) 992-7081 or visit uufairhaven.org  

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6: 28 Green Street/ The Witches’ House Welcome to the Witches’ House! Expect eerie music, fog and witches galore (and cats and bats, of course)! Lit up nightly. Candy on Halloween night. 

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7: 86 Church Street/ Bellamy’s Pirate Cove The witches are gathering at 86 Church Street, teaming up with the ghosts of Bellamy’s Pirate Cove to give you a spine tingling experience this spooky season. Open nightly, and Halloween night from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Be prepared for anything! Submitted photo

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Now head back north on one of the main drags (Green, Pleasant, Adams) and pop up Washington Street to Sconticut Neck Road. I didn’t hear from John and Timothy Streets, but I’m guessing they are worth the ride, if past years are any indication. Then back up to Sconticut Neck Road to…

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8: 62 Hacker Street. Where a saxophonist has joined the band this year. We’ve got some creatively creepy minds, or, maybe creepily creative minds. Either way…swing by any night from now until Halloween after 6:30 p.m. when the lights are on. Submitted photo.

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8: West Island Now, head to West Island, south along Sconticut Neck road. We have it on great authority that there are more than a few yards on the way that will also welcome you, so pay attention.

When you get to the island, just cruise around. You’ll find lots of fun and scary places to visit, including…

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9: 164 Dogwood St. They’re hanging on the beach this year at 164 Dogwood. Want to try some tasty beach treats?  Photo by Beth David. 

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Acushnet

Now we’re heading north to Acushnet for two stops officially on the trail, but we KNOW there are more. Keep your eyes open.

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10: 11 Mon­mouth Avenue/ Amygdala (Feel he Fear) Haunt. Head to Middle Road and then to Mon­mouth, just a few blocks after the police station, so you can be greeted by these lovely ladies who will show you how to have fun! Well….I guess it depends on how you define fun. Submitted photo.

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11: 18 Village Ave. Now you turn around and head back to Main Street to 18 Village Ave. This drive-by is lit up at dusk until midnight. On Halloween, walk up for a treat handed out by the guardians of the graveyard, if you dare to approach them! Submitted photo. 

Mattapoisett

Now we’re heading deep into the dark with a new one this year.

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 12: 77 Wolf Island Road NEW!. Oh, just the name of the road is scary, right? Lit up every night, but little ones can go during the day time. Treats are on the porch. On Halloween, they are set up by 3:30. Submitted photo. 

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 Dartmouth

 

13: Stonewall Manor at 10 Stonewall Drive Oh…the name alone “Stonewall Manor” makes me shiver! Fully opera­tional now and lit up every night (weather permitting) usually from 6:30–10 p.m, through Halloween. Submitted photo.

New Bedford

And last, but definitely not least, our NEW New Bedford stop. In the Sassaquin area of the city, so you KNOW there are more spooks out there. 

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14: 991 Crescent St. NEW! Ooo…it looks like the whole street is being terrorized here. Real monsters on 10/25, 10/31. Come by any night to check out the yard but join us on a live monster nights for an extra spooky experience!!! We are also collecting warm clothing for children. Handle with G love will have a donation box at our live monsters nights. Submitted photo. 

Off the Trail But Worth the Trip

There are plenty of other haunted happenings besides the Halloween Trail (see page 12). Here’s a list of the ones we know about. I’m betting there are more. So…have fun…be scared!

Halloween Horribles Parade

Join the North Fairhaven Improvement Association for our annual Halloween Horribles Parade and costume contest, Sat., 10/25, 5 p.m. at Livesey Park (rain date, 10/26), Glenhaven Ave., Fairhaven. 

First, second, third prizes for Most Horrible, Most Original, Most Beautiful in age groups: toddler to 4, 5–8, 9–12, 13–16, adults. 

Treat bags will be handed out and free hot chocolate. 

Frights & Flics/FHS

The Fairhaven High School Class of 2028 is holding a “Frights and Flics” fundraiser on October 29th from 5–7:30 pm at Fairhaven High School. There will be a Haunted Hallway throughout the school, following a showing of the movie Hocus Pocus in the auditorium. During the movie, there will be concessions open with delicious treats like popcorn, candy, and drinks. Tickets will be sold at the door: $10 for adults and $5 for students and staff. This fundraiser is the perfect way to spend a great night with family and friends of all ages and get in the mood for a spooky Halloween. We hope to see you there in support of the FHS Class of 2028!

Haunted Halloween Party at Town Hall 

Fairhaven TV presents the 8th annual Haunted Halloween Party. Join us for our FREE event on Thurs., 10/30, at Fairhaven Town Hall, 40 Center St., from 5–8 p.m. See ad on page 19 for details.

Acushnet Halloween Parade

Join us on Fri., 10/31, beginning at 6 p.m. for the annual Halloween Parade. Please meet in front of the Acushnet Town Hall, 122 Main Street for the parade ending a the Fire Station where the Fire Department will be distributing all kinds of fun treats.  

MAC Halloween Parade

The volunteer witches of the Marion Art Center have been brewing up plans for their annual Halloween Parade around the town on Friday, October 31. Costumed characters of all ages are invited to join in for this fun family event! 

Participants should meet in front of the Marion Music Hall (we’ll line up on Cottage Street) at 4:00pm. Under the direction of Hannah Moore, the Sippican Elementary School drum­mers will lead the parade of witches and princesses, goblins and ghouls, wild animals, and spooky spirits. 

The parade route will head south on Front Street, up Main Street, north onto Spring Street and back down Cottage to the Music Hall. Don’t forget to pop by the Music Hall at the end of the parade route for your treat bags, made with love by the good witches of the MAC! “Teal Pumpkin” goodie bags are available for those with allergies or food sensitivity. All are welcome – Don’t miss the fun! 

Salem, Mass.

Salem Mass. is home to the largest celebration of Halloween in the world! Salem is excited to welcome more than a million visitors to the parties, parades, vendor fairs, walking tours, museums, attractions, and special events. Plan ahead, put on your costume, and join us for a month that is steeped in history, haunts, and a bit of magic.

Visit https://www.hauntedhappenings.org.

The MBTA will run extra trains, visit mbta.com.

And the City offers free shuttles from parking.  Visit https://www. haunted happenings.org/maps-info/parking-shuttle-information/

Boo at the Zoo

Now in its 24th year, “Boo at the Zoo” is here to fulfill all your autumnal and mildly eerie Halloween desires. With campus-wide daylight trick-or-treating, you have a total of six delightful days to relish in the Boo at the Zoo experience this season. At the Buttonwood Park Zoo, New Bedford.

Third Weekend: October 25 and 26, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Member Pricing: Adults (18+), $15; Child (2-17), $10; Under 2, Free. Non-Member Pricing: Adults (18+), $20; Child (2-17), $15; Under 2: Free

Entertainment Schedule

All Day: Face Painting, Crafts

All Day: Roaming Fairies

All Day: Glitter Witches (Glitter Tattoos)

10am – 12pm: Roaming Pirates

12pm – 2pm: Roaming Princesses

1pm – 3pm: Roaming Dinosaur

Friday, October 31st: This event is geared towards ages 5 and younger. Special performance by Toe Jam Puppet Band.

Visit https://www.bpzoo.org/whats-new/boo-at-the-zoo/

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