Happy Halloween Manchester-by-the-Sea!
Trick-or-treating is tonight from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM town-wide. Select streets in the Village will be temporarily blocked off to vehicle traffic during this time to ensure pedestrian safety.
Pedestrian Safety
- Stay on sidewalks when possible.
- Always use crosswalk to cross the street.
- Stay visible with reflective tape, flashlight, glow necklaces etc.
- Walk in groups in well lit areas.
- If you are driving around Town tonight, please use extra caution and SLOW down.
Candy Safety
To make sure treats are safe for children, follow these simple steps recommended by the FDA:
- Snacking: Children shouldn’t snack on treats from their goody bags while they’re out trick-or-treating. Give them a light meal or snack before they head out – don’t send them out on an empty stomach. Urge them to wait until they get home and let you inspect their loot before they eat any of it.
- Safe treats: Tell children not to accept – and especially not to eat – anything that isn’t commercially wrapped. Inspect commercially wrapped treats for signs of tampering, such as an unusual appearance or discoloration, tiny pinholes, or tears in wrappers. Throw away anything that looks suspicious.
- Food Allergies: If your child has a food allergy, check the label to ensure the allergen isn’t present. Do not allow the child to eat any home-baked goods he or she may have received.
- Choking hazards: If you have very young children, be sure to remove any choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, hard candies, or small toys.
Have a safe and fun night!