Pumpkin Carving Made Easy

Fall is here and that means pumpkins. As far as the eye can see, fields will be filled with the orange colored delights. Thousands of pumpkins will be carved this year for contests and the front porch. Here are some ideas to make pumpkin carving less of a mess and more fun.
For the novice, it [...]

History of the Jack o’ Lantern

One of the biggest destinations for pumpkins is Halloween venues. They appear on doorsteps especially for October 31st celebrations. They also find their way on haunted hayrides and haunted houses. But, pumpkins weren’t always carved.
The carved pumpkin is often called a Jack o’ Lantern. It seems like a strange name for a pumpkin especially [...]

Hosting a Haunted Halloween Party

No one says that you have to go out to have a good time on Halloween. Parties are one way to spend the evening at home and still have fun. Guests have fun and also find safety. Maybe this year you will host a Halloween party of your very own.
Send out invitations well in advance [...]

Spooky Storytelling: Pass It On

Campers seem to love it. Passing on stories while the embers burn bright on a cool fall night is something we look forward to with trembling. Storytelling has been the most popular way to pass on folklore down through the ages. Here are some storytelling techniques to straighten their hair.
Storytelling on Halloween is expected. At [...]

Trick or Treat Safety Tips

Going out into the ghoulish night to troll for candy is not as innocent as it seems. It should be but it is not. Parents and children alike want to enjoy their bit of frightful fun without real dangers lurking around every corner. Here are some safety tips to accomplish that task.
1.     Begin trick or [...]

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