Halloween Archives - Page 2 of 5

— October 22, 2021

DuPage forest preserves hosting Halloween programs
— October 20, 2021

From haunted hikes and wagon rides to pumpkin stories and rhymes for little ones, we’ve got a thrilling lineup of Halloween happenings this year, so register soon. Haunted Tractor-Drawn…
Growing giants in the land of pumpkins
— October 17, 2021

Illinois grows lots of pumpkins. Some nurture giant ones. Heap’s Giant Pumpkin Farm in Minooka hosted a statewide contest to honor the largest giant Sept. 25. The event was sponsored…
Ways to celebrate Halloween under a pandemic
— October 30, 2020

SPRINGFIELD – The state announced Halloween COVID-19 guidance encouraging social distancing while trick-or-treating. Those passing out candy should maintain six feet from trick-or-treaters…
How to pick a pumpkin for cooking or carving
— October 22, 2020

A large pile of bright orange pumpkins is my visual celebration of the beginning of fall. References to pumpkins date back many centuries. The name pumpkin originated from the Greek…

Cook County forest preserves programs celebrate fall
— October 18, 2021

All visitors over 2 years of age must wear a mask indoors at all times. Unvaccinated visitors should also wear a mask outdoors when physical distancing (six feet from other people)…
Toast pumpkin seeds for nutritious treat
— October 31, 2020

Pumpkins are one of the highpoints of the fall harvest. The fruit originated in Central America. Pumpkins — like cantaloupes, cucumbers and squash — belong to the Cucurbitaceae,…
Police step up patrols for Halloween weekend
— October 30, 2020

The Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies are reminding people that driving impaired is a scary decision that causes needless…