HALLOWEEN EVENTS:
Saturday, October 11
HALLOWEEN EXPRESS. Offering all-ages rail excursions from May through Dec., Finger Lakes Railway is boarding passengers at two different times for this special, Halloween themed event. RSVP required. 12pm & 3pm. $17. Finger Lakes Railway in Geneva. (315) 374-4994; www.fingerlakesscenicrailway.com
VAN PUTTE GARDENS FALL FESTIVAL. Two days of family-oriented activities incl. pumpkin painting, farm animals, teepee story time, Spooky the Clown, Curious George, Wild Thing & more (duck pond, bat toss, pumpkin golf, etc.); available rain or shine. 11am-4pm. Van Putte Gardens, 136 North Ave. 225-7770; www.vanputte.com
Sunday, October 12
VAN PUTTE GARDENS FALL FESTIVAL. See Oct 11.
Monday, October 13
COLUMBUS DAY SCARE. Wear a costume & get a pass to Trick-or-Treat for FREE on the premises; enjoy a costume contest, Haunted laser tag & more. 11am-5pm. $5.75. Horizon Fun FX, 675 Ling Rd. 865-0493; www.horizonfunfx.com
Friday, October 17
BALLOON MANOR 2008 (PROCEEDS BENEFIT TLC). A 10-room house made of balloons, Balloon Manor's 2008 theme is "Scare U: Ghoul School" (w/classes in Anti-Social Studies, Inhumanities & more). Buy tickets at the door or at the website. All proceeds benefit Teens Living with Cancer (TLC). Through 10/26. 3-9:30pm. $5-10. The Mall at Greece Ridge, 271 Greece Ridge Ctr. Dr. 465-5667; www.balloonmanor.com
LANDMARK SOCIETY: 15TH ANNUAL GHOST WALK. Lantern-bearing, costumed actors entertain audiences w/tales of the gorier side of Rochester’s history. This event is not recommended for children younger than 8 yrs. Tours begin every 10 minutes. Between 6:30 & 9pm. Ages: 8+ yrs. Tours depart from Third Presbyterian Church, 4 Meigs St. 546-7029; www.landmarksociety.org
SPIRITS OF THE PAST TOURS. Scare up Halloween fun by participating in this evening walking tour. Witness frightening scenes of 19th-century terror & superstition. Tours run approx. one hour long & begin every 15 min. Reservations are required. 6-9pm. Ages: Adults & children 12+ Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd. in Mumford 14511. 538-6822; www.gcv.org
Saturday, October 18
LANDMARK SOCIETY: 15TH ANNUAL GHOST WALK. See Oct 17.
ROCHESTER CHILDREN'S THEATRE: "THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW". Held under the heated campus "Big Top", RCT & the Nazareth College Arts Center bring Washington Irving's tale of Ichabod Crane & the Headless Horseman to life in a spooky, outdoor setting. 2pm. $15. Nazareth College, 4245 East Ave. 389-2170; www.rochesterchildrenstheatre.org
ZOOBOO. Children dressed in costume can enjoy a non-scary Halloween atmosphere as they trick-or-treat in safety during
"ZooBoo", which is scheduled during daylight hours. 10am-5pm. FREE w/regular admission. Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 Saint Paul
St. 336-7123; www.senecaparkzoo.org
Sunday, October 19
ROCHESTER CHILDREN'S THEATRE: "THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW". See Oct 18.
ZOOBOO. See Oct 18.
Friday, October 24
LANDMARK SOCIETY: 15TH ANNUAL GHOST WALK. See Oct 17.
Saturday, October 25
FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY. Come in costume & trick-or-treat w/storybook characters incl. Dorothy from "The Wizard of Oz", Amelia Bodelia & Robin Hood. Enjoy music, games & crafts. FREE w/regular admission. Strong National Museum of Play, One Manhattan Sq. 263-2700, TDD 423-0746; www.strongmuseum.org
LANDMARK SOCIETY: 15TH ANNUAL GHOST WALK. See Oct 17.
ROCHESTER CHILDREN'S THEATRE: "THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW". See Oct 18.
ZOOBOO. See Oct 18.
Sunday, October 26
GEORGE EASTMAN HOUSE: HAUNTED HOUSE FOR KIDS. Little ghosts & goblins get an opportunity to trick-or-treat on the elaborate, seldom-seen 3rd floor of the George Eastman House mansion. On-site face painting, spooky organ music & crafts. Up to two children <12 FREE per adult. 1-4pm. Ages: Children to be accompanied by an adult. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 271-3361; www.eastmanhouse.org
HALLOWEEN CRAFT. Decorate a pumpkin with paint & turn it into a jack-o-lantern. Use your imagination to create a one of a kind Halloween decoration. Registration is required (limit 15 participants). 2-3pm. Ages: 8+ yrs. FREE. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092 or TDD 321-1499; www.hpl.org
ROCHESTER CHILDREN'S THEATRE: "THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW". See Oct 18.
ZOOBOO. See Oct 18.
Wednesday, October 29
BOO! SCARY STORIES FOR HALLOWEEN. A friendly storyteller will scare up some shivers, giggles, creepy feelings (for older attendees) & lots of participation; costumes welcome. Facility is handicapped accessible & registration is required. 7pm. FREE. Irondequoit Public Library Evans Branch, 45 Cooper Rd. 336-6062.
TEEN HALLOWEEN PARTY. Celebrate Halloween w/your friends. Anyone arriving in costume will receive a prize & there will be activities & snacks on-site. Registration is required (call or stop by). 7-8pm. Ages: 12+ yrs. FREE. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092 or TDD 321-1499; www.hpl.org
Thursday, October 30
THE SANDBOX PLAYGROUND: HALLOWEEN TREATS Halloween treats will be available on both Oct. 30 & 31 at The Sandbox Playground which will be offering kids' karoake, donuts, cider & FREE safety glowsticks to participants. 10am-4pm. The Sandbox Playground, 1350 Fairport Rd. in Fairport 14450. 388-SAND; www.thesandboxplayground.com
Friday, October 31
PWP: SINGLES HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY. Parents Without Partners hosts this Halloween fundraiser social at Charades Lounge. DJ Jimmy C just may get you moovin' & ghoulin'. Prizes will be awarded for Best Guy & Gal costumes. 8pm-midnight. $5. RIT Inn & Conference Ctr, 5257 W Henrietta Rd. 251-3647 (PWP); http://groups.msn.com/pwp0683
THE SANDBOX PLAYGROUND: HALLOWEEN TREATS See Oct 30.
TOTS HALLOWEEN PARTY. Indoor trick-or-treating for preschoolers throughout the Museum galleries. Arrive in costume & trick-or-treat w/Cinderella, Little Bo Peep & other storybook characters. On-site music, crafts & games. 10am-2pm. Ages: Preschoolers. FREE w/regular admission. Strong National Museum of Play, One Manhattan Sq. 263-2700, TDD 423-0746; www.strongmuseum.org
