Children and adults of all ages love to participate in activities for Halloween! However, we must remember the importance of staying safe while we are having fun.

• Dress for the weather - if it's chilly outdoors, make sure that your child's costume is loose enough for warm

• A parent or adult should accompany trick-or-treaters that are younger than the age of 12. Parents can pin a piece of paper with your child's name, address, and phone number on the inside of your child's costume in case you get separate.

• If your child is trick-or-treating without you, make sure to set expectations - discuss a familiar route and set a curfew for your child. If they have a cell phone, make sure they carry it with them at all times.

• Practice hand hygiene - carry hand sanitizer with you to keep you and your children's hands clean while you are trick-or-treating.

• Discard any items that are not sealed properly or look questionable.

• If your child has any food allergies, please look at each item's food label carefully first.

• Most importantly, HAVE FUN!

Check out our additional Halloween tips to keep you and others safe.