BATAVIA — Trick-or-treaters will hit the streets from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday in the city of Batavia.
The city Police and Fire departments once again reminding the community to adhere to various safety tips. Trick-or-treaters should be off the streets by 9 p.m. on Halloween. Walk safely, cross the street at corners, using traffic signals, sidewalks and crosswalks. Look left, right and left again when crossing, and keep looking as you cross. Put electronic devices down and keep heads up crossing the street. Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them. Always walk on sidewalks or paths.
Watch for cars that are turning or backing up.
“We cannot stress enough that people should not be using their electronic devices while walking especially when crossing the street,” said Police Chief Shawn Heubusch. “It’s also important that drivers pay extra attention as there are more pedestrians on the street.”
Police and firefighters had additional advice.
n Trick-or-treat with an adult. Children under the age of 12 should not be alone at night without adult supervision.
n If kids are mature enough to be out without supervision, remind them to stick to familiar areas that are well-lit and trick-or-treat in groups. Keep costumes creative and safe. Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colors.
n Choose face paint and makeup whenever possible instead of masks. Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights to help them see and be seen. When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips and falls.
n Drive extra safely on Halloween. Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods. Children are excited about Halloween and move in unpredictable ways.
n Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, medians and curbs.
n Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully.
n Eliminate any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road.
n Drive slowly, anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on earlier in the day to spot children from greater distances. As always, consuming alcohol and driving do not mix.
n If you are attending any Halloween parties celebrate safely and do not drink and drive.
A selection of planned Halloween activities includes:
n CORFU —The Corfu Fire Department, 116 E. Main St., Corfu, will have its Halloween Open House will be from 6-8 p.m. Hot cocoa, cider, coffee and doughnuts will be served. Candy will be available and there will be games and prizes. The North Darien Bible Church, 9762 Simonds Rd., will host Trunks with Treats from 1-3 p.m. Saturday.
n ELBA — In Elba, the Elba Betterment Committee will present Halloween in the Park from 5-8 p.m. Monday. There will be games and treats, and kids can have their photos taken.
n DARIEN — In Darien, trick-or-treating will be from 5-8 p.m. Monday. In Darien Center, the Darien EMS/Darien Center Chemical Fire Company will host Trunk or Treat at the Darien Fire Hall. There will be refreshments, raffles, games, a sensory table and a costume contest.
n ALBION — The village will celebrate Halloween 5:30 to 8 p.m. Monday.
Spooky Night will take place 6 to 10 p.m. downtown Saturday.
n HOLLEY — There are no set hours but there is a Fall Festival 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Public Square.
n MEDINA — Halloween will be observed 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
n ATTICA — The village will celebrate Halloween 6 to 8 p.m. Monday.
n CASTILE — The village will celebrate Halloween on Monday. A curfew will take effect at 8:30 p.m.
n PERRY — The village will observe Halloween 5 to 9 p.m. Monday.
A costume parade will start 6 p.m. at the M&T Bank drive thru and proceed to the Village Hall with prizes for best costume.
Perry police will provide continuous patrols during the Halloween period.
n SILVER SPRINGS — The Silver Springs Fire Department Halloween Celebration will take place 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Fire Hall on Main Street.
It will include a “trunk or treat” event. Volunteers will be on-hand to disburse treats.
n WARSAW — The village of Warsaw will observe Halloween on Monday.
Halloween photos by Carlson’s Studio will be available 3 to 6 p.m. at the Warsaw Fire Hall on East Buffalo Street. A trunk or treat will be conducted 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Artisan Villa near the Main Street monument.
The Kiwanis Parade will start 6 p.m. moving from the monument to the Fire Hall on East Buffalo Street. Costume judging will be conducted at the Fire Hall.
A curfew will take effect 9 p.m.
The Warsaw Fire Department will also host its own trick or treat event 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday in the Village Park on Liberty Street. It will include decorated fire trucks, ambulances and police vehicles.
n WYOMING — Halloween will be celebrated Monday in the village. A 10 p.m. curfew will be enforced.
Includes reporting by Mallory Diefenbach and Matt Surtel.
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