Historical October 1988 report or notice. Original dates, prices and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
Rosedale’s annual Halloween party will be held from 5-6 p.m. in the St. Roch School gym, 6040 Waterman, on Halloween night. Prizes will be awarded for the 10 best costumes and St. Louis’ premier juggler, Thomas Thale, will entertain from 5:15 to 5:45.
At 6 p.m. the party ends and “trick-ortreating” begins.
To insure the safety of children: check costumes for fire-proofing. masks for visibility and costume hem-lines for curb clearance. Dark costumes should be highlighted with reflective tape. Children under ten should be accompanied by an adult and all children should carry a flashlight.
It is helpful to have as many adults on the street this evening as possible; the cul-de-sacs are popular gathering spots for adults while children are trick-or-treating.
Finally, children should be encouraged to introduce themselves, to say “thank you” and to keep candy wrappers and litter in their pockets or in their bags.
The Halloween party is organized each year by Art Santen.
It is free and open to all children in the neighborhood.
The cost of prizes and entertainment is underwritten by the Rosedale Neighborhood Association.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, October 1988.
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