Independence, Missouri Celebrates a Not-so-Scary Halloween
Some Enchanted Evening
For those who want a more friendly way to celebrate Halloween with their family, here is an interesting alternative that children will especially love.
WHAT: The 20th Annual Enchanted Forest
WHEN: October 21/22 and October 28/29 (Friday and Saturday)
TIME: 7-9 p.m.
WHERE: George Owens Nature Park
LOCATION: 1601 S. Speck Rd, Independence, MO
ADMISSION: $3.00 per person
PHONE: 816-325-7115 or 816-325-7370
HIGHLIGHTS:
Children will be greeted by Effie, the Forest Fairy. While walking through the well-lit forest, visitors will see familiar characters from nursery rhymes, fairy tales and story books come alive.
The evening will conclude with a hay ride that will take them to a surprise location that marks the 20th anniversary of this unique and much-loved celebration.
So if scary is not your thing, enjoy an enchanted evening instead. It promises to be a lot of fun.
SOURCE:
CityScene Newsletter, September 2011, Page 3
Published by Lee Hansen
I am a woman who enjoys the simple things in life. My parents raised 10 children. I have an Associate Degree in Medical Office Assisting as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Education. View profile
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16 Comments
Post a CommentHalloween should be fun - good on the celebrations:)
What a delightful Halloween list for Independence! Thanks:)
Well done!
I would go to this!
This is always a fun time!!
I really like their idea. I don't celebrate Halloween.
Great, thanks.
This sounds amazing. Wish we lived closer.
What fun!!!!!
Excellent! Thanks!