halloween: 5 Last-minute Halloween costumes
- 10/05/17 05:58 AM
You've just been invited to a Halloween party. The problem is, it's tonight. What are you going to wear? Here are five costumes anyone can throw together just in time for the party: Pop culture reference Sport your best black suit and skinny black tie and voila! You are Don Draper from Mad Men. Black glasses, a yellow hair clip, a light-blue t-shirt and blue skirt make you Tina Belcher from Bob's Burgers. Any good sitcom reference is sure to make party-goers giggle. Tried and true classic Glasses, suspenders, a few pens in your pocket, and a dorky attitude make you the classic nerd. A red bandana, … (2 comments)
halloween: Happy Halloween!
- 10/02/14 10:39 PM
Halloween came to the United States in the 1840s via Irish immigrants, who celebrated the end of summer with the holiday "Samhain" (SAH-win) meaning "end of summer." The origin of trick-or-treating is much less clear. While it resembles old European customs of ritual begging around Halloween, its inception within English speaking North America was not until the early 20th century. This leads many historians to believe that American trick-or-treating developed independently. Halloween falls on Friday this year, and Americans will celebrate in full force—over 41 million children ages 5 to 12 will trick-or-treat, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. If you'll be … (0 comments)
halloween: Happy Halloween
- 10/31/10 02:04 AM
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halloween: Some Parents Must Comb through Halloween Treats to Keep Allergic Kids Safe
- 10/30/10 01:09 AM
For some parents, the scares on Halloween have little to do with the tricks and everything to do with the treats.Take Christine Mobley, 34, of Warren, Mich. If her 6-year-old daughter, Abigail, tears into a piece of candy containing wheat, eggs or peanuts, it could mean a trip to the emergency room.A growing number of kids — around 3 million nationwide according to the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network — suffer from severe food allergies. That can make a holiday centered on candy an exercise in parenting agility."I do what I can for my daughter, to not make her feel left … (0 comments)
halloween: Top 10 Haunted Homes in the U.S.
- 10/27/10 12:20 AM
We like to be creeped out, don’t we? To kick off this Halloween season, we have chosen 10 homes in the U.S. notorious for their haunted history and spirits who like to visit. Some are privately owned homes, some are now bed-and-breakfasts, some have historic designations, and one is even the seat of our government. Take a deep breath and let’s visit some of the most notable haunted homes in the U.S.: Top 10 Haunted Homes in the U.S.:
(Flickr photo: harshlight) 1. Winchester House (above)Location: San Jose, CANotable ghost: Sarah Winchester As one of two homes in California … (3 comments)
halloween: 13 Tips for a Safe Halloween
- 10/24/10 11:28 PM
Halloween is a wonderful time to dress up, let loose and, of course, eat lots of candy. However, there are a number of things to be cautious about when it comes to costumes, candy and parties. Here are the “lucky 13” guidelines from FDA, Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:1. Wear costumes made of fire-retardant materials; look for “flame resistant” on the label. If you make your costume, use flame-resistant fabrics such as polyester or nylon.2. Wear bright, reflective costumes or add strips of reflective tape so you’ll be more visible; make sure the costumes … (3 comments)
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