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Calendar of events for Halloween – MK V Novyi Svet

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Halloween is one of the most noisy and fun holidays in America, a carnival in which people of different ages and different religions take part with pleasure. It doesn’t matter how you celebrate it: at a costume party with friends or collecting candy with children along the streets decorated for the holiday, saying the magical “Trick-o-treat” (“treat or punishment”).

And despite the fact that Halloween is generally a terrible holiday, no one has long adhered to this tradition. On the contrary, October 31 is a cheerful evening when all the residents of the districts leave their homes, and the neighbors communicate with each other and rejoice at meetings.

You can also go with the whole family to various festive events and parades. Especially for you, we have compiled a poster of the most large-scale and popular celebrations. Hurry up to catch everywhere, because some of them have already begun!

Where to go in New York

Until October 31, the traditional Pumpkin Garden is open at New York Botanical Gardens in the Bronx (2900 Southern Blvd, The Bronx, NY 10458). The most unprecedented, outlandish pumpkins grown by craftsmen from the northeastern states are brought here. Believe it or not, some pumpkins are taller than a five year old! And some are so wide that the whole family can comfortably sit on them, like on a sofa. The pumpkin garden is very popular not only on weekends, but also on weekdays (school trips are brought here), so be patient if you want to take original photos.

The nearby Zoo (2300 Southern Blvd, The Bronx, NY 10460) hosts the annual Halloween Carnival on weekends from September 28 to November 3, featuring a parade, fun activities and quests, face painting, figures from balloons and so on. The same celebration takes place at the zoo at Prospect Park in Brooklyn (450 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225) on the weekends of October 4-27.

October 4th to 28th Old Westbury Gardens Estate (71 Old Westbury Rd, Old Westbury, NY 11568) will feature 5,000 hand-carved and illuminated pumpkins. It’s incredibly beautiful: lots of orange lights in the dark. But keep in mind that the first visitors who want to admire the illuminations start at 6 pm, and the last show is at 10:30 pm, so if you are traveling with very young children, it is better to adjust the time to their sleep schedule. Tickets cost $26 for adults, $22 for children ages 3 to 17. On Groupon you can buy tickets for as little as $19dollars. Type the name of the event Rise of the Jack o’Lanterns in the app or on the Groupon.com website.

From the end of September to the end of November at Van Cortland Estate in the Hudson River Valley (525 S Riverside Ave, Croton-On-Hudson, NY 10520) there is a big festival of illuminations The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze. There are over seven thousand hand-carved pumpkins on display, and each display or sculpture is carefully designed specifically for the event, and the design changes every year. The holiday is so popular that tickets must be bought in advance, preferably two months in advance. The entrance to the estate also opens late in the evening when it is already dark and you can fully enjoy the illuminated gourds. Tickets cost $26 for adults, $22 for children ages 3 to 17.

The Harvest Festival will take place on October 13 at Queens Botanical Garden (43-50 Main St, Flushing, NY 11355). The program includes live music, games and entertainment for the whole family, a petting zoo, a fair with the participation of local farmers. Entrance $15 for adults, $13 for children aged 4 and over. Parking costs $15. For an additional $6, you can walk around the local garden and choose your own pumpkin.

All pet lovers are invited to costumed dog parades. 29The 1st Annual Parade will take place at Tompkins Square in East River Park, Manhattan (FDR Dr, New York, NY 10009) on October 20 from 12 noon to 3 pm. On October 26, the dog carnival will take place in Brooklyn at Fort Greene Park (Fort Greene Park, Brooklyn, NY 11205). It’s free to walk your dog in a costume both there and there, but if you want your pet to take part in the competition for the best costume in Brooklyn, then you need to register it by clicking on the link www.eventbrite.com/e/21st-annual -great-pupkin-dog-costume-contest-tickets-72853146723?aff=ebdssbdestsearch (registration price $12).

October 20 at Brooklyn Botanic Garden (990 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225) will have its Harvest Festival. The program includes attractions, a hay maze, a parade (all children are invited to come in costume), a farmers’ market and treats from local cider producers. $30 for adults, $25 for children 12 and older, children under 12 free.

On October 25 from 4 to 6 pm there will be a costume party at Asphalt Green Park at Manhattan (1750 York Ave, New York, NY 10128). Prepare costumes that you can move freely in, because here you will be invited to take part in the football game Spooktacular Soccer Shootout. Admission is free, donations are welcome. All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting affordable community sports programs.

On October 26th, the Museum of Natural History at Manhattan (Central Park West & 79 St, New York, NY 10024) will host a Halloween celebration. All children are invited to come in costume and take part in festive museum quests and making crafts. Museum staff will read interesting fairy tales; characters of favorite cartoons and actors of the city circus will entertain visitors. Entry fee is $16 ($13 if you have a museum membership).

On the same day, October 26, at Socrates Sculpture Park (32-01 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11106) will host a Halloween Harvest Festival from 12 noon to 4 pm. The organizers decided to diversify the traditional costumed parades and competitions and invited musicians and dancers from Haiti. The Haitian shaman will also bless your pets at a specially installed animal altar. You can bring a dog in a costume and try to win the main prize of the carnival. The holiday is free.

Historic Richmond Estate (441 Clarke Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306) is waiting for you on October 26th for a traditional candy giveaway, treasure hunt and familiarity with friendly ghosts. On the same day at Prospect Park in Brooklyn (95 Prospect Park West, Brooklyn, NY 11215), the annual traditional children’s costume parade will be held from 12 to 3 pm. Children from 7 to 12 years old are invited to participate. The holiday is free, but the organizers ask participants to register in advance at www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-haunted-walk-fair-tickets-68632089427.

From 12 noon to 5 pm on October 27, the traditional costume parade will take place in the Bronx (Simpson St, between E. 163 St. and Westchester Ave., Bronx, NY 10459). Parade theme: Tim Burton. Participation in the parade is free, but prizes are promised in cash, and in various categories: up to 4 years old, from 5 to 17 years old, from 18 and older, from 55 and older. So bring the whole family to increase your chances of winning.

Weekends until October 27 at White Post Farm (250 Old Country Rd, Melville, NY 11747) Fall Festival: Tractor rides, corn maze, pick and paint your own pumpkin, play games, touch petting zoo animals, jump on trampolines and attend a circus show , ride a pony and even look at giraffes. Ticket prices range from $16.95 to $23.95 depending on which shows you want to attend. Please note that the farm does not accept credit cards, all payments are in cash only.

October 27 from 1pm to 7pm at Queens Farm Museum (73-50 Little Neck Pkwy, Queens, NY 11004) there will be a children’s party. The program includes live music, a petting zoo, a corn maze, pony rides and even pig races. Tickets cost $20, buy in advance at www.eventbrite.com/e/childrens-halloween-festival-tickets-63155022372.

At Grand Central Station (89 E 42 St Vanderbilt Hall, New York, NY 10017) in Manhattan on October 27, from 11 am to 2 pm, a traditional candy distribution is held. This year, the station’s participating shops and restaurants are handing out sweets and other interesting surprises to children in costume during the event. All the children who come will be handed out handbags for sweets for free and paint their faces. A list of stores participating in the event can be found here www.grandcentralterminal.com/event/trick-treat-terminal/.

On October 30 at Central Park (Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, inside the park on 110 Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues), the Pumpkin Fleet will traditionally take place with hundreds of pumpkins floated on the water. You need to bring your own pumpkin (a prerequisite is strictly the size of a soccer ball, already peeled and carved), decorate it here and then send it to swim. Beginning at 4 pm.

Traditionally the main Halloween Parade will take place October 31st at Sixth Avenue at Manhattan (Spring Street to 16th Street) at 7 pm. This year, 35 musical groups, dancers, and a puppet theater will take part in the parade. Everyone is welcome to take part in the parade. Keep in mind that usually adults in rather scary costumes take part in it, so you should not come here with small children, but teenagers will definitely like it! If you want to celebrate Halloween with the kids, visit the Children’s Parade in Manhattan on the same day ( Washington Square Park, 5 Avenue at the Arch , New York, NY) from 3 to 6 pm. It is just designed for children from 3 to 12 years old. After the parade, free candy bags will be distributed to all participants.

Where to go in Pennsylvania

Halloween celebrations traditionally open with a Wizarding Festival at Chestnut Hill (8514 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118) on October 18th and 19th. The holiday used to be dedicated to the heroes of “Harry Potter” and gathered a lot of fans of this story. This year it turned out that the copyright to the name of the festival was violated, so the organizers invite everyone to the festival without specifying the names of the magicians. At the same time, the festival program itself has not become worse at all, you can get acquainted with it at the link www.chestnuthillpa.com/events/witches-and-wizards-event/. Admission is free, but some games and tournaments will require payment.

From October 18 to November 3 at Hershey Park (Hershey Park, 100 W. Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033) the Hershey Park in the Dark program begins. You can come dressed in costumes, get chocolate treats and ride the illuminated rides, as well as visit the local zoo. Ticket Price: $41.95 ages 9 and up, $31.95 ages 3 to 8, children under 2 free.

Boo at the Zoo is available at City Zoo (3400 W Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104) until October 27th. The organizers decided to combine a terrible holiday and care for nature in a unique way: along the way of the costumed parade, stands with stories about endangered species of animals will be installed. In addition, visitors can walk through the hay maze, take pictures with huge pumpkins, and enjoy apple cider. Tickets are $24 for adults, $19for children from 2 to 11 years old, children under 2 years old free of charge.

Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Morris Arboretum (Morris Arboretum, 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118), where for the eleventh year in a row, the gardens have been decorated for Halloween with the most bizarre, funny, funny and scary scarecrows. You can vote for the best scarecrow until October 31st. The winners – the scarecrow and its creator – will receive cash prizes (first prize – $150). Admission for visitors: $19 for adults, $10 for children from 3 to 17 years old.

On October 26 you can take part in Narberth Witch Hunt (Forrest Ave & Haverford Ave, Narberth, PA 19072). From one to four in the afternoon, you are invited to wander around the historic center of the town in search of thirteen hidden witches. A pleasant moment – you have to go from store to store, collecting sweets along the way. “Hunting” is promised to be fearless, designed for the participation of children from 3 years old.

Until November 3 at Sesame Amusement Park (Sesame Place, 100 Sesame Rd, Langhorne, PA 19047) there is an opportunity to celebrate Halloween in the company of heroes so beloved by kids – Elmo, Abby Caddaby, Oscar and others. On Friday and Saturday evenings, costumed parades will take place through the streets of the park. The entrance ticket to the park costs $49.99 for one day or $69.99 for two days (tickets must be purchased for each visitor 2 years and older). Now there is a special offer on the official website of the park: if you book at least one night in a hotel at the park, you get a two-day free ticket for a child with the purchase of one adult ticket, plus children eat for free in a restaurant in the park.

Where to go in Connecticut

The Pumpkin Festival will take place at Boothe Museum Park (5744 Main Street Putney, Stratford, CT 06614) on October 19 from 1pm to 5pm. The program includes a costumed children’s parade, live music, crafts, face painting, horseback riding and pumpkin decoration. Participation in the festival is free.

October 19 and October 20 at Connecticut Science Center, 250 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, will host the annual Halloween celebration. As the name of the museum suggests, the holiday will not be scary, but scientific and experimental: here you can meet the main characters from the popular Disney show “Descendants”, decorate your own pumpkin, chat with witches from the movie “Hocus Pocus”, attend a dance party with sharks and visit the exhibition “How the Earth Changes”. Participation in the festival is free with the purchase of entrance tickets to the museum ($ 23.95 for an adult, $16.95 for a child aged 3 to 17).

From 24 to 26 October at the House-Museum of the writer Harriet Beecher Stowe , whom all Soviet children knew from her work Uncle Tom’s Cabin, evening talks with spirits and about spirits will be held. Mrs. Stowe was a big fan of séances, and in memory of this, the museum administration organizes such parties every year. All are welcome from 12 years of age and older. Tickets cost $18, it is better to reserve seats in advance at [email protected] or by phone 860-522-9258, ext. 317.

From October 25 to 31, the traditional annual Halloween festival will take place at the popular children’s museum Stepping Stones (303 West Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850).

October 27, Stamford Wildlife Museum and Center (39 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford) hosts a special holiday party at their farm from 1pm to 3pm. A special program was prepared for young visitors – a quiz on the knowledge of domestic and farm animals. A special quest will also be prepared – tents will be set up throughout the museum, in which young visitors can take another clue, as well as receive toys or sweets as a gift. The cost of participation in the holiday is $5.

Where to go in Massachusetts

Until November 3, Connors Farm (30 Valley Road (Rte. 35), Danvers, MA contact zoo. In October, on weekends, you can visit the “enchanted” farmhouse in search of ghosts. Ticket price: for visitors from 3 to 64 years old $14.95 on weekends and $9.99 on weekdays, for pensioners from 65 years old and older $13.95 on weekends and $8.99 on weekdays, children under 2 are free.

October 13 from 1 pm to 11:30 pm all pet owners are invited to a costume party with their pets ( Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co ., 411 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, Massachusetts 02452). Here you will be treated to beer and fresh pastries, and your dogs – special cookies. Ticket price $20. The first twenty people who come to the beginning of the holiday will pay only $18 for admission and receive a plush toy for dogs as a gift. If you and your pet come in costume, you will be given an additional lottery ticket. You can win: a set of dishes, a certificate for a dog hotel (worth $75), a certificate for a $35 discount on veterinary clinic services, and so on. Tickets must be purchased in advance at www. eventbrite.com/e/barkhappy-boston-howl-o-ween-costume-pawty-benefiting-paws-new-england-tickets-70290580017. A portion of proceeds will go to PAWS New England.

The Pumpkin Festival kicks off at Frog Pond at Boston Common Frog Pond on October 18, with a costumed parade, Halloween scary stories and refreshments. You can bring your own decorated pumpkin and float it in the water.

On October 19 and 20 at Zoo you can wander through the “enchanted” maze and take part in the competition for the best costume (1 Franklin Park Rd. Boston, MA 02121).

On October 25, 2019 at 7:30 pm, the Grand Ball will be held in Salem , the most “Halloween” city in America, known for its “witch hunt”. In principle, it is worth coming here on these holidays to look at wizards, magicians, witches and plunge into the atmosphere of early colonial New England, saturated with mysticism. And if you go to the official Salem Witches Ball at the Hawthorne Hotel (18 Washington Square W, Salem, MA 01970), you will also see a laser light show, ceremonial dances and ritual drummers. Costume ball, this year’s theme is “Greek Gods”. You have a chance to win cash prizes up to a thousand dollars. Ticket price $150 plus $9,24 commission. Entrance only for visitors from 21 years old.

On October 26, everyone (ages 10 and over) can take part in the The Boston Costume Dash 5K (Fiedler Field (Charles River Esplanade) Boston, MA 02114). The race will be followed by an awards ceremony and a costume contest.

Safety First

Traditional Halloween-decorated houses look scary, but that’s not really what you should be afraid of. According to the New York City Police Department, Halloween is one of the three most “dangerous” holidays: on the evening of picking up candy, children aged 5 to 14 are four times more likely to die under the wheels of cars. According to statistics from the American Academy of Surgeons, children aged 10-14 are most likely to go to hospital with finger and hand injuries sustained while trying to carve a pumpkin on their own.

Here are some tips from the NYPD:

Always walk with your kids on sidewalks and don’t cross yards or driveways without making sure there are no cars. Strictly follow all traffic lights and cross the street only at pedestrian crossings. Do not let small children go alone, do not let them go into unfamiliar houses “for sweets.” Approach only well-lit houses. Both children and adults should carry flashlights with them if they plan to walk the streets before dark. For teenagers who prefer to collect sweets on their own, without parents, let’s bring reflective bracelets with us or make the same stickers on costumes. Make sure teens have mobile phones with them and that they are charged. Remind the children to call 911 (or local emergency number) if they have an emergency or get lost.

How to choose a safe costume for a party? Firstly, it should be light and bright so that children are clearly visible to motorists and other pedestrians. All wigs, costumes and accessories must be made from flame retardant fabrics and must not drag on the ground to prevent the child from becoming tangled or falling. Since masks can limit or block vision, it is best to opt for non-toxic facial makeup or decorative hats as an alternative (if you can’t do without a mask, hold your child’s hand firmly while walking). If a sword, cane, or stick is part of the costume, make sure that they are not long or sharp so that the child does not injure himself or hurt others. Do not use decorative contact lenses without a vision test and a prescription from an eye care professional. Although decorative lens packaging often says “one size fits all” or “no need to visit an ophthalmologist,” wearing decorative contact lenses without a prescription is dangerous. You do not know what they are made of and what chemical dyes they are painted with: this can lead to inflammation, infection and serious visual impairment, up to its permanent loss. If you use glow-in-the-dark jewelry or sticks, make sure that children do not break or tear them – the liquid they contain is poisonous and can cause severe irritation or even burns if it comes into contact with the skin or mucous membranes.

Do not take homemade treats or unwrapped sweets. Throw away all torn packages and poorly wrapped treats, as well as unknown brands of candies or sweets with inscriptions in a language that you cannot read. You do not know what ingredients it contains and whether they can cause allergies.

More importantly, on the Department of Justice website www.nsopw.gov you can find information on registered offenders who have ever been prosecuted for sex, including minors, to check how safe it is to collect candy in your state and in your area.

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Hudson

Beautiful town with breathtaking views of the Hudson River. It combines history, culture, art and agriculture, forming a unique mix. Buildings from all important American periods from the 18th to the 20th century can be seen on the Hudson. There are practically no national chain stores here – the city is famous for its local producers of cheeses, perfumes, furniture, and textiles. A special place in it is occupied by antique shops, which the New York Times noted as the best in the United States. Hudson is home to dozens of art galleries. And the restaurants serve dishes prepared from local farm products.

Getting there:

Amtrak (Maple Leaf Line) runs from Pennsylvania Station to Hudson.

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Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery

A great place to spend a day in nature tasting locally made drinks. Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery is famous for its cider, wine, liqueurs, bourbon, grappa, gin. Live music is played here every weekend. In a local cafe, everything is prepared from local ingredients. In autumn, you can join the harvest of apples, of which there are more than 65 varieties.

Getting there:

There is no public transport to the winery. You can only get here by car.

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Fire Island

An island favored by celebrities. It is located south of Long Island and has a very elongated shape. Its length is about 50 km, and its width is only 160-400 m. After Hurricane Sandy in 2012, the island was divided into two parts. Along the entire Atlantic coast stretch beautiful sandy beaches with cinematic approaches to them and numerous wooden decks. The symbol of Fire Island is a lighthouse built in the early 19th century. Near it is Robert Moses State Park – one of the most popular places on the island.

How to get there:

You can drive from New York to Fire Island. You can also get from the city to the south of Long Island, from where numerous ferries go to the island.

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How to get there:

The park can only be reached by car.

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The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts

Two hours from New York City, on the campus of Bard College, is an incredibly futuristic building – The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. It hosts theatrical performances, jazz, chamber and orchestral concerts and dance performances.