Sparta Sets Spooktacular Saturday Events For Halloween

SPARTA, N.J.– Sparta's Parks and Recreation Department organized three Halloween-themed events for Saturday.

First is "Scarecrow Saturday":

"Have you ever wanted to make your very own scarecrow? " the department asked. "A fun family project where you can design, create and build your very own scarecrow. Upon completion, you are invited to display your unique creative design during theRecreation Advisory Committee’s 'Munchkin March Costume Parade' on October 23rd.
Once the parade is over, take it home so you can show it off to all the trick-or-treaters.

The event runs from 10:30 a.m. until noon and costs $15 to participate.

The department said it will provide hay, some decorations, plastic heads, wood and string. Attendees can bring clothes and a pumpkin.

Next is "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow":

According to the Parks and Recreation Department: "This one-man version of the classic horror tale is a fully staged presentation sure to delight and entertain all ages. You will see Ichabod interacting with students in the schoolhouse and leading the church congregation in song. You will join him on his way to a wonderful party where he dances with the girls he loves. Then you will follow him on his fateful journey home as he encounters the 'Headless Horseman' and disappears from the hollow forever."

The show, presented by actor Neill Hartley, begins at 7 p.m. Admission is $10. It will take place in the lower level of the library.

Last is the "Trunk or Treat" and "Munchkin March" Halloween costume parade on Sunday.

The former begins at 5:30 p.m. and will be held in the Sparta Library parking lot. The parade is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. at the Memorial football field.

Prizes will be awarded and treats given to all, organizers said.
The event is free but organizers are requesting non-perishable food items to be donated to the Sparta Ecumenical Food Pantry.

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