Once Upon a Hallowe'en

The Old Poway Park Action Committee (OPPAC) proudly announces Once Upon a Hallowe’en, a family-friendly event that celebrates Halloween in a distinctly different way by taking a ride into the past aboard the “Halloween Express,” Poway’s own Baldwin Steam Locomotive, operated by the Poway–Midland Rail Road Volunteers. Noted storyteller Charles Johnson will entertain from 5:30 to 8:30 pm in Templars Hall. The Porter House will be transformed into a haunted house filled with all manner of surprises guaranteed to thrill and chill!
 
Children will delight in playing a variety of carnival-type games, racing ducks in the Fountain and making a Creepy Critter to take home as a remembrance of this magical evening. Sparks will fly as the Blacksmith Guild performs Metal Detonations in the dark of night; a replica of the Ectomobile from the movie, The Ghostbusters, will be on site with lights flashing to add to the evening’s festivities; and Thriller Dancers will perform in the Gazebo, lending a wild vibe to this magical evening.
 
Returning for its second year is the Carved Pumpkin Contest. Drop off your already carved pumpkins at The Gazebo in Old Poway Park by 5:00 p.m. on Sunday,
October 27, 2013. “People’s Choice” judging will take place during the evening. Each park visitor will be given one token to vote for their favorite carved pumpkin (so invite your family, friends and neighbors to come and show their support for your entry!). Winners will be announced at 8:00 p.m., at which time prizes will be awarded. Contest participants are encouraged to pre-register, but they also may register onsite between 5:00 and 5:15 p.m.