Crisp air, changing leaves, and candy galore! Fall festivities are here and PublicSq. has all you need to make connecting with your community easy and fun!
Discover helpful tips to keep your kiddos safe while trunk-or-treating, ideas for fun and unique costumes for all ages, ways to get creative with your candy feast, inspired hacks for carving pumpkins like a pro, and oh so much more. So pour yourself a cup of hot cider and let's brew up some fun!
When it comes to trunk-or-treating with young children, safety and supervision are key. Here are some tips to make the experience fun and worry-free:
If you're looking for costume inspirations, check out these fun ensemble ideas for all ages! Consider pop culture figures, professions like firefighters or doctors, or classic options like princesses. Not quite what you’re looking for? Accessorize with wigs, makeup, masks, and props to take any costume up a notch. Whatever you choose, have fun with it!
The right makeup can take your Halloween costume from basic to spectacular. Use face paint, eyeliner, eyeshadow, or more to create fun Halloween makeup effects. Watch YouTube tutorials to get application tips. The right makeup can make you look positively magical or funny, depending on what you’re going for this Halloween!
Let’s get creative with all that candy! Here are some ideas:
Get the whole family involved in coming up with fun ways to eat it! The options are endless!
Carving jack-o-lanterns is a favorite Harvest tradition for many families. Here is a simple guide to pumpkin carving for beginners:
Supplies Needed:
Pumpkin (look for smooth, symmetrical ones)
Carving tools (knife, spoon, toothpicks, etc.)
Newspaper or tarp to work on
Marker to draw a face
Candle and matches
Steps:
Cut a large circle around the stem and scoop out insides
Draw a face design on the front with marker
Use tools to carve out face elements like eyes, nose, and mouth
Put a candle inside and light it to bring your jack-o-lantern to life!
Safety Tips:
Supervise young kids and have them draw a face instead of carving
Light candles inside pumpkins away from flammable objects
Place jack-o-lanterns on a flat surface and keep away from doorways
Have fun coming up with creative designs – you can find stencils online if you need inspiration!
A harvest party isn't complete without some fun games to entertain guests of all ages. Here are some activities to celebrate the season:
These games are great for keeping your guests engaged and entertained! Set up stations and have prizes to take the party up a notch!
This harvest season, make the switch to PublicSq. and shop from a curated selection of liberty-loving brands to add the finishing touches to your Harvest and trunk or treating festivities.
Here are some of our favorites you can shop from:
Vine & Shepherd - Only Spirit Up In Here Is The Holy Spirit Hoodie
Luxy Vibes - Howdy Pumpkin Canvas Tote Bag
Mainely Coffee - Autumn Harvest - Rooibos, Spices & Cascara
MAGLITE - ML300L 4D LED LONG-RUNNING FLASHLIGHT
Liberty Flagpoles - Halloween: Pumpkin Flag | Nylon 3' x 5'
AP4Libertyshop - Government Scary Tee
Impressions Online Boutique - Pumpkin Patch Cutie Oversized Sweatshirt
Aunt Jody's Treasures - Pumpkin Cookie Cutters
Deliciously Marshmallows & S'mores - Pumpkin Marshmallows
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