October 15, 16, 22, 23, 27,28, 29 &30 - Haunted House: "Fright at the Fields"  will be presented by the Beech Grove Girls Softball Association. It will take place at the Beech Grove Softball Diamonds (behind the middle school). Come if you dare on October 15th & 16th from 7:00 - 11:00 PM, October 22nd & 23rd from 7:00 - 11:00 PM, October 27th & 28th from 7:00 - 10:00 PM, October 29th & 30th from 7:00 - 11:00 PM, and October 31st from 6:00 - 10:00 PM. Tickets are $10.00 at the door or pick up discount coupons at local Beech Grove merchants or the Southside Times. For more information, call Amy at 317-435-5211.

October 22, 23, 29 & 30^th - Fright For Life Haunted House. Come out for creep fun Friday or Saturday night from 7pm-11pm. Cost is $6 for adults, and children 12 and under $4 (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). There will also be Kiddies Day on both Saturdays, Oct 23 & 30^th from 1pm - 4pm. $5 per child cover all activities.  Parents are free and must accompany their child. For more information or to volunteer please email to hauntedprojects@yahoo.com. Profits to benefit the American Cancer Society.  

October 22, 23, 29 & 30 - Fire Frights. Campbell Township Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a Haunted House at Muscatatuck County Park. The Haunted House runs from 7:30pm-Midnight on October 22, 23 and 29, and from 6:30pm-Midnight on October 30. There will also be a costume contest for the kids on October 30 starting at 6:30pm.  Admission is $5 per person, and all proceeds will help fund the Campbell Township Volunteer Fire Department's Building Fund. For more information, contact Jordan at 812-592-7576.  

October 24 - Halloween Costume Contest for kids up to age 12. This free costume contest is sponsored by Columbus Parks and Rec, and the Columbus Area Arts Council, and will take place at Donner Center. The contest starts at 2pm for kids 6 and under, and 3:15 pm for kids 7-12. For more info, go to columbusparksandrec.com or call 812-376-2680. 

October 29 - Halloween Treat Fest. Looking for a "not-so-scary" Trick-or-Treat destination for children 12 and under? This year, bring your lil' princesses and pirates to Edinburgh Premium Outlets for Halloween Treat Fest on Friday the 29th, from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Select stores will be providing treats throughout the evening, while supplies last. So if you're looking for a family-friendly atmosphere to Trick-or-Treat, grab your costume and head to this spooktacular FREE event. For more info, call 812-526-9764.

October 29-30 - Night of A Thousand Jacks. 5pm-11pm at the Historic City Hall Parking lot at 445 Fifth Street in Columbus. Bring your money and vote for your favorite pumpkin. Proceeds benefit Advocates for Children. For more info click here 

October 30 - Crump Theatre Midnight Hunt. IN NOMINE PARANORMAL RESEARCH will be doing a hunt at the Crump Theatre in Columbus , Indiana and we are allowing guests!!!  You will not want to miss this! Cost is $40 per person. Space is limited, so please reserve your in advance. The hunt will take place from 12:00am –  3:00am. For more information, click here.

Halloween Safety Tips:
BOO! It’s nearly time for Halloween! Trick-or-treating, wearing costumes, and carving pumpkins are all part of the fun for kids of all ages. However, many of these activities also offer potential for injury, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) suggests that Halloween-goers take the following steps to stay safe.

Pumpkin-carving

• When carving pumpkins, use specifically designed carving knives, no kitchen knives.
• Carving knives are less likely to get stuck in the thick pumpkin tissue. (Injuries can occur when a carver tries to yank the stuck knife out.)
• Never let children carve pumpkins.
• Adults carving pumpkins should remember to always cut in small, controlled strokes, away from themselves.
• Carving knives should be kept in a clean, dry, well-lit area.
• Any moisture on the tools, hands, or table can cause the knife to slip, leading to injuries.
• Should an individual cut a finger or hand while carving pumpkins, elevate the hand above the heart and apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth to stop the bleeding.
• If continuous pressure does not slow or stop the bleeding after 15 minutes, an emergency room visit may be necessary.
• If there is any numbness in the fingers and or there is an inability to move the fingers, then the individual should go to the emergency room.

Costumes

• Halloween costumes should be light and bright, so children are clearly visible to motorists and other pedestrians.
• Trim costumes and bags with reflective tape.
• Make sure children wear flame-resistant costumes that fit properly.
• Costumes that are too long may cause kids to trip and fall.
• Children should wear sturdy, comfortable and slip-resistant shoes.
• Masks and hats can impair a child’s vision, so secure hats well and consider using face makeup instead of masks.

Trick-or-Treating

• When trick-or-treating, children should stay in familiar neighborhoods and be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Children must walk on sidewalks and never cut across yards or driveways.
• They should also obey all traffic signals and remain in designated crosswalks when crossing the street.
• Trick-or-treaters should only approach houses that are well lit.
• Both children and parents should carry flashlights to see and be seen.
• Consider skipping the door-to-door trick-or-treating and attend a neighborhood Halloween party instead.
• Examine all treats for tampering or other unsafe conditions before allowing the children to eat them.