Wyoming Free Library sponsors sixth annual Halloween in the Park

WEST WYOMING — A spooktacular event took place at Ralph Dailey Park in West Wyoming as the Wyoming Free Library sponsored the sixth annual Halloween in the Park on Oct. 13.

Each year, the library has chosen a theme such as Disney, Snoopy and Charlie Brown and Star Wars.

“This year, we didn’t have a theme and last year we had a Super Heroes and Science Fiction theme,” said Wyoming Free Library Director John Roberts. “It worked with no theme and everyone loved it.”

The weather was in total cooperation with autumn colored leaves against a blue sky as children, along with parents, grandparents and guardians paraded down Slocum Street from Eighth Street to the park.

“We had another perfect day, beautiful weather. Families came out and we’re please the community came out for the event,” Roberts said.

The trunk or treat event is a popular one by children from both Wyoming and West Wyoming boroughs, which the library services.

Vehicles trunks were filled with Halloween treats sponsored by the Miller and Lee families, American Grill, Wyoming Area Kiwanis, Girl Scouts Troop #33670, King’s College Education Club and others.

“We actually had a donation by an anonymous donor who actually purchased all the refreshments and the supplies for the event,” Roberts acknowledged. “We (the library) raffled off baskets. We’re here to make sure everyone has a good time.”

“We’ve been here the last three years and it’s important we are here because you want people to know the Girl Scouts do things in the community,” said Girl Scout Lauren Granteed. “We like to do things that help out.” The Girl Scout troop chose ‘The Wizard of Oz’ theme for this year.

“We’re doing this as a part of the Education Club,” said Mallory Faux, a student at King’s College. “We brought Rice Krispie treats, pretzels, chocolate and decorations.”

Victoria Hodosi, of Plains, escorted her 9-year-old son Jaden, who dressed as Marshmallow, the entertainer.

“We go to the library all the time and we try to support John (Roberts) as much as we can,” Victoria said. “We were here last year, as well.”

“It doesn’t matter if we have one kid or 300 kids, we’re just happy the community comes out to support the library,” Roberts concluded.

Kip Miller, left, holds a bucket of candy while 3-year-old Evey Lasher digs in at the Wyoming Free Library’s Halloween in the Park.

https://www.psdispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/web1_Wyo-W-Wyo-Halloween-1.jpgKip Miller, left, holds a bucket of candy while 3-year-old Evey Lasher digs in at the Wyoming Free Library’s Halloween in the Park. Tony Callaio | For Sunday Dispatch

Dressed in the Wizard of Oz theme are members of Kingston’s Girl Scout Troop #33670. From left, Anna Brennan, Lauren Granteed, Cally Williams, Heidi Williams, Abby Apolinaro, all 14 years old.

https://www.psdispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/web1_Wyo-W-Wyo-Halloween-2.jpgDressed in the Wizard of Oz theme are members of Kingston’s Girl Scout Troop #33670. From left, Anna Brennan, Lauren Granteed, Cally Williams, Heidi Williams, Abby Apolinaro, all 14 years old. Tony Callaio | For Sunday Dispatch

Cally Williams, 14, hands Layla Lasher, 8, a chocolate treat.

https://www.psdispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/web1_Wyo-W-Wyo-Halloween-3.jpgCally Williams, 14, hands Layla Lasher, 8, a chocolate treat. Tony Callaio | For Sunday Dispatch

Nine-year-old Madelyn Miller dressed as a scarecrow at the sixth annual Hallowen in the Park sponsored by the Wyoming Free Library.

https://www.psdispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/web1_Wyo-W-Wyo-Halloween-4.jpgNine-year-old Madelyn Miller dressed as a scarecrow at the sixth annual Hallowen in the Park sponsored by the Wyoming Free Library. Tony Callaio | For Sunday Dispatch

While 7-year-old daughter Abigale Edwards colors in a ghost drawing, her dad Eric plays the theme song from ‘Ghostbusters’ for inspiration.

https://www.psdispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/web1_Wyo-W-Wyo-Halloween-5.jpgWhile 7-year-old daughter Abigale Edwards colors in a ghost drawing, her dad Eric plays the theme song from ‘Ghostbusters’ for inspiration. Tony Callaio | For Sunday Dispatch