Let the skies clear up and the party go on and on. That’s exactly what happened on an eventful Oct. 23rd afternoon at Bauler Park. Where excited, smiling youngsters, sporting a variety of the neatest costumes ever, turned out in droves to enjoy a much-anticipated annual Halloween party. “Whew” was the collective sigh of relief breathed by the party-goers’ parents.

Threatening weather in the morning had many concerned.

“We got very lucky with the weather,” observed Jennifer Uson, one of the party’s volunteer organizers. “That morning, Tracy (Simmons) and I met at the Farmer’s Market under ominous gray clouds. After lunch, though, the sun came out, and we had a lovely party.”

For all the kids, the party was an afternoon of non-stop treats and entertainment. Mr. Singer and Kerry Appleberry delighted with songs and dances. Steven Glick worked wonders with balloons by turning them into swords, light sabers, flowers and a variety of animals. Youngsters got a workout in the Bozo Buckets potato sack races.

A big thanks goes out to Kinder Cone’s Vivian Lie for providing Halloween and back-to-school crafts. Another big thanks to the many volunteers and Bauler Park supporters.

What started out as a spooky weather day turned into a glorious day for all the little Spooksters.

Reported by Jennifer Uson; Photos: Tracy Simmons, Rodger Owen