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Parents’ Night Out

Parents Night Out now included in all Family Memberships!

MUST-DO EVENTSBetween Trunk or Treat, Spooktacular, Thriller Walk, and Family 5ks there is so much for your family to do this month at the Y. Stop by your local YMCA to find out more!

FAMILY LIFE HACKS

Fri, Oct 12 | CampoPumpkin Splash 6:30-7:30pm

Come to our underwater Pumpkin Patch! We will have pumpkins in our main pool and you and your family will pick out a pumpkin to decorate! Pre-registration at the Welcome Center is required.

Fri, Oct 12 | Plant CityPumpkin Splash 7-8pm

Member exclusive event, jump in the pool to pick out a pumpkin to decorate

Thu, Oct 25 | West Park VillageSpooktacular 5-7pm

Trick-or-treating in West Park Village with all the local businesses. There will be face painting, tractor rides,

amd so much more!

Fri, Oct 26 | CampoTrunk or Treat 6-8pm

Join us for our 4th Annual Trunk-or-Treat/Fall Festival! This is open to

the community! We will have fun, trunks and lots of games!

Fri, Oct 26 | New TampaTrunk or Treat 6pm

Sat, Oct 27 | Bob SierraPhantom Fest 7pm-midnight

Trick-or-treating, spooky hayrides, haunted houses, contests & MORE!

Sat, Oct 27 | North BrandonTrunk or Treat 5-7pm

Sat, Oct 27 | Plant CityTrunk or Treat 4-6pmFree to community

Sat, Oct 27 | South TampaBoo Bash 2-4pm

Trick-or-treating and Halloween fun!

Sun, Oct 28 | Central CityPumpkin Painting 1-3pm

Caramel apple bar, music and family Zumba.

Mon, Oct 29 | NorthwestThriller Walk 6-8pm

A zombie themed family fun walk! After the walk, enjoy s’mores, face painting, trick-or-treating and more!

• 1 cup sugar• 1 2/3 cups flour • 1/4 tsp baking powder• 1 tsp baking soda• 3/4 tsp salt• 1/2 tsp ground cloves• 1/2 tsp nutmeg• 1/2 tsp cinnamon• 1/2 cup vegetable oil• 1/2 cup mashed pumpkin• 2 large eggs• 1/2 cup nuts (optional)

INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees2. Grease and flour a loaf pan3. Sift together the dry ingredients (flour, sugar,

baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg) into a large bowl.

4. Add the remaining ingredients and mix until combined.

5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.6. Bake for one hour and cool on a wire rack.

Easy Pumpkin Bread

HEALTHY FAMILY RECIPE

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Hello families! My name is Morgan Weldon and I am the Family Activities Coordinator at the Northwest and West Park Village YMCAs. I started with the Y five years ago as a preschool teacher and I have been hooked ever since. I’m also a mom to a fabulous chihuahua and one playful yorkie.

Halloween Safety Tips: everything you need to know to keep your kids safe this Halloween Halloween is the time of year when we like to be scared, but not when it comes to something like child safety. Read these tips below and share them with your little ones too for a fun and safe Halloween.

Walk Safely• Look left, right and left again when crossing a street. • Put electronic devices down and keep heads up when

crossing the street.• Walk on sidewalks or paths. If paths are not available,

walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible. • Watch for cars that are turning or backing up.

Trick or Treat With an Adult• Children under the age of 12 should not be alone at night without adult supervision. • Adults should inspect candy before consuming.• Do not eat candy that has been opened or anything homemade.

Keep Costumes Both Creative and Safe• Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or

stickers. If possible, choose a light colored costume. • Opt for face paint and makeup over a mask, which can

obstruct a child’s vision. • Glow sticks can be a fun addition to a costume and are

easily seen by drivers. • When you buy the costume make sure it is the right size.

Costumes that are too large can cause trips and falls.

Drive Safely on Halloween• Slow down and be alert. Children are excited on Halloween

and may move in unpredictable ways. • Make sure your headlights are on.• Eliminate distractions inside your car so you can

concentrate on the road and your surroundings.

Did you know?On average, children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car on Halloween than any other night of the year.