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5 Things to Do: Hometown Halloween in La Salle, Howloween, Downtown Trick-or-Treat in Streator
By Tommy Nguyen
Trick-or-treat, trunk-or-treat community Halloween celebrations in the Illinois Valley
Anita Patel
Anita Patel
Sports Reporter · Naperville, IL
Anita Patel, a graduate of DePaul University, has over 8 years of experience covering high school athletics for various local publications. She has a deep passion for sports and youth development, often championing the stories of student-athletes making an impact in their communities.
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Families across the Illinois Valley will have plenty of opportunities to celebrate Halloween as communities and local organizations host trunk-or-treating, trick-or-treating events and other festivities the next two weekends.From decorated vehicles filled with candy to downtown celebrations and costume contests, here’s a look at where families can enjoy Halloween fun in the region.Friday, Oct. 30Spooky Wheels Sweet Deals – OttawaThe Ottawa YMCA will host Spooky Wheels Sweet Deals from 4-6 p.m. in the south end of the back parking lot. Bring the kids dressed in their costumes for safe trunk-or-treating. This is free and open to the community. Visit the YMCA’s Facebook page for more information.Saturday, Oct. 31Downtown Trick-or-Treat – StreatorVisit downtown Streator from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for trick-or-treating at participating businesses. Visit streator.org for more information. Hometown Halloween – La SalleLa Salle’s Hometown Halloween event is from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kni
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