Parks and Recreation
News Release
For Immediate Release: Oct. 4 2010
Contact: Kim Becker
City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department
Henderson’s Halloween Happenings
City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Hosting Family-Friendly Events
HENDERSON, Nev.— The City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department is hosting some frightfully fun Halloween events for children of all ages. Events range from crafts and story times to swimming and trick or treating. Parents are asked to register in advance for programs listed with activity numbers as space may be limited. Register online at cityofhenderson.com or in person at any City of Henderson recreation center.
Owly
Bring your child to the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve to hear a story about a little owl with lots of big questions. Each child will color a page related to the story. Parents are welcome to take children on an educational walk around our ponds after story time.
Location: Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, 350 E. Galleria Dr.
Ages 3-5
10:00-10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 12 (activity 194004-65)
Free
Munchable Monster House
Kids use chocolate frosting, graham crackers and colorful candy to create sweet and very edible haunted houses. It’s a munchable monster treat that’s fun to make. All supplies provided. Register by Oct. 13.
Location: Silver Springs Recreation Center, 1951 Silver Springs Pkwy.
Ages 3-5
10:00-11:00 a.m., Saturday Oct. 16 (294009-12)
$12
Ages 6-8
11:15 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Oct. 16 (294009-13)
$12
Pumpkin Picassos
Painting is a safe alternative to carving pumpkins. We’ll assist children as they paint their own pumpkin masterpieces and then entertain them with some great games. Bring a pumpkin and an old shirt for cover-up. Register by Oct. 11.
Location: Whitney Ranch Recreation Center, 1575 Galleria Dr.
Ages 4-12
11:00 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Oct. 16 (294010-36)
$2
Tots Trick or Treat Trail
Dress your little ones in their Halloween costumes and let them trick or treat in the safety of our recreation centers. Admission is free, but a donation of two canned food items to benefit the Henderson Salvation Army would be appreciated.
Locations: Whitney Ranch Recreation Center, 1575 Galleria Dr. and Valley View Recreation Center, 500 Harris St.
Ages 1-5
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 21
Free
Trunk or Treat
Put on your costumes and follow the trick-or-treat trail in our parking lot where we’ll pass out treats (or tricks!) from the trunks of our festively decorated cars. It’s a fun and safe event for all ages. Don’t forget to sign up for the costume contest when you arrive. Each paid participant (pay at the gate) receives a wristband for admission. Parents accompany children for free.
Location: Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Rd.
All ages
6:00-8:00 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 28
$2
Haunted At the Ranch
Something spooky is happening. Ghosts will be swimming to celebrate their favorite time of year. Join us for an evening of haunted fun with games, trick-or-treat bag decorating, and a pumpkin scavenger hunt. Bring a blank pillowcase to make bag decorating extra frightening. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Location: Whitney Ranch Indoor Pool, 1575 C Galleria Dr.
All ages
6:00-8:00 p.m., Friday, Oct. 29
$1-$2
Tricks & Treats For Kids
The Master Gardeners have a few tricks (and treats) up their sleeves as they introduce kids to a few fun and festive plant projects.
Location: Acacia Demonstration Gardens, 50 Casa Del Fuego St.
Ages 6+
9:00-10:00 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 30 (144027-95)
Free
Birds With Spooky Reputations
Lots of creatures give people the creeps around Halloween and some of them are birds. Find out why crows, ravens, barn owls, and turkey vultures have spooky reputations.
Location: Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, 350 E. Galleria Dr.
Ages 6-12
10:00-11:00 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 30 (194015-63)
Free
For additional information, call 267-4000 or visit cityofhenderson.com. A printable version of Halloween Happenings is available at http://cityofhenderson.com/parks/whats-new/special-events.php.
The nationally accredited City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department provides premium services through diverse and innovative parks, recreation and natural resource opportunities. It serves the community with seven recreation centers (including a facility for adults 50+), 11 pools, 50 parks, five skate parks, two sports complexes, more than 60 linear miles of trails, Acacia Demonstration Gardens, the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, and thousands of programs for people of all ages and abilities.
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