Crisp, cool air and houses decorated with colorful mums and pumpkins signal fall is upon us. It is the perfect season to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends before winter has us nestled in our homes.
Middle Township is holding many fall events for the community so residents can gather and enjoy the season. These activities include:
Halloween House Decorating Contest: Bring out the spooky decorations and enter Middle Township’s Halloween house decorating contest. Homes will be judged on theme and design, creativity, effort, and overall presentation. Judging will take place on Oct. 17, and all decorations should be turned on by 5 p.m. Residents interested in participating must register by Oct. 13 at middletownship.recdesk.com. For more information, call (609) 465-8728.
Halloween Parade: All residents are welcome to participate in Middle Township’s Halloween event. The parade begins at 7 p.m. (line-up starts at 6 p.m.) on Oct. 25 at Memorial Field. The parade will travel north on Route 9 to Mechanic Street, with performances taking place in front of the library. Make sure to bring a bag for candy. To register, visit middletownship.recdesk.com. For more information, call (609) 465-8732.
Olde Tyme Harvest Festival: Enjoy rides, entertainment, craft and food vendors at Middle Township’s 25th annual Olde Tyme Harvest Festival. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 28. Children and pets can enter the festival’s Halloween costume contest. Register by Oct. 18 at middletownship.recdesk.com. Participants can also register the day of the event. Registration will be held in front of the library and must be received by 11:30 a.m. The rain date is Oct. 29. For more information, call (609) 465-8732.