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For example, mini jack-o-lanterns can be made by taking a small orange and using the tip of a knife to cut eyes, a nose and a mouth into the peel. Cut just deep enough to expose the white pith. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Halloween Safety Tips for Pets Sep 21, 2008
Keep pets restrained and away from open flames used in Halloween candles or Jack-o-Lanterns. A less dangerous alternative for candles involves using a special battery-powered Jack-o-Lantern light or an electric candle, complete with a special effects light bulb that appears to flicker like a candle. (Suite101.com)
Mischief Night Sep 21, 2008
Display pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns inside your windows rather than on your porch. Take down any expensive decorations that would be a temptation to young vandals. (Suite101.com)
Hallowe'en at The Henry Ford Returns with More Spooky Fun for Boys and Ghouls of All Ages Sep 19, 2008
More than 800 hand-carved jack-o-lanterns illuminate the spooky paths through Greenfield Village that lead to the much-sought-after treat stations manned by the most colorful cast of characters. Beware of those that lurk in the fog could it be the Headless Horseman. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bumper crop for pumpkins in NJ this year Sep 10, 2008
Farmers say about the only problem is pumpkins in central and northern New Jersey are maturing before people are not thinking about jack-o-lanterns. Submit your comment now. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Halloween 2008 -- Friday Night Delight Sep 6, 2008
Besides decorating earlier and more completely this year with spooky Halloween scenes of candlelit chandeliers and jack-o-lanterns, many people will use scent as a way to enhance the experience throughout October. Ruffolo adds. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Visiting a Pumpkin Farm Lesson Plan Sep 5, 2008
Some examples of similarities include that both books involve characters: visiting a pumpkin farm, looking at big and little pumpkins, using many of the same descriptive words (skinny, tall, round) to describe pumpkins, and using pumpkins to make baked goods and jack-o-lanterns to light at night. Some examples of differences include: that one book has human characters and the other bunny characters, that only Pumpkin Day, Pumpkin Night mentions other fall activities (like leaves turning colors,... (Suite101.com)
Summer colors, fragrances hanging on during still time Aug 25, 2008
I hope you enjoy this season of transition and relative stillness (before the jack o lanterns and Christmas trees are in the stores). Think about planting garlic, lettuces, cruciferous vegetables and root crops. (New Iberia, LA)
Gourmet Cookie Company Livens Up the Holiday Season Jul 23, 2008
Secondary Navigation. Wed Jul 23, 3:01 AM ET. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Carmi woman finds niche market with decorative gourds Jun 19, 2008
They can be painted to resemble things other than jack-o-lanterns. "We made a Santa Claus last year," Amber said. (Carmi Times, IL)
Daughter inspired by her mothers example May 23, 2008
For years, Ouellette has been raising money for the Maine Children s Cancer Program by lighting the main street in her town with hundreds of donated jack-o-lanterns, where passersby can make a contribution. The Friends of Mel Foundation matched the sum raised by Ouellette s Pumpkin Parade bringing their total contribution to more than $36,000. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Buy an American flag, anyone? Apr 4, 2008
In oth ser words, it s not the right season for merchandising the American flag for the same reason why nobody is carrying Christmas trees or the jack-o-lanterns. Out-of-season merchandise. (Porterville Recorder, CA)
Twas the night before Christmas… Dec 19, 2007
It shone brightly on jack-o-lanterns that were still in the yard. When what to my black, swollen eyes did appear. (Stuttgart Daily Leader, AR)
Eye on Safety Makes Halloween Less Scary Nov 30, 2007
Place jack-o-lanterns well out of the way of trick-or-treaters. Trick-or-treaters should wear bright, reflective clothing or reflective tape/patches should be added to their costumes. (MEDLINEplus)
Too early for Christmas tunes? Nov 22, 2007
The decorations are decking the halls of retail outlets everywhere, even before we ignite the lights on our jack-o-lanterns. The garland and tinsel have been deployed, but what about music. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
In my humble opinion: Teenage Wasteland Nov 16, 2007
Sure, it's a fun tradition to make jack-o-lanterns but (sorry to be such a Debbie Downer) it's a huge waste of food. Wikipedia says a pumpkin can be boiled, baked, roasted or mashed into a pie or soup. (Middlebury College -- The Campus, VT)
What happened to fall decorating? Nov 14, 2007
I usually just keep whatever I have up for Halloween minus the skeletons and jack o lanterns. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Pagan Symbolism: Thanksgiving Nov 11, 2007
Christmas: trees, Yule logs, holly, ivy, presents;, Easter: eggs, rabbits, flowers;, Hallowe en: trick or treat, Jack-o-lanterns, witches, ghosts. Each celebration has its own traditional food. (Suite101.com)
There are many posts about Bush, religion, the war, illegal aliens, all with differing opinions. We can take some simple facts and leave out the hateful rhetoric. 1--Bush is the most ignorant President in our history. 2--Religion should keep out of the state. It is a private personal belief. 3--The illegal alien invasion is real. It is against the law to sneak across the border. Illegals should be deported. More... Nov 8, 2007
It seems the politicians are not able to say "no to any new tax idea. The recent enactment of a "Pumpkin Tax" in Iowa opens up a whole new area that can be mined for new taxes by state and federal taxers. The Pumpkin Tax is based upon the belief that most pumpkins sold around this time of year are used primarily for Jack-O-Lanterns and not for food. Hence the new tax on this non-food item.Happily though, any real "pumpkin eaters" are allowed to file for a tax exemption by filling out a form. Can... (North County Times)
Opinion: Halloween hits Clark Road Nov 8, 2007 Christmas comes early for soldier on his way to Iraq Nov 5, 2007 Colleges like commodities: sell, sell, sell Nov 4, 2007 Tricks, not treats, in celebrating on Halloweekend Nov 4, 2007 State money won't stop fare hike: MTA Nov 2, 2007 No tricks a treat for police Nov 2, 2007 Pumpkins tasty base for savory dishes Nov 2, 2007 Trick-or-treating with my dad Nov 1, 2007 Torn paper transforms into pumpkin faces Nov 1, 2007 There’s more to Halloween than costumes and candy Nov 1, 2007 The versatile pumpkin Nov 1, 2007 Creative carving Nov 1, 2007 Pumpkins Prepared in Hundreds of Ways Nov 1, 2007 Keeping Halloween Costumes Safe Nov 1, 2007 Recycle Your Pumpkins Nov 1, 2007 Illinois ripe with pumpkin production Oct 31, 2007 Be safe with Halloween safety tips Oct 31, 2007 Halloween history over 2000 Oct 31, 2007 Police, fire departments offer Halloween safety tips Oct 31, 2007 IDIOT IN THE KITCHEN: Why pumpkin soup is a real treat Oct 31, 2007 Sex Offenders To Attend Halloween Therapy Session Oct 31, 2007 Halloween safety: ditch the tricks, save the treats Oct 31, 2007 Halloween: Holiday hikes at Custer State Park Oct 31, 2007 A wonderful start to the holiday season Oct 30, 2007 Halloween 2007 Oct 30, 2007 Moberly Makes a Difference ... MACC offers students free Greyhound game admission ... Parental kidnapping investigated in Moberly ... Northeast R-IV to present play Friday ... Veterans news update ... 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From left are Nancy Meals, Barb Riley with grandson Brady, Maxine Edwards, director of Christos Center, Nancy Wheeler, Beverly Holder and Wanda Finnigan, Altrusa president. Moberly Makes a Difference Oct 30, 2007 Thirteenth Annual Zoo Boo set for Oct. 30 Oct 30, 2007 Taking aim for Pumpkin Chucking Oct 30, 2007 Make Halloween a treat while keeping your children safe Oct 30, 2007 Celebrate Halloween in a safe way Oct 30, 2007 Halloween Symbols Oct 29, 2007 Halloween-proof your home for trick-or-treat safety Oct 29, 2007 Treat, not trick Oct 29, 2007 Families enjoy safe Halloween activities Oct 28, 2007 One great pumpkin Oct 27, 2007 Volunteers clean home student recovering from bone marrow transplant Oct 27, 2007 Books teach kids to make their own ghoulish fun Oct 27, 2007 Halloween fun for all ages Oct 27, 2007 Get Ready For Halloween 2007 Oct 27, 2007 Treat and trick with caution this Halloween Oct 27, 2007 MATC, UW-Whitewater make student transfer contract Oct 27, 2007 Pet costumes? Oct 27, 2007 529 Unpleasant St. Oct 27, 2007 Anderson Farms: A 'pumpkin paradise' Oct 26, 2007 Bennington Prepares for Pumpkin Challenge Oct 26, 2007 Around the Tri-State Area this weekend Oct 26, 2007 Halloween haunts & happenings Oct 26, 2007 Halloween Safety Tips Oct 26, 2007 Dontavius Jackson to pick his school and a pumpkin on Oct. 31 Oct 26, 2007 Cooking pumpkins easy as pie (or pancakes) Oct 25, 2007 City hosting a lot of fun events this Halloween Oct 25, 2007 More of this story Oct 25, 2007 Halloween tradition continues Friday & Saturday in Nauvoo Oct 25, 2007 Spooky fun planned at Boo-tiful Nauvoo Oct 25, 2007 The streets of Portsmouth turn very scary!!! Oct 25, 2007 Turning tricks ... or treat Oct 25, 2007 Let the carving begin: Faces on pumpkins go back a long way, but nobody knows where Oct 24, 2007 Just call it A Nightmare on Boo Boulevard Oct 24, 2007 Fla. Divers Compete In Pumpkin Carving Oct 23, 2007 Local grower enjoys the craft of raising pumpkins Oct 23, 2007 Eye on Safety Makes Halloween Less Scary Oct 22, 2007 Submerged Scares Oct 21, 2007 Is Halloween decor too adult for the kids? Oct 21, 2007 Halloween: Holiday hikes at Custer State Park Oct 21, 2007 Scares won't be scarce this Halloween Oct 20, 2007
The jack o lanterns glowed, eerie yet inviting. Is Brookline the only place where one can find E=mc2 carved into a pumpkin. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Oxford's Halloween 'Trick or Trunk' Gathering More Popular than Ever Nov 7, 2007
Jack-o-lanterns, scarecrows, spiders, cobwebs, movie characters, pirates and other Halloween favorites were incorporated into various themes ... In one area, dozens of lighted Jack-o-lanterns, some cleverly carved, were displayed on portable bleachers. (Voices, CT)
ELIZABETHTOWN Benet Finlay s grandma put up her Christmas tree when others were setting out jack-o-lanterns. That s because Pfc. (Elizabethtown News Enterprise, KY)
he lights are dimmed in the Saybrook Common room, and in the flickering light of 20-odd jack-o-lanterns a smattering of students, faculty, and administrators have gathered to peer at two printed maps that are mounted on foam board and carefully placed on stands in the corner of the room. The maps depicts the all-too-familiar outline of Yales campus, a shape that has remained largely unchanged for at least the past 20 years- despite near-constant renovations that have created an ever-changing... (Yale Herald, CT)
Are jack-o-lanterns just signals in the night for prowling demons on the hunt for fresh children to eat. Are we destroying our Christian families from the inside, and letting the terrorists win. (Yale Herald, CT)
Gene Russianoff, attorney for the transit activist agency Straphangers Campaign, showed up carrying two jack-o-lanterns filled with candy bars with wrappers carrying such labels playing on old favorites such as "Oh Eliot," "Gov. and Plenty" and "Governor, We're Not from MARS". "Oh, Eliot, the riders are counting on you," Russianoff said. (Bayside Times, NY)
Halloween is typically a busy night for the Canton Police Department, but this year, police described the night of costumes, candy and jack-o-lanterns as simply uneventful. It was eerily weird, said Sgt. Rob Gooley. (Canton Journal, MA)
It also was where she taught classroom teachers, principals and parents that pumpkins make up more than comely jack-o-lanterns. I don t know how it s done with an oven, but this is how I do it, she said of cooking pumpkins for pie. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
We drew pictures of jack-o-lanterns and witches using colors and construction paper. I always thought it was sweet that my big, tough daddy would color with me. (Truman Democrat, AR)
Marla Arnold's first grade class at Eastside Elementary School had the opportunity to add their own unique faces to Jack-o-Lanterns, which were made with the help of their parents and grandparents ... For the assignment, children were asked to create Jack-o-lanterns and decorate them any way they wished. (Niles Star, MI)
But Jack-O-Lanterns of turnips, beets and even potatoes have been carved in areas of Europe, such as Ireland and England, since the Victorian era. The Roman holiday Pomona is rumored to contribute to the tradition of bobbing for apples. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
It has been common practice in the last 30 years to purchase pumpkins for carving jack-o-lanterns with the meat and seeds thrown away. After all, pumpkin pie filling comes in cans. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Jungman and his neighbor Scott Ansell collaborated on a more whimsical creation, a jack-o-lantern with a gaping mouth, revealing six smaller jack-o-lanterns inside, as if swallowed by the hungry giant. Another pumpkin was carved Picasso-style, the eyes rolling crazily out of place. (Daily Triplicate)
As Halloween approaches, people flock to stores and gardens in search of a perfect pumpkin to carve, but few realize these jack-o-lanterns could make for a perfect holiday treat. The vegetable not only serves as an important ingredient in tasty treats, but also contains significant nutritious benefits, said Julia Tuck, a horticulture assistant for the Provo location of the Utah State University Extension service. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Use flashlights to illuminate Jack-O-Lanterns. Teach your children basic fire safety: stop, drop and roll. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Today and tomorrow you can take your jack-o-lanterns to several drop off locations around the valley. Later, pigs at R.C. Farms in North Las Vegas will get to feast on the used pumpkins. (KLAS-TV)
Another popular use of the pumpkin includes the holiday tradition of Jack-O-Lanterns. These whimsical decorations date back to the Druids and Celts, which used the carved turnip to scare off an evil spirit. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
"If you set jack-o-lanterns on your porch with candles in them, make sure that they are far enough out of the way so that kids costumes won't accidentally be set on fire.". Make sure that if your child is carrying a prop, such as a butcher knife or a pitchfork, that the tips are smooth and flexible enough to not cause injury if fallen on. (Choctaw Plaindealer, MS)
"); } function opn(id) { // options options = 'toolbar=0,status=0,menubar=0,scrollbars=1,resizable=0,width=400,height=385'; // open window newWindow = window.open("/cgi-bin/email. " The custom of wearing costumes on Halloween also originated with the Celts. During the celebrations, which consisted of sacred bonfires and animal sacrifices, Celts wore costumes that typically consisted of animal heads and skins. In A.D. 43, the Romans had conquered the majority of Celtic territory. Over the course... (Echo Online, MI)
Jack-o-lanterns can also be illuminated with battery-powered lanterns or chemical light sticks. Be sure to place lit jack-o-lanterns well away from all combustible items such as drapes and decorations, or areas where children and pets will be standing or walking. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Co-opted by a holiday, the pumpkin has gotten a bad rep -- it's not just for jack-o-lanterns. Depending on the variety, it's a very tasty member of the squash family, most commonly used for pies on Thanksgiving. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Ghost, goblins and jack-o-lanterns in one Weatherford front yard are a clear sign the homeowners will participate in Wednesday night's trick-or-treat activities. What youngsters in the neighborhood won't find are registered sex offenders waiting behind the door. (CBS 11, TX)
Along with jack-o-lanterns, costumes and trick-or-treating, danger also plays a big part in Halloween if you re not careful ... Keep your pets away from flame decorations such as candles and jack-o-lanterns. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
com - Rapid City, South Dakota's News Leader. By Cindy Card, Journal correspondent Wednesday, October 31, 2007. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
When an influx of Irish immigrants came to the U.S. in the 1880s, the custom of trick-or-treating and carving jack-o-lanterns (they discovered the pumpkin was a larger substitute to the turnip) came with them and has emerged as one of the year s most popular holidays. With our children set to head out trick-or-treating once again, now is the perfect time to remind everyone of several important safety guidelines that will ensure a safe and happy Halloween celebration. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
And dont forget about those pictures of Jack-O-Lanterns, haunted houses and costume contests. Just submit your photo credit, a caption and attach the photo. (KCRA 3, CA)
Families worked with each other to share their creative jack-o-lanterns for the Moberly Parks and Recreation Floating Pumpkin contest. Mallorie Waite, 6, said she worked with her parents, Doug and Tabetha, on her ship creation. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
The Chahinkapa Zoo will open up its gates to children of all ages dressed up in an assortment of Halloween attire Oct. 30 for the 13th annual Zoo Boo. Zoo Boo and its coordinators create a safe trick or treat environment for kids and their families. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
MISC: Mike Felsk will help people catapult their old Jack-O-Lanterns from his two, hand-made trebuchets. The small one, Old Faithful, will toss a pumpkin 150 yards. (Cadillac News, MI)
Use light sticks for jack-o-lanterns rather than candles to avoid fire hazards. If no parents are along, trick-or-treat in groups and stay together. (Cadillac News, MI)
Costumes also should be lame retardant or lame resistant so they are protected from jack-o-lanterns and other fire hazards. Parents also need to make sure the costume accessories are safe, including masks, props and shoes. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Bats Cats and Jack-o-lanterns. Why do we associate objects such as jack-o-lanterns, skeletons, and masks with the celebration of all Hallow's Eve. (Suite101.com)
Use battery-powered jack-o-lanterns and chemical light sticks for decorations instead of candles, which can lead to fire. It's also a good time to consider permanent path lighting that will make paths safe all year round ---- a poorly lighted path is an accident waiting to happen. (North County Times)
On October 31, for a couple of hours, small children dress up in costume, go out with their parents to knock on the doors of the neighbours' houses that have jack-o-lanterns, say "trick or treat", and are given chocolate or sweets. If older children or teenagers misbehave, they get into trouble. (Guardian Unlimited)
At the table of the Normal-based Ecology Action Center, children made their own versions of jack-o-lanterns by wrapping wadded-up, recycled paper in cloth and then drawing faces with markers. Its great for the community. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Inspired by their son, Riley, who was eager to decorate for the holiday, Richard Larock came up with the idea to take strings of lights and several hours to create one of the largest jack-o-lanterns in Huntersville on a tree in their front yard. The lights are strung on a mature Bradford pear tree and the display measures about 10 feet in height. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Brightly painted plywood jack-o-lanterns greet visitors alongside the gravel driveway while a summer's worth of children's toys clutter a quiet backyard that is surrounded by mature trees. But inside the house calm gave way to action. (Community News Weekly, NY)
he Halloween Book of Facts and Fun is full of information about Halloween how it started, all about jack-o-lanterns, even a chapter on l dia de los Muertos, the holiday in Mexico that celebrates the dead. It has a chapter on safety tips and another one with plans for putting on a Halloween party. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
The costumes are bought and the jack-o-lanterns are carved. It's time for Halloween. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
The Santa Rosa Police Department is advising parents to make sure children wear costumes that are flame-retardant to ensure they do not catch fire when walking near candlelit jack-o-lanterns. Costumes should also be short enough to prevent children from tripping and face-paint instead of masks is encouraged to avoid obstructing the child's vision, according to the Santa Rosa Police Department. (NBC 11, CA)
Jack-O-Lanterns are a fun decoration but caution should be taken in the way they are lit. Glow sticks are a safe way to keep the pumpkins safely illuminated. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
Troy Roedl, a local history enthusiast, decorates his Water Street front porch in a traditional Halloween style with a display of oil lanterns and jack-o-lanterns Friday evening. (John Hart/Daily Times). (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Keep dogs away from candles or lit jack-o-lanterns, with or without costumes. Good Housekeeping magazine is running a big pet costume contest this year. (The Palm Beach Post)
He starts decorating in the first week or so of October, but plots and plans all year long. This year, the family was so busy decorating, they haven t had time for that most essential of Halloween projects jack-o-lanterns. We ll have to do something about that, Ann Roe said when informed of the missing ingredient. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Big Jacks are the variety typically used for jack-o-lanterns. Anderson plans to have seasonal tours all year long; watermelons in the summer, for example. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
The biggest ever was four years ago when Keene collected almost 29,000 jack-o-lanterns, a world record at the time. Bennington tried to beat Keene last year but fell short. (WCAX.com, VT)
The streets of Nauvoo will be lit with more than 300 hard-carved jack-o-lanterns Saturday. . (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Emerge Gallery and Art Center will hold a night out for adults workshop "Jack-o-lanterns" from 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday. Participants will be provided with a pumpkin of their very own and led through a carving lesson allowing to them to create their very own specialized carved jack-o-lantern. (The Daily Reflector)
Be careful when near candle lit jack-o-lanterns, open flames or other heat sources. Know how to STOP, DROP and ROLL in the event clothing catches fire. (Ivorytown Beacon, CT)
" The senior plans to have three jack-o-lanterns, instead of hats, bearing the logos of his finalists. Oct. 17Final three set for running back Dontavius JacksonInured [wrist] senior Dontavius Jackson is no longer considering Alabama, meaning Clemson, Georgia, or LSU will receive his commitment, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.Jackson said of Clemson, "It's a great place to be. And I like coach [Tommy] Bowden because he's a Christian guy. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Miniature pumpkins work well for table decorations, small pumpkins are best for cooking and larger pumpkins make the best jack-o-lanterns. Is a pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Watch open flames from jack-o-lanterns, as they can catch costumes and long wigs on fire. Make sure that fake knives, swords and guns are made from cardboard or other flexible materials to avoid accidental injury or worse, have them mistaken for the real thing. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Spooky Nature Trail brings participants on a self-guided tour of the Nature Center trails, where witches, ghosts, wild animals, jack-o-lanterns and other creatures abound ... Jack-o-Lanterns, games, costume contests, trick-or-treating, haunted seas, special Halloween shows. (Westerly Sun, RI)
The streets of Nauvoo will illuminate with more than 300 hand-carved jack-o-lanterns Saturday. The highlight of the annual festival are the jack-o-lanterns that are illuminated along Mulholland Street. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Hundreds of beautifully lit jack-o-lanterns are displayed along Mulholland Street ... The 24 best jack-o-lanterns will be on display and sold by a silent auction from 5 to 8:30 p.m. on the corner of Page Street and Mulholland. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Well, we're here to tell you there are celebrations happening Halloween enthusiasts abound on the Seacoast, and they've cooked up schemes like brain eating contests, pathways lighted by hundreds of Jack-o-lanterns, and of course the best party of the year. the Portsmouth Halloween Parade. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
My exposure to jack-o-lanterns and witches came to a rapid halt, however, when I left Switzerland and moved to England. It was not that this type of imagery was any less widespread there, but rather that the novelty of dressing up in Halloween costumes had worn off. (The Daily Princetonian, NJ)
This has led some to assert that jack-o-lanterns were brought to our shores by latter-day Celts fleeing the Irish potato famine of the late 1840s. Not so. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
New galleries every week. GARY WILCOX/FileSusan Sousa, the witch at Boo Boulevard Halloween House at 6100 St. Andrews Court in Marsh Landing, has some fun scaring trick and treaters last year. (Florida Times-Union)
Divers Carve Jack-O-Lanterns More Than 30 Feet Below The Ocean's Surface In Contest - CBS News ... Divers Carve Jack-O-Lanterns More Than 30 Feet Below The Ocean's Surface In Contest ... (AP) Divers carved jack-o-lanterns more than 30 feet below the ocean's surface in a contest attended largely by fish in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. (CBS News)
Do you sell more for jack-o-lanterns or for pumpkin pie. People will say both. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Place jack-o-lanterns well out of the way of trick-or-treaters. Trick-or-treaters should wear bright, reflective clothing or reflective tape/patches should be added to their costumes. (Health-Finder)
Typically all that's needed is a knife, a pumpkin and a little creativity, but Saturday in Burlington, carvers needed flippers and face masks to finish their jack-o-lanterns. Snorkel, check. (WCAX.com, VT)
My kid keeps throwing orange boxes in the cart when we go to the store and drawing jack-o-lanterns on anything she can. Including the dog. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
com - Rapid City, South Dakota's News Leader. By Cindy Card, Journal correspondent Sunday, October 21, 2007. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
The Spring Trail will be decorated and lined with about 100 jack-o-lanterns carved by Camdenton Elementary School students. The mill shelter on the Spring Trail will have activities for kids and treats, including smores, candy bags and a beanbag toss with prizes. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
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