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Halloween on Lyme Street

November 1, 2016 by Olwen Logan

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Oh, what a night it was on Lyme Street!  There were witches and warlocks, ghosts and ghouls, aliens and … adorable little girls just like the one in the center above … and (our inside information suggests …) these ‘goblins’ in the photo all live on the same street — but it’s not Lyme Street …

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The Cooley Gallery was bedecked with the biggest spider that you’ll ever see …

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It seemed every house on Lyme Street had a continuous line heading towards the front door …

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The Mergys outdid themselves yet again with an incredible Alice in Wonderland-themed tableau and even the appropriate movie …

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Whatever was happening inside E.F. Watermelon, it was sure drawing a crowd!

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The Fairfield-Sonn residence was beautifully illuminated and decorated ready for the busy night ahead. Estimates from several houses along Lyme Street were of around 800 Trick-or-Treaters by the time the evening was done …

Photo by Leslie Massa.
Photo by Leslie Massa.

And just look look who showed up at their door!  We’ll make no comment … other than “Great costume!”

Photo by Leslie Massa.
Photo by Leslie Massa.

We’ve no idea who this young man is … but his intense concentration on choosing his candy was too delightful to miss …

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Photo by Leslie Massa.

They came in the most fabulous costumes, with buckets and bags … and brimming with smiles!

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Photo by Leslie Massa.

And talking of costumes — who’s this wonderful, cuddly, little skunk?  And yes, we did say skunk!  We think it may just be Max Garvin … and his similarly-attired mom, Missy!

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And who’s this delightful Dorothy?  Please do tell …

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And finally, who’s this lurking in the bushes??  Oh my, let’s hope he’s history after Halloween …

 

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