Today Is The Last Day To Register For Halloween Window Painting!

Every artist dreams of working on a huge blank canvas! How about a gigantic glass window that faces Main Street?

The popular Halloween Window Painting event will take place again this year on Saturday, October 22 from 9am to 2pm.  There will be a rain date of October 23.

The ghoulishly-artistic event is for children grades four through eight. They can delight in painting the windows of Main Street businesses in Halloween themes!

Last year, more than 50 children, parents and volunteers took part in the event, said Barbara Small, human services director of Clinton Youth & Family Service Bureau, one of the sponsors of the event.

"The businesses loved it and the same businesses have signed up again this year," said Small.

You must register for this event by Friday, Oct. 14.  Drop off a registration form at Clinton Park and Recreation offices (in the Indian River Recreational Complex off Route 81) in person or use their 24 hour drop-off mail slot located on the side of the building. 

Fees are $2.00 per person/$5.00 maximum per family. Make checks payable to Clinton Park & Recreation Department. Sign up will take place on a first come, first served.

Here are a few guidelines/happenings for that day:

• Adult supervision is required for painting day (Oct. 22) and cleanup day(s) which are Nov. 2-6
• Supplies such as window crayons and paint will be provided
• Windows will be judged and awarded 1st and speciality ribbons in each grade this year
• Teams can be comprised of an individual or up to three artists
• Guidelines will be mailed or emailed to those who register
• Bring your sketch to the check-in table the day of window decorating
• Light refreshments such as hot cider, hot chocolate and cookies will be served.

This event is sponsored by the Clinton Park & Recreation Department, Clinton Youth & Family Service Bureau, the Clinton Police Department and the Shoreline Community Women, Inc.