BUCYRUS — Around the county, ghosts, goblins, witches and more will be out and about for the annual Trick-or-Treat events.

In Bucyrus, Trick or Treat is on Halloween, Oct. 31, from 5-7 p.m. Several churches, such as the Bucyrus Church of God at the corner of Whetstone Street and Woodlawn Avenue, and the Bucyrus YMCA, will be offering Trunk-or-Treat events during the same time.

In Galion, Trick or Treat is Sunday, Oct. 28, from 2-4 p.m. The Brownella Cottage, 132 S. Union St., will be offering candy and will be decorated for Halloween with kid-friendly decor. Volunteers will pass out candy as families take a short tour of the main floor. The Galion Public Library will host a Halloween event Oct. 27 from 1-3 p.m.

Kids in Crestline may Trick or Treat on Oct. 28 from 2-4 p.m. with area businesses hosting a costume contest at the gazebo from 4-5 p.m.

There are many ways for children and their families to stay safe while trick or treating.

Walk Safely:

  • Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross.
  • Put electronic devices down and keep heads up and walk, don’t run, across the street.
  • Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them.
  • Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible. Children should walk on direct routes with the fewest street crossings.
  • Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Teach children to never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.

Trick or Treat with an Adult:

  • Children under the age of 12 should not be alone at night without adult supervision. If kids are mature enough to be out without supervision, they should stick to familiar areas that are well lit and trick-or-treat in groups.

Keep Costumes Both Creative and Safe:

  • Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colors.
  • Choose face paint and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s vision.
  • Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights to help them see and be seen by drivers.
  • When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips and falls.

For Motorists: Drive Extra Safely on Halloween

  • Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways.
  • Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians and on curbs.
  • Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully.
  • Eliminate any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings.
  • Drive slowly, anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on earlier in the day to spot children from greater distances.

Tips may be found at the Safe Kids website.