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Halloween 2012

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Patch's Halloween Costume Contest: And the Winner of the Best Costume in Georgia Is...

The Georgia winner, who will receive $250, will now be entered to win the $5,000 grand prize in Patch's Best Halloween Costume in America contest.

You know what they say—no (goblin) guts, no glory. Congratulations to "Box of Popcorn or 'KendallCorn'" uploaded by Paige Funk from Smyrna, the Georgia winner of Patch’s Best Halloween Costume in America Contest. A total of 349 photos from across Georgia entered the contest. Parents posted hundreds of costume photos of themselves and their families from this Halloween or from years past. We had lots of ghouls, ghosts and Honey Boo Boos to choose from, but this Box of Popcorn won us over. As the winner of the $250 prize for the best costume in Georgia, Box of Popcorn by Paige Funk is now in the running to be the $5,000 grand prize winner of Patch's Best Halloween Costume in America contest. The winner will be announced on Monday, Nov. 12.

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Area Dentists Buy Back Halloween Candy for Troops

If you have leftover sweets after Halloween, some local dentists will buy it back for a great cause.

Not sure what to do with all that leftover candy from Halloween? How about giving it back for a great cause? Some local dentists are participating in a "Halloween Candy Buyback" program by Operation Gratitude, a non-profit that sends care packages to overseas troops. Many dentists pay $1 per pound of candy, up to five pounds, or give prizes away in exchange for the candy. Some area dentists participating this year include: Children's Dental Zone 3719 Old Alabama Road Johns Creek, 30022 Phone: (770) 777-1222 Email: andrea@childrensdentalzone.com www.childrensdentalzone.com Jones Bridge Dental Care 11925 Jones Bridge Road Johns Creek, 30005 Phone: 770-772-0606 Email: jbdfromtheheart@jbdentalcare.com jbdentalcare.com Family and Cosmetic …

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Quick, Easy & Cheap Last Minute Halloween Costume Ideas

Great fun and easy costumes for everyone that don't look like they were thought of at the last minute.

Halloween is almost here so are you ready? Do you have a costume yet? While you could go to the pop-up Halloween store in the mall and rummage through whatever is left, we found some great costumes for all ages that will ensure a spooktacular Halloween. A Little Bearded Garden Gnome - Your kids may already have the clothes. You'll just need to make a simple hat and beard. Bag of Jelly Beans - You'll need a clear trash bag and set of strong lungs to make this sweet costume Catch of the Day - This is a "reel" easy costume to put together. Quarterback - This punny costume is quick and easy to make. Spaghetti and Meatballs - Use a red and white tablecloth and a pot to make this saucy costume. Lego - This costume is easy to build using a …

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