(Fanwood, NJ) — Fanwood’s Halloween Parade kicked off Friday night at the Fanwood Memorial Library, filling the streets downtown and LaGrande Park with cartoon and movie characters as well as other creative costumes.
The Fanwood Recreation Commission organized the event, which included a glow in the dark light stick giveaway. The parade started at the Fanwood Memorial Library and proceeded to LaGrande Park, escorted by the police and fire departments and rescue squad
Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Assistant Band Director Charlie Jackson.
The parade was led by the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Marching Band Drum Line. Mayor Colleen Mahr welcomed everyone prior to the start of the parade. Councilwomen Patricia Walsh and Berry were also on hand.
A costume contest followed the parade at LaGrande Park and was organized by age group. Halloween music including The Monster Mash was played during the costume parade. A Jack O’Lantern contest also took place. Cider donuts, apple cider, coffee and garlic knots were served by Recreation Commissioners.
Councilwoman Patricia Walsh and Sgt. Dan Piccola.
Olaf from Frozen.
Mayor Colleen Mahr announcing start of the parade.
Mayor Colleen Mahr and Councilwoman Patricia Walsh walking in the parade.
Harry Potter and Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland.
Costume Contest and Parade at LaGrande Park.
Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Band Drummer Line.
Recreation Director Bob Budiansky.
Costume Contest and Parade at LaGrande Park.
Parade on Martine Avenue.
Councilwomen Gina Berry giving out candy.
Recreation Director Bob Budiansky, Mayor Colleen Mahr, Councilwomen Gina Berry and Patricia Walsh.
