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Where to go see the fantastic displays of Christmas lights in Long Beach

Where to go see the fantastic displays of Christmas lights in Long Beach

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10 HALLOWEEN SAFTEY TIPS

1. Go With Your Kids

Trick or treating isn’t what it used to be. In most cities it’s not safe to let kids walk the streets by themselves. Your best bet is to make sure that an adult is going with them. If you can’t take them yourself, see if another parent or two can.  If you are nearby, the chances of a disaster will dramatically decrease even with older children.  And if they do run into trouble, you will be right there to help.

2. Create Check-in Times For Older Children

Know the route your kids will be taking if you aren’t going with them. Let them know that they are to check in with you every hour, by phone or by stopping back at home. Make sure that they know not to deviate from the planned route so that you always know where they will be.  Having them take mobile phone (preferably with GPS turned on) can keep you in contact.

3. Make sure costumes allow for movement and good vision

Help your young child pick out or make a costume that will be safe. Make sure that it’s fire proof or treated with fire retardant. If they are wearing a mask of any kind,  make sure that the eye holes are large enough for good peripheral vision.  Having a costume that is easy to move in can protect children from falls, and allow them to run faster in the case of a major problem like being chased, or having to move out of the way of a vehicle.

4. Go to the Mall or other large gathering place

You may have fond memories of walking the streets of your neighborhood, trick or treating as a child. However, it might be more wise to go to a local mall or other large shopping area instead.  This will allow you to have better visibility, as well as law enforcement is more likely to be nearby to help if there is a problem.

5. Set a Curfew

Make sure you set a time that your kids should be home by. Make sure they know how important it is for them to be home on time or to call immediately if something happens and they are going to be delayed.  The later they are out, the higher the risk factors they encounter.   This year it’s easy, because Halloween is on a school night.

6. Educate children on the difference between tricks and vandalism

Kids will be kids. Explain to kids of all ages the difference between tricks and vandalism. Throwing eggs at a house may seem funny but they need to know the other side of the coin as well, that clean up and damages can ruin Halloween for everyone. If they are caught vandalizing, make them clean up the mess they’ve made.   Some people like to smash pumpkins or do other mischief, this not only creates a mess, but can escalate into larger problems with the owners.

7. Protect your pets

Some sick people find Halloween a great night to hurt cats or dogs. Explain to your kids that animal cruelty of any kind is not acceptable. Kids may already know this on their own but stress the point that it’s not acceptable behavior. Make sure that they know that harming animals is not only morally wrong  but punishable by law and will not be tolerated.  As for your own pets, make sure they are kept safe from anyone who would harm them.

8. Fill your kids up on good food

Serve your kids a filling meal before trick or treating and they won’t be as tempted to eat any candy before they bring it home for you to check. Check your local grocery store or craft store for Halloween cook books full of tasty treats on a horror theme for both kids and adults.  Also, this will keep them from eating too much candy after you have approved it.   Also, there is the added benefit of a healthy meal to keep their energy up while trick or treating.

9. Teach your kids about Stranger rules

Teach your kids about not getting into strangers cars or talking to strangers, no matter what the stranger says to them. Explain to them as simply as you can that some adults are bad and want to hurt children, that they should never go into a house that they don’t know, get into a car or go anywhere with a stranger. Also, tell them what to do should this happen, to scream as loud as they can to draw attention and to run away as fast as they can to someplace safe. Create a code word that is only used by you, your child and those you have designated to pick them up in the case of an emergency.

10. Check Local Sex Offender Lists

As bad as it sounds, this is just a fact of life now. Get on the internet and check your local state website for sex offenders. Almost every state has one, just do a search for your state sex offender site. Look up your zip code and it should have a list of registered offenders in your area that includes street addresses. Make sure that your kids stay away from these houses!  Another good reason to just go with your child.

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Stop by Bixby Knolls First Fridays. Shop Local and Enjoy Local Art.

Villa del Sol Residents are encouraged to stop by the First Friday of every month.

The Original Lobster Festival is Back

Just a few miles south of the Villa del Sol Apartment Homes of Long Beach will be the 15th Annual 2011 Original Lobster Festival held September 9-11, at the Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach. Check it out at the link below.

http://www.originallobsterfestival.com/

LB GREEK Festival this Labor Day Weekend!!!

Villa del Sol residents and friends can take a short trip accross town and get an authentic taste of Grecian Culture this Labor Day Weekend! September 3-5th.

Long Beach GREEK Festival Flyer Here! 

Festival by the Sea !!

 Assumption Greek Orthodox Church in Long Beach is celebrating their milestone 62nd annual
Greek Festival by the Sea on Labor Day weekend. 

 Thousands attend the much anticipated Long Beach Greek festival, which includes live music, dancing, delicious food, art, jewelry, and a raffle with fantastic prizes. 

 The Greek Festival by the Sea is a wonderful and affordable weekend of fun activities for the whole family. 

 It's a chance to bring the entire multi-cultural community of Long Beach together to celebrate. 

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