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Los Gatos Issues Halloween Coronavirus Advisory
The town is recommending against trick-or-treating amid the coronavirus crisis this year.
LOS GATOS, CA — The Town of Los Gatos issued a recommendation Thursday to anyone considering trick-or-treating on Halloween amid the coronavirus crisis.
It’s message: Stay home.
“Traditional trick-or-treating is not recommended during the pandemic, so Halloween will look a little different this year,” the town said in a news release.
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“Los Gatos streets will not be closed for trick-or-treating, and we can celebrate safely at home.”
The is offering the following suggestions for celebrating Halloween this year:
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- Get cozy, grab the popcorn, and have a scary or Halloween-themed movie marathon
- Have Suggestions for celebrating Halloween at home this year include having a candy scavenger hunt around the house.
- Compete in a pumpkin carving contest with those you live with
- Hold a virtual costume contest with friends and family
- Play a household game of spooky-themed trivia
- Bake and decorate festive cookies or other treats
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