Trick-Or-Treating in the Tri-Cities

It's that time of year when witches, wizards and ghosts take over our towns. But if you're looking for more than just candies, there's a few places you can go to celebrate Halloween with sweets and fun treats.

• , 2086 Newpark Mall in Newark
• From 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

• , 35450 Newark Blvd. in Newark
• From 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

GHOULISH GOOD FUN AT THE HUB

• Fremont Hub, Argonaut Way in Fremont
• From 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

• , 33615 9th St. in Union City
• From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

So have fun, and show off those cosumes. Want to compete for a prize? Enter our Patch contest we're holding with Heidi Klum by submitting your child's photo to our photo gallery. for more details.

Also, if you are roaming the neighborhoods tonight, don't forget to look both ways before you cross the street. AAA urges parents to be aware because .

Don't forget your flashlights and don't let your kids snack on the treats until you inspect them. Here are some more safety tips we found on the Macaroni Kid Fremont website:

• A parent or responsible adult should always accompany young children on their neighborhood rounds.
• If your older children are going alone, plan and review the route that is acceptable to you. Agree on a specific time when they should return home.
• Only go to homes with a porch light on and never enter a home or car for a treat.
• Because pedestrian injuries are the most common injuries to children on Halloween, remind Trick-or Treaters:
  • Stay in a group and communicate where they will be going.
  • Carry a cell phone for quick communication.
  • Remain on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk.
  • If no sidewalk is available, walk at the far edge of the roadway facing traffic.
  • Never cut across yards or use alleys.
  • Only cross the street as a group in established crosswalks (as recognized by local custom). Never cross between parked cars or out driveways.
  • Don't assume the right of way. Motorists may have trouble seeing Trick-or-Treaters. Just because one car stops, doesn't mean others will!
  • Law enforcement authorities should be notified immediately of any suspicious or unlawful activity.

More safety tips from Patch columnist Jody Montgomery can be .

Have fun! And Happy Halloween!