It is possible to indulge your child's — or inner child's — Halloween fantasies without trashing the planet.

Consider hosting or attending a Halloween Costume Swap; This is a great opportunity to get rid of all of those tiny pirate shirts and too tight witches dresses. Give your kids the chance to exercise their creativity with bits and pieces from other people - and save money.

What better venue to get in the Halloween mood than the jungles of Southlands? The Southlands Spruce-Up runs from 21st to 23rd October, with an Open House on Saturday, October 26th from noon until 4pm followed by a Beach Party and Bonfire from 4pm until 8pm. For more info, email BEST at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 292-3782.

BUEI's Halloween Party is on Saturday, October 26th, from 1pm-4pm. Admission is FREE for members, $5 for non-members (children under 4 are free). For more info, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 292-7219.

BAMZ is hosting a Jack O'Lantern Carving Party on Wednesday October 30th from 10m-12pm, where each pumpkin will then be used to feed Zoo animals. For more info and to register, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 293-2727 ext. 2130.

The Bermuda National Trust are hosting two nights of spooky Ghost Stories at Verdmont House and Garden in Smith's Parish from 6pm-7pm on Monday, October 28th and Thursday, October 31th. For more info or to book, email Peter Frith This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call BNT 236-6483.

You can have a green halloween and also be creative and have fun in recycling halloween.

Greenrock wishes everyone a safe and happy Halloween!