First Halloween Post Of The Year

With Christmas decorations already spotted in Walmart — it’s true, I saw them on Facebook! — today is definitely not too early to be thinking about Halloween.

So: The Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce has announced its 1st-ever Halloween Window Painting Contest.

Alone or in groups of 2 or 3, students in 3 categories — grades 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12 — can show off their artistic abilities by painting the windows of local businesses.

(Not just any businesses, of course. Stores pay $25 for the privilege.)

Painting takes place on Sunday, October 20. Winners will be announced that evening.

In addition to the store fee of $25, participants pay too ($15 for individuals, $25 for groups of 2 or 3). Part of the proceeds benefit Staples Tuition Grants.

Sounds like a cool idea. Though not as great as the decorating I did on Halloween, back in the day.

Of mailboxes, parked cars and trees.

(To register, click here.)