Boardman Township Trustees Larry Moliterno, Brad Calhoun and Thomas Costello have declared official Halloween trick-or-treat hours in the township for Mon., Oct. 31, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
      As well, there are a variety of events set at Boardman Park.
      The Pumpkin Carve-Out Contest offers a chance to create Spooktacular jack-o-lanterns! Bring the family, friends, carving tools and newspapers for a fun time at Boardman Park. There will be a small fee for the pumpkins. Prizes will be awarded in different age categories, from children to adults.
      The Pumpkin Carve-Out Contest runs Fri., Oct. 14, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Sat., Oct. 15, from noon to 9:00 p.m. and Sun. , Oct. 16, from noon to 5:00 p.m.
      On Sun., Oct. 16, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Boardman Park will hold for Boo Thru The Woods. It’s a twist on trick or treating. Receive treats from area businesses while on a walk along the park’s hike and bike trail. The Boo Thru The Woods begins near the Hofmaster Pavilion. It is a free event.
      The park’s Family Friendly Haunted Wagon Rides through the haunted forest also start the weekend of Oct. 14-5, and will continue on Fridays and Saturdays for the following two weekends. Tickets will be sold from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Wagon rides start at dusk. Ticket prices are adults/$5; children 12 and under/$3; family rates: based on a family of two adults and up to four children $15, Boardman residents; and $18-non Boardman residents.
      Lots of family fun with free events during Haunted Wagon Rides includes a bonfire, children’s bounce-a-round, and Jocko the Balloon Man. Food concessions will be available.
      Proceeds from the park’s Halloween activities benefit the following local non-profit groups: 4-H Club of Mahoning County, P.A.N.D.A. and Boardman High School Key Club.
      For more information on these events or on upcoming events, visit www.boardmanpark.com.