Shopping: Spooky & Sweet Halloween Picks

The best part about Fall is all the Halloween spookiness that occurs weeks before the highly-anticipated night of costumes and candy. We know how entertaining the autumn months can be with a little Halloween spirit, so we picked out ten must-have commodities that are sure to impress your friends, and get your family excited for the frightening fun to come!

Mark and Graham Trick-or-Treat Sack
Your kids will be the coolest trick-or-treaters on the block with this customizable candy sack. Put anything from candy corn to lollipops into this versatile draw string bag. Color options include black and white, and you can choose from eight different lettering fonts. The best part is Mark and Graham will even work your child’s name into the bag’s design! $29, markandgraham.com
Dylan's Candy Bar It’s Eye-Live Halloween Bottle
It’s October, and it’s finally acceptable to make candy a part of the entire family’s diet. Instead of indulging in regular chocolate bars, Dylan’s Candy Bar has a fun alternative. The It’s Eye-Live Halloween Bottle is the perfect delicious decoration to put around the house. Nothing’s creepier than a jar full of eye balls, and thanks to DCB, nothing’s tastier. $12, dylanscandybar.com
Spider Hair Clips from the Paper Source
You and your little one will love these Spider Hair Clips from the Paper Source. Plan and mommy-daughter matching day, or rock these hair clips all by yourself. This accessory is sure to add some Halloween spookiness to your outfit! $4.95, papersource.com
Terrain Velvet Pumpkin
Scatter this subtle hint of Halloween happiness all over your apartment. Terrain’s hand stitched Velvet Pumpkin, complete with a metal stem, comes in three festive colors: beige, orange, and pale coral. This rustic décor will give your house the perfect autumn ambiance. $18, shopterrain.com
Land of Nod Halloween Party Collection
This Party Collection from Land of Nod has everything you need to make your Halloween celebration as spooky and fun as possible. The kit features black cat napkins and plates, a cupcake kit, bat cups, ghost napkins, Halloween garland, spider plates, hanging skeletons, and a balloon set. Now all you need is a scary costume! $5.50-$20, landofnod.com
Old Navy Hello Kitty Graphic Halloween Tee for Toddler
Your toddler will adore this Graphic Halloween Tee by Gap. Featuring Hello Kitty wrapped up like a mummy, this hip tee is sure to get your toddler exited for Halloween. The t-shirt is slightly fitted and hits below the waist. $12, oldnavy.gap.com
Sugarfina Pumpkin Pie Caramels
It’s time to ditch the bite sized candy bars and grab a bag full of Pumpkin Pie Caramels to pop in your mouth when a candy craving hits. Take a minute to indulge in the caramel, the nutmeg and the white chocolate. You can add these caramels to your list of must-try-pumpkin cuisine this Fall. Plus, Sugarfina just opened their first NYC retail location on the UES! $18, sugarfina.com
Stack the Bones Game from the Paper Source
Pile the bone blocks as high as you can! Pull out the bottom bones and stack them on top of the tower. How high can you get the tower of bones without knocking over the entire skeleton? It’s Halloween fun for the whole family, available locally at the Paper Source. $24.50, papersource.com
Pottery Barn Kids Halloween Cat Bowl
Pottery Barn Kids’ Halloween cat bowl is a must-have this holiday season. Fill it with candy, popcorn, or chips; no matter what it holds, this sleekly designed bowl is sure to delight. Your kids will love the cute design, and what’s better is the bowl is shatterproof! potterybarnkids.com
West Elm Sparkling Skull Garland
West Elm’s Skull Garland will spice up your Halloween décor! The garland is made from cardstock and decorated with white glitter; the perfect subtle sparkle to scatter throughout the house. The garland runs 72 inches long. westelm.com

CK Kids

CK Kids offers various classes and programs, including Afterschool Program, Lil Chefs, Boys Hip-Hop, Ninja Starz, Lil Artists, CK Kids Athletic Programs, Acrobatics, Dance and Drama, and Karate.&nbsp;

The Wild Center

The Wild Center, nestled within the breathtaking landscape of New York's Adirondack Park, offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature. As visitors approach the Center, they are greeted by the Adirondack Mountains towering in the distance, setting the stage for an immersive adventure. Upon entering the 34,000-square-foot exhibit hall, guests are enveloped in a world of wonder and discovery. Interactive exhibits like Planet Adirondack and Climate Solutions invite exploration, allowing visitors to delve into the rich biodiversity of the Adirondack region. The indoor experience also includes an opportunity to soar on Birdly--a one-of-a-kind VR experience. Also, get up close with an animal ambassador during one of many live animal encounters throughout the day. In addition to its indoor exhibits and programs, the Wild Center also boasts 115-acres of extensive outdoor amenities. One of the highlights in the award-winning Wild Walk. Visitors walk up a trail of bridges to the treetops of the Adirondack forest, 40 feet off the ground. Along the way, interactive exhibits provide insights into the flora and fauna that call the Adirondacks home, from songbirds to black bears. The rest of the campus features more ways to explore. Check out Patrick Dougherty&rsquo;s Stickwork sculpture, an all natural installation of woven sticks that will spark your imagination and nostalgia. Immerse yourself in Forest Music, take a naturalist-lead canoe trip, or get your roll on with Raquette River Roll, a brand-new, oversized, all-natural ball run experience opening in June 2024.

Super Soccer Stars

Soccer Stars is New York&rsquo;s most popular youth educational soccer program! With 24 years of experience under our cleats, we have positively impacted over one million kids in our local community by putting the FUN in FUNdamentals in our weekly classes and camps. At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve their soccer skills, but develop self-confidence and physical literacy, improve gross motor skills, build teamwork, and hone socialization skills. Our highly trained coaches and early childhood experts lead an age-specific curriculum with a low kid-to-coach ratio so every child gets individual attention and can grow at their own pace. Kids ages 1-12+ can join our seasonal programs, including Parent &amp; Me, FUNdamentals, Development Training, and Travel Soccer. Join us at one of over 80 locations in neighborhoods across across Westchester County, Connecticut and New York, available 7 days-a-week: Connecticut: <ul> <li>Cos Cob</li> <li>Greenwich</li> <li>Port Chester</li> </ul> &nbsp; Westchester: <ul> <li>Briarcliff</li> <li>Eastchester</li> <li>Mt. Kisco</li> <li>New Rochelle</li> <li>Ridgefield</li> <li>Scarsdale</li> <li>White Plains</li> </ul> &nbsp; New York City: <ul> <li>Bronx</li> <li>Inwood</li> <li>Upper West Side</li> <li>Upper East Side</li> </ul> &nbsp; Can&rsquo;t find a class or location that fits your schedule? Soccer Stars also offers private classes for small groups or individual training. Let our coaches come to you with a completely customizable program, anytime, anywhere. Birthday parties are also available!&nbsp;