It's Halloween and we're all gearing up for a night of world-class decorations and trick-or-treating in Briers North!
You won't see anything on the news (several news agencies have been turned away already) so if you're going to visit for Halloween, here's the 411.
Some information for you if you are planning to join us:
- Halloween is ALWAYS and ONLY celebrated on October 31st. Rain or Shine! For 2012, this will be on a Wednesday.
- The passing out of candy begins at 6:00pm and stops at 9:00pm. No one is admitted to the subdivision after 8:30pm.
- We start closing the subdivision to automobile traffic at 5:45pm and we do not reopen until 9:30pm. There is NO parking inside Briers North subdivision. If you park outside, please do so legally. The North Peachtree Baptist Church (corner of Tilly Mill & Peeler) is accepting donations for the use of their parking lot for anyone wishing to park there (proceeds being given to the Boy Scouts).
- Trick-or-treating in Briers North on Halloween is AT YOUR OWN RISK. This is a public event on public streets and is NOT sponsored by any association or group. Briers North assumes no liability or responsibility for visitors.
If you enjoyed Halloween in Briers North in the past, or plan to visit this year, please consider giving a small donation. Donations help to make this a SAFE event for everyone and are gratefully received!
- NO pets are allowed during this time (they get scared and some of the children get scared!)
There is something for everyone here. Kids, adults, whoever. For the local curmudgeon who isn't happy unless they are complaining about something, we have Code Violation Bingo. Lots of unauthorized construction going on so you'll rack up your bingo in no time. The free star in the center of the card is the outhouse on my front lawn.
But seriously folks....
My neighborhood is proud to welcome so many visitors from so many places this night. Everyone is a knight, or a princess, or whoever they want to be regardless of their walk of life. You learn a lot about people and more about yourself when you show hospitality to people you normally don't encounter. I ran across this piece on Facebook recently. Please give these words some serious thought if you are tempted to get frustrated with Halloween celebrations and encountering people you are not accustomed to.
With Halloween upon us, please keep in mind, a lot of little people will be visiting your home.
Be accepting. The child who is grabbing more than one piece of candy may have poor fine motor skills. The child who takes forever to pick out one piece of candy may have motor planning issues. The child who does not say "trick-or-treat" or "thank you" may be non-verbal. The child who looks disappointed when they see your bowl may have an allergy. The child who isn't wearing a costume at all might have a sensory issue (SPD) or autism.
Be nice. Be patient. It's EVERYONE'S Halloween.
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One final note:
We know that many like to come by the neighborhood and see the decoration before Halloween. Briers North Drive is a public street so anyone may travel it at any time. (We get that question a lot!) The "posted" speed limit is 25 MPH. (There isn't a sign, but according to the city, that's the limit.) 20MPH max is better. PLEASE be careful of the increased pedestrians on the street this time of year - both residents and other visitors - while enjoying the decor. Happy Halloween!
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