Halloween weekend events and local hockey in Lanark County

Friday, October 30

Live-scored screening of Dracula

Friday, October 30 | 7:30 p.m.

St. Paul’s United Church, 25 Gore Street, Perth

The original 1931 black-and-white vampire film Dracula, starring Bela Lugosi, comes to life with a live musical score composed by local musician Mark Bailey. A six-piece ensemble will perform during the screening.

Tickets cost $25 and are available through TicketsPlease.ca or for cash purchase at the door.

Beckwith Community Halloween Party

Friday, October 30 | 6 to 8 p.m.

Beckwith Park, 1319 9th Line

Families can enjoy a haunted house, pumpkin carving contest, crafts, pumpkin bowling, trick-or-treating, games and more.

Donations are accepted at the door, and volunteers are welcome. For more information, call 613-257-1539, extension 210, or email events@twp.beckwith.on.ca.

Dinner and Trivia Night

Friday, October 30

Perth Legion, 26 Beckwith Street East, Perth

Enjoy dinner and trivia at the Perth Legion. For more information, contact Cassie at 613-464-1122.

Witches and Wizards Ball

Friday, October 30 | 7 p.m.

Merrickville Community Centre

The Witches and Wizards Ball offers an evening of Halloween fun, including a tarot card reader and other activities.

For more information, email ygrandmaitre@gmail.com.

Lanark Highlands Youth Centre Haunted House

Friday, October 30

Lanark Highlands Youth Centre, 61 Princess Street, Lanark

The Haunted House continues with two scare levels to choose from. A family fun zone with crafts, games and more is also available Friday.

Admission is by a suggested $5 donation supporting youth programming. Tickets are available at lhyci.ca or at the door.

Saturday, October 31

Hopetown Recreation Committee bake sale

Saturday, October 31 | 7 a.m. to noon

Hopetown Community Centre, 5633 Highway 511

The Hopetown Recreation Committee hosts a bake sale, with donations accepted at the centre Saturday morning. To pre-order pies, call Glenna Stewart at 259-5744.

Proceeds support the upkeep of the Hopetown Community Centre.

Halloween fun night with Leeds County OPP

Saturday, October 31 | 4 to 7 p.m.

Leeds County OPP detachment, 4109 County Road 29, Brockville

Families are invited to bring children in costume to collect candy and take photos with officers in a homemade cell setting. The free event takes place in the detachment’s front lobby.

Haunted Halloween Party at CC’s on the Rideau

Saturday, October 31

CC’s on the Rideau, Rideau Ferry

The Halloween party features themed food and drinks, costumes, prizes and live music by Country Rocks starting at 7 p.m.

Admission is $10.

Free Halloween Hot Dog Night

Saturday, October 31 | 4:30 to 9 p.m.

Merrickville Community Centre

Merrickville firefighters host a free Halloween event for children and families, with hot dogs, drinks and treats. Costumes are encouraged.

The Cars tribute concert

Saturday, October 31

Farrell Hall, 186 Gore Street, Perth

Canada’s first-place tribute to The Cars takes the stage for a Halloween concert. The show was rescheduled from June 13, and previously purchased tickets will be honoured. Early-bird tickets are available for this age-of-majority event.

Perth Farmers’ Market Harvest Market

Saturday, October 31

Crystal Palace and Market Square, Perth

Shop local produce, handcrafted goods, artisan creations, baked treats and seasonal favourites while supporting area farmers and makers.

Local junior hockey

Local teams are scheduled for several games over the weekend. Fans are encouraged to confirm game times and venues before heading to the rink, as schedules can change.

Central Canada Hockey League

Smiths Falls Bears

Friday, October 30 | 7:30 p.m.

The Smiths Falls Bears host the Navan Grads at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre.

Carleton Place Canadians

Friday, October 30 | 7:30 p.m.

The Carleton Place Canadians visit the Kemptville 73’s at the North Grenville Municipal Centre.

Saturday, October 31 | 7:30 p.m.

The Canadians visit the Ottawa Jr. Senators at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre in Ottawa.

Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League

Carleton Place Jr. Canadians

Friday, October 30 | 7:30 p.m.

The Carleton Place Jr. Canadians visit the Arnprior Packers at the Nick Smith Centre in Arnprior.

Saturday, October 31 | 7:30 p.m.

The Jr. Canadians host the Glengarry Brigade at the Carleton Place Arena.

Perth Blue Wings

Friday, October 30 | 7:30 p.m.

The Perth Blue Wings host the Brockville Tikis at the Perth and District Community Centre.