DOWNEY - Children and their families are invited to the annual pumpkin patch on Halloween from 5-9 p.m. in the backlot of the Barbara J. Riley Community and Senior Center.Admission is free and the event will include free carnival games, a costume contest for kids and adults, glow walk and free food and drinks to all in attendance. The event is co-sponsored by the city of Downey, Optimist Club and Soroptimist International of Downey. "This is a great family event and provides for a fun and safe alternative to walking the streets," city officials said in a statement.

********** Published: October 28, 2010 - Volume 9 - Issue 28