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[stoutfellow]

Here in Edwardsville, there is a parade downtown on Halloween, and - apparently - most parents take their children. As a result, Halloween itself is not much of a trick-or-treat day. The custom has been that children go out trick-or-treating on October 30. Last night, though, was rainy, so the city strongly suggested that children go out on November 1 - tomorrow - instead.

Had the ToT taken place last night, I couldn't have participated; I don't get home until after 8:30 on Wednesdays. Friday, though, my only class is 2:00-2:50, so I'll be home by midafternoon. I'll have to stock up on candy today or tomorrow.

I won't comment on the unmooring of celebrations from their roots.