![]() This event will offer f un games, crafts and non-food treating! You’ll also have a chance to paint your own teal pumpkin. FACET’s Teal Pumpkin Party on October 29 from 10:30-11:30am.the KMB table at Freaky Friday Fright Night on October 28 from 5-7pm.Karns High School’s Ghoul at the School on October 27 from 6-8pm. FREE.Your family will have the chance to learn about bats and how these creatures help keep balance in nature. $6 per child. Bewitching Bats! at the UT Gardens on October 22 from 1-3pm.Karns Elementary School’s PTA event on October 21from 6-7:30pm. $6 per family of four for non-members.That speaks volumes about how this movement can help create and foster a safer and happier Halloween environment for all kids! If you’re interested food allergy-friendly Halloween events in the Knoxville area, check out the following (listed in chronological order): I was really excited to read that we’ve been in great company according to FARE, “Last year, households from all 50 states and 14 countries participated.” How cool is that? People the world over, in countries where Halloween is not a *thing* are participating in this project. My kids and I have been participating in the Teal Pumpkin Project for a few years (you can read about 20 here and here, respectively) and my kids have really enjoyed painting our pumpkins teal and choosing non-food goodies to share on Halloween. Most of these items are available on the cheap at dollar stores, party supply stores, or online shops. If you’re wondering what you can hand out this Halloween, check out the list below where you’ll find some fun, non-food suggestions. Teal is the color of food allergy awareness so any passerby familiar with food allergies should recognize your home as a safe place from which to collect non-candy treats. These simple gestures will speak volumes to the allergy food suffers in your community. ![]() Participating is REALLY simple: place a teal colored pumpkin in front of your residence and provide non-food treats for trick-or-treaters. According to FARE, the Project is “designed to promote safety, inclusion and respect of individuals managing food allergies – and to keep Halloween a fun, positive experience for all.” And guess what? The Project has East Tennessee roots! Its inception comes from the Food Allergy Community of East Tennessee (FACET)! Launched by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE), the Project raises awareness of food allergies during Halloween. That one simple thing is to j oin the Teal Pumpkin Project. ![]() On the contrary, much of what we can do builds a sense of community and inclusion, increases awareness of food allergies, and adds a special flare to your Halloween décor. There is ONE very simple thing you can do to ensure that every trick-or-treater who knocks on your door can enjoy the goodies you’re sharing – and it doesn’t take the fun out of celebrating Halloween. We’re two weeks away from celebrating the beloved Halloween holiday and I’d like to help you make it a happier and safer celebration for all kids.
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