November 07, 2019 - Families enjoyed a not so-spooky event featuring safe trick or treating, a family-friendly movie, an inflatable maze, a bouncy “haunted house” and information booths from 12 charitable organizations.

The event was attended by almost 700 families from across the Tampa Bay area including St Petersburg, Tampa and Clearwater residents. Local charities were hosted in decorated booths to showcase their program with parents while youngsters enjoyed the many activities available at the park.

“I had fun, it was quite an experience!” said Keith Wilkins, founder of the Seaside Seabird Sanctuary, a charity aiming at rehabilitating injured birds. “The kids loved the owls we brought along and that got the sanctuary good exposure. We run on donations so doing events like this one is really good for us.”

Joining the party were the humanitarian centers located on Fort Harrison Avenue, with programs on criminal rehabilitation, Human Rights education and drug prevention. All in a row, the centers were the perfect safe trick-or-treating spot with thousands of candies distributed that night. Each center was decorated to create a unique Halloweentown village.

The highlight of the night was the costume contest where kids and adults competed in different categories for the funniest, scariest and best costumes. All participants received a prize for their creativity.

“Halloween can easily be turned into a scary celebration” said Clemence Chevrot the Community Affairs Director for the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization. “We wanted to ensure that this event was enjoyable for all ages. We saw many families in group costumes enjoying the holiday together and creating long-lasting memories.”

In closing a feature film was shown in the park while kids and their parents and grandparents enjoyed the fruits of their trick or treating and enjoying some family time.

For more information on upcoming events please contact Clemence at clemence ( @ ) cos dot flag dot org dot

About the Church of Scientology:
The Scientology religion was founded by humanitarian and philosopher, L. Ron Hubbard. The first Church of Scientology was formed in the United States in 1954 and has expanded to more than 11,000 churches, missions and affiliated groups, with millions of members in 165 nations. Scientologists are optimistic about life and believe there is hope for a saner world and better civilization, and actively do all they can to help achieve this. The Church of Scientology regularly engages in many humanitarian programs, such as anti-drug campaigns, human rights campaigns and global education programs. To learn more, visit www.scientology.org.

The doors of The Fort Harrison, the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization’s signature retreat, are open for non-profit organizations and charities to hold their own events.

Contact Information
Clemence Chevrot
Church Of Scientology Fso
33755
Voice: 7272443956