Free family-friendly alternative to trick or treating

Seven area churches to host a safe and fun alternative event to trick-or-treating at Kenan Center.

On Monday Oct. 31, seven community churches (The Chapel at Lockport, Grace Chapel, Friendship Baptist, Lockport Christian Church, Faith Tabernacle, Salvation Army and Victory Christian Church) unite to host an annual event called "Hallelujah Night" for children up to sixth grade. The event will take place at the Kenan Center Arena, located at 433 Locust St., Lockport.

This event will provide a safe, fun and family-friendly environment for children. There will be carnival-like game booths, bounce houses, live entertainment, giveaways, and tons of candy for each child. This event is free and open to all children up to sixth grade and accompanied by a guardian.

For more information, call 716-625-9300 or visit the group Facebook page under Hallelujah Night.

When:  Oct. 31, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Kenan Center Arena, 433 Locust St., Lockport, N.Y. 14094

What: Carnival-like game booths, giveaways, concessions, live entertainment, and plenty of candy for each child

Why: Provide a safe, fun, and family-friendly alternative to Halloween for children

Who: 7 area churches and families and all children up to sixth grade (accompanied by an adult)