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GCP&T hosts first “Pumpkin Glow” at Russ Nature Reserve in Beavercreek

Celebrate Autumn at Greene County Parks & Trails’ annual “Pumpkin Glow,” from 7 to 10 p.m., Friday, Oct. 26, and Saturday, Oct. 27, at Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Rd., Beavercreek.

Families will be able to enjoy hundreds of carved pumpkins on display, funny pumpkin faces, pumpkin displays as well as the popular pumpkin slingshot.

Families are encouraged to come in Halloween costumes as they trick-or-treat their way through the pumpkin glow display.

The first 100 kids each night will receive a free pumpkin sling bag.

The Glen Helen Raptor Center will present a program featuring live owls on Friday, Oct. 26; a Rock on Ice pumpkin carving demonstration will be featured Saturday, Oct. 27.

A local food vendor will offer kettle popcorn, beverages and more for a nominal fee while Halloween music will fill the air.

The event is free and open the public.

For more information, call Greene County Parks & Trails at 937.562.6440, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit www.gcparkstrails.com.