Official 2013 Trick-or-Treat Hours and Tips for Lisle

There's still three weeks left until Halloween, but the Village of Lisle has already posted the following trick-or-treat tips on the official Village website:

Downtown Lisle Trick-or-Treat hours are Saturday, October 26 between noon and 3 pm. Lisle Neighborhood Trick-or-Trick hours are Thursday, October 31, between 3 and 8 pm.

The Lisle Police Department has provided the following recommendations to ensure a fun and safe Halloween experience for all:

• Residences participating in the Trick-or-Treat Program should leave porch lights on. 
• Parents or a trusted adult should accompany young children Trick-or-Treating. Older children can go with friends. 
• Only approach homes that have porch lights on during Trick-or-Treat hours.
• Stay within familiar neighborhoods.
• Use face paint instead of masks for improved visibility.
• Ensure costumes are flame resistant.
• Make sure costumes fit property to avoid trips and falls.
• Costumes should be light colored; add reflective tape to dark colored costumes.
• Accept only wrapped treats (parents please inspect all treats prior to eating.
• Begin Trick-or-Treating during the day, but bring a flashlight in case of delays.
• Never enter any home without parents’ permission.
• Report any suspicious activity or incidents to parents and Lisle police.