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If I leave my candy out, how do I stop people from stealing it?

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You really can't. Perhaps you could post a sign saying "Only 2 pieces! Other trick-or-treaters are coming!"

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What candy should not be given out?

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Homemade candy (unless you're giving it to someone you know very well), or anything that was already opened up or has holes or rips in it. The safest candy to give out is store-bought candy in its original, sealed packaging without any damage.

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Can you give out Sour Patch Kids?

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Sure! Sour Patch Kids are a very popular candy, especially with those who don't like chocolate or peanut butter. Make sure the Sour Patch Kids are in their original, untorn packaging.

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Is it okay if you tell a kid no if they take too much?

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Yes, if you're polite. Just tell them you want to save enough for other kids!

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Is it worth it to spend a lot of money on good-quality candy?

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Maybe not. Kids don't really care that much, although they do tend to like the name brands more.

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What happens if someone steals all my candy and runs? Do I chase them?

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That might be risky. If you don't have extra candy available, turn off your porch light and call it a night.

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How do you tell if someone is giving out candy?

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They will have their porch light on, and they may have Halloween decorations. Be polite instead of getting angry if they don't have candy.

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What time is trick or treating?

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It typically starts at (or before) dusk and lasts until 8:00 or 9:00.

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What if someone is spreading rumors that people are giving out hard drugs disguised as candy?

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If you have any hard information about this (not mere rumors), contact your local police.

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How much candy should I pass out on Halloween night?

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You should prepare 2-3 big bags of candy beforehand. If each trick-or-treater is given one or two pieces of candy, the candy will last the entire night.

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Would it be OK to turn off your lights at 8 or 830 pm?

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Sure. You decide when to stop handing out candy. There will still be other houses the kids can go to for a while later.

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Do most kids accept lollipops if they have a peanut butter/chocolate allergy?

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Many will. Have a big variety of flavors so every kid will be satisfied.

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What are the most common food allergies regarding candy?

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The most common candy allergies are peanuts (basically any nuts), wheat/gluten, and dairy.

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What time is trick or treating?

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It typically begins around dusk (as it's getting dark) and ends around 9 pm (maybe a little later).

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Do I have to let them pick their own candy or can I put it in their bags?

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Either way is fine. If you want, you can make goodie bags for the trick-or-treaters and put the same items in each bag.

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How do you make sure there is no poison in the candy?

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Check the candy after you're done trick-or-treating. Watch for discoloring, unusual smells, or something else bad you don't recognize. Poisoned candy will noticeably taste, smell, and look different to normal candy. Also look out for wrappers with damage or that look as if they've already been opened. Remember this rhyme: When in doubt, throw it out.

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How do I know if a kid has a food allergy?

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Ask them, or the kid's guardian if the kid is too young to speak. Have a variety of candy types on hand so every kid gets something. If they have a teal bucket, this could also show they have an allergy.

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