Halloween is right around the corner, and it’s time to get ready for all the fun that comes with it! Dig out the costumes, carve those pumpkins, stock up on candy and get the porch ready for trick-or-treaters. Whether you’re planning a spooky night out, heading to a Halloween party or staying home to see who shows up at your door, there’s something fun about the excitement leading up to Halloween. Here’s hoping for good weather, lots of creative costumes and plenty of treats for everyone.

Take a look at what’s happening around town:

The Cochecton Youth Commission will be holding its annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31 at 11 a.m. This fun Halloween event is open to Cochecton youth only, and sign-ups are required to participate. The Youth Commission is also looking for volunteers to decorate their trunks and help make the event extra special for local kids. Anyone interested in volunteering a trunk can call or text Heather at 845/796-6976.

The Delaware Valley Opera has a great lineup of live music planned for November at its Lake Huntington, NY venue, with three performances featuring talented singer-songwriters from a variety of musical backgrounds.

The month kicks off on Saturday, November 7, with Rupert Wates performing from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. A multi-award-winning singer-songwriter, Wates combines unforgettable songs with virtuosic guitar playing. His music draws from folk, jazz and classical influences, creating a style that is uniquely his own. Known for songs that are witty, thoughtful and moving, Wates has spent years performing on the road and connecting with audiences through his music.

On Saturday, November 14, Davey O. takes the stage from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Buffalo, NY-born singer-songwriter has been described as a songwriter with a journalist’s eye for detail and a poet’s ear for language. His Americana-inspired music explores the beauty and challenges of everyday life through carefully crafted songs and stories. With a warm voice and engaging performance style, Davey O. brings an intimate, thoughtful approach to the stage.

The weekend continues Sunday, November 15, when Jesse Ruben performs from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Ruben is a singer-songwriter who recently moved to Atlanta after spending the last 15 years in Brooklyn. His music has been featured on more than 75 million streams, and his song “This Is Why I Need You” has reached the top 10 in 12 different countries. His songs have also been featured on television programs including “One Tree Hill,” “Pretty Little Liars” and “Teen Mom.”

Tickets for each performance cost $20 in advance or $26 at the door. Delaware Valley Opera is located at 6692 State Rte. 52 in Lake Huntington. For tickets and additional information, visit myrivertickets.com or call 845/887-3083. With three different artists taking the stage over two weekends, November offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy live music close to home.

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