5 Things You Need to Know Today: October 31

1. Happy Halloween! Enjoy this evening of fun and be sure to

2. Make sure to dress warm tonight if you and your children are going trick-or-treating. Forecasters are calling for party sunny skies with highs in the 50s and lows in the mid 30s.

3. In addition to an evening of trick-or-treating, many area elementary schools, including and will hold Halloween parties and parades. Check with your child's school to find out what time the parade will be held.

4. Looking for an alternative to trick-or-treating? Washington Crossing United Methodist Church is hosting . Instead of going door to door to collect candy, children will go trunk to trunk at the church’s parking lot. The outdoor event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

5. Today you'll likely be focused on passing out candy but once Halloween is over, don't forget there are people in need of wholesome meals this holiday season. Prudential Fox & Roach Realtors in Newtown in in the midst of its Thanksgiving food drive, which will continue through Nov. 21.