1. Did you know if you wear a costume apple picking at Tougas Family Farm, you get a free sugar pumpkin? It's true and says so on the Facebook page. For other Halloween events in the MetroWest region, check out our Patch Halloween Guide.
2. Last week, we saw your pumpkin photos. This week, we are looking for your pets. In costumes. In the third Picture of the Week contest, we are inviting readers to upload the best photos they've taken of their dressed-up pet.
3. The American Red Cross is collecting blood today in a blood drive hosted by the Rotary Club at Church of the Nativity. Do your part. It's quick, easy (for most) and helps a lot of people.
4. You could win $5,000 just for having the best Halloween costume around. You're going to dress up anyway, so why not enter it in the Patch contest? It's easy.
5. It's finally the finals—in karaoke-tonight at the Celtic Tavern. Cheer on the best of the best, who are singing their butts off for cash prizes.
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