WHAT: Eighth annual free Halloween Monster Mash, a collaborative community service event sponsored by Rutgers University Residence Life on the George H. Cook Campus of Rutgers University. This year is anticipated to be the largest yet, with activities taking place in the gymnasium and racquetball courts as well as a large activity tent outside.
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 28, 6 to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Cook/Douglass Recreation Center Gymnasium, 50 Biel Road, New Brunswick. Parking with shuttle transportation to the C/D Recreation Center will be in lot 98 B on College Farm Road. Visiting families should look for the large tent next to the Recreation Center as well.
BACKGROUND: Hosted by Rutgers University Residence Life, the Halloween Monster Mash is a community outreach event that provides an alternative trick-or-treat experience to elementary school children in New Brunswick, Piscataway and Highland Park. Various student organizations at Rutgers set up activities tables for the young visitors and reward their efforts with treats. Activities include pumpkin painting, crafts, costume contest, and relay races. Last year, over 1,000 people participated in the event.
Media Contact: Paula Walcott-Quintin
848-932-4204
E-mail: quintin@aesop.rutgers.edu
