Oswego families can stop by Venue 1012 to pick up a free pumpkin on Sunday, October 16 from noon to 3 p.m. Children (and adults) are encouraged to come in costume.

Venue 1012 will have a variety of autumnal displays set up for photo opportunities.

First come, first served. Limited to one pumpkin per child. 500 pumpkins will be distributed until 3 p.m. or until they run out. Oswego residents only--proof of residency required.

The Village's recommended trick-or treating hours for Halloween, Monday, October 31, are 3:30 to 8 p.m. 

If you choose not to participate in handing out treats, please turn off your porch light.

Check out these Halloween safety tips.

Listen to live music while you taste from more than 20 varieties of wine and seasonal craft beer from Oswego Brewing Co. at Wine Off the Fox presented by Xfinity on Saturday, Oct. 22 at Venue 1012. 

Girl bands Jersey Girls and Serendipity will perform at the new event to help raise awareness and benefit organizations that provide breast cancer services and support. 

Bring your own picnic or pre-order a charcuterie board from Fancy Nancy's Boards when you purchase a ticket. Local food vendors will be onsite. 

Advance tickets range from $70 for VIP to $20 general admission. Buy early for the most tasting opportunities at the best value.

Learn more and buy tickets now! 

Special thanks to Wine Off the Fox's presenting sponsor Xfinity. 

The Police Department and First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO) will host a free shred event on Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Public Works facility, 100 Theodore Drive. 

Boxes of paper will be accepted until the shred trucks are full, or 1 p.m., whichever comes first. A maximum of three large file boxes are allowed per vehicle.

Learn more about the Oct. 15 shred event. 

Sell tickets, pour wine and listen to live music on a crisp autumn day while you volunteer for Wine Off the Fox on Saturday, Oct. 22. 

You'll be helping support breast cancer support organizations with your time. And you'll receive a $30 ticket for only $10 when you volunteer. 

Sign up to volunteer for this much-anticipated event. 

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