10/31/2026
I am physically drained, my feet hurt, and I could probably sleep until Tuesday. But I can’t stop smiling.
For two days in a row downtown Angola has been full of people, energy, and life. Neighbors catching up, kids running around the square, families laughing and making memories. It makes me happy to see our downtown being enjoyed like this.
Today we had a food truck, music, an amazing group of cars from the Pharoah's Car Club, and a green hearse brought by a wonderful community member. The Police and Fire Departments had trucks and cars for people to pose with and passed out candy, too! Along with the Sheriff’s Department's SWAT truck, there was plenty for the kids—and some of us adults—to get excited about.
Photo opportunities were everywhere and ya'll passed out enough candy to keep half the county awake tonight. You’re welcome, parents. 😂🍬
This is why we put in the hours. To bring people together, support our downtown, and give our community something fun to be part of. Seeing everyone show up makes those tired feet worth it.
A special thank-you to our Main Street Executive Director, Khelly Adams, and my Vice President, Taylor Kerner. They’re the sounding board for all the crazy ideas we throw around, and I’m grateful for their patience, honesty, and willingness to help make things happen. Every “hear me out” needs a good team behind it. 😂 And thank you to the rest of our Main Street board for your help, input, and time. It takes all of us to bring these events to life, and I appreciate what each of you brings to the table.
And a HUGE thank-you to our downtown business owners. Year after year, you open your doors to the kids in our community and give them a safe, welcoming place to trick-or-treat. That takes time, money, and a whole lot of candy, and we appreciate you.
Thank you to everyone who set up for trunk-or-treat and all our sponsors. Especially Meijer, who came through with a whole PALLET of candy. You understood the assignment! 🎃
And apparently theres no rest for the wicked, because the weekend isn’t over yet!
Tomorrow at Elemento, we’re gathering for Día de los Mu***os. Join us in the community meeting room from 12–4 for paper flower making, sugar skull painting, traditional breads, hot chocolate, and coffee. Take a moment to visit our community altar, too, and remember the people whose love we still carry with us. 🧡🌼
The shop will be open our regular Sunday hours, 12–5.
Come spend some time with us. We hope to see you there. And thank you, Angola, for giving us so many reasons to keep doing what we do. ❤️