Shoshanna the fairy poses with Fama (Elmo), while mother Oyaseye snaps a photo.
The skies parted Friday afternoon, and trick-or-treaters on the Arcata Plaza found a pleasant surprise: sunshine. Local photographer Alexander Woodard was there to capture some of the Halloween cuteness.
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David Ferney of the Arcata Playhouse poses with munchkins during the annual trick-or-treat on the Plaza.
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Jacoby Moses, left, and little sister Savannah, enjoying candy out front of Cafe Brio.
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Grace Ivers, left, and Morgan Mireles of Cafe Brio, hand out candy to 2-year-old pirate Lela Aspuria and her mom Jennifer.
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The Dragon Family, little Caelen, Fairy Princess Lael, and Poppa Dragon Gil, enjoy the plaza atmosphere.
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Pam Willey (black widow), Dan (wolverine), and Rana (Hulk), soaking up the sun on the plaza.
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Kevi from Panache, passes out 'kitty litter cake' to trick-or-treaters on the plaza Friday.
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Moss Man passes out candy to Mini Mouse Sienna Pulley and her mother Geneva at Friday's Trick-Or-Treat on the Plaza.
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Santa Clause makes a rare pre-season appearance on the Plaza Friday evening.