I think Halloween is one of my favorite times of the year. I love ghost stories, pumpkin picking, and playing dress-up (even though I’m 26 years old!).
                If you’re anything like me and want to cram as much ghoulish excitement into the month of October as possible, then be sure to check out the Cajun Halloween event at Becks’s (located inside the Reading Terminal Market). Beck’s will be hosting a special event for kids and adults alike on Saturday, October 30th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This fun and informative celebration will combine ancient Cajun traditions and a hint of voodoo magic for a truly unique experience.
                Kent Courtney, a singer and storyteller, will play the role of the entertaining and musical pirate Jean Lafitte, who will be sure to send chills down your spine with his strange tales of Louisiana bayous.
                Guests will also be introduced to the Swamp Man (known to Cajuns as the Tainted Keitre), the Voodoo Lady, and a barrage of skeletons and zombies! The kiddies can enjoy free mask-making lessons and a costume contest.
            Beck’s will also be offering up delicious samplings of Cajun and Creole favorites, including beignets, jambalaya, dirty rice and a giant cauldron of gumbo. There will also be an eating contest, so come with an empty stomach! And the event is all for a good cause! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity to assist with the important task of rebuilding the Crescent City.
         Don’t dare miss this spook-tacular event! For more information please visit www.beckscajuncafe.com.