Calling all superheroes, princesses, and pirates! Samaritan and St. Mary’s hospitals in Troy are holding the fourth annual “Trunk or Treat” event from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, October 26.
Taking place on the ground floor of the Samaritan Hospital parking garage (2215 Burdett Ave., Troy; entrance on Eagle St. between Burdett Ave. & 17th St.), the event offers a safe place for children to participate in trick-or-treating prior to other Halloween activities.
The event is organized by Samaritan and St. Mary’s Healthy Future, Healthy Troy campaign.
During Trunk or Treat, children walk around the parking garage and trick-or-treat from the decorated trunks of vehicles. Samaritan and St. Mary’s hospital staff, local community organizations, as well as local agencies such as fire and police departments, will be participating. First responders are on site handing out candy from their vehicles. Hospital staff is donating candy and treats, as well as non-food items as an allergy-friendly option.
Trunk or Treat started in 2015, after the completion of the new $10 million parking garage at Samaritan Hospital. The event is free and open to children 13 years of age and under, who must be accompanied by an adult.
The Healthy Future, Healthy Troy campaign helps to showcase the work being done as part of St. Peter’s Health Partners’ $99 million Troy Master Facilities Plan, which aims to transform healthcare in Troy, Rensselaer County, and surrounding communities.
Volunteers are needed before, during, and after the event to help with set-up, logistics, and clean-up.
If you are interested in donating or having a trunk, please contact Elaine Serafini at Elaine.Serafini@sphp.com.
