‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’: A Hit That Initially Unnerved Disney
The filmmakers look back on its 30th anniversary and recall how uncomfortable it made executives. They didn’t expect the celebrations around it today.
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Paddle Boarders in Witch Costumes Welcome Halloween
Every October, hundreds of revelers in witch costumes float on lakes and bays, ponds and harbors. Instead of brooms, they opt for paddle boards.
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Halloween is Busy for This Professional Pumpkin Carver
Adam Bierton is allergic to pumpkins, but that doesn’t stop him from carving dozens each fall, the most of intricate of which can cost $5,000.
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Tompkins Square Dog Parade Draws Thousands After Near Cancellation
After almost being canceled because of financial constraints, about 15,000 people and more than 600 pups turned out for the annual parade on Saturday — nearly doubling last year’s attendance.