Esperance FD Celebrates Halloween - Upcoming Event Preview

By Heather Skinner

ESPERANCE —The Esperance Volunteer Fire Department has offered a free, fun, and safe way families can celebrate Halloween and their open house for over 4 years now. 

Angela Burman (Secretary/Treasurer/Auxiliary Director) said that during the evening of October 31st they had over 150 visitors and, “We served-cider donuts, cider, goblin eye juice, soda floats, hamburgers, hot dogs and lots of fun with lots of music!” They also offered fire bags for adults and Burman credited Dairy Carnival for their candy donations. 

Volunteers put a lot of time, effort, and thought into shopping and preparations to make this event happen and Burman expressed, “We thank our Members for their support  - it takes a village!”

There is consideration to add even more activities during next year’s Halloween at the Esperance Fire Department including crafts, games, and a costume contest. 

Burman shared that there are many ways you can support the fire department; “First and foremost come join us either as a firefighter, Rescue Squad, support or Auxiliary!” Attending their events is another great way to show support and they have lots more exciting events coming up!

The Esperance Volunteer Fire Department is located at 115 Church Street and you can follow Esperance Fire and Rescue Squad on Facebook for updates. There will be more information as we get closer to Fish Fries for Lent and Valentine’s Day gift baskets.

November 9th from 7 AM- 11 AM they will be offering a Pancake Breakfast of pancakes, french toast, waffles, eggs, sausage, and sausage gravy by donation (cash and Venmo accepted.)

Christmas in Esperance will be Saturday, December 20th. Start your day enjoying Breakfast with Santa from 8 AM - 11 AM. Local vendors will be present from 1 PM -7 PM, there will also be an Esperance FD Auxiliary Bake Sale, and Santa will return for the 5 PM annual tree lighting. All day long there will be complimentary coffee, hot cocoa, warm cider, and kids will be able to participate in activities like decorating sugar cookies and making crafts.

If you live within 2 miles of the Village of Esperance, make sure to stop by the Esperance Village Hall by the 14th of December, where entry forms to enter the 8th annual Holiday House Decorating contest are available. Judging will be conducted the night before Christmas in Esperance and winners will be announced during the 5 PM tree lighting on December 20th. The prize for the Best Overall category will be a $100 Visa gift card, and $25 Visa gift cards will be awarded for Most Creative, Most Traditional, and Best Door.

Their Christmas in the Village of Esperance Facebook event page shows, “We are in need of Vendors!!! Please reach out to Angela to get your spot today!” Burman also encourages community participation and would like to hear ideas you may have for future events. Reach out at 518-487-9214 with your ideas and/or to secure your 10x10 space to set up your own table as a Christmas in Esperance vendor.

Candy donated by Dairy Carnival, photo supplied by Angela Burman.

“Support Your Local Fire & EMS Volunteers.” Firefighter, Rescue Squad, support and Auxiliary volunteers welcome! Attend their upcoming events, consider sending a note to show appreciation, and thank you to Angela Burman for this photo and Esperance Volunteer Fire Department Venmo Donation QR Code where donations can be made while holidays are in full swing and any time!

Photos supplied by Angela Burman. (Left) Dalton Ward in costume as Patrick Mahomes, (middle) Finnick Castro, (right bottom) Lauren Deffer & Caroline Waddell , and (right top) the Bakers: Morgan, Brittany, Emmanuel as Oscar the Grouch, and Maxwell as Tigger.