Everyone is invited to downtown Smithville on Oct. 31 to take part in the City of Smithville and the Smithville Police Department's "Trick or Treat Halloween Downtown" from noon - 5 p.m.

Smithville City Hall, Smithville Police Department, Justin Potter Library, some courthouse offices and downtown businesses will be passing out candy and treats. Participating locations will be marked with an orange pumpkin in their windows.

Maps listing all the offices and businesses will available at the police department and Justin Potter Library.

For more information call Beth Adcock at the Smithville Police Department at 615-597-8210 ext. 1, or check out the police department's face book page at https://www.facebook.com/SmithvillePoliceDepartment.

The Smithville-DeKalb County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a “Best Costume Contest” for downtown businesses and offices as well.

Entrants should take a picture and email it to swilliams@dekalbcountychamber.org or take a phone pic and send it to 615-464-7760 by 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 31. First, second, and third place winners will be presented a “Halloween on the Square Best Costume Award”, media recognition, and bragging rights.

The staff at the Smithville Review won the annual costume contest last year. Circuit Court Clerk Katherine Pack’s office came in second, while the crew at Dr. Starla Meigs office took third place.

The Smithville Volunteer Fire Department will also have special treats for children on Oct. 31 from 5-7 p.m. Stop by for a hot dog, candy, and a tour of the Smithville Fire Hall. Meet with Smithville Fire Chief Charlie Parker and the Smithville Fire Department Volunteers.