BENDIGONIANS are gearing up to celebrate the scariest night of the year, with Halloween on Friday.
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FroCreations has put a charitable spin of its public party, with all money raised going to Righteous Pups.
Righteous Pups is a non-for-profit organisation which raises and trains assistance dogs to help children and adults with disabilities and act as companion dogs for the elderly and socially isolated.
Each dog costs almost $30,000 to raise and train at no cost to the families.
The business is hosting a family-friendly costume party from 5.30pm to 7.30pm, while an event for adults will be on from 9.30pm. Both are on at the shop in Fountain Court, Bendigo.
Organiser Michael Clarkson said at the end of the adult event participants would walk to The Perch nightclub to promote awareness of Righteous Pups.
He said he expected about 150 people to attend both Halloween events.
Righteous Pups is a Bendigo organisation. It has done so much great work in the community.
- Michael Clarkson
"We have 60 confirmed on Facebook but lots of mums have been coming in and saying they are going to come. We are expecting a lot of people," he said.
Mr Clarkson said he had a personal connection with Righteous Pups.
"I have known about Righteous Pups for a long time. My family have been involved," he said.
"We want to raise as many funds as we can but it's also about raising awareness.
"Righteous Pups is a Bendigo organisation. It has done so much great work in the community."
Righteous Pups managing director Joanne Baker said urged the community to back the good cause.
She said a few of the puppies would trick for a treat for a gold coin donation during the event.
"This Halloween Righteous Pups will be teaming up with FroCreations for a unique spin on trick or treat. At FroCreations a Righteous Pup will happily trick for a treat," she said.
"To enjoy some laughter, put a smile on a kid in costume and have some fun come to FroCreations - where the best ice-cream creations can be found."
The event will include games, face painting, Halloween-inspired food and costume competitions.
For more information, visit www.countrycakesfrocreations.vpweb.com.au
Alternatively, visit the Bendigo Halloween 2014 or Halloween walk Bendigo on Facebook.
Mr Clarkson said the event would not be possible without Red Fox Party, Signmob, Mr Good Times, Bendigo Party Hire and The Perch nightclub.