Local children will be offered a safe and fun way to celebrate Halloween when Linfield College students host the annual trick-or-treat tour of campus Thursday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 7 p.m.

McMinnville-area children of all ages are invited to participate in the trick-or-treat tour of participating residence halls. Linfield students will lead the tours which will begin in the Fred Meyer Lounge in Riley Hall. Costumes and candy bags are encouraged. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

The event is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the Residence Hall Executive Council. For more information, contact Andrew Frei, area director for residential experience, 503-883-5356, afrei@linfield.edu.