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The Kiwanis Club of Lake Charles kicked off its 36th Coats for Kids drive with a Halloween-themed Spooktacular event Friday night at Crying Eagle Brewing.

Family-friendly activities included a petting zoo, pony rides, slime-making center and games hosted by 10 local non-profit groups. A silent auction, Poke-the-Pumpkin raffles and music by the Julian Primeaux Band was also featured.

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