MEDIA RELEASE
Date: 05 October 2008
Distribution: For immediate release
From: Light Party Incorporated
Halloween alternative growing in popularity overseas
Light Party Inc., a Christian organisation that encourages and supports groups to run a positive alternative to trick or treating at Halloween, is becoming more and more popular overseas. There are currently over 120 Light Party™ Events registered and 45 of these are being held in Great Britain!
Wendy Reid, creator of the original Light Party™ says that the website is a great help to smaller churches who can make use of the resources when they register their events.
"The Light Party™ brand has built up a great following and is now a credible alternative to trick or treating at Halloween," says Wendy. "We're hopeful that a wider variety of groups will join the Light Party™ family and offer a positive, safe, family celebration on October 31."
Light Party™ has supported and encouraged those who host Light Party™ Events since the website was set up.
Last year Light Party Inc. helped over 200 churches and groups to run Light Party™ Events in New Zealand as well as a large number from overseas.
"It's great to see that Great Britain has really caught on the how positive a Light Party™ can be. We are hoping that community groups and churches all over the world catch the vision to turn October 31 into a celebration of good things because the whole community needs it. Light Party™ is all about celebrating life."
Wendy has found that many parents are not happy about the negative influence and practices of Halloween. Some of them are actively looking for a positive alternative, and many are relieved when their local church or group does provide a safe, fun place for children to bring their friends and family.
"Traditions and celebrations are important," she says. "Let's enjoy one that's positive and builds relationships in the community."
"One of the most satisfying things for me in helping encourage groups to run their own Light Party™ events has been the fantastic feedback from everyone involved," Managing Director, Dennis Smith says. "We have amazing feedback from both Light Party™ Hosts and Light Party™ Guests, who are all so grateful that we have encouraged and helped them with their Light Party™ Event."
Light Party Inc provides resources, support, networking, branding and marketing for groups that are Light Party™ Members.
"I'm hoping that those who regularly hold a Light Party™ Event will register each year and help those who are registering for the first time. That way we're all part of making the team stronger by sharing ideas and encouragement!" says Wendy.
Light Party™ Members are responsible for and conduct their own Light Party™ Events and use the Light Party™ name and resources as they wish.
Registration is online at www.lightparty.org.nz
Media Contacts:
New Zealand
Wendy Reid
(09) 620-6986
wendy@lightparty.org.nz
International
Dennis Smith
+64 9 489-2222
media@lightparty.org