4 Halloween myths that simply aren’t true

It’s October and the Halloween Myths are circulating around again. There’s a lot of spooky and even ridiculous things that people believe about Halloween. While the jury is still out on whether Pennywise actually walks around in our storm drains, there are a few things that aren’t true. 

Myth number 1

People are poisoning your candy. Despite claims of poison, razor blades and LSD being planted in candy over the years, there has only been one proven case of candy poisoning and that was back in 1974. 

Halloween Myth number 2

Black cats are in danger of being killed or sacrificed. The ASPCA says, “while it is true that animals too often become the victims of holiday pranks and cruelty, there is no reason to believe that witches are involved, so this Halloween Myth is debunked..

Jack -O- Lanterns Myth number 3

Halloween is all about pumpkins. Halloween historian, Nicholas Rogers, says jack-o-lanterns were initially carved from turnips, with a candle put inside to represent a soul trapped in purgatory. 

Sleepy Hollow Halloween Myth number 4

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is a Halloween story. It’s not. Washington Irving’s novel never mentioned Halloween at all. The holiday wasn’t even widely celebrated at the time. Although it is fair to say a headless horseman is terrifying no matter what the season. 

Stay safe and enjoy your Halloween Season!