Trick or Treaters Lining the Streets of Maiden. Photo Courtesy of Marian Lytle.

Excitement is brewing in Maiden as Halloween approaches. Our small town is renowned for drawing in trick-or-treaters from across Catawba County and further afield and bringing smiles to the faces of droves of children. Homeowners along Main Street have been bearing the financial burden of providing candy every year, a weight that is becoming more difficult to carry as grocery prices continue to rise.

Trick or Treaters Lining the Streets of Maiden. Photo Courtesy of Marian Lytle.
Trick or Treaters Lining the Streets of Maiden. Photo Courtesy of Marian Lytle.

In response to this challenge, local resident Ashlyn Murphy is rallying townsfolk together again this year for another candy donation drive. In 2023, with the support of Piedmont Hardware and generous members of our community, she was successful in collecting what can only be described as a small mountain of candy! The sweet treats were then distributed to homes along Main Street and neighboring areas who participate in Maiden’s annual Halloween festivities. The generous response from the community was met with heartfelt gratitude from participating homeowners.

A sampling of the candy collected by Ms. Murphy and Piedmont Hardware. Photo Courtesy of Ashlyn Murphy
A sampling of the candy collected by Ms. Murphy and Piedmont Hardware. Photo Courtesy of Ashlyn Murphy

This year, her goal is to continue this tradition and ensure that Halloween remains a delightful experience for all attendees. Residents who live on roads with fewer trick-or-treaters who still wish to contribute to the holiday spirit can donate candy to the cause.

Where to drop off your donations:

Candy can be dropped off at Piedmont Hardware, at 10 East Main St. during regular business hours.

Piedmont Hardware Store in downtown Maiden
Piedmont Hardware Store in downtown Maiden

We are looking forward to celebrating Halloween thanks to the spooky spirit of generosity inherent in our community and the hard work of Ms Murphy and Piedmont Hardware! 🎃🍬🍭

Maiden NC News - School Supply Drive 2024

In: Around Town

Maiden School Supply Drive sponsored by Maiden Police and Maiden Fire Departments.

Maiden Police and Maiden Fire are teaming up again this year to collect school supplies.

Donation collection buckets have been conveniently placed in the Maiden Police Department, Maiden Town Hall, Maiden Fire Department, Maiden Dollar General, and Maiden Family Dollar Stores.

Donations can be dropped off between July 15th and August 15th.