A haunted castle, 650 fellow gouls and goblins, killer live dance band, fabulous prizes and a great cause -- the 4th Annual Great Pumpkin Charity Ball is going to be the best ever! Get your tickets now or forever dig your grave. Net proceeds this year go to the Ottawa chapter of the Canadian Cancer Society and the Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing.

• GRAND PRIZE: TBD
• Live Band: 52 Gigs Rock’n’roll Dance Band and DJ "Sound Syndicate"
• Big Party: 650 people; 2 levels -- sweet!
• Theme: "Anything Goes" and we mean "Anything Goes"
• Costume Prizes: Prizes for best, funny, sexy and scary costume
• Games: Play and win!!
• Cool Stuff: 50/50draw, Snacky-Snacks, Sovenier Photo Booth
  by Janna Glenn Photograpy; Tarot card readings by Dragon's Dream
  (153 York St. 613-1638)
• Tickets: $20 or $30 at the door (Don't wait --this event always sells out)
• Venue: St. Brigid's, 310 St. Patrick St. at Cumberland in the Byward Market
  -- new home of the Ottawa Celtic Society.
• The Only Rule: DO NOT STAND ON THE PEWS (St. Brigid owners request)
• Booze: Cash Bar (cheap drinks; must be 19 or over to attend)
• Drive You AND Your Vehicle Home: Responsible Choice 613-248-0444.