Costume 1: Dani Marcano dressed as the Reaper from “Children of the Corn” (or something like that).

Whatever she is, it’s frightening and shows her usual dedication to slightly unnerving characters from horror movies. Last year, she was dressed as Dr. Hannibal Lecter, and the year before that, she dressed as Samara from “The Ring.” This year’s costume involves reaping for a harvest that should probably never be mentioned unless in the light of day.

Not pictured:  Her general irritation with “Sexy Freddy Kreuger” costumes.

Costume 2: As far as costumes go, dressing as a spider’s web with a butterfly caught in it deserves credit. It’s clever, cute, and mildly creepy when you think too hard about the theme.

Creepy cute is in this year, though, and the costume is fantastic.  Found materials are also awesome, and this one definitely deserves the “Most Creative Costume” award.

Costume 3: Dragons are amazing. Everything is better with dragons (yes, everything). Costume contests are no exception to this rule. That is why a homemade dragon costume won Shannon Ward the prize for “Best Overall” costume, as per usual (although nothing will beat the awesomeness of her blue-ringed octopus hat from last year).

Costume 4: Amber Neszpaul helped Banquo’s ghost make an appearance at the Halloween dinner, although there was no MacBeth to torment.

Costume 5: The Sharknado (the funniest costume and possibly the most epic one of the night).