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White House Halloween Photos

Trick or treaters gather for Halloween celebrations on the North Lawn of the White House, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009 in Washington. The first family welcomed more than 2,600 children from Washington, Maryland and Virginia schools, and their families, for the Halloween trick or treating at the North Portico of the White House. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama entertained approximately 2600 children at a White House Halloween special event this evening. First Lady Michelle was adorned as cat woman, equipped with furry ears while President Obama decided not to dress up for the occasion. The couple handed out candy to an anxious crowd of children who seemed just as excited to be in the President’s attendance as they did for the Halloween festivities.

Children began arriving at the White House (which looked very pumpkin-orange) at approximately 5:00 p.m. In addition to White House staff, several celebrities were in attendance, including good friends Tim Burton and Johnny Depp. Sasha and Malia had other plans and there was no mention of where the girls had spent their Halloween.

Here is a photo slideshow of the White House Halloween celebration.
 

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