For the past 12 years on the 600 block of Alta Drive in Beverly Hills, the Halloween decorations get ever more “spooktacular” for neighborhood ghouls, goblins and their parents to enjoy while trick or treating. The spooky house is popular not only with neighbors, but is also a treat for out-of-town passersby who look forward to visiting each year.

“Halloween is one of our most favored holidays and we always try to incorporate current events and social issues into our growing Halloween decoration collection,” explained Rochelle and Richard Maize, long-time Beverly Hills residents who are addicted to this holiday. “Following 9/11, all of our decorative creatures were showing their American spirit by holding U.S. flags and each year, we add to our collection of Halloween props,” Rochelle Maize said.

With societal concerns focused on the severe consequences of global warming, the Maize family has decided to raise environmental consciousness in their community by going green this Halloween.

Rochelle Maize explained, “This year’s theme is special because we want to remind everyone that even small steps towards living a greener life do make a positive impact on our environment. So, going Green for Halloween in Beverly Hills seems so natural. As Beverly Hills residents, we share Mayor Barry Brucker’s ongoing commitment and passion for furthering the green movement.”