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Sign-ups are going on now for a Newport Beach Halloween

window-painting contest.

Scout troops, sports teams, families and artists of all ages may

register to paint a window at one of two Newport Beach shopping centers

for the Oct. 27 contest.

Painting will take place from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Westcliff Plaza

and Newport North Shopping Center. Judges will award prizes for the best

painting in each age category and the art will remain on display until

Nov. 2. Registration is $5.

Information: (949) 644-3151 or visit Newport Beach Community Services’

office at 3300 Newport Blvd.