There will be plenty of opportunities to get into the holiday – Halloween – spirit this week, as local schools have programs, the Escalon Library hosts a special event, and Escalon Covenant Church prepares for an annual gathering. First, both Van Allen and Collegeville elementary schools have ‘Harvest Festivals’ set for Friday, Oct. 23. Van Allen’s event will run from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the school along Highway 120, at the corner of Van Allen Road.