Anyone can tell you, arranging a glamorous event is anything but glamorous. There’s a lot of drudge work that has to happen — permits to get, beer truck arrangements to be made, figuring out who’s going to pick up all the trash — it’s a thankless job. Sure, people will remember the amazing costumes; they’ll reminisce about their first sip of a Halloween HighBall (the official drink of HighBall); they’ll flash pictures to prove they were there. But do you think partygoers stop to pay tribute to the behind-the-scenes work? No, not if you did your job right. When things go seamlessly well, it’s due to the invisible but vital work of folks like Candice Watkins. She makes amazing events happen for the Hot Times Community Arts & Music Festival, ComFest and The Ohioana Book Festival. We’re damn lucky to have her on HighBall.

What’s your favorite kind of Halloween candy?

Candy Corn

Least favorite Halloween candy?

Candy Corn. I eat way too much of it sending it from a favorite to not a favorite in short order!

What was your best ever Halloween costume?

The blue moon sequined outfit with a beautiful mask.

Which celebrity costume do you hope you DON’T see this year?

Britney.

What part of the HighBall are you most excited about and why?

The whole thing is a unique and unusual experience for us all. I look forward to the whole thing going smoothly!