*Oct. 27 - Nov.4 - "Vampire's Shadow", a modern-day vampire play set in the vampire goth underground subculture, contains adult language, realistic blood and sexual situations, patrons 16 and under will not be admitted without a parent, 8 p.m., Phoenix Theater, 324 Bernard Street. $8; $5 students and seniors. 323-2784. Each night is at 8 p.m. except Oct. 29, when it's at 6 p.m.

*Oct. 31 - Halloween Happenings, 6 to 8 p.m., Greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Drive. $6. 392-2010.

*Oct. 31 - Hallelujah Fun Night, a fun and safe celebration for children and adults with children's rides, contests, clowns, game booths and live music and more, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Christian Life Center, 5500 Olive Drive. Free. 393-8210.

*Oct. 31 - Halloween program, stories, skits and spooky songs for children of all ages, special Halloween treats, 4 to 5 p.m., Northeast Branch Library, 3725 Columbus Street. 871-9017.

*Oct. 31 - Harvest Carnival, 6 p.m, in the west parking lot of Canyon Hills Assembly of God. Located at 7001 Auburn Street. This carnival will offer a safe alternative to trick-or-treating. Kids will be able to enjoy bouncy rooms, a giant slide, face painting, a helicopter ride, and much more. A free hot dog and drink will be available for all children 12 years-of-age and under. Adults will also be able to enjoy great food and live music. For more information call 872-1150.

*Oct. 31 - Fall Fun Festival, a safe alternative to trick-or-treating with games, prizes, candy and food for the whole family, 6 to 8 p.m., Brimhall Road Assembly of God, 10700 Brimhall Road. 589-5254.

*Oct. 31 - Dia De Los Mentos Halloween Party 2000, Mento Buru plays ska, reggae, rock and mambo; costume contests, 7 p.m., Chuy's, 2500 New Stine. 833-3469.

*Oct. 31 - All Hollows Eve Psychic Fair, for adults, mini Tarot readings and more, 4 p.m. to midnight, Medicine Moon, 214 H Street. 325-0531.

*Oct. 31 - Oct. 31 - Halloween Open Mic, call for timeslots and schedules, 6 p.m., Jerryâs Pizza, 1817 Chester Ave. $10. 836-3576.