Marti Jones of Dunbar set up this gem mining booth at the Buffalo Octoberfest. Children could pan for seashells, stones, sharks’ teeth and arrowheads from the “mine’s” sluice. (Photo by Betsy Allen)

Children dressed in costumes were rewarded for their creativity at the 34th Annual Buffalo Octoberfest held this past Saturday, October 15. All children who dressed up for spooky season were given $5 vouchers to spend at the 100+ vendors at the festival.

This…