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83 Neighbors Host Trick-or-Treat Birthday for Autistic Boy

8/5/2026

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Soren, an autistic 11-year-old, celebrated his July birthday with a neighborhood trick-or-treat.
His mother Leah Farrow posted in a local Facebook group, prompting 83 neighbors to host him.
Dressed as a banana with a teal bucket, Soren collected candy, snacks and juice at each house.
Neighbors gave gifts such as chips and Play-Doh and placed birthday signs.
Soren returned home loaded with treats and appeared thrilled with his haul.

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Story summary

Soren, an autistic 11-year-old, celebrated his July birthday with a neighborhood trick-or-treat.
His mother Leah Farrow posted in a local Facebook group, prompting 83 neighbors to host him.
Dressed as a banana with a teal bucket, Soren collected candy, snacks and juice at each house.
Neighbors gave gifts such as chips and Play-Doh and placed birthday signs.
Soren returned home loaded with treats and appeared thrilled with his haul.