October 31: The Obamas open up the White House to 2,000 school children for Halloween. Here, Michelle Obama — dressed as a cat — and President Obama — dressed as President Obama — greet the trick-or-treaters.
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Performers entertain the revelers.
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The guests arrive.
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Costumed guests and performers dressed as fluttering butterflies.
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A performer, dressed as a tree, sways through the crowd.
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The First Couple (and First Grandma) hand out White House M&Ms, dried fruit and butter cookies.
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Mr. President, meet Spiderman.
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George Washington, we imagine, never saw anything like this in his day.
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As part of the festivities, the Obamas host a reception for military families in the East Room.
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Press Secretary Robert Gibbs channels the Dark Side.
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The White House, lit up in orange for the occasion.
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