LEWISTON — Its already a mysterious, imposing, almost creepy, edifice in its own right, dominating the junction of Sabattus and Main streets.

But Lewiston’s Kora Shrine Temple will turn downright scary this coming weekend for a good cause. Dozens of volunteers will stage the second annual Haunted Walk in the building’s basement as a fundraiser for the organization.

“We would really like to see a thousand or more (people) this year,” said Ansel Warner, one of several Shriners helping set up for the event Sunday afternoon. “We just really worked hard to get it set up the way we wanted it.”

Ansel said that a portion of the proceeds from the event go to support Shriners Hospitals for Children. Last year, the local Shriners donated about $1,000 to the hospital system.

Warner said last year’s Haunted Walk scared up about 600 attendees. They would love to double that number this year. Working with volunteers from Two Lakes Camping Area in Oxford, the group aims to create a “spooktacular” venue for all ages.

“I believe a lot in what these guys do,” said Gene Rancourt, a volunteer from Two Lakes who was helping to design the spider’s cave. “It’s a huge group effort. This is a great opportunity to have a lot of fun.”

Go and do

WHAT: Haunted Walk

WHERE: Kora Shrine Temple, 11 Sabattus St.

WHEN: Friday, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 1 to 3 and 5 to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 3 p.m.

COST: $5 per person

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