October 1 – November 7
THE PUPPET CO. PLAYHOUSE, 7300 macarthur Blvd., Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD. 20812. www.thepuppetco.org. Box office: 301-320-6668. Tickets are $8 adults and children (2 years old or older). Panda-Monium, Sept. 11, 10:20 & 11:30 am. $5. Ages 0-4; Rapunzel, Oct 1-Oct.7. Fri., 10 & 11:30 a.m., Sat. & Sun., 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m., $8. Rapuzel is a “bewitching” adaptation of the Grimm’s fairytale featuring the music of Jacques Ibert. Witch Warsmith wants a bay, and after bargaining for little Rapunzel, must go to great lengths to the growing girl out of the hands of a handsome prince. Second Hand Stars, Sept. 25, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. Ages 0-4, $5.
October 1 – February 2
LORENZO’S TIMONIUM DINNER THEATRE, 9603 Deereco Rd, Timonium, MD. 410-560-1113 or 1-887-560-1113 (toll free). www.timoniumdinnertheatre.com. Children’s show, Snow White, Oct 1-Feb 2,. Saturday mornings and selected weekday matinees.
October 1 – November 4
IMAGINATION STAGE, Lerner Family Theatre, 4908 Auburn Ave., Bethesda, MD. 301-280-1660. www.imaginationstage.org.: Saturdays at 12:30, 3:30 & 7 p.m. Or Sundays at 12:30 or 3:30 p.m. The Jungle Book, Oct 1-Nov. 4. Sign interpreted performance Oct. 21, 3:30 p.m. Based on the stories of Rudyard Kipling. Enjoyed by ages 4+.
October 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2007
PRIME TIMER DISCOUNT DAYS
Hours: 10am-9pm Senior Shopping Days that includes 10% off shopping incentives at participating merchants. Location: Prime Outlets Hagerstown, 495 Prime Outlets, Hagerstown Contact: (301)790-2031
October 3
Fire Prevention Safety Safety program featuring a fire truck tour. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-6 with adult. North Point Branch Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd. 410-887-7255
October 4 – 6
Chocolate Festival Chocolate-eating contest, music, candy vendors, puppet shows, raffles. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Lexington Market, 400 W. Lexington St., Baltimore. Info@lexingtonmarket.com
October 4
Creatures of the Woods Story Time Celebrate fall with a naturalist from Oregon Ridge Nature Center who will bring native forest friends. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-6 with adult. Hereford Branch Library, 16940 York Road. 410-887-1919
October 5
COLUMBUS DAY SIDEWALK SALE
Hours: Fri, Sat & Mon 10am-9pm; Sun 10am-7pm
Clearance sidewalk sale. Location: Prime Outlets Hagerstown, 495 Prime Outlets, Hagerstown Contact: (301)790-2031
October 5 & 12
Rain Forest Sleepover After-hours guided visit to the rain forest to learn about nocturnal behaviors of its inhabitants. Visit Discovery Lab and help feed animals their breakfast at the 'bug drop' feeding. Ages 8 and up. 5:30 pm.-9 a.m. $79. National Aquarium in Baltimore. See above.
October 5 & 6
FIRST FRIDAY EVENINGS IN BRUNSWICK - WEEKEND WINEDOWN
Hours: Fri 5-9pm; Sat 12-5pm
During Railroad Days weekend, have a special Weekend winedown featuring local food, wine, hand-crafted beer and entertainment. Location: Historic Brunswick, 2 E. Potomac St., Brunswick Contact: (301)834-5591
October 5, 2007
TRINITY SCHOOL OF FREDERICK'S BEST BALL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Hours: 12:30pm
18-hole round of golf, cart, gift bags, contests, etc. Location: Glade Valley Golf Course, 10502 Glade Rd., Walkersville Contact: (301)228-2333
October 5-7, 12-14,19-21 & 26-28,
WINTERBROOK FARMS MOONLIGHT MAZE
Hours: Fri 6pm, Sat 12pm, Sun 12pm
Over six miles of GPS created trails in a 35 acre cornfield. Amazing pumpkin and corn cannon to thrill all ages. Nighttime with flashlights is best! Hts are the best! Location: 13001 Creagerstown Rd. (Rt. 550), Thurmont Contact: (301)271-4826
October 5 – 7
THE FANTASTICKS
Hours: Sat 8pm Sun 2pm
Fredericktowne Players kick off the 2007 - 2008 season with a classic coming-of-age story. The Fantasticks has delighted audiences across the world. Location: Frederick Community College Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick Contact: (240)351-3855
October 5
DAVID SEDARIS
Hours: 8pm
The man who made his comic debut recounting his strange-but-true experiences as a Macy's elf on NPR®'s Morning Edition slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness, proving that he is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers and humorists addressing the human condition today. Location: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)600-2828
October 5 & 6
Dreamcatcher Rally Custom motorcycles and accessories, children's games, exhibits, face painting, rock climbing, caricaturists and concerts. Noon-8 p.m. Under 12, free; adults, $38. Proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Harford County. Ripken Stadium, 923 Gilbert Road, Aberdeen. 410-457-5089 or www.dreamcatcherrally.com
October 5
Fire Prevention Safety lesson 10:30 a.m. Woodlawn Branch Library, 1811 Woodlawn Drive. 410-887-1336. See Oct. 3.
October 5
Latino Heritage Night Celebrate diverse cultures, enjoy exhibits, experience Latin food, games, face painting and a bilingual underwater dive presentation. 5-10 p.m. $8. National Aquarium in Baltimore, Pier 3, 501 Pratt St. 410-476-3833 or www.aqua.org
October 5
Lively Arts for Little Ones Dance and sing with the Kindersinger. 10 a.m. Ages 2-5. $4.50. The Other Barn, 5851 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia. 410-730-4610 or omcaprog@columbiavillages.org
October 5
MARYLAND PHOTOGRAPHIC SEMINAR
The Center for Civil War Photography's 7th annual Image of War Seminar, will be based in Frederick, MD and focus on Harpers Ferry. It will also include programs at Antietam and an optional photo-tour at Gettysburg. All aspects of Civil War photography will be discussed--how to make them, how to view them, and how to use them. Field hospitals and medical imagery will be incorporated in association with the National Museum of Civil War Medicine. Speakers will include Bob Zeller, George Wunderlich, Don Wickman, John King, Garry Adelman, Rob Gibson, Timothy H. Smith, Jason Wickersty, Gerry Keifer, and more! Co-sponsored by the Civil War Preservation Trust and the National Museum of Civil War Medicine. Contact: (301)834-7042
October 5
WINE DOWN FRIDAYS AND OPEN MIKE NIGHT
Hours: 6:30-9pm
Visitors are invited to watch the sun set over the vineyards, while listening to Bendt Fendyr (guitar jazz and contemporary music). Participants are invited to bring their voices or instruments and join in. Wine tasting are available and local bread and cheese is available for sale. Location: Elk Run Vineyards, 15113 Liberty Rd., Mt. Airy Contact: (410)775-2513
October 6 – October 31
IRON OXIDE: REMNANTS AND ARTIFACTS
Hours: Mon-Sat 9 am-5pm, Sun 1-4pm
New works by Craig Leonardi. Canvas is stretched to its limit over wooden supports that almost breach the surface. Oxidized steel - revealing rich orange, brown and ochre - is integrated into each piece sometimes as a focal feature, sometimes as a contrasting element to the stark canvas. Location: The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick Contact: (301)698-0656
October 6 – 11/1
SALT SERIES
Hours: Mon-Thur 9am-9pm; Fri & Sat 9am-5pm
Large works and drawings, acrylic on canvas and board. Location: Frederick Community College, Mary Condon Hodgson Art Gallery, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick Contact: (301)846-2513
October 6 & 7
BRUNSWICK RAILROAD DAYS
Hours: 10am-5pm
Enjoy train rides, car, truck and motorcycle show, craft show, model train, exhibits, 3 stages of live music, street performers, carnival and pony rides, block party and great home cooked food. Block Party & Carnival rides 6 - 9pm Saturday only. Location: East & West Potomac Street, Railroad Square, Brunswick Contact: (301)834-7500
October 6 & 7
FARM MUSEUM FALL FESTIVAL
Hours: Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 12-4pm
The Children's Museum offers craft demonstrations - blacksmithing; alpacas and fibers; hands-on crafts, candle-dipping, activities and games for children. Manor house tours. Celebrating their 30th anniversary, The Frederick County Farm Museum Association offers Saturday tractor pull, butchering demonstration, apple butter boiling; Sunday cake auction, kiddie pedal pull, animals, hayrides, music and food both days. Location: Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick Contact: (301)600-1650
October 6 & 7
Steam Days Ride behind a 1950 steam engine and celebrate the steam locomotive through programs and demonstrations. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. B&O Railroad Museum. Admission for adults, $14; seniors, $12; children 2-12, $8; under 2 free. See Oct. 2.
October 6 & 7
MT. AIRY FALL FESTIVAL
Hours: Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 10am-5pm
Old fashioned street festival. Arts and crafts, vendors, displays, entertainment, food, scare crow making and much more. Location: Main Street in Mt. Airy Contact: (301)829-2112
October 6 & 7
Fall Harvest Days. Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center St., Westminster. 10 a.m. To 5 p.m. Scarecrow making, wagon rides, apple butter making, demonstrations, country food, crafts, entertainment and children’s games. Dottie Freeman/Jackie Koch 410-386-3880. $ Handicap Logo
October 6 & 7
Mt. Airy Fall Festival. Historic Main St., Mt. Airy. Sat. 9 a.m. To 5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. To 5 p.m. Arts and crafts, scarecrow making, hayrides, entertainment and food. Ricky Lawson 301-829-2112. Handicap Logo
October 6, 13, 20 & 27
FREE TO BE YOU ME
Hours: 2pm
Using poetry, songs, and sketches, the basic concept was to salute values such as individuality, tolerance, and happiness with one's identity; a major thematic message is that anyone, whether a boy or a girl, can achieve anything one wants. "Free to Be You and Me" is a record album and illustrated songbook for children, first released in November 1972, and later in 1974 as a television special, featuring songs and stories from celebrities including Marlo Thomas, Mel Brooks, and Alan Alda. Location: Maryland Ensemble Theater, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)694-4744
October 6, 14 & 28
Sharks Behind-the-Scenes Explore shark areas and experience the shark catwalk. Includes souvenir. 1:30 p.m. Ages 8 and up. Adults, $35; seniors, $31; children, $23. National Aquarium in Baltimore. See Oct. 5.
October 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28, 2007
FALL FOLIAGE TRAINS
Hours: Sat 11am, 1 & 3pm, Sun 11am & 1pm
Enjoy the beautiful Maryland countryside in the fall! Location: Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville Contact: (301)898-0899
October 6
150th Anniversary of Thomas Winans' Estate Artisans, history, rides on miniature steam train and entertainment. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. All ages. $5. Leakin Park, 1901 Ridgetop Road, Baltimore. 410-448-3134 or president@leakinpark.com
October 6
Aquarium Gallery Tour Before-hours tour of exhibits, feed Coral Reef inhabitants, take part in River Forest's bug drop, and experience a touch session. 8:30-11 a.m. Ages 5 and up. Adults, $46; seniors, $43; children, $38. National Aquarium in Baltimore. See Oct. 5.
October 6
Artkids Preschool Program Hands-on experience, story time, tour and art activity. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Ages 3-5 with adult. Free, registration required. Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Baltimore. 410-547-9000 or www.thewalters.org
October 6
Downtown Westminster Farmers Market. Conaway Parking Lot, Railroad Ave. (Rt. 27) and Emerald Hill Lane, Westminster. 8 a.m. To Noon. A “Producers Only” market of farm fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, plants and honey. Stan Ruchlewicz 410-848-5294. Handicap Logo
October 6
Family Games Bring your favorite game and a friend. Parents welcome. Snacks provided. 2 pm. Ages 5-12. Essex Branch Library, 1100 Eastern Blvd. 410-887-1919
October 6
Fidos for Freedom Learn about hearing and service dogs and meet some furry friends. 2-4 p.m. All ages. $10.75, 2 years and up; under 2, free. Port Discovery, the Children's Museum in Baltimore, 35 Market Place. 410-864-2668 or www.portdiscovery.org
October 6
Happy 100th Birthday Patapsco Valley State Park Guided hike, historic characters, children's games and birthday treats around a campfire.1-3:30 p.m. $3, person; $10, family; ages under 5, free. Avalon/Glen Artney, Patapsco Valley State Park, 5120 South St., Halethorpe.
October 6
Harry Potter and His Snowy Owl Harry Potter-themed weekend with magic show and a section of the zoo transformed by "wizard magic." 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages under 2, free; ages 2-11, $10; ages 12-64; $15; ages 65 and up, $12.The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Druid Hill Park, Baltimore. 443-552-5276, Ext. 8062 or www.marylandzoo.org
October 6
History Scavenger Hunt Learn about life in 18th century Maryland while solving clues. 10 a.m.-noon. All ages. $7 per child. Reservations recommended. Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Road, Laurel. 301-953-1376 or TTY 301-699-2544 or www.pgparks.com
October 6
Hungry Herps Learn about toads and snakes and meet them up close. 10:30 a.m. All ages. Members, $3; others, $5. Registration required. Irvine Nature Center, 8400 Greenspring Ave. 410-484-2413 or levins@explorenature.org
October 6
Maizefest. River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run Rd., Manchester. Noon to 6 p.m. Giant corn maze, hayrides and food. 443-712-1010. $
October 6
MUSEUM DAY
Hours: 11am, 1 & 3pm
Special exhibits, door prizes, band concert, WFMD radio broadcast. Location: Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville Contact: (301)898-0899
October 6
ON THE DECK PARTY
Hours: 4-10pm
Party under the stars - with live music from The Freddie Long Band the Reagan Years! Must be 21 with proper ID. Location: Carroll Creek Parking Deck, 44 E. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)600-2844
October 6
Teddy Bear Farm and Pumpkin Contest Weigh-in, free hayrides for children who bring a Teddy Bear. Teddy Bear contest at 1 and 3 p.m. Bring a new Teddy Bear to donate to Howard County General Hospital. Folk singing. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. All ages. Ages under 1, free; others, $4.50. Clark's Elioak Farm, 10500 Route 108, Ellicott City. 410-730-4049 or www.clarklandfarm.com
October 6
Tree Walk Learn how to identify trees in the park. 10 a.m. All ages. Free, donations welcome. Registration required. Mckeldin Area, Patapsco Valley State Park, 3001 Marriottsville Road, Marriottsville. 410-730-2230
October 6
Weenie Roast Prepare hot dogs and apple pie over an open fire followed by a night hike. 5:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Members, $2; others, $4. Reservations required. Willow Grove Farm, 2175 Cromwell Bridge Road, Baltimore. 410-887-3014 or www.cromwellvalleypark.org
October 7, 14, 21 & 28
WEEKLY CARILLON RECITAL
Hours: 12-12:30pm
City Carillonneur, John Widmann, plays the Joseph Dill Baker Carillon in Baker Park, an instrument of 49 bells in a 70-foot tower of Baltimore Granite. The bells are played mechanically with fists and feet. Bells range in size from 3,400 pounds to 22 pounds of bronze. Location: Dulaney Ave. & 2nd St., Frederick Contact: (301)846-4781
October 7
150th Anniversary of Thomas Winans' Estate See Oct. 6.
October 7
Aquarium Gallery Tour See Oct. 6.
October 7
Breakfast with the Frogs Continental breakfast followed by a presentation and tour. Aquarium admission included. 8:30 a.m. Ages 3 and up. $40. National Aquarium. See Oct. 5.
October 7
Dolphin Encounter Hands-on encounter with priority seating for dolphin show, playtime with dolphins. 12:30-3 p.m. Ages 8 and up. Encounter, $195; observer, $69. National Aquarium. See Oct. 5.
October 7
Dreamcatcher Rally See Oct. 5.
October 7
Harry Potter and His Snowy Owl See Oct. 6.
October 7
Hollywood Flyers Movie Series "Five Weeks in a Balloon" 2 p.m. All ages. Prices include admission to museum. Adults, $4; seniors, $3; children, $2. College Park Aviation Museum, 1985 Cpl. Frank Scott Drive, College Park. 301-864-6029 or TTY, 301-864-4765 or www.collegeparkaviationmuseum.com
October 7
Meet the Critter Meet and learn about a resident animal. 2 p.m. Ages 2 and up. Free. Registration required. Irvine Nature Center. See Oct. 6.
October 7
PILGRIMAGE FOR THE SEA SERVICES
Hours: 3-5:45pm
Mass celebrated in honor of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton by active and retired members of the Sea Services. Public welcome. Location: National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 333 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg Contact: (301)447-6606
October 7
Teddy Bear Visit and Pumpkin Contest See Oct. 6.
October 8 – 14
COLLEGE WEEK
Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 10am-7pm
Special goody bags and incentives for College students and professionals with proper identification. Location: Prime Outlets Hagerstown, 495 Prime Outlets Blvd., Hagerstown Contact: (301)790-2031
October 8 & 30
Square Dance: Hot Squares in the Olde Towne Tonight Live music and dance party for entire family. No dance experience necessary. 8:30-11 p.m. All ages. $8. Cherry Hill RV Park Conference Center, 9800 Cherry Hill Road, College Park. 301-947-2231, 410-268-1231 or www.hotsquares.info/
October 8
Castles, Knights and Dragons Story Time Nurture a love of reading with stories, activities and songs. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. White Marsh Branch Library, 8133 Sandpiper Circle. 410-887-5097
October 8
Fall 'n Babies Explore the falling leaves and colors. 9:30 a.m. Ages 2-3 with adult. Members, $3; others, $5. Registration required. Irvine Nature Center. See Oct. 6.
October 10
Artkids Preschool Program See Oct. 6.
October 10
ESSENTIAL GRAHAM
Hours: 8pm
Founded by Martha Graham in 1926, the center is the oldest, most celebrated modern dance company in the world. Location: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)600-2828
October 10
Fire Prevention Safety lesson, 10:30 a.m. Perry Hall Branch Library, 9440 Belair Road 410-887-5195. See Oct. 3.
October 10
Funny Fall Holidays Celebrate National Squirrel Appreciation Week with stories, songs and crafts. 1:30 p.m. Ages 3-6. Central Branch Library, 1035 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia. 410-313-7880
October 10
Hispanic Heritage Fair Meet community Latino/Hispanic service providers and enjoy English/Spanish story time. 6-8:30 p.m. All ages. North Point Branch Library. See Oct. 3.
October 10
NATALIE MACMASTER
Hours: 7:30pm
Enjoy an unforgettable night of music with fiddler extraordinaire Natalie macmaster and her 4-piece band. Hailed as one of today’s top Celtic musicians, macmaster makes her mark with feverish fiddling (she’s been playing since the age of nine), high-energy clogging, and fresh interpretations of her Cape Breton musical heritage. The concert will feature Celtic classics and new favorites from macmaster’s recordings, including Yours Truly, her tenth and most recent album, and her Grammy-nominated My Roots Are Showing. Location: Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, PA Contact: (717)337-8204
October 10
The Butterfly Witness the 'birth' of a butterfly through an interactive face painting story. 10:30 a.m. All ages. Loch Raven Branch Library, 1046 Taylor Ave. 410-887-4444
October 11
History of the B&O Old Main Line View a model railroad layout and create a craft. 7 p.m. All ages. Registration required. Glenwood Branch Library. See Oct. 2.
October 12 – October 14
ANNUAL CIVIL WAR MEDICINE CONFERENCE
Then National Museum of Civil War Medicine annual conference. Highlights include ten unique lectures on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Location: Holiday Inn Holidome & Conference Center, 5400 Holiday Dr., Frederick Contact: (301/695-1864
October 12 & 13
MARYLAND NATIONAL 2-PERSON BETTER BALL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Hours: 10am
Team up with Maryland National to support Toys for Tots of Frederick County. Location: Maryland National Golf Club, 8836 Hollow Rd., Middletown Contact: (301)371-0000
October 12, 13, 18 & 19
The Diary of Anne Frank Adaptation of the original stage play featuring survivor accounts of people persecuted under Nazi rule. 8 p.m. Admission, $13; seniors and students, $7. Mainstage Theatre, Towson University, 8000 York Road. www.towson.edu
October 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27
MACBETH
Hours: 8pm
Witches warn of toil and trouble, Birnam Wood is on the move and Lady Macbeth can't keep her hands clean. The Bard's classic tale of ambition and power comes to the trailer park. Location: Maryland Ensemble Theater, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)694-4744
October 12 & 13
Bedlam in the Boro. Lineboro Volunteer Fire Department, 4224 Main St., Lineboro. 7 p.m. To 10:30 p.m. Haunted hayride and haunted house. Fire Department 410-239-4467. $
October 12
EVENING ON THE RIVIERA
Hours: 7pm
Glamour and Glitz: Fine wines - vineyards from Cal, Italy and France, fabulous food -- 32 participating restaurants and caterers, 4 bands, surprise entertainers, the areas best silent auction, carriage rides, putting for new car, and sumptuous décor! Black tie event benefiting Frederick County Charities. There is no other night quite like it! Location: Lynfield Event Complex, Rt. 15 North, Frederick Contact: (301)663-8811
October 12
Fire Prevention Rosedale Branch Library, 6105 Kenwood Ave. 410-887-0512. See Oct. 3 and 10.
October 12
Nature's Little Artists Nature-themed art projects. 3:30 p.m. Ages 3-5. Members, $6; others, $8. Registration required. Irvine Nature Center. See Oct. 6.
October 12
The Butterfly 10:30 a.m. Pikesville Branch Library, 1301 Reisterstown Road. 410-887-1234. See Oct. 10.
October 12
WINE DOWN FRIDAYS AND OPEN MIKE NIGHT
Hours: 6:30-9pm
Visitors are invited to watch the sun set over the vineyards, while listening to Terry Gourley/Tobias Horowitz (song writers, reflective and Zen guitar). Participants are invited to bring their voices or instruments and join in. Wine tasting are available and local bread and cheese is available for sale. Location: Elk Run Vineyards, 15113 Liberty Rd., Mt. Airy Contact: (410)775-2513
October 13 & 14
Mystery Scavenger Hunt Take part in scavenger hunt and earn prizes at creepy stations. Free with paid admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. See Oct. 6.
October 13 & 14
Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins! Hayrides, pony rides, face painting and pumpkins. Clark's Elioak Farm. See Oct. 6.
October 13, 20 & 27
MANOR GHOST TOURS
Hours: 7-9pm
Come hear spooky tales and "old" stories of Rose Hill Manor and the surrounding county as museum interpreters lead tours of the manor at night. Suggested ages 10 years - adult. Location: Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 North Market St., Frederick Contact: (301)600-1650
October 13
Afternoon Tea Party Girls can bring a doll or stuffed animal and enjoy a tea party with cookies they decorate themselves. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Woodlawn Branch Library. See Oct. 5.
October 13
ALL GOODS FROM THE HEARTH
Hours: 10am-4pm
A day of sights and aromas as this site prepares for the harvest for winter, an enjoyable and educational experience for all ages. Visitors will experience the early nineteenth century methods of preparing and preserving food, such as drying, smoking and salting. Location: The Roger Brooke Taney House, 121 S. Bentz St., Frederick Contact: (301)663-7800
October 13
Aquarium Gallery Tour See Oct. 6.
October 13
Artkids Preschool Program See Oct. 6.
October 13
Balloons Across America Balloon artist. 2 p.m. All ages. North Point Branch Library. See Oct. 3.
October 13
Books: The Magic is Real 2 p.m. Lansdowne Branch Library, 500 Third Ave. 410-887-5602. See Oct. 12.
October 13
Dolphin Encounter See Oct. 7.
October 13
Downtown Westminster Farmers Market. Conaway Parking Lot, Railroad Ave. (Rt. 27) and Emerald Hill Lane, Westminster. 8 a.m. To Noon. A “Producers Only” market of farm fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, plants and honey. Stan Ruchlewicz 410-848-5294. Handicap Logo
October 13
Fall Fishing Tournament. Piney Run Park, 30 Martz Rd., Sykesville. 6 a.m. To Noon. Fresh water fishing tournament with prizes up to $300 for catfish, rockfish, tiger musky and largemouth bass. Trophy for largest legal fish caught. Loren Lustig 410-795-6474. $ Handicap Logo
October 13
Fall Harvest Festival Family fun down on the farm. Noon-4 p.m. All ages. $5 per car. Willow Grove Farm. See Oct. 6.
October 13
Five Friends from Japan Grand opening of interactive Japanese exhibition with hands-on activities, rooms modeled after Japanese homes and customary activities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages 5-12. Port Discovery. See Oct. 6.
October 13
Great Scale Model Train Show Train layouts, movies, clinics, demonstrations and train-related items for sale. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Adults, $7; ages under 13, free; families, $14. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. www.marylandstatefair.com or www.gsmts.com
October 13
Maizefest. River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run Rd., Manchester. Noon to 6 p.m. Giant corn maze, hayrides and food. 443-712-1010. $
October 13
MONOCACY NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD HIKES
Hours: 8:30am, 11am, & 1:30pm
National Park Service rangers will conduct three hikes that will take visitors to 3 different areas of the battlefield and highlight the tactics and troop movements that transpired in those areas on July 9, 1864. All hikes cover a distance of less than two miles each. Allow a maximum of two hours per hike. Appropriate clothing and footgear for walking is recommended and participants should bring their own water. Location: Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick Contact: (301)662-3515
October 13
Morning of Illusion Magician uses illusion and fun to engage a sense of wonder. 10 a.m. All ages. Registration required. Miller Branch Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City. 410-313-1955
October 13
Oakland Mills International Fall Festival Crafts, drum circle, Chinese dragon dance, entertainment, pie contest and more. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. All ages. Free admission. Oakland Mills Village Center, Columbia. 410-730-4610
October 13
Sykesville Fall Festival. Main St., Sykesville. 9 a.m. To 5 p.m. Raindate: October 20. Entertainment, crafts, karate, antique cars and food. Mary Martin 410-549-9005/Charlie Taylor 410-549-3095. Handicap Logo
October 13
Texas Hold 'em. Boulevard and Beyond, 1011 Baltimore Blvd. (Rt. 140), Westminster. 6:30 p.m., games begin at 7:15 p.m. Over $20,000 in prizes. Register at http://westminsteroptimist.org, Benefits the "Just Say No" to Drugs Program. John Paris 410-857-7666. $ Handicap Logo
October 13
The Diary of Anne Frank 2 p.m. See Oct. 12.
October 13
THE PINK RIBBON PROJECT
Hours: 8am-9pm
Downtown Frederick goes pink with a series of celebrations and activities to honor those in the fight breast cancer, increase awareness and raise funds for the breast cancer cause. Location: Frederick Main Street area - Patrick and Market Streets, Everedy Square and Shab Row Contact: (301)698-8118
October 14
Aquarium Gallery Tour See Oct. 6.
October 14
Breakfast with the Dolphins Continental breakfast, up-close look at dolphins, meet the dolphin trainers and ask questions. 9-10:30 a.m. Ages 3 and up. $40 includes admission to Aquarium. National Aquarium. See Oct. 5.
October 14
Fall Harvest Festival See Oct. 13.
October 14
Great Scale Model Train Show 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See Oct. 13.
October 14
SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK
Hours: 2pm Location: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)600-2828
October 14
Westminster Fire Company Coin and Currency Show. 28 John St., Westminster. 9 a.m. To 4:30 p.m. Carl Ostiguy, Jr. 443-623-7025. Handicap Logo
October 15
Music for Little Ones 10 a.m. Perry Hall Branch Library. See Oct. 2 and 10.
October 15
The Butterfly 10:30 a.m. Arbutus Branch Library. See Oct. 2 and 10.
October 17
The Diary of Anne Frank See Oct. 12.
October 17
BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA IN CONCERT
Hours: 8pm
Pre-concert lecture 7 pm. The world-class ensemble and a guest conductor of note perform a tapestry of symphonic masterworks. Location: Frederick Community College Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick Contact: (301)846-2608
October 17
Family Fun Night Games, face painting, crafts, interactive magic show and refreshments. 6:30 p.m. All ages. Woodlawn Branch Library. See Oct. 5.
October 17
Free Fall Baltimore Visit the Aquarium, listen to staff members read aloud from aquatic-themed books. 6-9 p.m. All ages. Free, advance tickets required. National Aquarium. See Oct. 5.
October 17
Meet the Author: Wayne Thomas Batson Join the local author to celebrate the release of his newest book, "Isle of Swords" at 7 p.m. Ages 11 and up. Miller Branch Library. See Oct. 13.
October 17
TRIBUTE TO JIMI HENDRIX & 60s ROCK
Hours: 11:30am
50th Anniversary theme series 2007 - 2008. Reggie Wayne Morris will be the guest. Location: Frederick Community College Cougar Grille, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick Contact: (301)846-2608
October 18
Books to Movies Night Read the book, choose the movies and enjoy homemade ice cream. 6:30-9 p.m. Ages 11-17. Glenwood Branch Library. See Oct. 2.
October 18
Homeschool Workshops Introduction to museum, tour and hands-on art activity. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Ages 5-12. Members, $6; others, $12. Registration required. Walters Art Museum. See Oct. 6.
October 18
Popcorn Science Learn "kernals" of knowledge followed by a "corny" experiment. 4:30 and 6:45 p.m. Ages 5-8. Registration required. Miller Branch Library. See Oct. 13.
October 18
Whose Line Is It Anyway? Improvise and play games from the popular TV show. 7-8:30 p.m. Ages 11 and up. Savage Branch Library, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel. 410-880-5978.
October 19, 26
WINE DOWN FRIDAYS AND OPEN MIKE NIGHT
Hours: 6:30-9pm
Visitors are invited to watch the sun set over the vineyards, while listening to local musicians. Participants are invited to bring their voices or instruments and join in. Wine tasting are available and local bread and cheese is available for sale. Weekly scheduled artists are listed on the website. Location: Elk Run Vineyards, 15113 Liberty Rd., Mt. Airy Contact: (410)775-2513
October 19
Chemistry in the Library 1 p.m. Savage Branch Library. See above and Oct. 18.
October 19
COSTUME PARTY MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN: FAMILY NITE
Hours: 6:30pm
Costumes optional. Mystery appropriate for children. Catered dinner served in dining car with tea and coffee, or bring your own beverage. Reservations required. Location: Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville Contact: (301)898-0899
October 19
Crafts for Kids Make a fall-themed picture frame. 11 a.m. Ages 6-12. Registration required. Towson Branch Library, 310 York Road. 410-887-6166
October 19
Fall Family Campout Campfire and night hike, breakfast provided. Bring own camping gear. 5p.m.-10 a.m. All ages. Member families, $15; others, $20. Willow Grove Farm. See Oct. 6.
October 19
Fire Prevention Safety 11 a.m. Essex Branch Library. See Oct. 3 and 6.
October 19
Halloween Membership Drive Bring ghosts and goblins for treats and fun. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Ages up to 3. MOMS Club of Phoenix/Cockeysville. Call for location. 410-592-9255
October 19
Howard County Conservancy's School's Out Program Nature programs including hikes, environmental projects and crafts. 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. After care available. Ages 5-11. Howard County Conservatory at Mt. Pleasant Farm, 10520 Old Frederick Road, Woodstock. 410-465-8877 or www.hcconservancy.org
October 19
Maizefest. River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run Rd., Manchester. 6 p.m. To 9 p.m. Giant corn maze, bring your flashlight. 443-712-1010. $
October 19
Shark Sleepover After-hours tour, hands-on activities, shark catwalk stroll and sleep near the sharks. 5:30 p.m.-9 a.m. Ages 8 and up. $79. National Aquarium. See Oct. 5.
October 19
Stories on Rawhide Hear Native American legends and take home a framed native art work. 2:30 p.m. Ages 5-9. Central Branch Library. See Oct. 10.
October 19
Up with Kids 7 p.m. White Marsh Branch Library. See Oct. 2 and 9.
October 20 & 21
FAMILY FESTIVAL @ THE FARM
Hours: Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 12-4pm
Family Festival @ the Farm will provide hands-on activities for families who would like to spend a "day of fun" on the farm. Citizens of Frederick County and the surrounding region will have an opportunity to visit any one or of the farms if they chose. Location: Selected farms throughout Frederick County. Contact: (301)600-1058
October 20 & 21
FAMILY FESTIVAL AT THE FARM
Hours: 9:30am-5:30pm
Self-guided farm tour. Location: Lilypons Water Gardens, 6800 Lily Pons Rd., Adamstown Contact: (800)999-5459
October 20 & 21
MYERSVILLE TROLLEY FESTIVAL
Hours: 10am-5pm
Features an original Hagerstown/Frederick trolley, arts and crafts and food vendors, historic and educational exhibits, children's activities, hayrides, auction and new this year a Blue Grass competition. Location: 2540 Canada Hill Rd., Myersville Contact: (301)293-2888
October 20 & 21
OCTOBER WINE DAYS
Hours: 1-5pm
Fall into Tarara while on the Loudoun Farm Tour. Enjoy live music and October wine specials all weekend long. Wine tasting fees apply. Rain or Shine! The winery is open from 11 am - 6 pm the music plays from 1 pm – 5 pm. Location: Tarara Winery, 13648 Tarara Lane, Leesburg, VA Contact: (703)771-7100
October 20 & 21
OKTOBERFEST AT SCHIFFERSTADT
Hours: Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
Oktoberfest at Schifferstadt, is a festival for the whole family where we celebrate arts, crafts and traditions such as hearth cooking, blacksmithing, broom making and weaving. A traditional German oompah band, authentic German wurst and beer can be enjoyed. This year's event will also feature children's activities and a used book sale. All proceeds will be used for the preservation of Schifferstadt and other Landmarks projects. Location: Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick Contact: (301)663-3885
October 20 & 21
U.S. SANITARY COMMISSION
Hours: 11am-3pm
Members of the Freedom Guards Living History Company will discuss the contributions of the U.s. Sanitary Commission in the civil War, which provided all manner of aid and relief to the soldiers and their families. Presentations will begin on the hour starting 11 am. Location: National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)695-1864
October 20 & 21
VINTAGE JAZZ WINE FESTIVAL
Hours: 12-6pm
Features two live bands, over 25 artisans and crafters, food, free wine glass, wine tasting and guided winery tours. No pets. Location: Berrywine Plantations/Linganore Winecellars, 13601 Glissans Mill Rd., Mt. Airy Contact: (301)831-5889
October 20, 21, 27 & 28
FALL COLOR WALKS
Hours: 1:30 & 3pm
How will this season's extreme heat and dry period affect the fall colors in Catoctin Mountain Park? Meet a ranger at the Hog Rock Parking Lot at 1:30pm or 3pm on any of these dates for a short walk to learn why the leaves change tin the fall and how weather affects fall color. Is there a scientific reason or does Jack Frost deserve the credit? Location: Catoctin Mountain Park, Hog Rock Parking Lot, 6602 Foxville Rd., Thurmont Contact: (301) 663-9388
October 20, 21, 27 & 28
FINE ARTS IN THE VALLEY STUDIO TOUR
Hours: 10am-5pm
The last two weekends in October, artists open their studios and exhibition spaces during this tour throughout the countryside of Middletown Valley, Maryland. Sculpture, printmaking, painting, bookmaking and drawings will be on display and for sale. The artists will have demonstrations and artists talks about their special medium. Location: Middletown Valley Contact: (301)631-1887
October 20, 26 & 27
COSTUME PARTY MURDER MYSTERY DINNER TRAIN: FAMILY NITE
Hours: 6:30pm
Costumes optional. Adult theme. Catered dinner served in dining car with tea and coffee, or bring your own beverage. Reservations required. Location: Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville Contact: (301)898-0899
October 20, 27 & 28
Zooboo! Halloween celebration featuring free trick-or-treating, candy, costume contests, haunted barn, magical hay ride, face painting and crafts. Most activities are free with paid admission. Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. See Oct. 6.
October 20
Anime Afternoon Meet friends and watch "Spirited Away" with popcorn and drinks. 2 p.m. Ages 11 and up. Free. Central Branch Library. See Oct. 10.
October 20
Gustafer Yellowgold Show Concert featuring unique blend of live music and moving images. 11 a.m. All ages. $15. Rams Head On Stage, 33 West St., Annapolis. 410-268-4545 or www.ramsheadtavern.com
October 20
Apple Butter Boil. Piney Creek Church of the Brethren, 4699 Teeter Rd., Taneytown. 9 a.m. To 2 p.m. Homemade apple butter, baked goods and lunch. Sherry Robinson 717-338-0749. Handicap Logo
October 20
Are Bats Just for Halloween? Master Gardener explains why bats are welcome additions, bat crafts. 2 p.m. Ages 5-10. Registration required. Glenwood Branch Library. See Oct. 2.
October 20
Books: The Magic is Real 2 p.m. Cockeysville Branch Library. See Oct. 2 and 12.
October 20
Chemistry in the Library 2 p.m. Elkridge Branch Library, 6540 Washington Blvd., Elkridge. 410-313-5085. See Oct. 19.
October 20
COLIN MOCHRIE AND BRAD SHERWOOD
Hours: 6 & 9pm
Following enormously successful solo tours, the start of "Whose Line is it Anyway" team up for an evening of extraordinary improvisational comedy. Location: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)600-2828
October 20
Comcast Toon Day at Power Plant Live Meet favorite cartoon characters such as Dora the Explorer, Pablo and spongebob Square Pants and receive discounted tickets to Port Discovery. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Power Plant Live, 34 Market Street, Baltimore. www.godowntownbaltimore.org
October 20
Downtown Westminster Farmers Market. Conaway Parking Lot, Railroad Ave. (Rt. 27) and Emerald Hill Lane, Westminster. 8 a.m. To Noon. A “Producers Only” market of farm fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, plants and honey. Stan Ruchlewicz 410-848-5294. Handicap Logo
October 20
ENDLESS VARIETY
Hours: 8pm
Frederick Symphony Orchestra's first concert of its 11th season. Location: Frederick Community College Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick Contact: (301)663-8476
October 20
Fall Children and Maternity Consignment Sale MOMS Clubs of Odenton and Crofton's new and gently used children and maternity clothing, toys, books and equipment. 8 a.m.-noon. Admission is $1 or new baby pantry item (for charity). Arc and Dove Presbyterian Church, 8424 Piney Orchard Pkwy., Odenton. 410-551-5411 or www.momsclubofodenton.com
October 20
Festival of Mysteries Find X-rays of hidden images, solve mysteries and secrets through 'déjà vu?' exhibit. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. All ages. Free. Walters Art Museum. See Oct. 6.
October 20
Flag House Free Family Festival Explore history through music, dance, storytelling, crafts and puppetry. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. All ages. Free. Flag House & Star-Spangled Banner Museum, 844 Pratt Street, Baltimore. 410-837-1793
October 20
Great Artists: Michelangelo Learn about famous artist, paint a replica and make a sculpture. 2 and 3:30 p.m. Ages 6-9. Registration required. East Columbia Branch Library, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. 410-313-7700
October 20
Harvest Celebration Hay and pony rides, cider tasting, face painting and visits to the pumpkin patch. Clark's Elioak Farm. See Oct. 6.
October 20
Maizefest. River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run Rd., Manchester. Noon to 9 p.m. Giant corn maze, hayrides and food. 443-712-1010. $
October 20
Randallstown's 40th with Jessie & James and the Gang Celebrate Randallstown Branch's anniversary with comedy, juggling, dog feats and audience participation. 2 p.m. All ages. Randallstown Branch Library, 8604 Liberty Road. 410-887-0770
October 20
RIVE GAUCHE - PARIS WHEN IT SIZZLES
Hours: 6:30pm
A creative black tie fund-raising event which includes a silent art auction featuring over 60 works by the region's most talented artists, live jazz, a sit down dinner and late night dancing. Location: The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick Contact: (301)698-0656
October 20
Spaghetti Dinner. Carroll Lutheran Village, 300 St. Luke Circle, Westminster. 4:30 p.m. To 7 p.m. Maryann Leckron 410-848-0090. $ Handicap Logo
October 20
Star-Gazing Program Search for ghosts, goblins and monsters of the sky. Slide show followed by walk to star-gazing field. Bring flashlight, jacket, chair and walking shoes. 8-10 p.m. All ages. Free, donations welcome. Registration required. Soldiers Delight, 5100 Deer Park Road, Owings Mills. 410-549-3026 or www.westminsterastro.org
October 20
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF SHAKESPEARE (Abridged)
Hours: 6pm
Hail to the Bard! Experience Shakespeare in a whole new light when the off-Broadway hit and longest-running comedy in London comes to the Majestic in all its fast-paced, goofy glory. Three actors perform 37 plays and 154 sonnets in less than two hours—a whirlwind tour of Shakespeare’s works filled with football, pratfalls, swordplay, hip-hop, and madcap humor. Location: Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, PA Contact: (717)337-8204
October 20
Up with Kids 2 p.m. Hereford Branch Library. See Oct. 2 and 4.
October 21
Zooboo! See Oct. 20.
October 21
Aquarium Gallery Tour See Oct. 6.
October 21
Baltimore Autism Speaks Walk Now For Autism 5K walk to raise funds for scientific research for autism. Registration, 10 a.m. Walk begins, 11 a.m. Donations accepted. Walkers raising $100 or more receive t-shirt. Burdick Field, Towson University, 8000 York Road, Towson. Kniederst@autismspeaks.com
October 21
CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN STREET RODS HALLOWEEN ROD RUN
Hours: 7am-3pm
Pre-1975 Car show to benefit local charities. Classic, muscle cars, street rods & trucks. Location: Mt. Airy Vol. Fire Company Carnival Grounds, Twin Arch Rd and Rt 27, Mt. Airy Contact: (240)446-7635
October 21
Chili Cook Off. Agriculture Center, 700 Agriculture Center Dr., Westminster. 1 p.m. To 5 p.m. Margaret Welliver 410-848-1445. $ Handicap Logo
October 21
FCC FACULTY ARTISTS ONSTAGE
Hours: 3pm
FCC's talented music faculty collaborate in their second annual Sunday afternoon showcase recital. Location: Frederick Community College Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick Contact: (301)846-2566
October 21
Harvest Celebration See Oct. 20.
October 21
Maizefest. River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run Rd., Manchester. 1 p.m. To 5 p.m. Giant corn maze, hayrides and food. 443-712-1010. $
October 21
Paws on Parade 1.6-mile fundraising walk, canine Frisbee. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. All ages. Donations appreciated. Humane Society of Baltimore County, 1601 Nicodemus Road, Reisterstown. 410-833-8848 or www.hsbcanimals.org
October 21
Peter and the Wolf National Marionette Theatre Classic tale is brought to life through vivid scenery and marionettes. 3 and 4:30 p.m. All ages. $9. Smith Theatre, Howard Community College, 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia. www.candlelightconcerts.org or 443-367-3123
October 21
ROSE HILL CARRIAGE DRIVE
Hours: 1-4pm
Members of the Rose Hill Manor Carriage Society drive their carriages from Rose Hill Manor Park on a route through the streets of Frederick and back to the park. Visitors may view the parade of vehicles and visit the carriages and horses. Children may play games and create a craft memento to take home. Location: Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick Contact: (301)600-1650
October 21
The Diary of Anne Frank 2 p.m. See Oct. 12.
October 21
Why Do Leaves Turn Color? Leaf matching hike and tree identification. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Ages 7 and up. $2. Registration required. Soldiers Delight. 410-465-3287. See Oct. 20.
October 22
Tricks and Treats! Stories, activities and a craft. 4:30 and 7 p.m. Ages 6-10. Registration required. Glenwood Branch Library. See Oct. 2.
October 24
ARTHUR TRICKS THE TOOTH FAIRY
Hours: 7pm
Discover the wonder, friendship, and excitement of Arthur in this live musical stage show—presented by the same team who bow-wowed last season’s audiences with Clifford the Big Red Dog! D.W. is jealous when her big brother Arthur loses a tooth and gets a visit from the Tooth Fairy. She dreams up some hilarious (but unsuccessful) plans to trick the Tooth Fairy—until finally Arthur decides to play the Tooth Fairy himself! Location: Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, PA Contact: (717)337-8204
October 25
Family Communication Night: Straight Talk on Drugs Teens and parents meet separately and together to discuss effective ways to keeps teens safe. Free dinner included. 6:30 p.m. Ages 11-15 with parent. Glenwood Branch Library. See Oct. 2.
October 25
Halloween Hulla-Boo-Loo Not-so-spooky stories, activities and a craft. 10 and 11 a.m. Ages 3-6. Registration required. Miller Branch Library. See Oct. 13.
October 26 – 31
HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL OF SAVINGS
Hours: Thurs - Sat 10am-9pm; Sun 10am-7pm
Clearance sidewalk sale. Location: Prime Outlets Hagerstown, 495 Prime Outlets, Hagerstown Contact: (301)790-2031
October 26 & 27
72 HOUR FILM FEST
Hours: 8pm
A two day film festival screening premieres of major independent films, guest speakers, and original films shot in the Frederick area.
October 26 & 27
Bedlam in the Boro. Lineboro Volunteer Fire Department, 4224 Main St., Lineboro. 7 p.m. To 10:30 p.m. Haunted hayride and haunted house. Fire Department 410-239-4467. $
October 26
Australia Wild Extremes Sleepover Expert guides lead a nocturnal prowl, hands-on activities in the Discovery Lab, crafts station, create an Australian musical instrument and listen to stories about Australia. 5:30 p.m.-9 a.m. Ages 8 and up. $79. National Aquarium. See Oct. 5.
October 26
Boo to You! Halloween stories, activities and a craft. Costumes welcome. 11 a.m. Ages 2-5. Registration required. Glenwood Branch Library. See Oct. 2.
October 26
BREAD OF LIFE MUSICAL
Hours: 7pm
Praise and worship singing and dancing to benefit The Religious Coalition. Location: Maranantha Community Church of God, 123 Byte Dr., Frederick Contact: (301)663-5444
October 26
Franc D'Ambrosio Concert. Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Rd. (Rt. 32), Westminster. 7:30 p.m. Tenor. Presented by the Carroll County Community Concert Association. Ted and Sharon Deardorff 410-848-7123. $
October 26
Ghostly Campfire Stories around a campfire with s'mores. 7 p.m. Ages 6 and up. Members, $2; others, $4. Reservations required. Willow Grove Farm. See Oct. 6.
October 26
Maizefest. River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run Rd., Manchester. 6 p.m. To 9 p.m. Giant corn maze, bring your flashlight. 443-712-1010. $
October 26
MOZART'S REQUIEM
Hours: 7:30pm
The Choral Arts Society of Frederick will present Mozart's Requiem with soloists and orchestra. Location: All Saints' Episcopal Church, 106 E. Church St., Frederick Contact: (301)662-7356
October 26
Rattle Your Bones Shindig A not-so-scary Halloween party featuring arts and craft activities, wild exhibitions, costume contests and treats. 6-9 p.m. All ages. Port Discovery. See Oct. 6.
October 27 & 28
THE BATTLEFIELD EMBALMER: PRESERVING THE CIVIL WAR DEAD
Hours: 11am-3pm
Historian James W. Lowry, as "Dr. Lowry, Embalming Surgeon," discusses the practice of mortuary science and the art of embalming during the war. Location: National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)695-1864
October 27 & 28
THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCH
Hours: 10am-4pm
Celebrate autumn at The Great Pumpkin Patch! Collect treats on our Trick or Treat Trail. Wind your way through the maze. Play in the giant haystack. Be amazed at the magic show. Ride on the trackless train! Enjoy a variety of pumpkin-related games. Purchase a treat at the concession area. Location: Old National District Park, Rt 144, Mt. Airy Contact: (301)600-2936
October 27
A MUSICAL MELANGE
Hours: 8pm
Join the Spires Brass Band for an evening of various stylistic brass band selections! Location: Frederick Community College Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick Contact: (301)662-8320
October 27
Aquarium Gallery Tour See Oct. 6.
October 27
ART & CRAFT SHOW
Hours: 9am-4pm
Wide variety of homemade crafts and also artwork by local artists. Breakfast and lunch available. Free parking. Location: Urbana Fire Department, 3602 Urbana Pike, Frederick Contact: (301)662-2324
October 27
Breakfast with the Dolphins See Oct. 14.
October 27
Chemistry in the Library East Columbia Branch Library. See Oct. 20.
October 27
Christmas at Calvary Bazaar. Calvary United Methodist Church, 3939 Gamber Rd., Finksburg. 9 a.m. To 3 p.m. Crafts and quilts. Oyster luncheon served 10 a.m. To 2 p.m. Church Office 410-795-9343. Handicap Logo
October 27
Downtown Westminster Farmers Market. Conaway Parking Lot, Railroad Ave. (Rt. 27) and Emerald Hill Lane, Westminster. 8 a.m. To Noon. A “Producers Only” market of farm fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, plants and honey. Stan Ruchlewicz 410-848-5294. Handicap Logo
October 27
Fall and Christmas Arts and Craft Show. Reese Volunteer Fire Hall, 1745 Baltimore Blvd. (Rt. 140), Westminster. 8 a.m. To 3 p.m. Betsy Alexander 410-848-8508. Handicap Logo
October 27
Fall Family Hike Explore leaf color change, see animals preparing for winter. 1-2:30 p.m. Ages 6 and up. Members, $6; others, $8. Registration required. Irvine Nature Center. See Oct. 6.
October 27
Flight Night Halloween party for families featuring haunted hayrides, arts and crafts. Wear costumes. 7-9 p.m. All tickets $4. College Park Aviation Museum. See Oct. 7.
October 27
Fun with Pumpkins and Gourds Make festive creations for Halloween with a master gardener. 2 p.m. Ages 7 and up. Registration required. Glenwood Branch Library. See Oct. 2.
October 27
GBMC Nearly New Sale Fall and winter clothes, books, toys, linens, decorations, and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission and parking. Greater Baltimore Medical Center, 6701 N. Charles St., Towson. 410-296-1529
October 27
GEORGIAN STATE DANCE COMPANY
Hours: 8pm
Spend an evening with the remarkable leaping Cossacks and all the wonderful, whirling sights and sounds of the former Soviet Republic of Georgia. Touring internationally for more than six decades, the 65 member Georgian State Dance Company performs traditional folk dances with precision, stamina, and grace. Ten folk musicians accompany the magic of the steppes in a diverse showcase of the ritual, ceremonial, work, game, and comic dances of Russia. Location: Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, PA Contact: (717)337-8204
October 27
HALLOWEEN BLOCK PARTY
Hours: 6-10pm
Creep around at the Square Corner Park and the streets of Brunswick. Live DJ for Costume Ball, with games & crafts for the children. Bring a pumpkin and enter the Jack-O-Lantern Contest, Scarecrow making, Parade of Costumes, Trick or Treat from 6 - 8p.m. Location: Brunswick Main Street, East & West Potomac St., Brunswick Contact: (301)834-7500
October 27
HALLOWEEN IN THE PARK
Hours: 6-10pm
Come in costume and participate with ghouls and ghosts! Free games, free entertainment for the kids and crafts for kids. Location: Thurmont Town Park, Frederick Rd., Thurmont Contact: (301)418-8642
October 27
Halloween Weekend Costume contest, scarecrow making, face painting, hayrides to pumpkin patch. Clark's Elioak Farm. See Oct. 6.
October 27
Harmonies Like Matisse Students create a harmonious red composition with famous Matisse art as inspiration. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Cockeysville Branch Library. See Oct. 2.
October 27
Leave it to Beavers Learn about nature's most gifted engineers with a naturalist and make a picture frame. 1 p.m. Ages 6-11. Registration required. Elkridge Branch Library. See Oct. 20.
October 27
Maizefest. River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run Rd., Manchester. Noon to 9 p.m. Giant corn maze, hayrides and food. 443-712-1010. $
October 27
Mask making Decorate your own Halloween mask. Materials and snacks provided. 3 p.m. Ages 11 and up. Elkridge Branch Library. See Oct. 20.
October 27
Spirited Stories and Legends Walk. New Windsor Heritage Museum, 207 Main St., New Windsor. 6:30 p.m. To 9 p.m. Visit locations in old town New Windsor with costumed spirit storytellers. New Windsor Heritage Committee 410-635-2602. $ Handicap Logo
October 27
Who's There? Get close to spooky animals and learn the real reasons for their mysterious ways. 1:30 p.m. Ages 5 and up. Members, $6; others, $8. Irvine Nature Center, See Oct. 6.
October 28
Aquarium Gallery Tour See Oct. 6.
October 28
FREDERICK ARTIST MARKET
Hours: 1-5pm
The Artist Market is an indoor art and craft market featuring local and regional artists. Various artists displaying their photography, painting, pottery, jewelry, wood, glass, hand-woven scarves, furniture, printmaking, music, etc.) Location: Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: (301)662-4190
October 28
GBMC Nearly New Sale See Oct. 27.
October 28
Halloween Cauldron Hunt Solve scary clues to find the witch's cauldron and win prizes. 10 a.m. Ages 4 and up. Members, $2; others, $4. Willow Grove Farm. See Oct. 6.
October 28
Halloween Concert 2 p.m. Free ticket required. The Peabody Institute-Preparatory, 21 E. Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore. 410-659-8100 ext. 2
October 28
Halloween Weekend See Oct. 27.
October 28
Maizefest. River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run Rd., Manchester. 1 p.m. To 5 p.m. Giant corn maze, hayrides and food. 443-712-1010. $
October 29
GBMC Nearly New Sale 4-8 p.m. See Oct. 27.
October 30
Books: The Magic is Real 7 p.m. Catonsville Branch Library, 1100 Frederick Road. 410-887-0951. See Oct. 12.
October 30
Halloween Hulla-Boo-Loo 2 and 6:45 p.m. See Oct. 25.
October 30
Halloween Story Time Come in costume and join in a Halloween parade and non-scary stories. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-5 with adult. Arbutus Branch Library. See Oct. 2.
October 30
Peek-A-Boo Babies Find animals who like to hide inside and out. 9:30 a.m. Ages 2-3. Members, $6; others, $8. Irvine Nature Center. See Oct. 6.
October 30
Spooky Signs See and hear Halloween stories signed by a sign-language teacher and make a creepy craft. 7 p.m. All ages. Registration required. Savage Branch Library. See Oct. 18.
October 31 – Nov. 4
FIRST MARINER ARENA, 201 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD. 410-347-2020. www.1stmarinerarena.com. Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour, Wed., Oct. 31-Sun., Nov. 4, 2007. Show Times are Wed., Oct.31 & Thurs., Nov. 1, at 7:30pm; Fri., Nov. 2, at 10:30am & 7:30 p.m., Sat., Nov. 3, 11am & 2:30pm, 6:30pm, Sun., Nov. 4, 12 & 4 p.m. Audiences can celebrate the sounds, the songs, the bop and the pop in this awesome ice show starring a cast of world class skaters portraying the roles of East High's own, Troy, Gabriella, Ryan, Sharpay, Chad and Taylor. They will be performing to the chart-topping tunes with signature choreography made popular in the Emmy(r) Award-winning Disney Channel Original Movie and pop culture craze. And, for the first time live, fans will have the opportunity to experience moments from Disney's High School Musical 2. Ticket Prices: $16, $20, $26, $40 and $56.
October 31
Boo to You! 10 and 11 a.m. See Oct. 26.
October 31
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour Songs, dancing and team-spirited fun inspired by the smash hit. 7:30 p.m. $16-$56. First Mariner Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore. www.highschoolmusicaltheicetour.com
October 31
GBMC Nearly New Sale See Oct. 29.
October 31
Halloween Hulla-Boo-Loo 10:30 a.m. See Oct. 25.
October 31
Halloween in the Historic District Trick-or-Treat Come in costume and trick or treat at Ellicott City businesses, parade through the Historic District. 4-6 p.m. All ages. Free. Main Street, Ellicott City. 410-750-2803 or mumblesandsqueaks@verizon.net
October 31
Happy Halloween Come in costume and 'trick or treat' for spooky stories, make a craft. 10:30 a.m. And 1:30 p.m. Ages 3-6. Central Branch Library. See Oct. 10.
October 31
Spooky Fun for Little Ones Costumes, stories, activities and fun. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-6. Catonsville Branch Library. See Oct. 30.
October 31
Toddler Time Halloween Celebration Come in costume, join a parade around the museum and enjoy spooky renditions of ghost stories. Kiddie train rides are included in the price of admission. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. B&O Railroad Museum. See Oct. 2.